About Our Lady of the Assumption Church
Our Lady of the Assumption Church, commonly known as Maragondon Church, is a historic Roman Catholic parish in Poblacion II-A, Maragondon, Cavite, Philippines. Built in the early 18th century in Earthquake Baroque style, it is noted for its ornate wooden door, detailed retablos, and well-preserved interior. Declared a National Cultural Treasure in 2001, it remains an active parish and a significant example of Spanish colonial church architecture in Cavite.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a well-preserved Spanish colonial stone church with a simple exterior and richly decorated interior. Inside are three ornate polychrome retablos, a carved wooden pulpit, religious images, and a large wooden main door with intricate floral carvings. The church is set in the town center of Maragondon near the municipal hall and river, with a convent, patio and small plaza. It is an active parish where visitors can observe architecture, attend mass, and take photos of heritage details.
Key highlights
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National Cultural Treasure declared by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts in 2001
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Earthquake Baroque architecture completed in 1714 with massive buttresses and stone walls
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Intricately carved main wooden door with detailed floral and foliage motifs
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Three well-preserved polychrome retablos and historic pulpit inside the nave