San Nicolas de Tolentino Parish Church (Balaoan Church)

San Nicolas de Tolentino Parish Church, commonly known as Balaoan Church, is a Roman Catholic heritage church located in Poblacion, Balaoan, La Union, Philippines. Built in the 19th century during the Spanish colonial period, it features Earthquake Baroque architecture with thick walls and buttresses. Dedicated to Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, it serves as the spiritual center of Balaoan and is noted for its historic facade, wooden altar, and preserved religious artifacts.

Visitors can expect a historic stone and brick church in the town center of Balaoan facing the municipal plaza. The exterior shows Earthquake Baroque features with massive buttresses, a simple facade, and a bell tower. Inside, visitors can see the nave, wooden altar and retablo, religious images including Saint Nicholas of Tolentino, and stained glass. The surrounding area includes the churchyard, convent, and plaza. It is an active parish where visitors can observe daily religious services and quiet prayer.