Santa Monica Church

Santa Monica Church, also known as Hamtic Church or Santa Monica Parish Church, is a Roman Catholic heritage church located in Poblacion, Hamtic, Antique, Philippines. Situated in the oldest municipality in Antique, it serves as the parish church under the Diocese of San Jose de Antique. Built during the Spanish colonial period, it is noted for its historic architecture, religious importance, and role as a central landmark in Hamtic town proper near Malandog River.

Visitors can expect a historic Spanish-era Catholic parish church in the center of Hamtic town proper. The site features a traditional church facade, interior nave with altar and religious images dedicated to Saint Monica, and a churchyard and plaza surroundings. The setting is a quiet town environment near Malandog River, suitable for prayer, sightseeing, and photography of heritage architecture. Visitors can explore the church interior when open, attend Mass, and view the exterior and nearby municipal plaza.

Hamtic is recognized as the oldest municipality in Antique, originally established as a Spanish settlement near Malandog River. Santa Monica Church was established as a parish during the Spanish colonial period under Augustinian administration and has served as the main Catholic church of the town. It reflects Spanish-era religious architecture and the early Christianization of Antique province.

The church is the spiritual center for the Catholic community of Hamtic, dedicated to Saint Monica. It plays a central role in religious observances, town fiestas, and community gatherings, and is regarded as a heritage landmark representing the town's identity as the first established settlement in Antique.