About Shrine of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
The Shrine of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is a hilltop Catholic pilgrimage site in Pueblo de Panay, Barangay Lawaan, Roxas City, Capiz. Centered on a 31-meter statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus overlooking the city and Panay coastline, the shrine includes a chapel, Stations of the Cross, and viewing decks. Inaugurated in 2015, it serves as a religious landmark and viewpoint, attracting devotees and visitors for prayer, sightseeing, and panoramic views.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a hilltop shrine complex accessed by a stairway leading to a large Sacred Heart of Jesus statue on a pedestal. The site includes a small chapel, Stations of the Cross along the ascent, landscaped grounds, and open viewing decks offering panoramic views of Roxas City and the coast. The setting is quiet and devotional, with areas for prayer, photography, and sightseeing. Facilities are basic and focused on pilgrimage and viewpoint activities.
Key highlights
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31-meter Sacred Heart of Jesus statue on a hilltop pedestal
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Panoramic views over Roxas City and coastline from viewing decks
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Chapel and Stations of the Cross for prayer and reflection
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Landscaped pilgrimage grounds within Pueblo de Panay Township
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Popular site for Holy Week and religious gatherings