About St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral
St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral is the Roman Catholic cathedral in central Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, Philippines, located on Perdices Street beside Quezon Park and the historic Dumaguete Belfry. Serving as the seat of the Diocese of Dumaguete, it is the city's main religious landmark. The present stone church, rebuilt in the late 19th century, features a simple neoclassical facade and is dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria, the city's patron saint.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a historic stone cathedral in the city center facing Quezon Park, with a plain neoclassical facade, twin bell towers, and a spacious nave with altars, stained glass, and religious images. The interior is used for daily Mass and prayer. Outside, the adjacent Dumaguete Belfry and park provide open space for sightseeing and photography. The setting is urban and accessible on foot within the downtown area.
Key highlights
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Seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Dumaguete
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Historic stone cathedral rebuilt in 1885 with neoclassical facade
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Adjacent Dumaguete Belfry, the city's oldest bell tower and watchtower
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Location fronting Quezon Park in downtown Dumaguete
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Dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria, patron saint of Dumaguete