Tukon Chapel

Tukon Chapel is a small stone chapel located on Tukon Hill in Barangay Tukon, Basco, Batanes, Philippines. Built in 2008 by the Abad family and designed by architect Joven Ignacio, it is modeled after traditional Ivatan stone houses with thick limestone walls and cogon roofing. Perched on a hilltop overlooking the West Philippine Sea and surrounding hills, it is known for its rustic architecture, scenic setting, and use as a wedding and prayer venue.

Visitors can expect a small, rustic stone chapel set on a hilltop with panoramic views of Basco, the sea, and rolling hills. The structure features thick coral limestone walls, arched wooden doors and windows, and a cogon grass roof in traditional Ivatan style. The interior is simple with wooden pews, a small altar, and religious icons. The surrounding grounds are open and grassy, offering space for sightseeing, photography, and quiet reflection. The site is often visited as part of a Basco countryside tour.

Tukon Chapel was completed in 2008, commissioned by the Abad family, owners of Fundacion Pacita, in memory of their parents. Designed by architect Joven Ignacio, it was constructed using traditional Ivatan building techniques with local limestone and cogon to reflect the heritage architecture of Batanes and to serve as a private chapel later opened to visitors.

The chapel reflects Ivatan cultural heritage through its vernacular stone house design and demonstrates the strong Catholic faith in Batanes. It serves as a religious site for prayer and weddings and as a cultural landmark showcasing local craftsmanship and materials within the Tukon hills landscape.