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Itinerary for Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, Luzon – 7 Days Seven Churches in Bulacan

By Two Monkeys Travel - Contributor February 11th, 2018 Posted in Asia Travel Blog, Destination, Philippines Travel Blog, Travel Blog, Travel Guides 9 Comments

Immediately north of Metro Manila sits the province of Bulacan. This province has been witness to a number of important moments in Philippine history, including the longest Spanish occupation and the birth of a democratic Philippines. Spending your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan spells a number of Spanish-era churches that you should include in your itinerary. Boasting more than just its majestic stone churches, Bulacan is also known for its teeming agriculture and aquaculture industries, having both plains and coastal areas. While wet for the rest of the year, November to April is generally dry in Bulacan. The month of May holds the record for the highest average temperature, while February holds the opposite.

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Find the time to include side trips in your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, as there are several notable points of interest, aside from its churches. Some of which include the Philippine Arena, the Angat Dam, the Baliuag Museum and Library, the 8 Waves Waterpark and Big Rock Farm Resort. Here we’ve gathered some of the best 7 churches for your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan. Here are the best 7 churches for Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, Simbang Gabi, and Misa de Gallo

1. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church (Barasoain Church) in Malolos, Bulacan, Philippines

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What makes it one of the best churches in Bulacan for Visita Iglesia, Holy Week, Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo?

About 42 kilometers away from Manila, Barasoain Church, more formally known as Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Parish, is a good place to start your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan. Founded in August of 1859, this parish church also became the seat of the first Philippine Republic. The term “Barasoain” was lifted from Spain’s Barásoain in Navarre, to which it strikes a similarity with. Some historians also claim that the term “baras ng suwail” which means “dungeon of the defiant,” is what gave the church its nickname, as it was a meeting place for anti-Spanish illustrados during the Filipino revolution; some things to keep in mind during your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan.

Location: Paseo del Congreso St., Malolos, Bulacan

2. Parish Church of San Agustin in Baliuag, Bulacan, Philippines

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What makes it one of the best churches in Bulacan for Visita Iglesia, Holy Week, Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo?

The Parish Church of San Agustin, more commonly known as Baliuag Church, was first consecrated in 1801, making it one of the oldest churches in the area. If you include this church in your itinerary for your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, you’ll be greeted by Baroque-styled architecture, evidenced by its fortress-like facade and interiors. The massive limestone and brick structure was said to be designed to withstand rebel attacks. What strikes most pilgrims about this church is its huge bell tower, which you can see from a good distance. This is certainly one of the most notable churches you can go to during your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan.

Location: Benigno S. Aquino Ave., Poblacion, Baliwag, Bulacan

3. Sta. Monica Church in Angat, Bulacan, Philippines

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What makes it one of the best churches in Bulacan for Visita Iglesia, Holy Week, Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo?

Dating back to 1758, one of the oldest churches in Bulacan is the Santa Monica Parish Church. For your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, include this church on your list, and be amazed at its Sistine Chapel-like ceiling paintings. Its baroque architecture will surely take you back in time when Augustinian priests first founded the parish in 1693. The ceiling paintings resemble Filipino-Christian cultures, such as Simbang Gabi and Flores de Mayo. The masterpiece was started by Rene Robles in 1998 and completed by Jess Robles in 2002. Make sure you bring your camera during your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, so you can immortalize your memories of this beautiful church.

Location: Matias A. Fernando Ave., Angat, Bulacan

4. St. Francis of Assisi Church in Meycauayan, Bulacan, Philippines

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What makes it one of the best churches in Bulacan for Visita Iglesia, Holy Week, Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo?

You’ll never run out of Baroque-styled churches in your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan. More commonly known as the Meycauayan Church, the Saint Francis of Assisi Parish Church predates the Barasoain Church and is the province’s largest parish. Founded in 1578 by the first batch of Franciscans to reach the Philippines, it was first a quaint church made of thatched palm leaves and bamboo. A typhoon in 1588 blew the church away, and gave way to several reconstructions; the third being completed in 1956. By including this church in your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, you’ll be part of the 80,000 parishioners who flock this historical site.

Location: Meycauayan, Bulacan

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5. St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Marilao, Bulacan, Philippines

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What makes it one of the best churches in Bulacan for Visita Iglesia, Holy Week, Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo?

Built during the 19th century, Marilao Church or the St. Michaell the Archangel Parish is your next destination in your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan. One thing that makes this church unique is it houses the Relic of the Apparition of St. Michael — rock chips and pieces of cloth left from when St. Michael appeared in a cave in Italy, before the local bishop, and ordered the cave to be consecrated under his name. During your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, you’ll find the church facade reminiscent of barn-style baroque architecture.

Location: Marilao, Bulacan

6. San Isidro Labrador Parish Church in Pulilan, Bulacan, Philippines

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What makes it one of the best churches in Bulacan for Visita Iglesia, Holy Week, Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo?

Pulilan Church or the San Isidro Labrador Church is dedicated to Saint Isidore, the Laborer. During the feast date for San Isidro, during the 14th of 15th of May, carabaos are made to kneel as a tribute to the patron saint, along with other farm animals. Your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan will be made special by the longest Holy Week processions, with up to 90 carriages. Also, the neo-classical architecture is something to bring variety to your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan.

Location: National Road, Pulilan, Bulacan

7. Saint Joseph the Worker Parish Church in Balagtas, Bulacan, Philippines

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What makes it one of the best churches in Bulacan for Visita Iglesia, Holy Week, Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo?

Cap off your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan with Saint Joseph the Worker Parish Church. Immediately, you’ll notice its modern exteriors and contemporary design. The first of May is the feast day for this parish, and Filipino fiestas can be as festive as they come. Its well-kept interiors, including an artsy crucifix, will greet you during your Holy Week and Visita Iglesia in Bulacan.

Location: 313 Bantayan St., Balagtas, Bulacan

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9 thoughts on “Itinerary for Visita Iglesia in Bulacan, Luzon – 7 Days Seven Churches in Bulacan

  1. private car po dala namin from batangas and ano po kaya ang magandang ruta from pinaka malayo then pabalik po para lessen ang time? and para mas malapit na kami sa metro manila after ng last na simbahan na pupuntahan?

  2. Hello po! We would like to visit Divine Mercy Church. Ano pwede palitan na church dyan para mapuntahan lang ang Divine Mercy? Salamat.

    1. I would like to make my visita iglesia in Bulacan this coming holy week, Ill be driving my own car and im coming from Manila pls advise which is the first church to go. Thanks so much and ill appreciate your reply.

  3. Good day I would like to visit the seven Churches listed above. Im coming from Manila and ill past thru NLEX . Pls send me direction or Map. Thanks and ill appreciate your reply

    ps ill be driving my own car.

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