San Sebastian Cathedral
San Sebastian Cathedral
San Sebastian Cathedral
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palawanismyhome
Palawan Island, Philippines23,040 contributions
Aug 2022
The official name is the Metropolitan Cathedral of San Sebastian and is one of the few attractions in Lipa. The cathedral is over 400 years old and was administered by the Augustinians. It was originally constructed from light materials but the present building was started in 1779 and has gone through several renovations since then. The cathedral has a huge circular dome with amazing paintings on the ceiling. I would not leave Lia without dropping by this church for an hour or so.
Written 1 September 2022
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Czar Emmanuel
Manila, Philippines6,159 contributions
Apr 2022 • Friends
This is the main Catholic church of the Archdiocese of Lipa in Batangas Province. We visited it as a part of our traditional Lenten church visit (locally known "visita iglesia"). The church was huge, with three naves inside. The central nave was particularly impressive with its frescoed vault or ceiling apparently inspired by the Sistine Chapel in Rome, Italy. There's also an interesting tableau on one of the lateral naves with a frescoed wall and some statues. The whole tableau depicts Christ's passion, death and resurrection. At the main altar you'll find a lovely silver "retablo" with images of some saints and an impressive dome as well. This church does not only have a beautiful interior, but a very rich history as well.
Written 9 April 2022
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Mikaela Angeles
Lipa City, Philippines2 contributions
Apr 2019
You can't say you went to Lipa if you haven't visited the Little Rome of the Philippine which is the Cathedral. It has an beautiful architectural design just like the churches in Europe.
Written 6 March 2020
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Explorer101XXX
Sydney, Australia96 contributions
Aug 2019
A place full of history and mystery. Epic and memorable events happened here in the past and continue to happen. Must visit.
Written 7 September 2019
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karl mac
Makati, Philippines797 contributions
Mar 2019 • Family
Nice cathedral but many better such as Taal cathedral which is quite close But the cathedral all be it small is well manintained and in active use especially weddings
Written 4 March 2019
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Raquel B.
England, UK123 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
The church is big and so amazing. I and my friends were so surprised when we enter the church. It's impressively beautiful and Romanesque architecture. One of the old church in the Philippines located in Lipa, Batangas.
Written 3 January 2019
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Cheryll_Mission
Lipa City, Philippines3 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
I've been visiting this church since childhood. Full of memories, wonderful ones, of course.
If you are looking for a church with great architectural design, peaceful and clean, visit this one or attend a mass. Once you are inside the church, you'll think you are in a different era because of its walls, paintings on ceiling, seats and statues.
Highly recommended. God bless you.
If you are looking for a church with great architectural design, peaceful and clean, visit this one or attend a mass. Once you are inside the church, you'll think you are in a different era because of its walls, paintings on ceiling, seats and statues.
Highly recommended. God bless you.
Written 12 December 2018
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sabi0james
Manila, Philippines3,413 contributions
Sep 2018 • Family
This Romanesque-designed architecture serves as the seat of the Archdiocese of Lipa. The church has a big dome inside, imposing columns, great arches. Do not miss the opportunity to see the beautiful dome and the paintings on the ceilings. This is one grand, beautiful church.
Written 24 October 2018
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Bal L
New Plymouth, New Zealand28 contributions
Mar 2018 • Friends
Beautifully painted ceiling. Entering this church reminded me of my History of Architecture subject in school. We got to visit before the huge traffic of Pilgrims comes in. Best days to visit would be weeks before or after the Holy Week.
It is located within the town proper, so kids can have lunch at a fast-food chain nearby.
It is located within the town proper, so kids can have lunch at a fast-food chain nearby.
Written 16 March 2018
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tolentinomaldex
Cagayan de Oro, Philippines779 contributions
Sep 2017 • Friends
With the mural ceiling and the architectural design makes this cathedral attractive and ambience. Church foers arw so discipline.
Written 13 September 2017
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San Sebastian Cathedral, Lipa City
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