Paete Church, Roman Catholic church in Paete, Philippines
Saint James the Apostle Parish Church displays baroque architecture with an octagonal belfry and large buttresses reinforced against earthquakes.
The first stone church was built in 1646 under Fray Andres de Puertellano, but earthquakes in 1717, 1880, and 1937 required multiple reconstructions.
The church houses religious paintings including Juicio Final from 1720 and two monumental works by Jose Dans depicting scenes of heaven and hell.
Visitors can reach the church by taking buses to Sta Cruz, Laguna, followed by local transportation to Juan Tinawin Street in Paete.
During World War II, Japanese forces used the church building as a prison and torture facility for local residents.
Location: Paete
Architectural style: baroque architecture
Website: http://dioceseofsanpablo.com
GPS coordinates: 14.36460,121.48200
Latest update: October 21, 2025 01:32
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