Jesus dela Peña Chapel, Spanish colonial chapel in Marikina, Philippines.
Description
Jesus dela Peña Chapel is a stone chapel in Marikina built in the Romanesque Revival style with distinctive arched openings along its facade. The structure sits near the Marikina River and displays monolithic columns as key architectural features.
History
The chapel was established in 1630 by Jesuit missionaries as the first Catholic structure in the Marikina region. Archbishop Pedro de Arce approved its construction, making it a foundational religious site for the area.
Culture
The chapel serves as a gathering place where the local community celebrates Catholic rituals and religious festivals throughout the year. These traditions have been passed down through families in the area for centuries.
Practical
Visitors can access the chapel by jeepney or tricycle from Santolan Station, with regular transport running throughout Marikina City. The location is convenient to reach from multiple parts of the city.
Did you know?
The name derives from the rocky terrain where Jesuit missionaries first celebrated Mass in a converted storage building. This humble beginning led to the construction of the stone chapel that stands there today.
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