Candon Church, Catholic parish church in Candon City, Philippines
The Saint John of Sahagun Parish Church features a four-story octagonal bell tower with alternating open and blind apertures and a campanile.
Augustinian friars established the original church in 1591, with Father Pedro Bravo initiating construction of an early structure in 1695.
The church contains two canvas paintings stretching 150 feet, depicting the 20 Mysteries of the Holy Rosary, created by Father Vincente Avila and associates.
Located on Manila North Road, the church remains accessible to visitors through the McArthur National Highway and serves regular Catholic masses.
The structure exhibits Earthquake Baroque architecture, incorporating design elements specifically developed to withstand regional seismic activity.
Location: Candon
Architectural style: Earthquake Baroque
GPS coordinates: 17.19334,120.44918
Latest update: March 7, 2025 23:16
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