Catholic churches in the Philippines built during the Spanish era were built as fortress, due to Moro raids. They use to serve as the last stand of Filipino Catholics whenever the village got raided or attacked by Moros. The priest and the sacristan will usually take the highest tower, their last stand or sometimes the "command center". Parish priests in coastal areas prone to Moro raids were sometimes acted as military commanders. In Bicol Region you'll find many fortress churches especially in the coastal towns.
When somebody says he is a native of Miag-ao..i go straight looking for the family name!! Lo and behold! It's Mondragon! Starts with letter "M"!.. During the early part of the Spanish colonization, the distribution of Spanish names for the native filipinos were based on the 1st Letter of the Name of the Place. That's why with Miag-ao, you have a plethora of family names starting with "M" such as Monteclaro, Montiague,Monsale,etc..and as for me, my middle name is Misola. My Mom hails from Miag-ao too.
Mr. Bell. Me thinks you have been hanging around Mr. Daot a little too much. Daot incidents... :) BTW My favorite part of the video was seeing that beautiful church and hearing about its intriguing history. Keep on rolling.
The landscaping of Miag-ao Church being a Unesco Site needs to be upgraded by a professional. It's pathetic. It's not world class. Cobbled stones, landscape borders, combed grass etc. create a proper parking space not in front of the church.
I appreciate your thoughts on the landscaping of Miag-ao Church. It’s important for such a historic site to reflect its UNESCO status, and professional upgrades could definitely enhance its beauty and functionality.
Catholic churches in the Philippines built during the Spanish era were built as fortress, due to Moro raids. They use to serve as the last stand of Filipino Catholics whenever the village got raided or attacked by Moros. The priest and the sacristan will usually take the highest tower, their last stand or sometimes the "command center". Parish priests in coastal areas prone to Moro raids were sometimes acted as military commanders. In Bicol Region you'll find many fortress churches especially in the coastal towns.
Thanks for sharing this information with us. Quite different times 500 years ago 😮
Wow! And the history unfolds further.
@DallasCarr-1 It's getting deeper with each video sir.
I love this series! Please keep it going
Thanks for letting me know. They will keep coming, sir.
I am a native of this town and a member of the choir of this church.
This is an amazing church! You must be so proud to participate in the choir.
When somebody says he is a native of Miag-ao..i go straight looking for the family name!! Lo and behold! It's Mondragon! Starts with letter "M"!..
During the early part of the Spanish colonization, the distribution of Spanish names for the native filipinos were based on the 1st Letter of the Name of the Place.
That's why with Miag-ao, you have a plethora of family names starting with "M" such as Monteclaro, Montiague,Monsale,etc..and as for me, my middle name is Misola. My Mom hails from Miag-ao too.
There are some great looking churches over there
This church and the front facade really stand out though!
Good to see you, great video.
I appreciate your comment. Are you back in the States now?
Amazing Panay Island!
Truly amazing 👏
Always enjoy your videos David!
Thank you so much! I really appreciate that 😄
Mr. Bell. Me thinks you have been hanging around Mr. Daot a little too much. Daot incidents... :) BTW My favorite part of the video was seeing that beautiful church and hearing about its intriguing history. Keep on rolling.
@DallasCarr-1 Thank you Dallas. Being around KD has some daotness related incidents, but the laughter makes it worthwhile
For some reason, it seems humor comes at our own expense eh... hehee
Miagao church looks like a cake on the outside!
The light brown exterior is very soothing to my eyes. Yes, and the facade is incredibly intricate too. Hope you enjoyed this video
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The landscaping of Miag-ao Church being a Unesco Site needs to be upgraded by a professional. It's pathetic. It's not world class. Cobbled stones, landscape borders, combed grass etc. create a proper parking space not in front of the church.
I appreciate your thoughts on the landscaping of Miag-ao Church. It’s important for such a historic site to reflect its UNESCO status, and professional upgrades could definitely enhance its beauty and functionality.