Parroquia de San Pedro Apóstol

Whenever I visit a new place, I try to stop by a local church. It’s not just about the stunning architecture or rich history — it’s also about learning a thing or two about the people. This church in Bohol quietly tells a story of resilience after the floods. And the Holy Door? Truly an amazing sight.

A beautiful church and another example of the Hispanic-Filipino style. It was built far from the beach to prevent attacts from the pirates 🦜

San Pedro Church is commonly known as Loboc Church. The parish was established in 1602 and the present coral stone church was completed in 1734. Due to its strategic location, it became the center of the Jesuit mission in the Bohol area. In 1768, after the expulsion of the Jesuits, the town was transferred to the Augustinians. Church was severely damaged by earthquake in 2013. Its restoration began in 2017 and was completed in 2021. The church is classified as a National Historical Landmark and a National Cultural Treasure.

The church is classified as a National Historical Landmark by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines and a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines. It was severely damaged when a 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Bohol and other parts of Central Visayas on October 15, 2013. It is being restored now. But the remains suggests that the church is indeed old.

I love visiting churches during my trips. But this one deprived us to go inside the church itself, not once but twice. 😝So, before going, better check the time when it is open for public. 😌 Oh! They conduct mass outside the church. God bless your trip.

This century old church withstand numerous calamities and natural disasters.

Excellent experience! It's a very well-kept church.

Very historic looks like they're doing some renovation but look like the earthquake damage that cracked in and half