General Luna Street, Intramuros, Manila, the Philippines
Known to be the oldest Roman Catholic church in the Philippines built by the Spaniards, San Agustin Church that resides within Intramuros has been designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It's one of the most popular churches for wedding consecration.
The present structure is actually the third to stand on the site, having previously damaged by fire and earthquakes.
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| The history of the church dates back to 1586 when the plan for its construction was approved. |
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| The church was exceptionally crowded during the Holy Week. |
San Agustin is the Spanish equivalent of Saint Augustine, a theologian and philosopher. He was the bishop of Hippo Regius, which is the ancient name of the modern city of Annaba in Algeria, Africa.
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| The church is patterned after some of the magnificent temples built by the Augustinians in Mexico. |
The church houses a collection of antiquities that offers an insight into the fabled riches of the olden days.
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| The church is home to the tombs of Spanish conquistadors. |
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| What a long and empty corridor~ |
It's notable to mention that the church was the sole survivor of the seven churches of Intramuros after World War II.
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