Containing over 600 new and 160 archival photographs, Philippine Church Facades is the largest visual compendium of Philippine churches built between 1565 and 1898. The 160 churches featured in the book come from practically all regions of the Philippines, from Luzon to Mindanao. A glossary of architectural terms appended on the book guides readers in studying these churches, while archival photos that parallel contemporary colored photos help them assess the improvement or havoc wrought on the churches in the last 100 years.
Philippine Church Facades is a major reference work not only for those interested in ecclesiastical and architectural works, but also for ordinary Filipinos, who will enjoy the many architectural delights that their ancestors have lovingly preserved through 400 years despite fire, flood, typhoon, earthquake, war and other calamities. The book stands as a testament to the Philippines’ enduring cultural heritage, a triumphant reminder of the Filipino religious resolve in the face of adversity.
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Philippine Church Facades brings to life the stories of churches in the country. Being the heart of many a development in a Philippine city and province, churches serve as the center for religion, while reflecting a nation’s past, present, and future. This book helps us rediscover our religious and cultural heritage, making us prouder of our own heritage and history — Ambeth R. Ocampo, Chairman of the National Commission for Culture and Arts and of the National Historical Institute
This publication is a visual feast of both historical and contemporary photographs. Through the book, hundreds of years of history unfold before the reader. Only a book like this can bring back images frozen in time, and make us realize the historic value of familiar structures found at the center of every town of the country — Jose R. Rodriguez, Director of Instituto Cervantes de Manila and of the Spanish Program for Culture Cooperation
Fr. Pedro G. Galende is the director of San Agustin Museum in Intramuros, Manila. Born in
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