Bantay Belfry

Bell Tower (An Epitome to Filipino Nationalism and Folklore)

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April 25th 2016
Moving on ladies and gentlemen, on to the next part of the journey. This time let me take you to another Ilocandia treasure, the Bantay Bell Tower. The church where the belfry is situated is know with different names by- St. Augustine Parish Church, Shrine of Our Lady of Charity, or Bell Church. The tower was built in 1591 which served as a watchtower to fend of attackers from World Wars I and II ... read more

Asia » Philippines » Ilocos

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... ... read more