Bohol: Dauis Church…
Sorry for the long break, was busy. This will be a series of my trip in Bohol. First stop is Dauis Church…
Dauis is a 4th class municipality in the province of Bohol, Philippines. According to the 2007 census, it has a population of 36,139 people. It is one of two municipalities on the Panglao Island.
the front of the church
Dauis Church is also known as the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption.
another angle
It is located not far from the bridge that connects Panglao with Bohol. The church was founded by the Jesuits Fr. Diego de Ayala and Joseph Gregorio.
the ceiling inside the church
The church is built in a mixture of styles, influenced by both Byzantine and Romanesque architecture. Inside, on the ceiling, are some impressive frescoes painted Ray Francia in 1916.
on a corner
Lito Arraya renovated the building in 1970. The church’s patron saint, the Virgin of the Assumption, is said to possess miraculous powers.
another bell tower detached from the church
back of the church
just want to tell you that you are such a great photographer. i admire your works. i bet they’d look great if you put them on a slideshow to show off to all of your friends. keep it up!
powerofmind
9 Jun 10 at 3:15 pm
thank you very much…
Lino
10 Jun 10 at 3:20 pm