History of
Guimbal Church
The Guimbal
Church is one of the oldest churches in the country. This yellow sandstone
church is made from adobe stones called “igang” and “coral stone” quarried from Guimaras. It was built in 1774
by Father Campos.
The facade is
a two-story affair flanked by twinned round pilasters decorated with floral
carvings. Its vintage belfry is 4 stories high and doubles as a watchtower
during the Spanish occupation against pillaging Moro pirates. It has undergone
some reconstruction after it was destroyed twice, during the Second World War
and during the 1948 earthquake. Recently, it was rehabilitated to its original
structure.
How to reach Guimbal
Church? You can ride a Guimbal Jeepney in front of Iloilo Supermart – Molo
Branch or in the Terminal Market (locally called “Super”) near Robinsons Place.
You can also ride a Miagao or San Joaquin Jeepneys. Just
tell the driver to drop your off at Guimbal Plaza.
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