After visiting the top tourist destination
in Pangasinan (Hundred Islands), I was very glad that I also got a chance to see
one of the major religious landmarks in the country, the Our Lady of Manaoag
Shrine. Many Catholics in the country and from all over the world are full
devotees of this church. People heard, believed, and experienced themselves the
miracles it bring. That’s why people are continuously visiting the place to
wish, pray, or plead for their different own reasons. And more and more are
coming and now becoming followers of Our Lady of Manaoag.
Our Lady of Manaoag is a Roman Catholic
title of the Blessed Virgin Mary venerated in Manaoag, Pangasinan from 16th
Century. She is the patroness of the sick, the helpless, and the needy. Manaoag
was derived from the word ‘taoag’ which means ‘to call’ or ‘She calls’, and
thus used to name the town.
How to get there?
From Metro Manila, ride a bus bound to
Manaoag at Dagupan Bus Terminal in Cubao and just tell the driver to drop you
off at the church. It will take you 4-5 hours ride. And the fare would be
around Php314.
If you’re coming from Hundred Islands or at
Lucap Wharf, you can ride a tricycle and let the driver drop you off at
Alaminos City Hall. From there, you can ride a van going to Dagupan. The
terminal is just at the back of Jollibee. And it will take you a 1 hour ride.
The fare is around Php65. Then in Dagupan, ride another van going to Manaoag.
And travel time is just around 30 minutes.
The church looks just the same from other
typical churches in the Philippines. But you would really feel the serenity of
the place, and I myself experienced that feeling. I also witnessed how devoted
the people who visits there, with their families, friends, or loved ones. So if
ever you have the time, or you’re just around the corner of Pangasinan, why don’t
you come or spend time even just a while. It’s such a great place!
Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag
Milo St, Manaoag, Pangasinan
(075) 529 0132
(075) 529 0132
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