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GUISI LIGHTHOUSE

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The Guisi Lighthouse, also known as Faro de Punta Luzaran, is a historical lighthouse located in Sitio Guisi, Nueva Valencia, Guimaras. Built in 1894, it was part of the Spanish colonial government’s effort to improve maritime safety, in guiding ships through the Iloilo Strait. The structure stands 17.5 meters tall and is made of iron which has deteriorated over time due to rust and exposure to the coastal environment. The lighthouse remains on its original site and is considered a cultural landmark, attracting tourists and supporting the local economy. It is currently in a state of ruin but is recognized ...
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BALAAN BUKID SHRINE

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The Balaan Bukid Shrine in Jordan, Guimaras was constructed in 1954 as a gesture of gratitude for protection during World War II. The shrine, which includes a chapel and a giant cross, stands atop a high point called Bondolan Point and has been attracting thousands of visitors and pilgrims, especially during Holy Week. It features 14 Stations of the Cross, a simple chapel with a retablo, and several grottoes, including one for Our Lady of Lourdes. The shrine’s exterior is decorated with intricate concrete designs, with a large cross standing nearby, offering a panoramic view of Iloilo and Guimaras. It ...
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STO. ROSARIO CHAPEL

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The Sto. Rosario Catholic Chapel of Buenavista, Guimaras features a heptagonal design with concrete walls, sky blue iron grill doors, and a roof made of corrugated galvanized iron sheets. The chapel is 20 meters in length, 17 meters in width, and approximately 7 meters in height, with a total land area of around 1,000 square meters. It was constructed in 1967 from contributions from local residents and is considered as the first Catholic church in Barangay Sto. Rosario. The chapel is also associated with paranormal stories, with reports of supernatural sightings linked to its construction site which was once a ...
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