Our Lady of Peñafrancia Church
Location
Naga City, Camarines Sur
Historical Significance
The Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady of Peñafrancia in Naga City is a major Marian pilgrimage site in Asia, established to enshrine the miraculous 18th-century image brought by Miguel Robles de Covarrubias and serving as a spiritual center for the Bicol Region since its completion in 1981 and elevation to basilica status in 1985.
Architectural Notes
The basilica features a modern architectural style with a grand façade, intricate religious art, and spacious interiors designed to accommodate thousands of pilgrims, blending functionality with spiritual ambiance, and reflecting both local devotion and Spanish colonial heritage.