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The Franciscans in the Philippines, 1578-1898 by Simbahan - Heritage Churches and Related Structures on Jan 31, 2010The first Franciscans arrived in the Philippines in 1578, the second order to come after the Augustinians. They founded many schools, bridges, roads, dams and hospitals. They also built many impressive stone churches that still stand today and can be...

Saint Anthony of Padua Shrine – Sampaloc by The Professional Commuter on Aug 19, 2009The other half of the Bustillos Twin Churches, Saint Anthony of Padua Shrine lies adjacent to Our Lady of Loreto Church. Both churches are within the district of Sampaloc, Manila. <insert map> The church’s patron saint, St. Anthony of P...

Our Lady of Loreto Church – Sampaloc by The Professional Commuter on Jul 29, 2009Our Lady of Loreto Church, or Sampaloc Church, was doneted by Pedro de Chaves to the Franciscans in 1613. The church has been through a series of misfortunes. It was burned down in 1639, during the Chinese uprising but was rebuilt by Fr. Andres Puert...