DARAGA CHURCH

Daraga Church, or, to give it its

proper title, the Church of Nuestra
Señora de la Porteria (Our Lady of the
Gate), is a fine example of religious
architecture in Albay Province, Bicol,
sitting as it does on a hill above the
bustling town.
Daraga Church and Mt Mayon VolcanoThe centuries-old church was declared a Cultural
Treasure by the National Museum in 2007. The church then underwent restoration work to
preserve its facade which was deteriorating because of its age. Exposure to the elements
for more than 230 years had eroded the architectural details of the facade, which was
formed from blocks of volcanic rock. The protective lime coating which was applied will save
the church's exterior appearance for future generations and in time will return to its original
look.
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The Porta Mariae Arch in Naga was built to

commemorate three centuries of devotion to Our
Lady of Peñafrancia

https://www.manilatimes.net/naga-the-heart-of-
bicol/190069/

Naga Metropolitan Cathedral – The largest church in

Bicol, it is considered to be the mother of all
cathedrals in the region. The Naga Metropolitan
Cathedral is also called the Metropolitan Cathedral of
St. John the Evangelist.

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 Born 1976 at Bato Camarines Sur,
Filipino artist “Nobing Villez” grew up
being fascinated by the works of
National Artist “Fernando Amorsolo.”
Norbing is a Fine Art undergraduate at
Far Eastern University (FEU) who also
attended Pol Mesina’s Art Workshop at
Marikina. Joined the group “Sikat”
(Sining Kulay at Tinta) who also
participated in group’ shows and held
his first solo exhibit at GT Tower in
Makati. Later migrated in the US in 2006
and joined Temecula Valley Art Group
for a year till he formed Let’s Paint
Filipino Art Group, his current undertaking.

Filipino Painter – Norbing Villez Plein Air Peach

Blossoms Oil on Canvas.

Filipino Painter – Norbing Villez, “Bike ni Lolo

Ben” Watercolor on Paper 18×24.
 Dr Elden Lumaniog Artwork SINNER or
SAINT, 24 x 24, Oil on Canvas, Galerie De Las
Islas presents SINCO BICOLANOS

Dr. Elden Lumaniog

specializes not only in the art of
medicine, but also has a firm hand in
the arena of real artistic talents. In
Dr. Lumaniog’s artistic expression, it
is intrinsically a process of sharing
emotions to enchant the viewer. His
art advocates discovery, study,
documentation & preservation of our
rich cultural heritage. (READ: Dr.
Elden Lumaniog: The Colors of
His Life)

Hermel Alejandre Artwork MOTHER

AND CHILD 17, Acrylic on Canvas, 26x20inches
Galerie De Las Islas presents SINCO
BICOLANOS

Hermel Alejandre is a
Bicolano self-taught artist who took
up B.S. in Industrial Technology at
Bicol College of Arts and Trades in
Naga City. The influence of Picasso
is still strongly felt in Hermz (his
nickname) style of art which gives
him an idea on how to conceptualize
his own works.
 General Ignacio Paua Monument
Rizal Avenue, Legazpi, Luzon
4500, Philippines
The monument is a tribute to the Chinese mestizo
general in the Philippine Revolution against the Spanish
colonial forces and leader of the expeditionary force to the
Bicol Region. Gen. Paua helped raise funds to support the
Philippine Republic that General Emilio Aguinaldo
installed in 1898.

Peñaranda Monument
Dedicated to Spanish Governor Jose Ma. Peñaranda

Strategically located in the center of the Old Albay District

in Legazpi City, the Peñaranda Park is one of the largest
recreational places found in Albay.

Also known as Freedom Park, the Peñaranda Park is a

plaza devoted to the first Governor of Albay, Jose Ma. Peñaranda,
who served from 1834-1840. Developed based on Spanish style, it
is placed nearby a wide variety of establishments.

http://www.phtourguide.com/penaranda-park/

Simeon A. Ola Monument

Tribute to the last Filipino General who
surrender to the American Forces.

The Bicol Heritage Park is one of the main historical

destinations that can be found in Legaspi City, Albay. It is
situated inside Camp General Simeon Ola Headquarters - a
seat of the Police Regional Office 5 for the Bicol Region.
The General Simeon Ola statue is one of the well-known monuments that can be seen in the Bicol Heritage Park
inside the police camp. It was built in honor of General Simeon A. Ola and also to commemorate his courage and
heroism when he was alive. He was a hero and Katipunero during the Philippine Revolution. He is a native of
Guinobatan, Albay who launched guerrilla raids on American-occupied towns in Albay until his capture on
September 5, 1903. He joined the Katipunan in 1896 and was known as one of Bicol's revolutionary leaders.

The camp is open to the public as a culture and heritage park. Visitors are very welcome to visit one of the most
historical places in Legaspi City. One can take pictures with the statue whiloe re-living the history behind the
heritage park.

Reference: https://www.vigattintourism.com/tourism/articles/Bicol-Heritage-Park