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San Sebastian Cathedral, Bacolod

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Appreciate the imposing stone facade of San Sebastian Cathedral, the seat of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bacolod. The church was buit in 1876, and has since undergone many renovations, picking up a life-size statue of Saint Sebastian along the way. Its architecture tells its history, and when you enter the first thing you’ll see is the magnificent altar. The church's interior also boasts a white ceiling with golden details, as well as rows of wooden pews, while its churchyard contains two bells that once adorned the bell towers. See the cathedral's columbarium, where the remains of bishops lie. For San Sebastian Cathedral and beyond, use our Bacolod trip itinerary planning tool to get the most from your Bacolod vacation.

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By John T On May 17, 2018

In 1825 the original church was made of wood with galvanized iron roof. Construction of the structure in its present form began in 1876. Coral stone from the island of Guimaras was used as the primary... more »
By Hocchan On April 20, 2018

何よりもタダというのが良いです。とてもよく目立っており、バコロド港からも近いです。バコロドのランドマーク的存在です。 more »

Anything free is good. Very markedly, from the port of Bacolod. It is a landmark in Bacolod.

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By boonorbane1985 On April 13, 2018

I passed by the church a lot during my 4 days in Bacolod. This is right in front the plaza and looks really pretty at night. The church bells are on the right side of the entrance. more »

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By Kokoy Severino On April 14, 2018

A magnificent structure, well-preserved from the Spanish colonial era. My my third cousin Primo Ramon took us here when we were in Bacolod to visit Dad's ancestral home and to watch the Ceres Negros vs. Felda United in the AFC Cup on March 15, 2017 at Panaad Park...

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By Jose Van Dayon On March 13, 2018

San Sebastian Cathedral is a Catholic diocesan place of worship. Also located in the compound is the bishop's palace and the La Consolacion College- Bacolod, school of learning.

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By Ronilo Baroquillo On March 1, 2018

a historical landmark of bacolod City, the oldest church og Bacolod Diocese

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By Marissa Donguines On March 21, 2018

Its a holy church and lots of catholic people going here

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By James Calzado On October 1, 2017

Historical site. A spiritual and worship place located at the heart of the City of smiles 😀😁

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