Duenas Church

A mention of Duenas to an Ilonggo will most probably evoke an association with mysticism and the dark arts, a reputation which can be traced from horror stories set in its lands and creepy tales of old. Some people consider Duenas as “Iloilo’s misunderstood town” because of the misconceptions that has developed over the decades.

Duenas Church

duenas church

Whether it may be true or not, a visit to the Duenas Church, built in 1884, will surely remind you of the strong bond that binds the people of Duenas to the Catholic Faith.

duenas church

The Duenas Church, hardly ever talked about or mentioned in books, is one of Iloilo’s finest examples of Baroque Architecture. Inspecting the Facade, the overpowering proportion of its octagon belfries is very evident and gives the church an extraordinary beauty that is quite different from the other churches in Iloilo.

duenas church

duenas church

duenas church

duenas church

How to get to Duenas Church

As to my knowledge, I have yet to encounter a jeepney or L300 servicing the Iloilo-Duenas Route. Thus, going to Duenas is a bit tricky.

From Iloilo City, go to the Tagbak Terminal in Jaro and ride a bus headed to Passi City. The bus will be passing by Duenas, which is the town before Passi. The travel time is approx 45min-1hr.

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Marcos C. posted "Duenas Church" on March 24, 2007 ; 3:00 pm . It has had 1,968 views and 17 comments.
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16 Comments

  1. Posted January 6, 2007 at 2:25 am |

    Keep up the advertisement of this local place, and I miss,this place so much which this is my hometown and my former school,,St. Jerome Academy.

    • Posted July 12, 2009 at 10:36 am |

      hi puala your living in where can you provide your ads ,

  2. Posted February 14, 2007 at 11:12 pm |

    wish i cud see d place personally

  3. Posted February 14, 2007 at 11:13 pm |

    ilove u lyn punta tyu s hmetown mu

  4. Posted February 24, 2007 at 12:43 am |

    Bugal sang Duenasanon…

    I was surprised when i saw that Duenas Church is now in improvement. Im proud to say it all that Duenas is the Church, where i was getting marriage a fast few year… To my Beloved “Duenas” which is my Hometown i salute you and keep up the good work. Good luck and More power…

  5. Posted February 24, 2007 at 12:51 am |

    Good Day to its and everyone!

    When i see the photos from the church, i must thinking of ours wedding day and the beautiful spot of Duenas.
    I`m so lucky that i found my wife in this place. I love Duenas.
    Were looking forward to seeing you soon.
    Regards family Demafeliz and to all people of Duenas.
    I miss you all.

  6. Posted February 27, 2007 at 1:21 pm |

    what a sight to behold, miss my hometown so much, my nephews graduated from st. jerome, wyndell, and franz(spi). i’m glad they got christian educations. they’re now working as seamen.
    regards to all my kasimanwas.

  7. Posted March 25, 2007 at 6:48 pm |

    Duenas Church is one of the best looking churches in Iloilo, IMO. Its massive belfries is my favorite part.

  8. Posted April 2, 2007 at 8:33 am |

    so surprised that somebody feels the same way i felt.just visited the church and the very good friend of mine fr. cabalum recently and i cant help but to thank GOD that i saw a piece of heaven on earth….the adoration room a sanctuary! especially.

  9. Posted April 8, 2007 at 3:30 pm |

    thanx.. i can’t wait to explore iloilo one day..

  10. Posted February 3, 2008 at 4:35 am |

    This is my beloved hometown that I miss very very much. I am proud to be called Duenasanon. I long forward to seeing this place again also my family, friends and kababata. The improvement is tremendously impressive. MABUHAY!

  11. Posted February 4, 2008 at 11:25 pm |

    I’m in VIRGINIA, U.S.A. If you happen to know the moderator of this site, extend my warmest regards and CONGRATULATIONS!

  12. Posted February 5, 2008 at 7:23 pm |

    O.K. Keep me posted. My Y.M. add: borocay@shentel.net

  13. Posted August 19, 2009 at 1:32 pm |

    Congratulations and thanks to all the people of dueñas for preserving our greatest pride…, our Church! It is indeed the same church 33 years ago. I am very proud to be a dueñasanon. Ang gugma sang GINOO ara sa aton tanan.

  14. Posted August 19, 2009 at 1:33 pm |

    Keep up the good work! God Bless!

  15. Posted September 6, 2009 at 5:47 pm |

    noel, taga diin timo sa duenas? ano mo si nong benny jocson? classmate tamon ni betty kag usting sa hs. sa duenas ako last month, may namatyan kami sa familia. diya gali ako sa texas naga nursing, lapit na magretire. musta nalang sa imo. lapit na fiesta ta sa duenas.

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