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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
hi puala your living in where can you provide your ads ,
wish i cud see d place personally
ilove u lyn punta tyu s hmetown mu
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…
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.
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.
Duenas Church is one of the best looking churches in Iloilo, IMO. Its massive belfries is my favorite part.
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.
thanx.. i can’t wait to explore iloilo one day..
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!
I’m in VIRGINIA, U.S.A. If you happen to know the moderator of this site, extend my warmest regards and CONGRATULATIONS!
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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.
Keep up the good work! God Bless!
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.
I dream that one day i’ll be coming home to witness the beautiful scenery of my hometown that i once savored as a kid,until teen age.I was here confined in the place away from my real home.I”ve learned,embraced and love the culture of my current town,yet my first love is still the town of duenas.
i miss the lavish greenery that dominate the church entrance,the church where i poured out my heart out to the man i married. Everytime i look up to see the the rich design of the church, i feel like i’m taken back to the spanish era. The church reflect the rich influence of spaniards to our architecture and religion.
Most of all,i miss the people that thrive in duenas.Especially my family,relative,friends and former klasmates. All those scenery is useless without the loving people of duenas. They always warm my heart when i’m home,not to mention the bonding moments i experience with all those around me. i miss the foods,games,noise and chitchating with my neighbors. Oh my beloved duenas, my heart is crying to be home once again. “i may live my life away from home,but my heart will never get that far from you my beloved hometown”
Duenas Church was featured in the Filipino Heritage book in the 70′s.