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Manila Cathedral
Plaza Roma, Intramuros, Manila
The Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, more popularly known as the Manila Cathedral is perhaps the best-known and most prominent structure in modern Intramuros. Located in Plaza Roma, the Manila Cathedral is a popular site for weddings. The present church structure is the sixth structure to rise in the site. Two markers describe similar ( though a bit inconsistent ) colorful histories:
A. The Manila Cathedral is the sixth structure to rise on this site. First church of nipa and bamboo built in 1581. Burned in 1583. Second church lasted until 1588 when it was blown by a typhoon. Third cathedral of "three naves and seven chapels" started in 1584. Completed in 1614. Destroyed in the 1645 earthquake. Fifth church built from 1872 to 1879. Severely damaged in the 1880 earthquake when its belltower collapsed. Destoryed in 1945 during the battle of Manila. Sixth cathedral built from 1953 to 1958. Elevated to the rank of Basilica Minore by Pope John Paul II in 1981 and officially named Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.See also
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