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Visit Our Lady Of Manaoag Museum

Visit Our Lady Of Manaoag Museum, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Remember to pass by the Museum of Our Lady of Manaoag. It is a reliquary of religious icons (pilgrimage images of Our Lady) and articles, vestments, as well as gifts (perfume, jewelry,etc) of devotees to Our Lady. I personally find the dim light and quiet atmosphere in the... 

Have Your Vehicle Blessed Before The Mass

Have Your Vehicle Blessed Before The Mass, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Just before each mass, the priest blesses vehicles of pilgrims. There is a designated area for vehicle blessing, where the owner-driver waits for the priest and participates in the prayers before the blessing. After the blessing, the owner of the vehicles is supposed to drop... 

Meditate in the Rosary Garden

Meditate in the Rosary Garden, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  There is nothing so relieving for the weary soul and weak body than that undescribable peace one gets at the Rosary Garden in the compound of Manaoag Church. The Rosary Garden was designed to provide the devotees with a quiet place to meditate on the Paschal Mysteries (Life,... 

Photo Shoot of Church's Architectural Design

Photo Shoot of Church's Architectural Design, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  For photo enthusiasts who like taking shots of old church's architectural designs, I suggest that as a gesture of respect to the Liturgy, you time it AFTER the mass. Also, you will have less difficulty as there will be less people distracting your view. 

Pilgrimage to The Shrine of Our Lady of Manaoag

Pilgrimage to The Shrine of Our Lady of Manaoag, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Faith or religious belief is a personal matter... Having said that, I would like to share that there is something mystical about the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag which is a popular Catholic pilgrimage site. Famous for her powerful intercession and protection,... 

Pilgrimage

Pilgrimage, Manaoag

 machomikemd Says:  Since the Philippines is one of two predominantly Catholic Countries in Asia(the other one is East Timor), ther are many pilgrimage site of Roman Catholic Pilgrims and the two most popular is Antipolo in Rizal Province and Manaoag here in Pangassinan province. Our Lady of... 

The Rosary Garden

The Rosary Garden, Manaoag

 pres_16 Says:  A quiet and tranquil garden located at the back of Manaoag Church, this garden was created to provide the devotees with quiet place, where they can meditate on the Paschal Mysteries and nurture their intimacy with God by praying the Rosary.I have seen some visitors praying... 

Visita Iglesia: Manaoag Church

Visita Iglesia: Manaoag Church, Manaoag

 pres_16 Says:  Built during the early 20th century, this is the famous Shrine Of Our Lady Of Manaoag or simply Manaoag Church among the locals and devotees. This is the third church built to house the image of our Lady of Manaoag; the second one was totally ruined by the earthquake of... 

Restaurants  

Kusina ni Marinela: Homey feel

Kusina ni Marinela: Homey feel, Manaoag

 elmo817 Says:  This native-inspired dining place located 1-kilometer north of the Manaoag Shrine offers the best tasting Ilocandia dishes such as Tapang Kalabaw, Longganisang Iloko, Sinigang na Malaga, Inihaw na Hito, Pinakbet, Daing na Espada, Igado, and Kaldereta, among others. Also... 

Transportation  

Bus To Manaoag

Bus To Manaoag, Manaoag

 pres_16 Says:  Dagupan Bus has direct line to Manaoag from Manila on hourly basis. Terminal at EDSA, Cubao, QC. 

Shopping  

Sidestreet Stalls: Handicrafts, Tropical Fruits & Native Delicacies

Sidestreet Stalls: Handicrafts, Tropical Fruits & Native Delicacies, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  You need not go far; just outside the Church is a line of food stalls, fruit stands, and handicrafts stores. Rattan handicrafts from Pozzorubio; tropical fruits (mangoes, chicos,guavas,etc); native delicacies ("Tupig", Ilocos chichacorn, Calasiao "Puto",etc) Your P100 will... 

Manaoag Church Religious Stores: Religious Articles and Souvenirs

Manaoag Church Religious Stores: Religious Articles and Souvenirs, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  The Manaoag Church's Religious Stores (there are 2) have all kinds of souvenir and religious items - keychains, car decor, fans, t-shirts, hats, stampitas, novenas and statues/wall hangings of Our Lady of Manaoag, calendars, posters, candles, Holy Water bottles, etc. There... 

Local Customs  

Be Healed With The Holy Water

Be Healed With The Holy Water, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Devotees normally dip their hands in the Holy Water receptacles by the main doors and make the sign of the cross to pay respect and give honor to God. There are others who not only dip their fingers to make the sign of the cross. I saw a couple literally sprinkling their... 

Go up the Veneration Room

Go up the Veneration Room, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Devotees patiently line up to go to the Veneration Room which is at the 2nd floor behind the altar where Our Lady of Manaoag is enthroned. The line ends at the back of Our Lady where through a small opening, devotees are allowed to touch the gown of Mama Mary. This Filipino... 

Light Candles To Lift Up Prayer Intentions

Light Candles To Lift Up Prayer Intentions, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  It is not surprising to see devotees light not only 1 but many candles when they visit the Shrine. A special prayer is said before lighting the candle offering. Candles are lit either as a gesture of thanksgiving for granted favors, or as a way of lifting up prayer... 

Our Lady of Manaoag

Our Lady of Manaoag, Manaoag

 tanamay Says:  Almost all visitors to Manaoag is on a religous pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Manaoag. 

Tourist Traps  

Parking is Free, But Not Outside The Church!

Parking is Free, But Not Outside The Church!, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Parking is free at the Manaoag Church compound. But if the parking lot is full and you have no choice but to look for available parking space outside, be forewarned. Don't think all the boys/men who approach and guide you in parking your vehicle mean well. They will direct... 

Overpriced Candles & Religious Articles

Overpriced Candles & Religious Articles, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Despite the presence of security guards, vendors of candles and religious articles are able to slip into the church compound and parking space. If you succumb to their pitiful stories re: why the have to sell candles and religious articles, you'll be surprised to know later... 

Hustlers of Manaoag

Hustlers of Manaoag, Manaoag

 cognition Says:  It was my first visit to Manaoag on Aug. 5, 2007. I'm not a devotee of the Our Lady of Manaoag icon. I just accompanied my sister and other family members there. Upon reaching the area, young men carrying candles asked me if I was going to the church. I said yes. He motioned... 

Off The Beaten Path  

The Virgin's Well

The Virgin's Well, Manaoag

 cyndymc Says:  Just a few kms. from the church (I don't have exact address, but any local can help you with directions on how to go there) is the Virgin's Well where reportedly, water miraculously sprang from a field in a valley owned by a farmer who dreamt of Our Lady of Manaoag... 

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 Dagupan Bus has direct line to Manaoag from Manila on hourly basis. Terminal at EDSA, Cubao, QC. 

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Q:  hi guys, im just wondering ,is there a way to have my baby baptize in manaog church?and do you happen to knw the contact no.... 

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A: Is this what you are looking for? Manaoag Church N. Garcia Road, Manaoag 2430, Philippines +63 75 529 0132 ‎ manaoagshrine.org 

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Manaoag, The Blessed Town

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 The town's name, Manaoag is derived from the vernacular word "taoag" which means "call". Old folks love to retell the story of a young man who, while on his way home, heard a mysterious voice. He... 

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 Built during the early 20th century, this is the famous Shrine Of Our Lady Of Manaoag or simply Manaoag Church among the locals and devotees. This is the third church built to house the image of our... 

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