PHC historical marker for the Laoag Cathedral
Church of Laoag PHC historical marker.webp
National Historical Commission of the Philippines historical marker
National Historical Commission of the Philippines
Chapel of wood and thatch built on this site when the Augustinian friars founded the parish, 1580. Replaced by this church of Italian Renaissance; foundation laid, 1612. Looted by the Chieftain Almazan who took possession of Virgin Mary’s crown and proclaimed himself king, 1661. Damaged by fire, 1843; Repaired by Obras Publicas under Engineer Antonio de la Camara and Fray Santiago Muniz, 1873–1880. Occupied by Revolutionists, 1898; by American forces, 1899. Ownership contested by Aglipayans, 1901. Scene of Diocesan Marian Congress, 1932 and 1949.
The historical marker is located on the wall immediately to the left of the main entrance of the church.