Site of the Diocese of Nueva Segovia historical marker
PHC historical marker for the Archdiocese of Nueva Segovia
Site of the Diocese of Nueva Segovia NHI historical marker.webp
Archbishop's Palace of Nueva Segovia, Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Apr 2026.jpg
National Historical Commission of the Philippines historical marker
National Historical Commission of the Philippines
Founded in Lal-lo, Cagayan, 14 August 1595, with Fr. Miguel de Benavides as first bishop, by the Bull of Pope Clement VIII, through the efforts of Bishop Domingo de Salazar in Madrid. Transferred to Vigan, 1758, occupying a building which escaped capture by the rebels when Diego Silang, who defeated the Bishop’s forces, was assassinated by Vicos, 1763. Present building constructed, 1783–1790, repaired, 1824–1826, also housed the Ecclestiastical Court until 1890. Occupied by the Revolutionists who imprisoned Bishop Jose Hevia Campomanes, 1896. Used as garrison by the American Forces under Lt. Col. James Parker, 1899.
The historical marker is located on the wall to the left of the building’s main entrance.