Saint Louise Bishop Parish Church

The Roman Catholic Church in Lucban, Quezon, is a beautiful and historically significant place. Its stunning architecture and peaceful atmosphere attract many visitors. Beyond its looks, the church plays a vital role in the local community, helping people spiritually and through various charitable activities. It stands as a symbol of faith, culture, and community unity in Lucban.

A beatiful church in the middle of a peaceful and friendly place.

Beautiful Church at the heart of Lucban
Visited last Monday, May 15 2023 when we attended Pahiyas Festival. Well Ventilated and spacious. Parking is available.

It is a historic Catholic church and the center of Lucban. At the time of my visit, a wedding had just ended and a short while later a funeral began.

March 18, 2022

Built in 1595 and 3rd oldest in Quezon Province this parish church ~ dedicated to San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, sits majestically in the middle of Lucban, Quezon Province.
It is also the center of the Pahiyas Festival, held every 15th of May in honor of San Isidro Labrador, patron saint of farmers, for the bountiful harvest.
Non-locals often mistake the Pahiyas as the town fiesta; the actual feast of Lucban's patron saint, San Luis, falls on August 19.
This ancient holy ground has faced numerous disasters, both natural and man-made, most recent of which was in 2014 when Typhoon Glenda surged through the town and tore off the roof on top of the altar, flooding the entire church in its wake.
The church has since been rebuilt and now restored to its rightful place as one of the "you-must-visit" churches whenever in Quezon.

Fun fact: 🙂
The exterior of the church periodically receives "shaving" to remove the moss growing on the adobe/lime walls.

3 hours from Manila via the newly cemented Calauan-Nagcarlan road. Expect very steep
up~ and downhill drives,
as well as very sharp curves thru a maze of long, winding roads..drive safely!
And bring cash, we didn't see that many banks eh.
👍🙂

excellent place for family and friends visit

Visiting old churches is always a nice idea. It holds many stories of days gone by. I’m always in awe every time I see old churches. The church itself is historical.

Interior is much more beautiful. I am amazed how this church withstand the test of time.

I once visited this Lucban Church during the Pahiyas Festival. I got to revisit it again after our trek to Hulugan Falls.

This church remains to be one of the most beautiful in the province of Quezon. It is also one of the Spanish Colonial Churches of the province. It is a must-visit.

One of the oldest church innthe province of Quezon. It has been undergoing restoration to preserve the old stones used. It stands at the center of the town. A very good place to visit

This is one of the famous landmarks of Lucban. The parade during the Pahiyas Festival usually starts and ends here.

The church plays a central role in local religious traditions, particularly during Lucban's renowned Pahiyas Festival, where it becomes a focal point for celebrations and processions. A visit to Lucban Church offers not only a glimpse into the region's religious history but also a chance to experience the warmth of the local Catholic community.

Lucban is well-known for its prestigious Pahiyas Festival where it showcases the locals' gratitude to San Isidro Labrador for their bountiful harvest. The San Luis Obispo de Tolorosa Parish Church (also Saint Louis of Toulouse Parish Church), commonly known as Lucban Church, is a Roman Catholic parish located in Lucban Quezon , the Philippines under the Roman Catholic Diocese of Lucena. Church is clean and a quite place for meditation.

This church just got renovated recently (2019). The old bricks at the front with moss plants were gone but it still got its charm nonetheless.

Old baroque church with cobblestone road at front, plenty of parking at the side.

Amazing, it is nice to see the church in lucban because some people travel from different cities to visit the church.

Closed when we arrived but the church it was closed. Clean and good space for walking!

A church built on 1595 completed 200 years after. I liked that they had the sense to not renovate the exterior so much to maintain it's original facade; it emanates a completely anachronistic vibe.

What an amazing experience!
Beautiful, Elegant, and the Spiritual Energy is intoxicating.

One of the best when it comes to architecture. The algae and molds on the walls make it look older than it is. I can still feel the solemness inside the church even though the church was surrounded by busy roads.