Baler Church (San Luis Obispo de Tolosa Parish)
Simbahan ng Baler
The site of the 1898–1899 Siege of Baler, where a Spanish garrison held out for 337 days.
Baler Church is a National Historical Landmark. During the Philippine Revolution of 1898, about 50 Spanish soldiers were trapped inside the church for 337 days, surrendering only in June 1899. The event, known as the Siege of Baler, earned the last defenders the name “the Last Filipinos,” and June 30 is now commemorated as Philippines–Spain Friendship Day. The church standing today was rebuilt later, and a historical marker stands at the entrance. Entry is free. Please keep quiet during Mass. It is within walking distance of the museum and the Quezon House.
Opening hours
06:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Doña Aurora Aragon-Quezon House
- Museo de Baler
- Sabang Beach
- Ermita Hill
- Cemento Beach
- Diguisit Beach & Rock Formations
- Dicasalarin Cove
- Millennium Tree (Balete Park)