Our Lady of the Philippines Trappist Monastery
Trappist Monastery
The only Trappist monastery in the Philippines, where monks make mango jam, cashew sweets and baked goods, making it a top souvenir choice on Guimaras.
The monastery was founded in 1972 by American Trappist monks and sits in the hills of Jordan town. Its church has a simple, modern design, and the grounds are peaceful. The monks follow a life of work, producing dried mango, mango jam, cashew candy, biscuits and more, sold at the gift shop by the entrance and highly praised. Visitors may enter the church and shop, and are asked to keep quiet and dress modestly. It is often visited on the way during a tricycle tour around the island.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–17:00 (shops)
Nearby sights
- National Mango Research and Development Center
- Alubihod Beach
- Balaan Bukid Shrine
- Plaza Libertad
- Calle Real Heritage District
- Molo Mansion
- Molo Church
- Museo Iloilo