The seat of the Archdiocese of Caceres The Diocese of Nueva Caceres (Naga) was established in 1595 at the same time 3 others were established - the Archdiocese of Manila, the Diocese of Cebu, and the Diocese of Nueva Segovia (Vigan).
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| The dome across from the cathedral is where the image of Our Lady of Penafrancia is placed during the fiesta. There is a similar dome at the basilica grounds. |
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| The present church was built in 1808 and consecrated in 1843. |
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| Main gateway to the cathedral grounds |
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| A closer look at the dome |
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| The cathedral was already closed when we passed by. The facade at night is stunning. |
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| Close-up of the main door of the cathedral, which is the seat of the Archdiocese of Naga. |
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| Stained glass depicting the Holy Spirit as a dove. |
Just across from the cathedral is the Archbishop's residence. Major Catholic schools are also nearby like the Ateneo de Naga, University of Nueva Caceres and Universidad de Sta. Isabel.
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