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Panay Church in Captivating Capiz?

September 15, 2008

One place that captivates in the captivating Capiz is the church in Panay. This is one of the oldest church in Asia having a very memorable and valuable history in the Philippines. According to my sources, Panay church was recently restored and rebuild to make it last for more longer years. If in case you will visit the captivating Capiz visit Panay and see their church, the church that houses the biggest bell in Asia.

Here’s the recent picture of Panay Church in the captivating Capiz:

 

Trivial information about the church: It is about 250 feet long and 80 feet wide with a 9 feet thick walls blocks. The central altar is elaborately sculptured retablos of silver and hardwood in the florid style of Baroque art. The antique huge bell is surrounded by 8 smaller bells. The huge bell was made from 76 sacks of coins believed to have been contributed by the citizens of the town. It holds the record of being the biggest church bell in Asia and 2nd in the whole world. It is 7 feet in diameter and 10,400 kg. in weight. Still not convinced about this? Be captivated, visit the captivating Capiz of the Philippines.

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