Gamu Church Explained

Gamu Church
Fullname:Saint Rose of Lima Parish Church
Coordinates:17.0469°N 121.8325°W
Pushpin Map:Luzon mainland#Philippines
Map Caption:Location in Luzon##Location in the Philippines
Country:Philippines
Location:Gamu, Isabela
Denomination:Roman Catholic
Dedication:Rose of Lima
Status:Parish church
Functional Status:Active
Heritage Designation:National Cultural Treasure
Designated Date:2019
Architectural Type:Church building
Style:Baroque
Completed Date:18th century
Diocese:Ilagan

Saint Rose of Lima Parish Church, commonly known as Gamu Church, is a Roman Catholic church located in Gamu, Isabela, Philippines. It is under the jurisdiction of the Diocese of Ilagan.

The church was constructed around 1750 by Martin Fernández, a priest who also made the town planning for Gamu.[1] The Baroque-styled church's distinct feature is its facade's pointed towers. The church has a life-size image of the Peruvian nun Rose of Lima, the patron saint of embroidery, gardening, and cultivation of blooming flowers.[2]

The National Museum of the Philippines declared the church as a national cultural property in 2019.[3]

Notes and References

  1. News: May 12, 2012 . Sta. Rosa de Lima in Gamu, Isabela, needs help . February 6, 2024 . . en-US.
  2. Web site: 7 Churches to Visit in Cagayan Valley During Holy Week . February 6, 2024 . 7641 Islands of the Philippines . en-US.
  3. Web site: NATIONAL MUSEUM ANNUAL REPORT 2019 . February 6, 2024 . nationalmuseum.gov.ph.