Walking down the aisle is always one of every wedding’s highlight. The blushing bride slowly walking to the altar while sweet music plays… The dashing groom waiting with joyous anticipation… The mothers and fathers teary-eyed at the cusp of the momentuous event… These all happen during church weddings.
Lipa City
No Shortage of Beautiful Churches
Filipinos being a largely Catholic people, there is no shortage of churches in the country where one could partake of the Holy Sacrament of Marriage. As more or less each town has its own church or chapel, many couples choose to stay and celebrate their union in marriage locally. This also means that most of their families can be there on their wedding day. More than a matter of logistics, local weddings usually mean a more family-oriented kind of celebration.
In Batangas alone, there are already more than fifty parishes divided among its seven vicariates. That number does not include the small chapels yet, the most popular of which is the quaint Transfiguration Chapel in Caleruega. Its intimate ambience, scenic surrounding views and cool climate make it one of the most sought-after wedding venues not just in the province, but in the whole country as well! The one-year waiting time for wedding reservations is more than enough proof.
On the other hand, some prefer to get married the old-school way in a big church, usually a parish church. And it doesn’t get any bigger or more classic than the historic Basilica of St. Martin of Tours, more popularly known as Taal Basilica. Nestled in the heart of one of the country’s two heritage towns, its very walls seep old-world charm. Its quiet grandeur makes for a great backdrop to all kinds of wedding fineries. Indeed a perfect setting to witness the unfolding of a new life for two people in love.
Those are but two of the many wonderful wedding venues Batangas has to offer. A rich province, it has all you need for the perfect wedding.
Some Popular Churches Frequently Considered:
- Basilica of St. Martin of Tours (Taal)
- San Juan Nepomuceno Church (San Juan)
- St. Therese of The Child Jesus (Lipa City)
- Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception (Batangas City)
- San Sebastian Cathedral (Lipa City)
- St. Joseph The Patriarch Church (San Jose)