The Church of Paete
The Church of Paete was completed in 1717 through the effort of Fr. Francisco dela Fuente. It stands as one of the most historically significant churches in Laguna.
Key Features
- The National Altar (Pambansang Dambana)
- Baroque-Romanesque façade
- Powerful 1-ton bell tower
- Cross-shaped floor layout
- Five altar retablos
- Simboryo with carved balustre
Most Valuable Possessions
- Five majestic altar retablos
- Four historic murals
- “Last Judgement / Jucio Final” mural
- Mural of sacraments & hell
- Two murals of St. Christopher
- Oriental-style wall art
- Western-style framed artwork
- Silver-plated tabernacle
- “Insensaryo” & “seriales”
- Rotary bell mechanism
Tourist Destinations
Tatlong Krus
Hilltop crosses, farmer’s annual fiesta, and landmark for fishermen.
Matabungka Falls
A legendary waterfall located just below the Tatlong Krus hill.
Wawa Park
Motorboat rides offering a scenic tour of Laguna Lake.