Paoay Church

Baroque church in Ilocos Norte, Philippines.

Overview

Built by Spanish colonial craftsmen, completed in 1710, using coral stone.

Design Features

Features buttresses and earthquake-resistant design.

Architectural Connections

• Southeast Asian: Filipino context.
• Religious: Churches.
• Baroque: 18th century.

Influence and Legacy

Influenced by earthquake baroque, shaping San Agustin Church.

Related Architects & Works

Spanish Colonial Craftsmen (related architect), San Agustin Church (related building), Buttress (element), Baroque (period)