The Minor Basilica of Our Lady of Manaoag is located approximately 200 kilometeres north of Manila. From the city, Manaoag is accessible via North Luzon Expressway, Mac Arthur Highway and Tarlac-Pangasinan-La Union Expressway through Urdaneta City, Pangasinan, then heading northwest via Urdaneta-Manaoag Road. The Church is four to five hour travel by bus from Cubao, Quezon City.
One of the miracle of Manaoag was during the Second World War. Japanese forces dropped several bombs within the church's vicinity. The structure was only moderately damaged. Four bomb were released above the church, with three landing on the plaza and the facade, destroying both. The last bomb fell into the sanctuary, but miraculously did not explode.
Candle area
The shrine's facade and belfry in 2015
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