The Editor's Notes

The Parish Church of St. Augustine in Paoay, Ilocos Norte, stands as a remarkable example of earthquake-Baroque architecture from the Philippines' colonial era. Constructed between 1704 and 1710, this church is renowned for its intricate façade featuring five niches housing carved saints, buttressed brick-and-stone walls, and an ornate retablo mayor adorned with gold leaf. Historical documentation, including the Foronda-Manzano papers, Adaza's 1986 research, and Ragual's contributions, provides a comprehensive understanding of this architectural marvel. The church's design, characterized by its resilience to earthquakes and elaborate decoration, reflects the fusion of Spanish and local Filipino influences during the Spanish colonial period.

(Ed.). (2012). The Editor’s Notes. Philippiniana Sacra, 47(142). https://doi.org/10.55997/ps3001xlvii142en