Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Agtalin Shrine



Considered to be the tallest religious icon in the Philippines, this 80 feet statue of The Blessed Virgin Mary atop in the hills of Agtalin in Barangay Dulangan Municipality of Pilar, Province of Capiz. This religious icon is constructed on the top of a chapel. Thousands of devotees attend mass every first Saturday of the month.

Tourist also visit this place to take picture of this huge monument. On your way up to the monument is a breathtaking view of the place.

The International Marian Research Institute considers the Agtalin Shrine as a pilgrimage for those faithful with incurable diseases.

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