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Dumaguete Belfry

Posted on June 4, 2015 by Kimmy Pagarigan A commanding historical structure built in the year 1811, the Dumaguete Bell Tower is the oldest known Belfry in the province. Standing next to the majestic St Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral, the tower is above the nearby buildings like a deacon. Its purpose was to inform local citizens of daily mass schedules. It also served as a watchtower for fort…
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