Simala Shrine is a European-Style Castle Church

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SIMALA SHRINE

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The Monastery of the Holy Eucharist, popularly known as Simala Shrine or Simala Church, is a castle-like church located in Marian Hills of upper Lindogon, Simala, Sibonga, Cebu. Simala Shrine was built in 1998 by the Marian Monks from Pampanga, after the occurrence of several miraculous events, including that of Mama Mary’s shedding of tears. Because of the said miracles, Simala Shrine became so popular that devotees and believers flock the shrine, hoping and believing that their prayer requests would be granted. The shrine’s castle-like and picturesque structure makes it even more popular, drawing local and foreign tourists, alike. Read More: http://www.thepinaywanderer.com/2015/05/solo-trip-to-the-miraculous-shrine-of-simala-in-cebu.html

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The Simala Shrine or the Monastery of the Holy Eucharist is a church located in Lindogon , Simala, Sibonga in southern Cebu. It was built by the Marian Monks in 1998. The church became famous due to miracles that happened in the area made through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. It is also renowned for its castle-like design that is visible from a distance.

The place was formerly a small farm where the monks lived. The monks gradually developed the area by planting vegetables and trees as well as raising animals. After some time, the monks built houses and a chapel. It was later called Marian Hills due to the presence of the Marian Monks. The monks reportedly prayed for an intercession by the Blessed Virgin Mary after the community was hit by an epidemic. The monks asked the Blessed Virgin to save the children suffering from the epidemic. Read More: http://www.peanutbrowas.com/blog/trip-to-the-simala-shrine

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Ever wanted to see castles? Thinking that only in Europe you can find such structure? Believe me, we have one here in Cebu, the Simala Shrine or the Simala-Lindogon Church in the town of Sibonga. If you are planning to stay and explore more in Sibonga, there are hotels and accommodations in Cebu nearby the famous castle-like Simala Shrine.

The Monastery of the Holy Eucharist, also popularly known as Simala Shrine or Simala Church, is a castle-like church located in Marian Hills in Sibonga, Cebu. The design and structure of the church continue to draw attention to local and foreign tourists. It is more popular due to its unique and picturesque design, people wouldn’t even think you’re only in Cebu. The church was built in 1998 by the Marian Monks from Pampanga after the occurrence of several miraculous events in the vicinity including the shedding of tears by Mama Mary. Because of those miracles, the shrine had been flocked by devotees and believers of Mama Mary hoping that their prayers and wishes be granted. Read More: http://thejerny.com/travel/european-castle-vibes-simala-shrine-sibonga-cebu/

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