San Joaquin Church was constructed in 1859 by Father Tomas Santaren and was completed in 1869. The Church reflects the blending of Spanish architectural designs. This church is made of coral stones and lime stones, and the only one in the Philippines sporting a bass relief depicting the historic battle between the Christians of Spain and the Moors in Tetuan in 1859. 

The first church in Iloilo was built by the Jesuits around 1607 to serve the needs of the military stationed in Punta, as Iloilo was then called.  However, on 29 April 1617, the Augustinians established San José, a house of the order. They held San José until 1775 when administration was given to the secular clergy.  In 1868, Iloilo along with La Paz (Loboc) was given to the Augustinians in exchange for Jaro which had become the seat of the newly founded diocese. Fr. Mauricio Blanco was named prior in 1873 and he started enlarging and repairing an older church built of light material. Later he decided to build a new church of stone and brick, after the Miguelete church of Valencia del Cid (Spain).  However, he was unable to fulfill his plans, and stopped when he had completed two stories. He finished the church, added two towers one with a clock and barometer and built a convent. The towers were begun on 14 November 1893.  The church was repaired in 1902, restored in 1945 under architect and engineer Mariano Cacho following plans by Fr. David Caseres. The altars were gilded by Fr. Jesús Fernandez.  During World War II, the church was saved from being bombed by the Americans after they received information that Japanese were not holed in the church as they were previously informed. Between 1980-82 the church was renovated, a new marble floor was laid, under the direction of poet-writer, Fr. Gilbert Centina. San José is one of the few parish in the Philippines still under the Augustinians. Source:Panublion

Spending time with one's self is definitely a privilege most don't have. San Juan Beach offers a serene and idyllic atmosphere perfect for total relaxation. Trees surrounding the beach shades the area and sets the mood for a long relaxing swim in Barotac's crystal cool waters. Read more about San Juan Beach. 

The island of Siquijor is blessed with unique aqua pools in its hinterlands that are fed by natural springs.  One of these srpings is the San Juan de Capilay Lake. This spring-fed lake is located in the heart of San Juan. and it has been a favorite cooling off spot among locals during weekends. How to get to San Juan de Capilay Lake: The nearest international airport is in Manila, which has daily flights to Dumaguete that take 1 hour. Dumaguete to Siquijor Island is a 45-minute boatride from Looc in Dumaguete. Once you are on Siquijor island, there are plenty of jeepneys and minibuses to take you to San Juan from anywhere on the island.  Source: WoWPhilippines  

The San Juanico Bridge connects the two separate islands of Samar and Leyte. It is the longest bridge in the Philippines with a length of around 2 kilometers with an arch beneath to allow passage for boats. The bridge provides the greatest view of the San Juanico Strait with its whirlpools and its islets. Source:Wikipedia 

San Miguel de Archangel Basilica Menor is located in Tayabas, Quezon, Philippines.  The basilica is located on an elevated ground with Mt. Banahaw and Mt. San Cristobal on the background. The basilica, a mute witness to the history of Tayabas, underwent numerous transformation, from an ordinary camarin type church made of bamboo, nipa and anahaw, to a 103 meter in length church, made of concrete and stone. One will get to appreciate the Baroque influence on the architectural and interior design of the basilica as manifested on its façade and church interiors.  Source:Tourism.qzn.ph

San Nicholas de Tolentino Parish Church, a Tuscanic church of baked brick, is one of the most beautiful churches in the Philippines.  The gigantic Church is the only existing church in Iloilo which has three façades. Its twin belfries capped with cream-colored domes are considered to be one of the best in the Philippines.  In 1948, the church was partially damaged by an earthquake, which ruined four of its belfries, two of its façade pediments and the central dome. In the early 1990s the church was restored back to its present grandeur. Read more about Cabatuan Parish Church.

San Pedro Church is the city's oldest church built way back in 1847 during the Spanish occupation in Davao led by the Spanish Conquistador Don Jose Uyanguren. The old altar of the San Pedro Church is preserved at the right wing of the cathedral. The church still holds regular masses like other churches in the city.  HOW TO GET THERE  San Pedro Church is the main landmark of San Pedro Street, one of the city's busiest streets during the day. Source:hoparound.net

San Salvador Island is located in Masinloc, Zambales, Philippines. Every town of Zambales has its own share of beautiful and untapped island. This is Masinloc's counterpart of the Miss Universe island of Santa Cruz. The island has clean water, smooth beaches coupled with powdery white sand and cool sea breeze. Source:Angelfire.com

Established way back in September 1862, the San Sebastian Martyr Church stands as one of Borbon's oldest churches. The church is still intact today and has recently been repainted to give it a fresh look. A colorful grotto of the Virgin Mary is also present right across from the church. Source:Cebu Province Official Websiteborboncebu.com