Dumaguete City, known as the “City of Gentle People,” is among the most visited tourist destination in the country.The city is a gateway to many popular sites and nearby towns and islands.
The Campanario De Dumaguete is a famous landmark of the city. Built in 1811, the watchtower was constructed to warn residents of the impending danger by Moro pirate attacks in search of slaves.The Dumaguete belfry was built among one of the four watchtowers of the town just right next to the Cathedral of St. Catherine of Alexandria along Perdices street fronting Rizal Park.
Locals, tourists and devotees visit the belfry to light candles and offer prayers at the grotto of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. There’s a small souvenir shop near the grotto that sells candles, rosaries and other religious items.
Today, the towering historical marker now stands witness of Dumaguete City’s growth and progress through the years and years to come.
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