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Magdalena, Laguna Church

Saint Mary Magdalene Parish Church is a Roman Catholic church in Magdalena, Laguna, Philippines under the Diocese of San Pablo.

History
historical marker installed in 2018 Magdalena was formerly known as Ambling, a barrio of Majayjay until it was elevated as a town in 1821. The first church, made of cogon and wood was constructed in 1820 and was dedicated to Mary Magdalene. Antonio Moreno was appointed at its first parish priest in 1821. Construction of the belltower was finished in 1861. ==Architecture==
Architecture
The Baroque church is elevated by a flight of steps facing a plaza. To its left is a four story octagonal belltower with a square base. ==In popular culture==
In popular culture
The church has been used as a shooting location for various Filipino films, including Santiago! (1970), Sanctuario (1974), Jose Rizal (1998) and Heneral Luna (2015). ==Gallery==
Gallery
File:Magdalena Church Interior.jpg|Church interior in 2019 File:Magdalena,LagunaChurchjf 0322 13.JPG| File:Magdalena,LagunaChurchjf 0307 03.JPG|Church altar File:Magdalena,LagunaChurchjf0202 12.JPG|Roster of parish priests of Magdalena File:Magdalena,LagunaChurchjf 0261 11.JPG|Plaza fronting the church == References ==
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