Basilica of Saint Martin de Tours

12:47 PM

We decided to explore our town and ended up at Basilica of Saint Martin of Tours located at Taal, Batangas. It is considered to be the largest church in the Philippines and in Asia. The church was old and rustic  yet impeccably magnificent. I never knew that a church like this was just nearby.  "Explore your own city or country first before other places" - that's what I learned from our trip.

The facade of the church is decorated with classical column. While the interior of the church are filled with wall paintings that are depicted as three dimensional patterns.

 There is a small building beside the church that has an interior of old houses in the Philippines, influenced by the Spanish culture. The symmetrical square windows usually made from capiz shell and the wooden "balustre" are the usual accent during those era.

There is also a mini church inside the building, the painting in the altar is breathtaking.

My outfit during this trip has a concept of grid pattern all over it. I actually have profess my love for grid pattern in my older post.  

My top is a sleeveless strap white blouse black plaid chiffon tank top from JEXSHOP.  I am also wearing a  leaves pearl necklace from JEXSHOP.

A chiffon high waist A- line short pleated skirt middle-skirt sundress from DRESSGAL. My kicks are from Primadonna. This is my take on grid monochrome patterns, I hope you like it. 



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102 comments

  1. UnknownOctober 18, 2015 at 2:33 PM

    Wow what an incredible place, so beautiful! Your outfit is so pretty too, you look wonderful dear! xxxxx

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  2. Olivia FabrianneOctober 18, 2015 at 5:28 PM

    Love everything in this post! <3

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  3. Jackie HarrisonOctober 18, 2015 at 8:45 PM

    Amazing pictures

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  4. Aly In WanderlandOctober 18, 2015 at 9:09 PM

    The place is so breathtaking. Your monochrome style is to die for!
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  5. Lei LubiganOctober 18, 2015 at 9:23 PM

    I've been here once and its so majestic and well preserved! 👍👍
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  6. Fashionably IduOctober 19, 2015 at 1:23 AM

    Amazing location for sure. It seems like grid outfits have been in my face a lot lately and I'm loving them.
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    1. JOURNAL OF STYLEOctober 29, 2015 at 5:48 AM

      Beautiful historical place, Aimee! Lucky you, dear. Love the graphical vibe of your black and white look as well, Aimee! <3

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  7. Fashionably IduOctober 19, 2015 at 1:24 AM

    And you look very lovely in it by the way, :))).
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  8. Irreplaceable_fashionOctober 19, 2015 at 3:10 AM

    Beautiful photos and you look so lovely:)
    kisses

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  9. One Blondie LifeOctober 19, 2015 at 3:52 AM

    Krásný fotky :) a ten outfit ti moc sluší! :)
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  10. OliviaOctober 19, 2015 at 4:20 AM

    This is BEAUTIFUL! So jealous!!
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  11. UnknownOctober 19, 2015 at 5:03 AM

    This church looks phenomenal. You look so lovely in this outfit. :)

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  12. UnknownOctober 19, 2015 at 5:03 AM

    This church looks phenomenal. You look so lovely in this outfit. :)

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  13. Pam ScalfiOctober 19, 2015 at 8:19 PM

    what a beautiful church! Looks totally different inside than what I would expect :D

    Love the skirt ;)

    Pam xo/ Pam Scalfi♥

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  14. EmmylouOctober 20, 2015 at 12:53 AM

    This church is just beautiful:) Thanks for sharing these photos.

    PS Love the skirt.

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  15. Nina KobiOctober 20, 2015 at 6:10 AM

    Love this outfit.

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  16. LBGOctober 20, 2015 at 7:37 AM

    Gorgeous church! Your photos are incredible and a very sweet look too

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  17. EffortlessladyOctober 20, 2015 at 9:42 AM

    Lovely photos and you look amazing! Thanks for sharing.
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  18. Laura MitbrodtOctober 20, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    What a beautiful building, you look great! I love your skirt and top combo
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  19. MissymayificationOctober 20, 2015 at 4:41 PM

    That's a great place to visit. You sure went in style. I love your outfit, beautiful. :)

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  20. Kelsey BangOctober 20, 2015 at 7:19 PM

    what a neat place to explore! beautiful photos!

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  21. MarieOctober 20, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    You look lovely :)
    great photos
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  22. The Petite DiariesOctober 21, 2015 at 1:08 AM

    Great photos! I love that top!
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  23. JJOctober 21, 2015 at 2:44 AM

    In love with your look! In love with the place too!! Such great architecture
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  24. UnknownOctober 21, 2015 at 6:45 AM

    That's such a gorgeous church! I loved your outfit too! XO

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  25. angelinaOctober 21, 2015 at 7:40 AM

    The basilica is so beautiful! I love the grid pattern, especially the skirt! That'll look so great with an embellished top for New Years. Hope the rest of your trip is lovely as well!

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  26. Shaira ManaloOctober 21, 2015 at 2:24 PM

    Nice naman, Mimi. Thanks for the informative post. <3

    Have a nice day!

    xoxo,
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  27. cocojeansOctober 21, 2015 at 5:44 PM

    Very beautiful and the church is a great place to know.

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  28. UnknownOctober 21, 2015 at 10:36 PM

    Great photos! The building looks amazing. Love the skirt!

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  29. BOctober 22, 2015 at 8:42 AM

    Beautiful photos and I love love love your style of writing! Keep it up!



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  31. UnknownOctober 23, 2015 at 9:39 PM

    Wow, that basilica looks absolutely amazing!! love your outfit as well.

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  32. Nina KobiOctober 24, 2015 at 5:27 AM

    You look super cute in this skirt. And this church looks amazing. xx

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  33. sweetsimpledayOctober 24, 2015 at 12:00 PM

    Such a beautiful outfit and photos!! Awesome!
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  34. Paola LauretanoOctober 24, 2015 at 2:57 PM

    Wow, amazing pics and wondeful place!!!
    I love your grid look!
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  35. SarahOctober 24, 2015 at 3:17 PM

    I love this top and the skirt so much!

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  36. UnknownOctober 24, 2015 at 3:24 PM


    Lovely pics of the St. Martin Basilica and You look lovely too

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  37. JeanneOctober 24, 2015 at 3:42 PM

    Stunning place and beautiful look Aimee!XOXO
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  38. Fresh Is YummyOctober 24, 2015 at 4:20 PM

    Wow! Amazing place and great pictures!
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  39. My Stylish CornerOctober 24, 2015 at 4:31 PM

    Such a nice post! Great photos dear!!

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  40. Kathrine EldridgeOctober 24, 2015 at 7:32 PM

    What stunning pics of this church! I am loving your skirt. Amazing look!

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  41. UnknownOctober 24, 2015 at 7:47 PM

    What incredible place :)

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  42. TinettaOctober 24, 2015 at 8:44 PM

    Semplicemente meravigliosa e bellissime le foto!!!
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  43. UnknownOctober 24, 2015 at 10:35 PM

    Hello from Spain: fabulous Basilica. Great pics. I like your look. Keep in touch

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  44. elifnazOctober 24, 2015 at 10:42 PM

    Beautiful photos, love your outfit!

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  45. Fashionably IduOctober 24, 2015 at 11:51 PM

    Amazing to say the least. And you my dear look super gorgeous.
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  46. Ivana JeknicOctober 24, 2015 at 11:58 PM

    love the photos xoxo

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  47. UnknownOctober 25, 2015 at 12:50 AM

    Beautiful post

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  49. TengOctober 25, 2015 at 1:12 AM

    What a lovely post! That skirt looks amazing on you. xx, Teng

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  50. GabrielleOctober 25, 2015 at 1:47 AM

    I love your monochrome, geometric outfit for this occasion, the skirt especially! You're so right when you suggest exploring your own country before any others, I realised this only a couple of years ago and started venturing out to nearby places to make the most of the country I live in! :)

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  51. YasOctober 25, 2015 at 6:49 AM

    They are very beautiful pictures, congratulations !!!

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  52. Adriana R.October 25, 2015 at 9:32 AM

    Awesome, I'd love to visit too!
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  53. Livia PangdokoOctober 25, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    wow so beautiful places <3
    love your outfits too!

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  54. Viviene KokOctober 25, 2015 at 11:00 AM

    Great insight and would love to visit the Philippines one day :)

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  55. The Bandwagon ChicOctober 25, 2015 at 4:09 PM

    This is pretty amazing
    I need to visit it soon
    Btw, lovin your skirt

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  56. Federica Di NardoOctober 25, 2015 at 7:25 PM

    Such an amazing building *_*

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  57. the italian glamOctober 25, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    such an incredibly beautiful place, my dear, I wonder what's the story behind...
    you look lovely in black and white
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  58. the italian glamOctober 25, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    such an incredibly beautiful place, my dear, I wonder what's the story behind...
    you look lovely in black and white
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  59. UnknownOctober 25, 2015 at 9:30 PM

    Beautiful photos!
    Have a nice evening!
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  60. LianaLaurieOctober 25, 2015 at 11:01 PM

    Fantastic post, you look so lovely!!
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  61. Emily // Musings & MoreOctober 25, 2015 at 11:43 PM

    What a breathtaking place! You are so right about exploring your own home! I also really love your skirt!

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    Awesome post! Very lovely photos too.

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  63. Adriana RoblesOctober 26, 2015 at 12:40 AM

    Old architecture is beautiful. Love your outfit too!<3

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  64. nuriaOctober 26, 2015 at 12:43 AM

    The place and your outfit are gorgeous!! xxx
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  65. Ivana SplitOctober 26, 2015 at 12:57 AM

    you look adorable in this monochrome outfit...such a cute skirt and top combo!

    This church is utterly beautiful! Thank you for showing us this basilica.

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  66. SimonaOctober 26, 2015 at 2:30 AM

    So pretty! And you look gorgeous too! What a pretty skirt :)
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  67. Fabienne SophieOctober 26, 2015 at 2:34 AM

    You're really pretty & I love your outfit! Hope you have had fun! :)
    And thank you for your lovely comment! I like it, that you are excited of seeing my pictures from London :p

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  68. LaurentiziaOctober 26, 2015 at 4:42 AM

    wow! perfect pics<3

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  69. Ellen SmithOctober 26, 2015 at 5:13 AM

    The church is absolutely fabulous.
    I love your outfit. :) Especially your skirt.

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  70. Straight A StyleOctober 26, 2015 at 6:10 AM

    Looks amazing. I love your black and white.

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  71. Color Me KikiOctober 26, 2015 at 8:25 AM

    This is gorgeous, and I love your pretty dress! Great post!
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  72. LianaLaurieOctober 26, 2015 at 2:42 PM

    Hello dear, thank you very much for your comment, I follow you back now!
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  74. UnknownOctober 26, 2015 at 8:36 PM

    The church is really beautiful! Love the architecture! And ur outfit is superb! Love grids and love the white and black contrast!
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  75. LenyaOctober 26, 2015 at 9:53 PM

    Such a sweet and charming outfit. Beautiful photos.
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  76. Aly In WanderlandOctober 26, 2015 at 11:49 PM

    Hello, I'm dropping by again!
    This place is just so beautiful.
    Really eye catching even for the 2nd time around I dropped by your blog!
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  77. Yasmin BlackwellOctober 27, 2015 at 12:45 AM

    Some amazing pictures here! I love your outfit as well, look beautiful :) xxx
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  78. Silvia NegrettiOctober 27, 2015 at 1:29 AM

    Beautiful photos!
    Love your outfit, you look very pretty!
    xxx
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  79. UnknownOctober 27, 2015 at 1:57 AM

    You look amazing in this outfit darling! Love the style!

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  80. crafty-zoneOctober 27, 2015 at 3:18 AM

    Sounds like great trip, the architecture of the church is impressive! Btw, I love your skirt <3

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  81. JeanellyOctober 27, 2015 at 4:20 AM

    Great location! Love the skirt!
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  82. lisameilgaardOctober 27, 2015 at 4:52 PM

    Those pictures are so so grate! Love your style! :)

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  83. L.E.N KOctober 27, 2015 at 11:47 PM

    Amazing place! Wanna visit there someday!
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  84. AnonymousOctober 28, 2015 at 2:20 AM

    Amazing photos dear!

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  85. awhiteOctober 28, 2015 at 3:31 AM

    Such a gorgeous place full of history- and I love your outfit, lady!

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  86. UnknownOctober 28, 2015 at 6:59 AM

    Wow! What an amazing backdrop for a photoshoot. And I love your skirt! So very chic!

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  87. Rachel-BethOctober 28, 2015 at 7:53 PM

    This church looks like it has such a stunning interior :) I am loving your skirt too- it's lovely


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  88. SophieOctober 29, 2015 at 7:41 AM

    Wow, such a beautiful place! You look lovely too! I love your skirt especially

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  89. UnknownOctober 29, 2015 at 7:07 PM

    great pictures and place <3 I love it <3 follow for follow? http://mylittleparadiseinthiscrazyworld.blogspot.ba

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  90. SybilOctober 30, 2015 at 3:10 AM

    trendy stylish look! :D

    Have a great day!
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  91. StardustOctober 30, 2015 at 9:58 AM

    you look so lovely! xx

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  92. UnknownOctober 31, 2015 at 8:46 PM

    It's look so cool :)
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  93. UnknownNovember 3, 2015 at 6:29 AM

    Gorgeous city! Loved the photos! :)

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  94. Jennifer PiriNovember 4, 2015 at 8:37 PM

    What an amazing place! Love your tee!
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  95. Aimee VanNovember 8, 2015 at 8:11 PM

    Wow, the basilica looks amazing! Love your outfit, too: the repetition of the grid pattern is so cool. :)

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  96. Qing PinedaNovember 10, 2015 at 10:49 AM

    Love all the basilicas in our country. Fab outfit too! Btw, I am so happy to find your blog since I am in search of Pinay fashion blogger, followed you!

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  97. UnknownNovember 18, 2015 at 12:18 AM

    You captured the essence of the church so beautifully!!

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  98. Savoir SoundNovember 18, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Beautiful photos, I love your outfit! .x

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  99. UnknownNovember 28, 2015 at 5:47 AM

    I'd love to visit that place and tame some OOTD pictures there haha

    Love,
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  100. UnknownNovember 28, 2015 at 5:48 AM

    I'd love to visit that place and tame some OOTD pictures there haha

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