Pope Pius XII Catholic Center
The Pope Pius XII Catholic Center is a religious facility located along United Nations Avenue in Manila, Philippines. It was designed by José María Zaragoza[1] (1912-1994), a noted architect and National Artist of the Philippines.[2]
| Pope Pius XII Catholic Center | |
|---|---|
Sentrong Katoliko ng Pope Pius XII | |
Building facade | |
| General information | |
| Location | Manila, Philippines |
| Coordinates | 14°35′6″N 120°59′24″E |
| Inaugurated | 1964 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Jose Maria Zaragoza |
The facility was inaugurated on August 26, 1964. It has been used as a venue for plenary assemblies by Catholic bishops.[3]
The National Museum of the Philippines formally declared the facility as an important cultural property in 2024.[4]
References
- Cabalza, Dexter (January 29, 2024). "Pope Pius XII Center named 'cultural property'". Philippine Daily Inquirer.
- Zulueta, Lito (June 30, 2014). "José Maria Zaragoza: Master builder". Philippine Inquirer.
- "Philippines: Pope Pius XII Catholic Center named 'important cultural property'". RVA News. Radio Veritas Asia. January 30, 2024. Retrieved February 1, 2024.
- Untalan, Sheryln (January 27, 2024). "Pope Pius XII Catholic Center in Manila named 'important cultural property'". GMA News. Retrieved February 1, 2024.
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