In this famous Church a celebrated large crucifix carried by the image of Christ in black wood - hence the term "Black Nazarene" -
is located. The 100th anniversary of the Black Nazarene procession was held here last January 9, 2007.

Originally carved in Mexico, it was brought to the Philippines via the Spanish galleon route in 1767. It is said to have miraculous powers.
On Fridays thousands of Catholic devotees may be seen inside the church edging forward on their knees towards the crucifix.

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