Daraga Church sits on top of a hill overlooking Mount Mayon Volcano and is

considered a religious landmark in Legazpi, Albay. A must-visit for first-time

visitors in Bicol's regional center, walking down its halls feels like a short
journey through history, religion, and design.
The church was originally named Nuestra Señora de la Porteria (Our Lady of
the Gate) Parish Church and first established as a settlement by people
relocating from Cagsawa after a major eruption of the Mayon Volcano. In 1772,
the Spanish government granted permission to build the religious structure
with the intention of fostering a new community in the south of Cagsawa.
The present church was built in Barangay Santa Maria under the orchestration
of Franciscan priests in 1773 as a replacement for the old Cagsawa Church after
it was devastated by a series of volcanic eruptions.
Today, this historic icon is a part of many Legazpi City tours for those who wish
to get to know more about the Albay province capital during their visit.