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Municipality in Laguna, Philippines
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Paete (pronounced pai-te) is a town in the province of Laguna in the Philippines. The town is known for its woodcarving industry.
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As suggested by its name, the site features three white crosses which was patterned after the cross in Mount Calvary.
Paete Church
A Roman Catholic church built during the Spanish colonial era, featuring a Baroque brickwork with Asiatic-like jagged ridges on top. Inside the church are murals by local artist, Luciano Dans namely Langit, Lupa, Impiyerno (Heaven, Earth, Hell) and large murals of Saint Christopher. The murals are designated as national cultural treasures, although some of them are in urgent need of repair due to termite damage and humidity. There are also statues of saints whose limbs can be moved like puppets. This is usually done during religious processions for events such as Holy Week.
A museum featuring works by acclaimed carver Luis Ac-ac.
Wawa Bayshore Refreshment Park
Board on motorboat rides to Laguna de Bay at the Wawa Park.
An annual festival honoring Paete’s signature heirloom industries: (wood)carving (ukit) and taka (paper-mache toys).
Small coffeehouse which also features paintings and artworks by local artists. A patio overlooks the Paete River.
Tricycles are the primary means of transportation in Paete, particularly if heading towards the upland areas.
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