Mother of All Asia is a towering statue of the Virgin Mary in the centre of the Basilica of Montemaria.
To visit the view deck in the Virgin Mary statue, you need to enter the Basilica and required to purchase the ticket worth P150 for regular tourists, and proceed to the elevator, which is the 17th floor.
The ticket has a discount for senior citizens and is free for children under 7 years of age.
At the viewdeck, you can see the peaceful Valle Verde passage in a 180-degree angle.
However, the tip of the tower which is the crown of the statue is accessible only to members, whether you are a founding or a Pilgrim member upon payment of a certain fee in the office located on the ground floor.
The ticket is valid for...
ย ย ย Read moreMONTEMARIA World Destination is 130-hectare international pilgrimage and conference center located in Sitio Montemaria, Barangay Pagkilatan and Mabacong, Batangas City. Nestled on a plateau that overlooks the Verde Island Passage, confirmed to be the Center of Marine Biodiversity of the World, is the 322 feet (98 meters) Monument of the Mother of All Asia - a tribute to Unity and Peace of the peoples and countries of this part of the globe. It will be the icon and pilgrimage destination not only of the entire Philippines and eventually of all Asia and the World, as the Statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and the Statue of Liberty in...
ย ย ย Read moreThe statue itself is massive and awe-inspiring, and you can really feel the peaceful atmosphere around the place. The view of Batangas Bay and Mt. Maculot from here is stunningโperfect for photos and quiet reflection.
The area is clean and well-maintained, and there are guides who share interesting details about the monumentโs meaning. Itโs not just a religious site but also a cultural and historical attraction. Definitely worth visiting if youโre in Batangas, whether for faith, history, or simply sightseeing.
Tip: Best to go in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat and catch beautiful lighting for...
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