Santiago de Galacia Church (Betis Pampanga)
The most preserved church among the churches of Pampanga. Named as one of the heritage churches in the Philippines. Betis is a former town, now one of the baranggays of Guagua. Betis name was derived from a tree (betis tree) which was abundant then at the place. The outside appearance of the old church doesn't foretell what's inside. Paintings of renowned painter Simon Flores at the interiors, awes one who enters this old church. Rich in paintings from the walls cielings including the dome all were painted in good taste. The retablo mayor of which was formerly featured at a postcard. Betis also has the oldest artesian well at the front vicinity of the church. Recently the artesian well was restored to function the same way it functioned years ago. Betis home of the artists, famous makers of furnitures and ecclesiastical items.
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