Metro Manila has no shortage of churches to visit on Maundy Thursday and if you’re going to focus on the Antipolo area, here are the churches you should visit:

The Antipolo Cathedral is the home of the miraculous 17th-century image of Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage (Nuestra Señora dela Paz y Buenviaje). As a site that welcomes millions of pilgrims each year, it is one of the most popular churches outside the Metro. The Cathedral is the seat of the Archdiocese of Antipolo which covers Marikina City, Rizal province and a section of Metro Manila’ Pasig City.Address: P. Oliveros St., Antipolo City 1870 Rizal

The church is commonly called Boso-Boso Church and was restored from the ruins of a circa 1700 Jesuit-built parish. The church only became a parish in 2004 as the community was abandoned in 1930 over a planned dam which didn’t push through.Address: Sitio Old (Lower) Boso-Boso, Brgy. San Jose, Antipolo City, Rizal

This is a community parish that’s spacious and airy enough to accommodate an influx of pilgrims observing the holiday. One of the great qualities of this church is its ornate altar that grabs your attention.Address: Duhat & Atis Streets, Antipolo Hills Subd., Brgy. San Luis, Antipolo City, Rizal

St. Therese has a simple beauty that is very solemn. Like other churches in Antipolo, the church has a beautifully decorated altar that gives parishioners an understated splendor and is highly accessible since it’s right on a major highway.Address: Marcos Highway, Brgy Mayamot, Antipolo City, Rizal

The Transfiguration Of Christ Parish Church is only fifteen years old. The quiet and stunning church has the icon from the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa – the special patroness of the Transfiguration Parish. Before reaching the actual church, you’ll be greeted by a replica of the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ and be met with a bit of a walk up the stairs.Address: Manuel L. Quezon Ext, Nayong Silangan, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal

This is one of Antipolo’s must-visit churches. With its modern and scenic design, this is a solemn and inspiring church to visit. The parish also has a Rosary Garden to allow for deeper reflection and prayer.Address: Hinulugang Taktak Road, Fairmount Hills Subdivision, Antipolo, Rizal

Visita Iglesia is usually a whole day activity. Between moving between churches, prayers and rest, it’s important to have everything you'll need.Below is a quick list of what you should have with you before embarking on a Visita Iglesia:

Also, refrain from bringing luxury items like your jewelry or devices like laptops and tablets. Events like these are often ripe with thievery so, it’s best to minimize your risk of loss. Always stay with your group and have contact number ready should you be separated from your party. If you are doing the devotion on your own, share your plans with others and check in regularly. Ready for Visita Iglesia? If you get tired afterwards and can't make the trip home, why not book a hotel with Traveloka so you can rest and spend more time with your family?]]>