☀️ Morning Glory: Finding Peace at the Trappist Monastery in Guimaras 🕊️

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Hello Hive Travellers here in worldmappin community!!!
I hope everyone is doing fine!! 🌞

Today I want to share a peaceful discovery right near our house,, a true retreat area.. the Trappist Monastery here in Guimaras.. 😊

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The place is just so peaceful and solemn...
The area is wonderfully wide, letting the trees and plants grow freely..
It felt like stepping into a green park..
The tall, lush trees filter the morning sun, making the grass glow..
If you need a break from the noise, this is the place..
It's an instant reset for the mind and soul!!

⛪ An early morning visit to the old church

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We went to the Trappist Church early in the morning and the rising sun gave everything a beautiful, warm glow...

They have this small and old church that stands beautifully against the bright blue sky..
It's not grand and modern,, but that's what makes it so special...

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The church building looks like it's made of old stone,, giving it a strong, humble look..

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The roof with its terra cotta tiles, has a simple, lovely design that stands out among the green trees..

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The iconic bell 🔔

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There's an old bell beside the church, but is now under repair..
It's stand is shaped as a triangle and there are three bells.. 1 on top and 2 on both sides..

The main entrance is inviting, with cool, dark shade offering a perfect escape from the sun..

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You can feel the history and the silence the moment you walk toward it..
It’s a wonderful contrast.. the bright, vibrant nature all around and the quiet, solid presence of the church...

✨ I foudn it amazing how much quiet beauty you can find when you just slow down..
Even just standing on the wide, sunny path leading up to the church ,, you feel instantly calmer..
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🌳 Walking through the grounds,, we also saw a small tribute to Don Oscar R. Ledesma..

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The plaque says "he served his country, he served his church" and his love was "directed to the needy"
It's a sweet reminder that this peaceful place was built on great kindness and generosity..

here are other statues we found around the curch..

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*St. Bernard

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*St. Benedict

If you ever find yourself in Guimaras and needing a quiet moment or just a beautiful place to walk and reflect,, make sure the Trappist Monastery is on your list..

And of course, don't forget to grab those famous Guimaras mango products on your way out!! 😊

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Texts and Images by @vvodjiu. The lead photo was edited on Canva

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I was always fascinated by the monastery life, I read many books and studied about some kind of religious monastery, this place looks amazing, I think in these kind of place we breath a different air, more peaceful and spiritual.

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Ohhh,, allow me to tell you my last retreat here.. Monks were so welcoming.. They also cook delicious food 😊.. You can join their mas every morning at 5 am.. in order for the guests to be prepared before the mass start, they ring the bell twice.. first is at 4:30 am, this will help wake the guests who were staying in their guest house and to notify the neighboring houses that the mass is about to start.. then the 2nd bell will be 4:45.. They will ring the bell continuosly so guests will now the mass is about to start...

You can also ask for a confession.. They offer confession and reflection rooms for you to peacefully reflect and meditate... They also have a tower where you can see the whole area.. It's wide and full of trees and plants... 😊

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This place looked interesting it's A perfect place for meditation..

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Yes it is my friend.. Thank you so much for dropping by...
!UNI

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Wow what a serene and peaceful place the way you described the morning light the old church and the quiet grounds really makes me feel like im walking there myself. I especially love how the monastery balances history nature and reflection it seems like the perfect escape from daily noise...

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That's true.. a perfect escape.. and it's also a place to restore your faith..

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!BEER
!BBH

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Wow,,, thank you so much for all the tokens.. I'm grateful for your support ☺️

Have a wonderful day 🌞

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