St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral Parish (Dumaguete Cathedral)

St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral Parish, commonly known as Dumaguete Cathedral, is a historic Catholic church in the heart of Dumaguete, Negros Oriental. Completed in 1776, it is recognized as the oldest stone church on the island and remains an important center of Catholic faith and heritage. Beside the cathedral stands the Campanario de Dumaguete, a historic belfry dating to 1879 that was built upon one of the area's old watchtowers. It is considered one of the oldest surviving heritage landmarks in Dumaguete and Central Visayas. The cathedral continues to welcome parishioners and visitors with a regular daily mass schedule and mass schedule Sunday for those attending weekend worship. Its combination of religious significance and centuries-old architecture makes Dumaguete Cathedral a meaningful destination for both pilgrims and visitors exploring the city.