Manila Cathedral
It is the first cathedral built in the Philippines by the Spaniards.
The Manila Cathedral in Intramuros, Manila, for example, was destroyed and rebuilt numerous time since it was consecrated in 1581. It was destroyed or seriously damaged by earthquakes four times in its history (1600, 1645, 1863, 1880). The latest iteration is the 8th on the site, built in 1958 after it was reduced to rubble in the bombing of Manila during World War II.
Monsignor Pedro Pelaez, who is also known as the Champion of the Filipino Clergy, died in one of the earthquakes at the Manila Cathedral (1863)
In the early 19th century, Pelaez fought for the secularization of Filipino priests and is considered the "Godfather of the Philippine Revolution." His cause towards beatification is underway, leaving him the current title as "Servant of God."
Pelaez was ordained in 1833 and serve in the Manila Cathedral.