Part of our walks took us to Fort Pilar and the Shrine of Our Lady of the Pillar. The shrine is originally located within the walls of the Fort, which served as a refuge for citizens when the city was under attack during various times in history. It is near the Paseo so can easily be integrated in our morning walks.

The Shrine of Our Lady of the Pillar is open/outdoors and there’s a daily early morning Mass

Instead of candle stands for prayer intentions, there is this trench set-up where you can put your candles and pray nearby.

The main altar of the shrine apparently faces the sunrise

Bells at the shrine

Pigeons just outside the shrine and near the souvenir shops just across from Fort Pilar

Entrance to Fort Pilar, which is administered by the National Museum of the Philippines

Plaque describing the fort and its history

More posts on walking in Zamboanga soon!

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