Intramuros in Manila in Metropolitan Manila First District, Metro Manila, Philippines — Southeast Asia
Manila Cathedral-Basilica Carillon Bells
February 15, 2026
1. Manila Cathedral-Basilica Carillon Bells Marker
The Carillon Bells, located at the Belfry on the topmost portion of the Manila Cathedral-Basilica Bell Tower, are musically tuned bells that play the melodies of Church hymns and popular songs. They were casted by the Royal Bell Foundry Eijsbouts.
The first set with 9 bells only, was installed on December 18, 2010 while the completing set with 23 bells was on November 27, 2014 by Carillon Technology (S) PTE LTD. They replaced the Seven Big Bells which had been in use since the reconstruction of the Post-War Manila Cathedral in 1958. This was done as a safety measure to relieve the Bell Tower of more than 17 tons weight.
The Carillon Bells, a project of the Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica Foundation, Inc., were made possible through the generosity of Alberto and Sylvia Lina and their children.
The Carillon Bells were blessed and inaugurated
by His Eminence
Luis Antonio G. Cardinal Tagle
Archbishop of Manila
on December 11, 2014
Manila Cathedral as a Basilica.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Religion & Religious Structures.
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Location. 14° 35.511′ N, 120° 58.414′ E. Marker is in Manila, Metro Manila, in Metropolitan Manila First District. It is in Intramuros. It can be reached from 132 Beaterio Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 132 Beaterio Street, Manila, Metro Manila 1002, Philippines. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Asia, specifically in Southeast Asia, in the Malay Archipelago, in the Pacific Ocean, in North Pacific, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a Spanish colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Jaime L. Cardinal Sin Ground Belfry (here, next to this marker); In Grateful Acknowledgment of the Generous Donation by the People of the United States of America (a few steps from this marker); In Recognition of the Generous Donation by the Japanese People (a few steps from this marker); In Gratitude for the Generous Financial Support by the People of Spain (a
February 15, 2026
2. Manila Cathedral-Basilica Carillon Bells Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on February 17, 2026. This page has been viewed 71 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 17, 2026. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
