Lao Hukou Catholic Church Cultural Center Introduction
The Lao Hukou Catholic Church was built in 1959 under the initiative of Father Manshien, an Italian priest. The main structure is a reinforced concrete building elevated on a small hill, with vertical dividing lines on the façade that accentuate the church's sanctity and grandeur. Between the main entrance platform and the two staircases, a niche-like space was cleverly created to display a statue of the Virgin Mary, serving as the focal point of the church. As the old street declined, the church also fell into disrepair for a period. However, after various efforts, the church agreed to change the purpose of Lao Hukou Catholic Church and undertook renovations for repurposing. In addition to the main building, the priests' dormitory has also been converted into a community center, and the Lao Hukou Catholic Church is set to further integrate with the Lao Hukou area and old street.
