Lao Hukou Catholic Church Cultural Center Introduction
The Old Hukou Catholic Church was built in 1959, constructed under the guidance of Italian Father Manciu. The main structure is a reinforced concrete building elevated on a small hill, featuring vertical dividing lines on the facade that enhance the church's sanctity and grandeur. Beneath the main entrance platform, between two stairways, a niche-like space is cleverly created to house a statue of the Virgin Mary, serving as the focal point of the church. As the old street declined, the church fell into disrepair for a time. However, after considerable effort, the church authorities agreed to repurpose the Old Hukou Catholic Church and carry out renovations for reutilization. In addition to the main building, the priest's residence has been transformed into a community center, further integrating the Old Hukou Catholic Church with the surrounding areas of Old Hukou and the old street.
