Lao Hukou Catholic Church Cultural Center Introduction
The Old Hukou Catholic Church was built in 1959 by the Italian priest Father Mancini. The main structure is a reinforced concrete building, elevated on a small hill. The façade features vertical dividing lines, enhancing the church's sanctity and grandeur. Between the two staircases leading up to the main entrance platform, there is a niche-like space that ingeniously holds a statue of the Virgin Mary, which serves as the focal point of the church. As the old street declined, the church also fell into disrepair for a period. After various efforts, the church agreed to change the function of the Old Hukou Catholic Church and rehabilitate it for reuse. In addition to the main building, the priest's residence has been transformed into a community center, and the Old Hukou Catholic Church is expected to become more integrated with the surrounding areas of Old Hukou and the old street.
