St. John the Baptist Church was created in 1830 and finished in 1883. It is situated in the town proper. It was built on the site of the first cross planted in Catanduanes to mark the grave of an Augustinian friar, Diego de Herrerra. Herrerra died there in 1576.
St. John the Baptist Church is a very simple, Classical structure. The main portall is topped by a clean semicircular arch gramed by pilasters. The wall is leveled to the side to deviate from absolute flatness. A cornice divides the the church into two levels. The bell tower serves as the church's entire second level which is crowned with a dome. The whole church is topped with a large white cross. The absence of a pediment is noticable.
Bato Church retained its exteriors made of mortar and coral lime stones despite the test of time. It’s one of the dominant structures in the island with thick and massive walls. The interiors are a bit of contrast however as there were alterations done on the ceiling as well as the altar.
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