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BASILICA MINORE DEL SAN..

BASILICA MINORE DEL SANTO NINO.

Founded on 1521, the oldest basilica in the country,

also houses the image of the infant Jesus, patron

saint of Cebu the Sto. Nino. The oldest religious

relic in the country and Cebu’s patron, given as a

baptismal gift by Magellan to Queen Juana on

April 14, 1521. Today the image is enshrined at the

Basilica Minore del Santo Nino. Everyday, a constant

line of devotees files through to kiss the image and

offer prayers.

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MAGELL AN’S CROSS

MAGELL AN’S CROSS.

Planted in April 21, 1521 by Ferdinand Magellan,

this marks the spot where the first Christian Filipinos,

Rajah Humabon and Queen Juana and about 400 followers

were baptized by Fr. Pedro Valderama. In 1525 to 1740, the

Agustinian priests built and open shrine for the cross, but

the natives began to take chips from the cross believing

it had miraculous power.So a kiosk-like structure was built

to protect the cross from total destruction. To protect it

further, a hollow cross of tindalo wood was made to

encase the original cross which still stands today.

CASA GORORDO MUSEUM

CASA GORORDO MUSEUM.

The residence of the first Filipino bishop of Cebu. A

tour inside would be a brief journey into the Filipino

lifestyle during the period of 1860 and 1920. The place

presently features noted paintings, museum relics, a

courtyard, antique household items and furniture.**

Open from 9:00 am to 12:00nn and 1:00pm to 5:30pm,

Monday to Saturday. Admission fee is PHP 15.00 for

adults and 5.00 for children.

CEBU CAPITOL BUILDING

Cebu Capitol Building.

The seat of the Provincial government, is of pre-war

vintage and has the undulating mountains of Cebu

for its background. Majestic and imposing, its high

dome can be seen along Osmeña Boulevard.

A replica of the United States' White House.

One of the many beautiful capitol buildings in

the country, constructed in 1937 under the

administration of Governor Sotero Cabahug.

COLON STREET

Colon Street.

Located on what is known as the Parian District

in downtown area- Colon st., the oldest street in

the Philippines was built by the Spaniards during

the time of Miguel Lopez de Legaspi. Named after

Christopher Columbus, it is the heart of downtown

Cebu, a glittering area by night lined with moviehouses,

restaurants, department stores, and other business

establishments. An obelisk detailing its historical

significance was constructed on its northern end.

FORT SAN PEDRO

Fort San Pedro.

The smallest, oldest tri-bastion fort in the country.

This served as the nucleus of the first Spanish

settlement in the Philippines. It has a total inside

area of 2,025 sq. meters. The walls are 20 feet high,

8 feet thick and the towers are 30 feet high from the

ground level. Work was first started on May 8, 1565

with MIGUEL LOPEZ DE LEGASPI breaking the ground.

After the battle of Manila Bay, Commodore George Dewey

turned the fort to the local Cebuanos, then it became an

American Warwick Barracks during the American Regime

which was later converted into classrooms where the

Cebuanos received formal education. During World War II,

from 1941 to 1945, it served as fortification for Japanese

soldiers, when the battle for liberation was fought, the fort

served as an army camp . After 1950, Cebu Garden Club

took over and fixed the inner court into a miniature garden.

For a couple of years it also housed the Cebu City Zoo.

In 1978 to August 15, 1993, it housed the offices of the

Department of Tourism and the Philippine Tourism Authority.

At present, it is under the care and administration of the PTA

and now houses the National Museum that showcases the

San Diego shipwreck & Fort San Pedro diggings.

FUENTE OSMEñA

Fuente Osmeña.

An impressive circular park in the heart of Cebu City.

The park is named after Sergio Osmeña Sr, the

second president of the Philippine Commonwealth

and a native of Cebu

HERITAGE OF CEBU MONUME..

HERITAGE OF CEBU MONUMENT.

Located on the original Plaza Parian, the Heritage

of Cebu Monument showcases the significant and

symbolic events in the history of Cebu from the time of

Rajah Humabon to the recent beatification of Cebuano

martyr Pedro Calungsod. The monumental sculptural

tableau is the work of national artist Edgardo Castrillo.

Construction began on July 1997 and inaugurated

in Dec. 8, 2000

JULIAN JUMALON’S BUTT..

JULIAN JUMALON’S BUTTERFLY SANCTUARY AND ART GAL.

The country’s oldest butterfly collection and Butterfly

Sanctuary with live immature and adult stages of

local butterflies in their natural settings. It also

houses the Lepido Mosaic Art collection, so called

because it utilizes butterfly wings as its medium.

Beautiful and intricate samples of these artworks

can be seen at the PROF. JULIAN JUMALON residence.

LAPULAPU MONUMENT

LAPULAPU MONUMENT.

Site where the battle between Mactan Island Chieftain

Lapulapu and the foreign aggressor Ferdinand

Magellan occurred in April 27, 1521. It depicts the

hero holding a bolo in one hand and a pestle on

the other. Said weapons were believed to have been

used during his combat with Magellan. This monument

stands as a reminder of Filipino bravery.

MACTAN ISLAND

MACTAN ISLAND.

Located across Mandaue City - Blessed with an

abundance of natural beauty from its white sand

beaches, Mactan Island is located across Cebu City,

the gateway to the Visayas and Mindanao. Mactan

Island also serves as a jump-off point for diving sites

in surrounding islets that dot the Mactan Channel. It

has established itself as a world-class international

resort area in Central Visayas

MAGELLAN MARKER

MAGELLAN MARKER.

About 20 kms. from Cebu City- Encouraged by the

success of Christianizing the people of Cebu, Magellan

crossed the channel to Mactan Island in an effort to spread

the faith. Before he reached the shores, he was killed by

the chieftain of the island, Lapulapu and his men during

the battle for supremacy and freedom on April 27, 1521.

Efforts to retrieve the body of Magellan were futile inspite

of the offer to trade jewelries and spices for the dead body.

This marker was erected in 1866 to mark the spot where

the great explorer died.

OLANGO WILDLIFE SANCTUA..

OLANGO WILDLIFE SANCTUARY.

Located on the southernmost part of Olango Island-

Olango Island supports the largest concentration of

migratory birds found so far in the country. Migration

starts from the breeding places of birds in Siberia,

Northern China and Japan. Anticipating the scarcity

of food and winter cold, these birds fly as far as Australia

and New Zealand from late July until late November. This

is usually referred to as the Southward Migration. By late

February until May, these birds return to their breeding

grounds in the reverse Northward Migration. Based on

data gathered so far, the birds use Olango as a major

refueling station as well as a wintering ground. At Olango,

the birds can replenish their fat reserves by feeding on

rich supply of invertebrates in the intertidal mudflats.

These fat reserves must fuel the birds on the next lap

of their journey which may cover from 3,000 to

15,000 km. of nonstop flight.

RIIZAL MEMORIAL LIBRARY..

Riizal Memorial Library and Museum.

Located within Cebu City Library along Osmeña

Boulevard showcases a collection of antiques

donated by famous and rich Cebuano families.

Also on display are collection of artworks of the

Cebuano painters and artists. Its upper floor is

utilized as a performing arts hall for concert and

theatre productions by Cebu talents. On the ground

floor is the Rizal Memorial Library which keeps some

important books on Cebuano history and culture

TAOIST TEMPLE

TAOIST TEMPLE.

Located at Beverly Hills, Cebu City. This temple

preserves the teachings of Lao-Tse, the 600 B.C.

Chinese philosopher. Everyday people climb its 81

steps, an architectural landmark, where Taoist

ceremonies maybe observed on certain days,

and non – believers can have their fortune

read after lighting joss sticks.

TOPS

TOPS.

Situated 2,000 feet above sea level on the

cool hills of Busay, it is an excellent sight-seeing

spot which offers a breathtaking view of Metro

Cebu and the islands of Mactan and Olango.

Open kiosks are available for daytime picnics

and instant evening parties.

BANTAYAN

BANTAYAN.

Located in the northwestern tip of Cebu - serene

and tranquil, and boasting of fine white sand

beaches, this island is a favorite holiday hangout,

especially during the Lenten season. The historically

rich Holy Week celebrations of Bantayan Island is among

the most elaborate in the country - using life size statues

during the Holy Thursday and Good Friday processions.

Bantayanons also enjoy a rare Holy week privilege of a

Catholic Church exemption from fasting from a 200 year

old Papal Bull edict.

LILOAN LIGHTHOUSE

LILOAN LIGHTHOUSE.

Found in the municipality of Liloan, around 18 kms.

north of Cebu City. Built by the American in 1904.

KAWASAN FALLS

KAWASAN FALLS.

Located in Matutinao, Badian , one can feel

the coolness of the surrounding lush greenery

of this panoramic waterfalls. Accommodation

from cheap to moderate rates are available in

the area. Begin the day with a trip beyond the

mountains, past ricefields... to Cebu's southwestern

coastline. See a breathtaking view of the islands.

Make a short break for snacks at Dumanjug Plaza.

When your reach Badian Town, drive up to village

of Matutinao and trek uphill to admire the two

layered Kawasan Falls. Get a splash from the

gushing waters while balancing on a bamboo

raft. End with a picnic lunch and swim in cool waters.

OSLOB, SUMILON

OSLOB, SUMILON.

Off the southern town of Oslob is Sumilon Island -

nature adventure all in one. It offers a Marine Sanctuary,

a nature park, caves, boating cottages, lagoons and foot

paths around the tree park. A "parola" and "Bantayan sa Hari"

stand proud as memories of a courageous past. A virgin

beachfront of fine white sand and crystal clear waters

give the day tripper an unforgettable day in the sun.

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