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The Heritage of Cebu Monument is a massive sculpture located in the historic Parian district of Cebu City. It showcases key events and figures from Cebu’s history in one stunning visual masterpiece, making it a must-visit landmark for culture and history lovers.
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Magellan’s Cross is a historical landmark and the most visited tourist spot in Cebu City. It is a Christian Cross made of wood erected by Ferdinand Magellan (a Portuguese explorer) during his exploration in Cebu, Philippines, on April 21, 1521. This Cross can be found inside an octagonal chapel in front of Cebu City Hall and beside Basilica Minore del Santo Niño. This is one of the most prominent tourist spots in Cebu. But, the current Cross is a tindalo wood where the splinters of the original Cross were encased. The wood of the original Cross deteriorated because the people were chipping some parts and making it as a souvenir in the belief that it was miraculous.
The Fort Santiago was my first destination as part of Celebrating the World Tourism Day 2017 in Intramuros. Walking beside this gigantic wall is remarkable as it embodies the significance of the past to the present. Just by reading the writings placed by the management in different corners, you can foresee what has transpired inside this wall centuries ago. Also, we can distinguish who the prominent people imprisoned and tortured here, like Jose Rizal. The photos below will give you more excitement.
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Colon Street, located in downtown Cebu City, is recognized as the oldest street in the Philippines. It was established during the Spanish colonial period and remains a bustling commercial center filled with local vendors, old movie houses, and historical landmarks.
Cebu City is the capital city of the Province of Cebu. It is one of the largest islands in the Philippine Archipelago. It is considered the "Queen City of the South" because of its economic stability and other factors. Of course, in Philippine history, the province has a gigantic contribution in terms of religion. And with that, my curiosity was activated. This was my first flight and solo backpacking, so everything was remarkable.
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Fort San Pedro is a military defense structure in Cebu City built by the Spanish under Miguel López de Legazpi in 1738. Considered the oldest and smallest Spanish fort in the Philippines, it is now a museum and historical park showcasing Cebu’s colonial past.
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Rajah Humabon, also known as Hamabar, was the ruler of Cebu when Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan arrived in the Philippines in 1521. He was one of the most powerful native leaders in the Visayas, known for his influence in politics and trade, especially with other regions like Borneo and Siam. As a descendant of the Sri Lumay dynasty, he ruled over a prosperous settlement in the heart of Cebu Island.
Magellan's Cross is a historical landmark and the most visited tourist spot in Cebu City. It is a Christian Cross made of wood erected by Ferdinand Magellan (a Portuguese explorer) during his exploration in Cebu, Philippines, on April 21, 1521. This Cross can be found inside an octagonal chapel in front of Cebu City Hall and beside Basilica Minore del Santo Niño. This is one of the most prominent tourist spots in Cebu. But, the current Cross is a tindalo wood where the splinters of the original Cross were encased. The wood of the original Cross deteriorated because the people were chipping some parts and making it as a souvenir in the belief that it was miraculous.