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It is the center of the Archdiocese of Cebu City. Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral was established as a diocese on August 14, 1595, and became the metropolitan archdiocese on April 28, 1934, with its first archbishop, Gabriel M. Reyes. The structure's construction was interrupted due to insufficient funds and other circumstances. The facade features a trefoil-shaped pediment decorated with floral carves.
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| Photo: Tourists entering Magellan's Cross. |
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.
Commonly known as the Minor Basilica of the Holy Child, the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño is one of the minor basilicas in Cebu City. It is one of the oldest Roman Catholic churches in the country. Its current structure is situated on the exact spot where the image of Santo Niño was found in 1565 by the Spanish explorers led by Miguel Lopez de Legazpi. The statue is the same as the statue given by Ferdinand Magellan to the wife of Rajah Humabon 44 years later as a gift during their baptism on April 14, 1521, at the exact location of Magellan's Cross today.
"The Latin City of Asia" was given to Zamboanga City because of their language called "chavacano," similar to Spanish. The city is situated on the Southern side of the Zamboanga Peninsula and on the Northern side of Basilan. Aside from their language, the city is also prominent with its "vinta," a colorful and stunning sailboat or watercraft that is usually used by the locals. Using Google Maps, had a walking tour of their top tourist spots and destinations.
The Ruins, in Talisay City, was the largest residential mansion built then. This mansion belongs to sugar baron Don Mariano “Anoy” Ledesma Lacson (1865-1948.) Built after the death of his wife Maria Braga (1911) and served as the residence of their unmarried children. But, in the early part of World War II, USAFEE and then guerrilla fighters built this mansion to prevent the Japanese forces from making this structure their headquarters. It was burning for three days, leaving no traces of its glorious past, but still, the effort of the workers paid off because its gorgeous RUINS are still standing and part of our today.
It is a mountain that is a bit challenging, but you will be rewarded with amazing views from the summit, cool weather, and a remarkable experience. Mt. Mantalingajan, or Mt. Mantalingahan Protected Landscape, is situated in Rizal, Palawan, and it is more than 4 hours' travel from Puerto Princesa City. Since Manta (another name given) is located in a secluded municipality, its beauty remains hidden from many hikers. Thus, its richness is well preserved.
Commonly known as the St. Anne Parish, Molo Church is opposite the town plaza. Molo is one of the seven districts of Iloilo City, formerly called Parian (Chinatown), because the residents here were mostly Chinese. Then, it was changed into Moro because of the frequent arrival of Muslim pirates from Mindanao, but it later evolved into this name – Wikipedia.com.
It is another example of the country's historical baroque architecture. Built in 1864, Jaro Cathedral was erected by order of Mariano Cuartero, the first bishop of Jaro. In 1948, this structure was destroyed by an earthquake and was restored in 1956 by the order of the first archbishop Jose Ma. Cuenco. The famous orator Graciano Lopez Jaena was baptized in this church. In 1976, the National Historical Institute proclaimed this church as a Historical Landmark.