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C E B U
The province of Cebu is part of the Central Visayas region.Its capital city, also Cebu, is the Philippines' next important city next to Manila, and serves as the major gateway to the Visayas mainland and is the main hub connecting the islands by sea and air. It is also the transport and transshipment hub for Visayas and Mindanao. Cebu today is fast-growing as an important business as well as a leisure destination.
HOW TO GET THERE :
AIR Cebu Pacific, Air Philippines, Philippine Airlines
SEA WG&A Superferry
WHERE TO STAY :
WHAT TO SEE :
Carbon Market (Cebu City)
A big and colorful market, crammed with stalls of fruits, vegetables, meat, fish, and handicrafts.
Taoist Temple(Cebu City)
Offers a commanding view of the city. It is situated on Beverly Hills, the millionaires' quarter of Cebu City.
Tops(Cebu City)
A lavishly built viewpoint on Busay Hill, which provides the best panoramic view of Cebu City, with Mactan Island and Bohol in the background.
Cebu Heavenly Temple of Charity(Cebu City)
An attractive and colorful temple built on a hill. It has a natural spring flowing underneath the building.
Mactan Island(Around Cebu)
Has a row of beautiful beaches and exclusive beach hotels and resorts. You will also find here the Lapu-Lapu Monument on the beach at Puerto Engaņo, Marigondon Beach, the guitar factories at Maribago, and Olango Island, a bird sanctuary.
Tabunok Market(Talisay/South Coast)
Offers some interesting sights.
Naga Church(South Coast)
Has an attractive exterior.
Panagsama Beach(South Coast)
A destination for low-budget travelers and divers; has a fabulous coral reef.
Kawasan Falls(South Coast)
A 12-meter waterfall, said to be the best in Cebu. Its natural pools are ideal for swimming. It is also a good starting point for mountain treks.
Magellan's Cross (Cebu City)
This cross, erected by Ferdinand Magellan, marked the beginning of Christianity, after the first Catholic Mass was celebrated here on April 14, 1521.
Basilica Minore Del Santo Niņo (Cebu City)
The only Catholic Basilica in East Asia that houses the image of Santo Niņo, believed to have been left by Ferdinand Magellan.
Casa Gordo Museum (Cebu City)
Houses historic and cultural relics of old Cebu, a collection of photos, and contemporary art and paintings.
University of San Carlos Museum (Cebu City)
Houses a well-labeled collection of religious carvings, ethnic artifacts, preserved botanical and geological specimens, and archaeological finds.
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MAJOR EVENTS :
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Sinulog Festival (Cebu City) - third week of January
Cebu's biggest and most popular festival, celebrated in honor of the Holy Image of Sto. Niņo de Cebu. The event is highlighted by a grand solemn procession and a Mardi Gras parade.
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Kadaugan sa Mactan (Mactan Island) - April 27
A commemoration of the historic battle of Mactan between Ferdinand Magellan and Mactan chieftain Lapu-Lapu.
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Cebu City Charter Day (Cebu City) - February 24
A celebration of Cebu City's charter day, highlighted by activities such as parades and cultural presentations attended by Cebu officials and guests.
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Cassava Festival (Camotes Island) - April (moveable)
A festival depicting the different uses of the cassava and the economic opportunities it offers. Activities include a cooking contest, poster-making contest, a Best Booth contest, and a contest for the biggest cassava.
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Banig Festival (Badian) - July (moveable)
A celebration of Badian's annual fiesta, showcasing the Cebuano and Badianganon culture, tradition, delicacies and local products, especially its famous mats (banig).
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Cordova Dinagat Festival (Cordova) - August (moveable)
A festival characterized by street dancing and an interpretative-dance competition based on the fishing rituals and culture of the Cordovanhons.
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WHERE TO STAY IN : Cebu
PLANE SCHEDULE TO : Cebu
SEA SCHEDULE TO : Cebu
© 2001 Department of Tourism Philippines
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