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MAGNIFICENT BEAUTY of CEBU
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* Yap Sandiego Ancestral House
The Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House in Parian District of Cebu City is one of the oldest existing structural residential houses in the Philippines. It was constructed out of coral stones and woods, by a family of Chinese merchants sometime in the late 17th century. History tells that Parian was a busy barangay and the community houses were commonly designed with a second storey. To date, this “Balay nga Bato ug Kahoy” (house of wood and stones) stands still despite wrecks and fate of time at the corner of Mabini and Lopez-Jaena streets in Cebu City.
* Cebu Taoist Temple
The temple is the center of worship for Taoism, the religion which follows the teachings of the ancient Chinese philosopher, Lao Zi. Another ritual among Taoist devotees, which is done during Wednesdays and Sundays,
is the climbing of its 81 steps (representing the 81 chapters of Taoism
scriptures) to light joss sticks and have their fortune read by the monks. Some guide books and travel agencies offer trips to the temple or as a side-trip in a tour around Cebu City. But it is more popular with grade school students. No student who grew up in Cebu City or the neighboring Mandaue City has not gone to the temple in any one of their field trips. The entrance to the temple is a replica of the Great Wall of China. The temple includes a chapel, a library, a souvenir shop and a wishing well. The spacious balconies offer a scenic view of the downtown Cebu.
* Fort San Pedro
Fuerza San Pedro, the fort is described as built of stone mortar with a terraplein where guns are mounted. The fort contains the necessary buildings. The largest of these buildings was the "Cuerpo de Guardia" where the personnel that manned the fort lived. Adjacent to it was the "Vivende del Teniente" which was the living quarters of the lieutenant of the Fort. In between the aforementioned buildings is a well. At one corner attached to the walls of the bastion San Miguel (NE) was the
"Alamazaros del Rivera" (powder magazine where the fort's supply or arms and gunpowder from Manila were stored).
* Cebu Zoo
Even if there are a lot of bad comments about the Zoo, it didn't stop me from going there on my own. I can only count on my fingers the number of visitors today. I was impressed on other animals and at the same time curious of what they are doing. The city government and private donors are supporting the Zoo. We can also help them by visiting the Zoo and make it known to other people. This zoo is in desperate need of an upgrade. Money either private or public is needed to get this zoo on the road to health. You may find touring this site inappropriate for the kids.
* Cebu Botanical Garden
If you are a garden enthusiast or plant hobbyist, then this is the place for you. Various collections of plants and flowers are displayed in the garden.The man-made tourist attraction hosts a wide variety of flora, which have been categorized and documented for scientific purposes. This is because aside from being a tourist destination, the garden also plays an important role in the conservation of these species and is vital in educating the public.This prominent garden is open to the public and is located at Camp Marina, Capitol Hills, Cebu City. It is accessible by public transportation such as jeepney and taxicab. The park is about 20 to 30 minutes from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport in Mactan Island.
* Magellan's Cross
This cross is housed in a chapel next to the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño on Magallanes Street (Magallanes being the Spanish name of Magellan), just in front of the city center of Cebu City. A sign below the cross describes the original cross is encased inside the wooden cross that is found in the center of the chapel. This is to protect the original cross from people who chipped away parts of the cross for souvenir purposes or in the belief that the cross possesses miraculous powers.
Some people, however, believe that the original cross had been
destroyed or had disappeared after Magellan's death, and the cross is a replica that was planted there by the Spaniards after they successfully colonized the Philippines.
* Cebu Mactan Bridge
This bridge is connects the main island of Cebu to the Island of Mactan. Built with the help of the Japanese government,this bridge was opened for operation in August 1999. This has now become a very great help to travelers from Cebu City to Mactan and vice versa. It also caused a faster transaction of business to both islands.
* Cathedral Museum Of Cebu
In the museum there is a chapel, which has become an exhibition area for "the Carmen collection" (from the parish of Carmen, Cebu) which consists of a tabernacle, gradas and altar panels made of wood encased in etched silver. The memorial chapel is also frequently used for special exhibitions,Up a wide staircase to the upper floors are several galleries. The first is a gallery of photographs and illustrations depicting the growth of the Catholic faith in the island. The second gallery contains the memorabilia of Cardinal Ricardo Vidal, who, when first assigned in Cebu, was a resident of this convento as the parish priest of the cathedral. Among his memorabilia are prayer books, notebooks and a sample ballot used in the election of a pope, as well as a cardinal’s ring given to him by his predecessor, Cardinal Julio Rosales, and the vestments he used during his Episcopal ordinatio, his elevation to the cardinalate.
* Cebu Heritage Monument
The Heritage of Cebu Monument is located at the original Plaza Parian in Cebu City. According Resil Mojares, a historian scholar, Parian got its name from the word “pari-pari” that means “to barter or trade.” In the early
days, wealthy Chinese merchants lived and heald lavish events at Parian.
* Cebu SRP Boardwalk
With the development of the South Road Properties – Cebu’s future ‘it’ address – in full swing, there is no doubt that Cebu is also changing at a very rapid rate. All over the metro, high-rises are being erected, old buildings are being demolished to make way for new ones, and roads are being widened to accommodate more traffic.I therefore think that it
is important to document this significant period in Cebu’s history. Years from now, when things are in place and the Cebuanos are enjoying the fruits of hardwork, community, and passion, we shall look back and see how every single Cebuano has helped change Cebu’s Landscape.
* Casa Gorordo Museum
Believing that a confident community begins with a strong sense of identity, RAFI helps communities understand, value, and share their culture and heritage with others.RAFI maintains and opens to the public the 19th century residence of first Cebuano Bishop Juan Garces Gorordo, now known as the Casa Gorordo Museum. This Cebuano lifestyle museum was recognized as a national historical landmark by the National Historical Institute in 1991. It showcases 19th and 20th century Philippine lifestyle and architecture of
the period. Visit us as we explore Casa Gorordo Museum’s historical and heritage collection and join us as we continue to promote understanding of Cebuano culture and concern for heritage conservation.
The Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House in Parian District of Cebu City is one of the oldest existing structural residential houses in the Philippines. It was constructed out of coral stones and woods, by a family of Chinese merchants sometime in the late 17th century. History tells that Parian was a busy barangay and the community houses were commonly designed with a second storey. To date, this “Balay nga Bato ug Kahoy” (house of wood and stones) stands still despite wrecks and fate of time at the corner of Mabini and Lopez-Jaena streets in Cebu City.
* Cebu Taoist Temple
The temple is the center of worship for Taoism, the religion which follows the teachings of the ancient Chinese philosopher, Lao Zi. Another ritual among Taoist devotees, which is done during Wednesdays and Sundays,
is the climbing of its 81 steps (representing the 81 chapters of Taoism
scriptures) to light joss sticks and have their fortune read by the monks. Some guide books and travel agencies offer trips to the temple or as a side-trip in a tour around Cebu City. But it is more popular with grade school students. No student who grew up in Cebu City or the neighboring Mandaue City has not gone to the temple in any one of their field trips. The entrance to the temple is a replica of the Great Wall of China. The temple includes a chapel, a library, a souvenir shop and a wishing well. The spacious balconies offer a scenic view of the downtown Cebu.
* Fort San Pedro
Fuerza San Pedro, the fort is described as built of stone mortar with a terraplein where guns are mounted. The fort contains the necessary buildings. The largest of these buildings was the "Cuerpo de Guardia" where the personnel that manned the fort lived. Adjacent to it was the "Vivende del Teniente" which was the living quarters of the lieutenant of the Fort. In between the aforementioned buildings is a well. At one corner attached to the walls of the bastion San Miguel (NE) was the
"Alamazaros del Rivera" (powder magazine where the fort's supply or arms and gunpowder from Manila were stored).
* Cebu Zoo
Even if there are a lot of bad comments about the Zoo, it didn't stop me from going there on my own. I can only count on my fingers the number of visitors today. I was impressed on other animals and at the same time curious of what they are doing. The city government and private donors are supporting the Zoo. We can also help them by visiting the Zoo and make it known to other people. This zoo is in desperate need of an upgrade. Money either private or public is needed to get this zoo on the road to health. You may find touring this site inappropriate for the kids.
* Cebu Botanical Garden
If you are a garden enthusiast or plant hobbyist, then this is the place for you. Various collections of plants and flowers are displayed in the garden.The man-made tourist attraction hosts a wide variety of flora, which have been categorized and documented for scientific purposes. This is because aside from being a tourist destination, the garden also plays an important role in the conservation of these species and is vital in educating the public.This prominent garden is open to the public and is located at Camp Marina, Capitol Hills, Cebu City. It is accessible by public transportation such as jeepney and taxicab. The park is about 20 to 30 minutes from the Mactan-Cebu International Airport in Mactan Island.
* Magellan's Cross
This cross is housed in a chapel next to the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño on Magallanes Street (Magallanes being the Spanish name of Magellan), just in front of the city center of Cebu City. A sign below the cross describes the original cross is encased inside the wooden cross that is found in the center of the chapel. This is to protect the original cross from people who chipped away parts of the cross for souvenir purposes or in the belief that the cross possesses miraculous powers.
Some people, however, believe that the original cross had been
destroyed or had disappeared after Magellan's death, and the cross is a replica that was planted there by the Spaniards after they successfully colonized the Philippines.
* Cebu Mactan Bridge
This bridge is connects the main island of Cebu to the Island of Mactan. Built with the help of the Japanese government,this bridge was opened for operation in August 1999. This has now become a very great help to travelers from Cebu City to Mactan and vice versa. It also caused a faster transaction of business to both islands.
* Cathedral Museum Of Cebu
In the museum there is a chapel, which has become an exhibition area for "the Carmen collection" (from the parish of Carmen, Cebu) which consists of a tabernacle, gradas and altar panels made of wood encased in etched silver. The memorial chapel is also frequently used for special exhibitions,Up a wide staircase to the upper floors are several galleries. The first is a gallery of photographs and illustrations depicting the growth of the Catholic faith in the island. The second gallery contains the memorabilia of Cardinal Ricardo Vidal, who, when first assigned in Cebu, was a resident of this convento as the parish priest of the cathedral. Among his memorabilia are prayer books, notebooks and a sample ballot used in the election of a pope, as well as a cardinal’s ring given to him by his predecessor, Cardinal Julio Rosales, and the vestments he used during his Episcopal ordinatio, his elevation to the cardinalate.
* Cebu Heritage Monument
The Heritage of Cebu Monument is located at the original Plaza Parian in Cebu City. According Resil Mojares, a historian scholar, Parian got its name from the word “pari-pari” that means “to barter or trade.” In the early
days, wealthy Chinese merchants lived and heald lavish events at Parian.
* Cebu SRP Boardwalk
With the development of the South Road Properties – Cebu’s future ‘it’ address – in full swing, there is no doubt that Cebu is also changing at a very rapid rate. All over the metro, high-rises are being erected, old buildings are being demolished to make way for new ones, and roads are being widened to accommodate more traffic.I therefore think that it
is important to document this significant period in Cebu’s history. Years from now, when things are in place and the Cebuanos are enjoying the fruits of hardwork, community, and passion, we shall look back and see how every single Cebuano has helped change Cebu’s Landscape.
* Casa Gorordo Museum
Believing that a confident community begins with a strong sense of identity, RAFI helps communities understand, value, and share their culture and heritage with others.RAFI maintains and opens to the public the 19th century residence of first Cebuano Bishop Juan Garces Gorordo, now known as the Casa Gorordo Museum. This Cebuano lifestyle museum was recognized as a national historical landmark by the National Historical Institute in 1991. It showcases 19th and 20th century Philippine lifestyle and architecture of
the period. Visit us as we explore Casa Gorordo Museum’s historical and heritage collection and join us as we continue to promote understanding of Cebuano culture and concern for heritage conservation.
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