 Cebu
City is the oldest city in the Philippines. Founded in 1565.
Ferdinand Magellan visited
Cebu in 1521 and planted a large cross (now known as Magellan's
Cross) which is now the oldest historic relic from the Spanish
era. A visit to the shrines and monuments, churches, colonial
houses in the city and throughout the province will give you
a sense of Cebu’s historic past.
Cebu is in the Central
Visayas, about 587 kilometers (367 miles) south of Manila.
It is a progressive province with an aggressive approach to
tourism. Holiday-makers from all over the world like Hongkong,
Japan, Taiwan, United States and Europe visit Cebu for sun
and sea as well as golf, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing,
water skiing, windsurfing and island hopping. Cebu has first
class hotels and beach resorts, restaurants, lively nightlife
and quality handicrafts.
Often called the "Queen City of the South" and the
seat of Christianity in the Philippines, Cebu is the Country's
oldest city. Exploring Cebu City, on encounters a rich historical
past, which the Cebuanos are extremely proud of. It is a legacy,
which endured thru thecenturies from the time of the great explorer
Ferdinand Magellan, first planted the cross on Cebu's shore.
 Today,
Cebu City has become the country's favorite tourist destination
with its historical sights, white sand beaches, excellent
scuba diving spots, exotic dining, exciting nightlife and
warm hospitality. It is the center of trade, arts, education
and business in the southern part of the Philippines.
The bustling metropolis
has evolved into one of the region's economic hubs, attracting
both local and foreign investors to its inherent opportunities.
 Home
to export-oriented industries like furniture, decors, electronics,
machineries, and food among others. Only an hour's flight
from Manila, the capital, there are also direct flights from
Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Singapore and Malaysia. It is also
a jump-off point for visitors traveling to other islands in
the Visayas and Mindanao.
Simply put, Cebu is
a perfect tourist hideaway where one can experience the sights
and sounds of a rich and colorful island paradise in the pacific.
Cebu's Famous Sinulog Festival |
Port San Pedro |
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Taoist Temple |
Cebu's Delicious Sea Foods |
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