Cebu Province

Cebu is one of the most developed provinces in the Philippines, with Cebu City one of the oldest cities of
the Philippines as its capital. Cebu Province has narrow coastlines, and it is known as one of the best
island destinations in the Indian Ocean-Asia region (source: United Kingdom Cond Nast Traveler
Magazine).

Cebu City
Cebu City is also known as the Queen of the South. It is one of the most populated cities of the country
(approximately 800,000 citizens). Cebu City is part of Cebu Metro, together with 9 other cities.

Tourist Tips Top 10

1. Fort San Pedro
Originally, Fort San Pedro was a military defence structure under the command of the Spanish
conquistador. Present, the well-preserved buildings are a great place to learn about the history of the
Philippines.

2. Taoist Temple
The Taoist Temple center of worship for the Taoism religion was built in 1972 by a Chinese community
of Cebu. It is located about 300 meters above sea-level and contains multiple towers. It is a popular place
for grade school students. The temple contains a chapel, a library, a souvenir shop and a wishing well.
From the large balconies you will get a scenic view of downtown Cebu.

3. Santo Nino Basilica

The Basilica is a place of prayer and pilgrimage of hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. The
history of the Augustinian Order in the Philippines is intimately connected with the history of the country.
The Augustinians were the first missionaries ever to reach the Philippine shores.

4. Mountain View Natures Park

Mountain View Nature Park (Sitio Garahe, Busay) is another place worth seeing. Overlooking the city, it is
situated near the cool flower gardens of Busay. This park comes with a mini-zoo, accommodations, and
canteen.

5. Sky Adventure at Crown Regency Cebu

Your adventure is waiting! Be swept away by pure pleasure of an exciting escape at the tallest hotel tower
in the Philippines, the Crown Regency Hotel and Towers. It boasts the ultimate escapade that visitors from
all over the world can revel in -- the different level of excitement in the Sky Experience Adventure.

6. Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary

Jumalon Museum, Butterfly Sanctuary and Art Gallery is a private museum, art gallery and nature reserve
run by the Jumalon Foundation. It is located in Macopa St. Basak, Pardo, Cebu City, Philippines.

7. Magellan's Cross
Magellan's Cross is a Christian cross planted by Portuguese, and Spanish explorers as ordered by

Ferdinand Magellan upon arriving in Cebu in the Philippines on April 8, 1521. This cross is housed in a
chapel next to the Basilica Minore del Santo Nio on Magallanes Street, just in front of the city hall of
Cebu City.

8. Yap Sandiego Ancestral House

The Yap Sandiego Ancestral House is considered to be one of the oldest residential houses in the
Philippines. It was built sometime between 1675 and 1700. It was originally owned by a Chinese merchant
named Don Juan Yap and his wife, Doa Maria Florido. Just a few years ago (2008), the old ancestral
home was turned over to Doa Marias great great grandson, Val Sandiego. Val himself is known in Cebu
at present times as an art collector, renowned choreographer and heritage icon.

9. Underwater adventure / Diving

Underwater adventure in Cebu is fabulous. Extensive reef systems, dense, colourful marine life and warm
tropical water beckon divers from all over the world to Cebu. Just in front of the beach youll find an
excellent and healthy coral reef. Cebu has many diving schools where you can have your first diving
experience.

10. Colon Street

Colon Street is considered as the first and oldest street in the Philippines. It is located in downtown area of
Cebu City, Cebu and has been the witness of so many events that happened during the Spanish
settlement. It was named after Cristopher Columbus.