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Rama Avenue,Guadalupe,Cebu City

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CITY TOUR ITINERARY

Day Date Time Activity
7:15 am Pick up time
7:25 am Departure time
8:00 am-8:50am Magellan’s Cross
9:00-9:50 am Sto. Niño Church
10:05-11:00 am Fort San Pedro
September 11:20-12:00 nn Museo Sugbo
1 12, 2018 12:20-1:20 pm
1:50-2:40 pm
Lunch- Ayala (Café Laguna)
Taoist Temple
3:25-4:10 pm Temple of Leah
4:30-5:30 pm Sirao Graden
5:30-6:00 pm Travelling to Top of Cebu
6:00-7:10 pm Dinner at Top of Cebu Restaurant
7:15:8:25 pm Arrival at UC Hotel
Introduction
May I have your attention please? Good morning everyone I am Princess your tour
guide for today and this is our bus driver Coach Kenny. I would like to welcome all of you
to Cebu City. It will take us 50 minutes to reach the hotel which is UC Hotel .Before we
leave, may I ask If all of your luggages are already in the bus. Please remain seated until
we reach UC Hotel. Tomorrow at 7:15 am we will start the tour to our destinations.
Please make sure to take your breakfast before the time we leave and we shall meet at
the lobby. Tomorrow we will be experiencing hot weather so please make sure to bring
water and wear your comfortable clothes.
1st Destination
Magellan’s Cross

Commentary:
We are here now to our 1st destination which is Magellan’s Cross. Magellan’s
Cross is believed to be planted by the Portuguese and Spanish explorers headed
by Ferdinand Magellan. It was planted upon their arrival in Cebu on March 15,
1521 that was marked the birth of Christianity in the land. Old people believed
that the cross has a miraculous healing powers. Because of that the government
officials made another wooden cross. Rumors say though that the original cross
was destroyed or disappeared after the death of Magellan.
2nd Destination
Basilica Minore Del Sto. Niño Church

Commentary:
This is Basilica Minore Del Sto. Niño Church. As Magellan's expedition headed for Cebu
and found the island very hospitable. He made Cebu the base of his exploration,
Christianization and conquests. On April 14, 1521 as Ferdinand Magellan presented
three gifts which is a cross, an image of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Santo Niño as a part
of their baptism. During the last World War, a bomb fell inside the Church but the Image
was recovered unscathed. It was one of the numerous miracles and powers attributed
to the Holy Image. According to the local legend, the survival of the statue was seen as a
sign of miracle by the colonizers and ever since it has been believed to have miraculous
powers. In 1965 the historic Santo Nino Church was renovated for the observance of the
Fourth Centenary of the Christianization of the Philippines held in Cebu City.

3rd Destination
Fort San Pedro

Commentary:
We are now at the Fort San Pedro (or the Fuerte de San Pedro in Spanish) is a military
defense structure in Cebu. It was built by the Spaniards under the command of Miguel
Lopez de Legazpi. The original fort built right after the arrival of Legaspi and his
expedition was made of wood. It was then replaced in the 17th century with a stone fort
to repel Muslim raiders. At the end of the 19th century during the Philippine Revolution,
the fort was attacked and taken by the Filipino Revolutionaries who used it as a
stronghold. It is triangular in shape. It has two sides facing the sea and the third side is
facing the land. The sides facing the sea were safeguarded with cannon and the front
with a strong fence made with wood. Its three bastions are named La Concepcion
(southwest), Ignacio de Loyola (southeast), and San Miguel (northeast). It has a fourteen
cannons were settled in their locations.
4th Destination
Museo Sugbo

Commentary:
This is the Museo Sugbo is located in the former Cebu Provincial Detention and
Rehabilitation Center (CPDRC). It was once called “Carcel de Cebu”, the provincial jail of
Cebu. In December 2004, the CPDRC was transferred to a bigger and more modern area.
The carcel was then converted into a warehouse of Cebuano Heritage making it the
Museo Sugbo. It is now the Cebu Provincial Museum. It was designed by Domingo de
Escondrillas in 1869 (he used to be the only architect in Cebu that time). It was originally
proposed to be the main prison for the Visayan District because of its somewhat
considerable size when it was constructed. The construction started in 1871. It was
believed that the coral blocks from the demolished Parian Church were used to build
parts of the gaol. In its 135 years of history, the gaol did not just accommodate criminals
but also the Katipuneros during the revolution. During the early American period, the
carcel served as a stable for horses used for competition at the Hipodromo racetrack.
But it was eventually used again as prison for the city and province as well. Guerillas
were also imprisoned here during the Japanese regime after being tortured by the
Japanese secret police.
5th Destination
Ayala Center- Lunch (Banana Leaf)

Commentary:
We are here at Ayala Center to try one of their best restaurant which is Banana Leaf.
Banana Leaf is established since 2001. It is a multi-awarded international restaurant that
pioneered the introduction of Southeast Asian cuisine to Filipino diners since 2001
through the authentic delights of modern Malaysian, Singaporean, Thai, Indian,
Vietnamese and Indonesian foods. I hope you enjoy the foods that has been served.
6th Destination
Taoist Temple

Commentary:
It was built in 1972 by the Cebu’s substantial Chinese community. This temple is
composed of two different temples: one is the Phu Sian Temple, built by another
Chinese community, which is not open to the public; another is the main temple which
is 270 meters above sea level. The latter is the only temple open to worshippers and
non-worshippers. The entrance of this temple is a replica of the Great Wall of China. The
temple includes a chapel, library, souvenir shop, and a wishing well. It also has a
spacious balcony that has an access to the scenic of the city. It is the center of worship
for Taoism, the religion which follows the teachings of the ancient Chinese philosopher,
Lao Zi. In the temple, devotees perform rituals. One ritual is where one prays to the
gods to grant one’s wish. This kind of ritual includes washing hands, going inside the
chapel barefoot and dropping two blocks of wood.

7th Destination
Temple of Leah

Commentary:
We are here in Temple of Leah which is located in Barangay Busay in Cebu City.
The temple was constructed in the year 2012. It was built as a symbol of undying
love and never ending devotion of Teodorico Adarna to his wife Leah Villa
Albino-Adarna. The Roman inspired edifice showcases not only a labyrinthine
and sophisticated architecture but also an astounding view of the whole city.
There is also an art gallery and museum that features books and other valuable
collectibles. Who is Leah? She is a Beloved Wife and a Mother, Leah V. Albino-Adarna
was chosen Matron Queen of her Alma Mater, the University of Southern Philippines.
This nine-foot bronze statue portrays her composure and regal bearing when she was
crowned. May the beholder discern her innate beauty, poise and genteelness. This
temple serve as a symbol of a great love of a husband to his wife.
8th Destination
Sirao Garden

Commentary:
We are here now at Sirao Garden or the Mini Amsterdam. It was called mini Amsterdam
because of its fascinating rows of colorful flowers line up in large and spacious fields like
the Amsterdam. Variety of flowers like hyacinths, daffodils, and the most famous tulips
give an astonishing picture that is very attractive to tourists especially to those who love
nature. It is the famous “Sirao Flower Farm” located in a mountain barangay just few
minutes from JY, Lahug, Cebu City. It all started when a couple planted flowering plants
to be harvested and sold on All Soul’s Day. They then noticed that their garden is
attracting visitors so they decided not to cut them at all. The incursion of tourists
encouraged them to plant more. The more plants and flowers in the garden meant
more visitors too. Aside from Celosias, other variety of flowers are grown in the farm.
Flowers like sunflower, chrysanthemum, daisy and aster are among the flowers that are
planted there. These flowers provide a perfect edge for you to take picture.

9th Destination
Top of Cebu

Commentary:
This is our final destination which is the Top of Cebu Restaurant. The serve the best food in
their restaurant for you to experience. Daytime or nighttime, Top of Cebu can still give you an
unforgettable dining experience. It will depend on your preference, though. During the day,
you will get a crystal clear panoramic view of the city while enjoying the foggy weather at the
top. I’m definitely sure you enjoy the place and its food.
Thank You and Good-bye

As your tour guide I am so thankful for all of you for being attentive
on what I say. In every destination we’ve went to I saw how you enjoy
it’s place and I’m so glad to know all of you had fun on this tour.
Hopefully to see you on a tour again and on behalf of Sight the
Paradise Travel & Tours agency we wish you a pleasant vacation on
our tour.