Cordova Reef Village

Heritage of Cebu Monument

by ahoerner

This multi-sided monument exhalts the history of Cebu and of Philippines and its main hero, Rizal.

Its location is also nothing special... you will hit it just after the Colon Street Obelisk, although it is described as a tourist attraction on the city maps.

Carcar Town

by limledi

Carcar, formerly called Sialo or Siaro is a gem of a town, having preserved some striking examples of colonial architecture both Spanish and American. Carcar was one terminus of the coal fed train that linked Cebu with this prosperous town. Carcar was originally located at Barrio Valladolid but because of frequent slave raids was moved to its present site, the church being built on a hill for greater security. On 23 May 1559, the convent of Carcar, under the advocacy of the Visitation of the Virgin, was established. Although the Augustinian council authorized the provincial to appoint a resident priest, the authorization was reaffirmed in 1601 and 1607 when Fr. Juan de Ricobayo was appointed to the position. Apparently Carcar remained a visita of the Santo Niño convent in Cebu. In 1611, Carcar was placed under San Nicolas and in 1617 became independent from it. From 1620 onwards, the ancient name Sialo or Siaro was not longer used in documents but instead Cabcar and Carcar. Carcar had an extensive territory reaching up to Tañon (Santander). In 1690 the territory was divided in two with Boljoon forming a separate entity with Oslob and Tañon as visitas.

Buho Rock

by limledi

Buho Rock in Poro town is a local government-run destination with cottages for day picnics. It is less than an hour from the resorts. It has the same owner as Santiago Bay Resort & Mangodlong Rock Resort. The place is very tranquil with nice views. We had the place all to ourselves when we went there. Its better if the owner will post a signage coz we had a bit of difficulty reaching the place.

Mabuhay

by Kay_Lina

"CEBU!"

Home of the famous guitars, costume jewelries and shell craft. Richly endowed with stretches of white sand beaches and embraced by crystalline waters. Its deep surrounding seas are beautifully adorned with enchanting corals and marine life. This sun-drenched island is blessed with a warm and dry climate throughout the year which makes it a popular all year-round destination.

Cebu is approximately 365 miles south of Manila. PAL, Cebu Pacific and Air Philippines operate daily one-hour flight between NAIA and MIA. Direct International flight to Cebu from Japan, Hong Kong and Malaysia are likewise available.