PLACE TO SEE

COLON STREET located on what is known as the Parian District in downtown area. The oldest street in the Philippines was built by the Spaniards during the time of Miguel Lopez de Legaspi. Named after Christopher Columbus, it is the heart of downtown Cebu, a glittering area by night lined with movie houses, restaurants, department stores, and other business establishments. An obelisk detailing its historical significance was constructed on its northern end.

FUENTE OSMEÑA A fountain honoring Cebu's favorite son, the late Philippine President Sergio Osmeña Sr. It is one of the city's most famous landmarks dominating the uptown area where commercial and banking establishments have proliferated.

LAPULAPU MONUMENT, Punta Engano, Lapu-lapu City- Site where the battle between Mactan island Chieftain Lapulapu and the foreign aggressor Ferdinand Magellan occurred in April 27,1521. It depicts the hero holding a bolo in one hand and a pestle on the other. Said wea[pons were believed to have been used during his combat with Magellan. This monument stands as a reminder of Filipino bravery.

CAPITOL BUILDING, Osmena Blvd., Cebu City- The seat of the Provincial government, is of pre- war vintage and has the undulating mountains of Cebu for its background. Majestic and imposing, Its high dome can be seen along Osmena boulevard. A replica of the United States' White House. One of the many beautiful capitol buildings in the country, constructed in 1973 under the administration of Governor Sotero Cabahug.

CHAPEL OF THE LAST SUPPER 250 year old life-size replica of the Lord Jesus with His 12 Apostles seated for the last Supper

MAGELLAN'S MARKER Magellan crossed the channel to Mactan in the effort to spread the faith. Before he could reach the shore he was killed in knee-deep waters by Lapulapu, the chieftain of Mactan Island, and his men in a battle of supremacy and freedom on April 27, 1521. The marker stands on that fateful battle ground in Mactan Island.

MAGELLAN'S CROSS, Magallanes Street Planted in April 21, 1521 by Ferdinand Magellan, this marks the spot where the first Christian Filipinos, Rajah Humabon and Queen Juana and about 400 followers were baptized by Fr. Pedro Valderama. In 1525 to 1740, the Agustinian priests built and open shrine for the cross, but the natives began to take chips from the cross believing it had miraculous power. So a kiosk like structure was built to protect the cross from total destruction. To protect it further, a hollow cross of tindalo wood was made to encase the original cross which still stands today.

FORT SAN PEDRO, Pier Area, Cebu City The smallest, oldest tri-bastion fort in the country. This served as the nucleus of the first Spanish settlement in the Philippines. It has a total inside area of 2,025 sq. meters. The walls are 20 feet high, 8 feet thick and the towers are 30 feet high from the ground level. Work was first started on May 8, 1565 with MIGUEL LOPEZ DE LEGASPI breaking the ground. After the battle of Manila Bay, Commodore George Dewey turned the fort to the local Cebuanos, then it became an American Warwick Barracks during the American Regime which was later converted into classrooms where the Cebuanos received formal education. During World War II, from 1941 to 1945, it served as fortification for Japanese soldiers, when the battle for liberation was fought, the fort served as an army camp. After 1950, Cebu Garden Club took over and fixed the inner court into a miniature garden. For a couple of years it also housed the Cebu City Zoo. In 1978 to August 15, 1993, it housed the offices of the Department of Tourism and the Philippine Tourism Authority. At present, it is under the care and administration of the PTA and now houses the National Museum that showcases the San Diego shipwreck & Fort San Pedro diggings.

MOALBOAL Located 89 kms. southwest of Cebu, it offers modestly priced cottages for rent, white sandy beaches. A popular diving area having one of the best coral formations in the country, Scuba diving facilities are available.

THE TOPS Situated high on top of cool busay Hills is an excellent sight seeing spot which offers a breahtaking view of Metro Cebu and the islands of Mactan and Olango. Cottages are available for daytime picnics and instant evening parties. Only 15 minutes ride away from Cebu City's Lahug area.

IMAGE OF SANTO NIñO DE CEBU Considred as the oldest religious relic in the PHilippines and Cebu's patron, given as a baptismal gift by Magellan to Queen Juana on April 14, 1521. Today the image is enshirened at the Basilica Minore del Santo Ni˜o. Everyday, a constant line of devotees flies through to kiss the image and offer prayers.

SAN MIGUEL INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX The biggest glass factory, brewerey, Coca-Cola and Agro Industrial Complex outside Metro Manila.

MACTAN EXPORT PROCESSING ZONE The country's largest export processing zone with companies producing goods and items exclusively for export.

MACTAN BEACHES Famous worlwide for its beautiful white sand beaches and pristine clear waters, for an exceptional vacation experience. Mactan beach resorts offer superb accomodation facilities, scuba diving, wind surfing, boating and other aqua sports.

MUSEUMS AND GALLERIES

JUMALON'S MUSEUM The home of a lepido mosaic art collection so called because it utilizes butterfuly wings as its medium. The museum is located at the residence of Professor Julian Jumalon in Basak, Cebu City.

THE UNIVERSITY OF SAN CARLOS MUSEUM A fine collection of antique ceramicware in archeological diggings in various parts of the country. It also presents samples of flora and fauna in the country and in Cebu particularly. UNIVERSITY OF SAN CARLOS, P.Del Rosario St., Cebu City- The oldest school in the country established in 1565. This was formerly called Collegio de San Ildefonso established by the Jesuits

SOUTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY MUSEUM Houses a wide collection of Pre-Hispanic artifacts, gold jewelleries, stone implements, burial urns and jars. Also maintains painting exhibitions by Cebuano artists.

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AQUAVENTURE DIVE SHOP
Mercedez Comm'l., A. Cortez Ave.,
Mandaue City
(63-32) 84565

CEBU CLUB PACIFIC BEACH RESORT
Justice Cabahug Bldg., Gen. Maxilom Ave., Cebu City

CLUB KONTIKI
Maribago, Lapulapu City
(63-32)

JASPO 21 CO. PHILS., INC.
Hadsan Beach Resort, Mactan Island

BUYONG BEACH
Maribago, Lapulapu City

JOY MARINE SPORTS
c/o Cebu Plaza Hotel, Cebu City

OCEAN FIELD MARINE SPORTS FACILITIES
Maribago, Lapulapu City
(63-32) 461-187

PHIL. COMMISSION ON SPORTS AND SCUBA DIVING
GMC Plaza Bldg., Legaspi St., Cebu City
(63-32) 253-4308

SAAVEDRA DIVING CENTER
Panagsama Beach, Moalboal, Cebu

SEVEN SEAS AQUANAUT PHILS., CORP.
c/o Cebu Club Pacific

SHEMBERG MARKETING
131 F. Gonzales St.,
Cebu City

TRIPLE S DIVERS
Buyong Beach, Maribago, Lapulapu City

NIGTH TIME ENTERTAINMENT

BAI DISCO
Cebu Plaza Hotel, Lahug, Cebu City
(63-32) 231-1231

INNER CIRCLE
Reclamation Area, Cebu City

POINT AREA DISCO
Ranudo St., Cebu City
(63-32) 253-9070


ALIBI
Park Place Hotel, Osmeña Blvd.
Cebu City
(63-32) 231-1131

BAR CANA
Montebello Villa Hotel, Banilad, Cebu City
(63-32) 85021

CLUB AMIGO
Cebu Plaza Hotel, Lahug, Cebu City
(63-32) 231-1231

BALLS SPORTSBAR, THEATER LOUNGE & DISCOTEQUE
Gen. Maxilom Ave., Cebu City

MOTION DISCO
Centrepoint Hotel, Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City

CITY LIGHTS
Nivel Hills, Lahug Cebu City

BACHELORS TOO
160 F. Ramos St., Cebu City

CITIES MUSIC LOUNGE
Gen. Maxilom Ave., Cebu City

PUB 24
St. Gotthard's, Fulton St., Lahug
Cebu City

SHOPPING CENTERS