Bida Juana Lyza Kaye Villaceran Takes Us To Cebu!

Cebu is popularly dubbed as the "Queen City of the South." It is also considered the main center of Christianity in the Philippines as it preserves some of the strong Spanish traditions that can be reflected through the rich culture and lifestyle of the locals.

 

Aside fromthis, most of the historic and cultural places and structures can still be found in the capital of the Province of Cebu. This island has so much to offer for beach bums, adventure junkies, and city explorers!

 

Magellan's Cross

It's a good idea to start at Magellan's Cross if you plan to visit historic Cebu. Many significant events have taken place in the province of Cebu throughout the years. The placement of a cross by Magellan in the Philippines signified the beginning of Catholicism in the country.

 

Magellan, a Portuguese navigator, is credited with introducing Christianity to the Philippines. A cross was set in Cebu by Magellan in 1521, and the inhabitants were effectively converted to Christianity. As Cebu expanded around that ancient monument, so did the city itself.

Sumilon Island

The island of Sumilon is, without a doubt, one of Cebu's most popular tourist destinations. The beautiful sandbar on Sumilon Island, which changes form seasonally, is the island's most notable feature. The sea around the island is also stunning; the many colors of blue and the purity of the water will encourage you to jump straight in the water.

 

Marine protected areas on Sumilon Island are also home to diving places abounding with blacktip sharks, vibrant fish species, and expansive coral gardens. It's up to you whether you want to relax on the sandbar or go snorkeling to see the beautiful underwater environment of Sumilon.

 

Temple of Leah

The Temple of Leah in Cebu has been likened to the Taj Mahal of the Philippines. It's a must-see in Cebu and a popular photo-op spot for those looking for Instagram-worthy images.

 

To begin a hillside tour of Cebu, the Temple of Leah is a great site to begin. The Temple of Leah is a seven-story Romanesque structure located in the hills of Busay in Cebu City.

 

A marble fountain, granite flooring, Doric columns, and several Greek-style sculptures are just some of the features of this lavish building, which is said to have cost more than PHP 80 million.

 

Sirao Garden

Sirao Garden is another Instagram-worthy hillside location in Cebu. It has been dubbed the "Little Amsterdam" of Cebu because of its gorgeous location in the Busay mountains. Sirao Garden's vibrant blossoms will have you reaching for your camera and snapping hundreds of pictures on your Cebu sightseeing trip.

 

Flowers including sunflowers, daisies, and asters may be seen in rows at Sirao Garden. Celosia flowers, however, are the star of the show here.

 

Malapascua

In the northern portion of Cebu, off the coast of Daanbantayan, is the little island of Malapascua. Diving in Cebu is well-known for its abundance of excellent dive sites, home to an abundance of colorful coral walls and massive marine animals. Malapascua Island, the only spot in the world where you may dive with thresher sharks regularly, is a popular tourism destination for locals and foreign visitors alike.

 

The island's beautiful beaches are a dream come true for every beachgoer. Indeed, Malapascua's white sand beaches are the island's second finest feature, after its stunning underwater environment!

 

Cebu's Lechon

You have to enjoy the local delicacy known as "Lechon if you go to Cebu." Lechon is a must-try while visiting the Philippines since it is the ultimate pig meal. Slow-roasting a pig on a charcoal pit is the key to making this dish. Lemongrass, tomato, vinegar, and an assortment of regional herbs and spices fill the native pigs. Lechon may be found all across the country. It is, nevertheless, widely accepted that Cebu's Lechon is superior.

 

Known for its crispy exterior and succulent meat, Cebu's Lechon is a delicacy that will leave you craving more.

 

Sinulog Festival

The Sinulog Festival has been celebrated in Cebu City every third Sunday of January for 32 years to commemorate the Santo Nio, the patron saint of the Philippines (Child Jesus). Dancing in celebration of Filipinos' pagan ancestry and their embrace of Christianity is the main holiday mode in the Philippines. It all began in Cebu in 1980 with a basic dance that depicts the "sulog" (or stream) of a river. The name 'Sinulog' means 'graceful dance.'

 

The Sinulog Festival has evolved into a month-long event in Cebu due to its development. The Sinulog Grand Parade, which took place on the 15th of January, was the most anticipated element of the festival.

 

Lumina Carcar

You can now have a house and lot you can call your own in the beautiful province of Cebu through Lumina Carcar.

 

Lumina Carcar is a premier residential subdivision located in Brgy. Can-asujan, Carcar City, Cebu and are situated in the province's Heritage City. Because of its strategic location, the community has proximity to several tourist attractions like the Carcar City Museum, Mercado Mansion, St. Catherine of Alexandria Church, Paulina Constancia Museum of Naïve Art, and Mabugnao Mainit National Park.

 

Lumina Carcar is currently offering three home model units: the Airene Rowhouse, Aira Rowhouse, and the Angelique Townhouse, all of which range from Php 500,000 to Php 1.7 million.

 

These affordable houses and lot units in Lumina Carcar can still be much more cost-effective if you will avail of the Pag-IBIG Housing Loan offered by the Pag-IBIG Fund. Now, you can pay as low as Php 1,898 every month with only a 3% interest if you will be tagged as a low-income earner by the institution.

 

Also, you can easily manage and monitor your Pag-IBIG Housing Loan through your Virtual Pag-IBIG account. You just have to prepare the requirements before visiting the nearest Pag-IBIG branch in your place or opt to avail yourself of a house from Lumina Homes through the affordable house and lot from Lumina Carcar to ease your process.

 

Through this, the homebuyer would simply need to provide and sign the appropriate documents, while the accounts officer would be the one to file the Pag-IBIG Housing Loan application.

 

So easy and convenient, right? Don't miss this great chance and start your home investment now!