Inside the cascade you'll find lots of convenient natural nooks and crannies, forming perfect seats for a therapeutic water massage. Everything is within easy reach in Cebu, including a number of mountain treks. Each trail offers something for everyone — beginners, hardcore trekkers and all points between. Being nocturnal, they're best seen on a night, dawn or dusk tour.
Watch for their bulbous eyes, peaking out from trees and bushes. Sirao Peak is one of the most challenging and scenic treks, a four hour hike past hidden waterfalls and breathtaking vistas. Winding its way through thick foliage, along occasionally muddy paths, it takes three hours to complete, finishing near the Chalet Hills, another popular destination.
A mouthwatering mix of Chinese-inspired dishes and local Filipino staples, street food in Cebu is a gastronomic delight. From steamed rice and siomai to the Cebuano staple ginabot , there is something to suit every taste. Feeling brave?
The most popular to tourists are Simala Shrine, Basilica of Sto. Unique City Attractions and Highland Hideaways Although built on culture and heritage, the province of Cebu is a mixture of both the old and the new.
It has a distinct fusion of the traditional and modern. All these places provide stunning views of the city skyline. With everything it has to offer, Cebu will definitely satisfy the wanderlust in you. It will keep you coming back for more and by the time you get back, it will not run out of new and unique adventures for you to experience.
Discover and explore the wonders of Cebu by planning your next trip here. Chelsey is a freelance writer and an aspiring creative entrepreneur. She has comprehensive background in digital content creation and social media management.
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Here are eight good reasons why Cebu is one of the best places to visit in the Philippines. World Class Beaches Bantayan Island Image via Flickr Cebu attracts millions of tourists every year for many reasons, but the major pull is its pristine beaches. What is delicious in Cebuano? To complete your exciting Camotes Island adventure, go cliff diving at Buho Rock. The ship-like rock formations of this infamous cliff make for an exhilarating jump-off point.
On the other hand, first-timers can go for the feet cliff, a friendlier option that will still give you that adrenaline rush. Malapascua Island is a small island off the coast of Daanbantayan in the northern part of Cebu. It's well known for its plethora of spectacular diving spots in Cebu — all teeming with vibrant coral walls and large sea vertebrates.
Malapascua Island is famous among locals and international tourists, especially among divers, because it is the only place in the whole world where you can dive with thresher sharks daily. A typical day at sea involves thresher sharks, hammerhead sharks, blue ring octopus, and manta ray sightings.
The best part is that the beaches in Malapascua are less commercialized than the more popular island-hopping tours in the Philippines, such as Alona Beach in Bohol and Boracay in Aklan.
It has a relaxing and friendly beach vibe that makes the island even more inviting. Because of its proximity to Leyte's piece of paradise, a day trip in Kalanggaman Island may also be arranged on-site, too. The colorful blooms of Sirao Garden will surely make you want to whip out your camera and take thousands of photos during your sightseeing tour in Cebu.
You can find rows of sunflowers, hyacinths, chrysanthemums, daisies, and asters in Sirao Garden. The main attraction, though, is the vibrant and multicolored celosia flowers. Also known as wool flowers or cockscomb, the celosia flowers that were first planted in Sirao Garden have initially been meant to be harvested and sold during All Souls Day. But thanks to a fortunate turn of events, the celosias were never harvested, and instead, the farm was turned into a park.
The flower farm first attracted locals who wanted to take photos with the beautiful blooms. But soon enough, the word spread and hoards of travelers began joining Sirao Garden tours. Now, Sirao Garden not only has rows of colorful flora, but it also features replicas of Dutch windmills, as well as a viewing deck. The province of Cebu has a rich history, and it has witnessed several monumental events.
The Portuguese explorer, Magellan, is attributed to bringing Catholicism in the Philippine Archipelago. History books tell the story of how Magellan reached the Cebu in , planted a crucifix, and successfully converted the natives to Christianity. The city of Cebu soon grew around that historical site. The large wooden CrossCross displayed in the pavilion is made of Tingalo Wood and is said to be encasing the original CrossCross inside of it. The unique crucifix was seen as a miraculous relic, so natives started chipping away pieces as a souvenir.
To protect the CrossCross, the feet replica was built to encase it. Today, the replica stands atop a marble podium with a plaque that states that this was the very site that the original crucifix was planted on April 21, The peak is one of several spire-like formations comprising the Mantalongon Mountain Range in Dalaguete. It can be windy at the peak, so take care not to lose your footing.
As the name title implies, the sprawling religious complex looks like a castle by the hillside. Simala Shrine first rose to popularity when the word spread about the miraculous Virgin Mary statue it houses. As its fame increased, the church began a series of renovations that transformed their once humble chapel into a grand castle-like shrine.
Today, Simala Shrine attracts foreign and local travelers. Whether you a devout Catholic or you want to admire the scenery and see Cebu's Castle Church, you are welcome at Simala Shrine. Just observe silence and be respectful while you are on the premises. Additionally, the shrine has a strict dress code. When you visit Simala Church, don't wear shorts, skirts, crop tops, or any body-hugging and revealing garments. You can join a historical excursion in Cebu with Simala Shrine if you want to visit other tourist spots as well.
Built-in by Cebu's Chinese community, the Taoist Temple is a colorful and multi-tiered complex located inside the Beverly Hills Subdivision. The temple has an elevation of feet above sea level and features a facade that is inspired by the Great Wall of China. Devotees visit the temple to light joss sticks, have the monks read their fortune, and perform rituals and pray for the gods to grant their wishes.
You can explore the three winding routes of the temple, and climb the 81 steps that represent the 81 chapters of the Taoist scripture.
The temple complex has a chapel, a wishing well, a library, and a souvenir shop as well. There is also a balcony with a panoramic view of downtown Cebu. Truly, Lechon is the ultimate pork dish and is one of the must-try Philippine cuisine. It is perfected by slow-roasting a pig over a charcoal pit.
The native pigs used are stuffed with lemongrass, tomato, vinegar, and a mixture of local herbs and spices.
You can find Lechon anywhere in the Philippines. However, Cebu's Lechon is recognized nationwide as the best.
Cebu's Lechon is famous for its signature crispy skin and the juiciest, most flavorful meat that will make you crave for more as soon as you taste it. The best Lechon is said to be from Carcar, a municipality two hours away from Cebu. If you can't make it to Carcar, there are notable restaurants and take-out counters in Mactan and Cebu City that offer Lechon based on Carcar recipe.
Among them are Rico's and House of Lechon. Imagine swimming amidst millions of sardines in crystal clear waters. Travelers who experienced this underwater marvel have described it as a breathtaking and surreal experience.
You can experience them all year-round, even with just a pair of swimming goggles.
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