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Cebu is the first Spanish settlement and the oldest city in the Philippines. It was established in 1565 by the Spanish explorer Miguel L\u00f3pez de Legazpi. This historical fact highlights Cebu’s significant role in the early colonial history of the Philippines, serving as the hub from which Spanish colonization spread to other parts of the country. The city is often called the “Queen City of the South” and remains a major cultural and economic center in the Philippines today, reflecting its rich heritage through its landmarks, festivals, and traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some of the top things to do in Cebu:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Explore Historic Landmarks<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Magellan’s Cross in Cebu City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Fort San Pedro in Cebu City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Basilica Minore del Santo Ni\u00f1o in Cebu City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Experience the Sinulog Festival<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re visiting in January, don’t miss this vibrant festival with its grand street parade, colorful costumes, and traditional dances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Enjoy Water-based Activities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Snorkeling and Diving<\/strong>: Head to Moalboal for snorkeling among sardine runs and sea turtles, or dive with thresher sharks in Malapascua.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whale Shark Watching<\/strong>: Experience the thrill of swimming alongside whale sharks in Oslob, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure that draws visitors from around the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Island Hopping<\/strong>: Spend a day exploring the nearby islands like Bantayan and Camotes, renowned for their pristine beaches and clear waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Whaleshark watching in Oslob<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Adventure Sports<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Canyoneering at Kawasan Falls<\/strong>: An adrenaline-pumping journey through Badian’s gorges and turquoise water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hiking to Osme\u00f1a Peak<\/strong>: Trek up Cebu\u2019s highest point for panoramic views of the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kawasan Falls<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Relax on White Sand Beaches<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

White Beach in Moalboal<\/strong>: Known for its soft white sand and crystal-clear waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Santa Fe, Bantayan Island<\/strong>: Ideal for relaxation and watching sunsets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bantayan Island<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Try Local Cuisine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taste the Famous Lechon<\/strong>: Visit Carcar to try what many consider the best lechon (roasted pig) in the Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seafood and Street Food<\/strong>: Enjoy fresh seafood and local delicacies at Larsian Sa Fuente, where you can grill your own food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cebu’s famous Lechon Baboy<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Shop and Explore Local Markets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carbon Market<\/strong>: Dive into the bustling atmosphere of Cebu\u2019s oldest and largest farmers’ market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SM City Cebu and Ayala Center<\/strong>: For a more modern shopping experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These activities highlight Cebu’s rich cultural tapestry, natural beauty, and adventurous spirit, making it an engaging destination for visitors from around the world.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Cebu is the first Spanish settlement and the oldest city in the Philippines. It was established in 1565 by the Spanish explorer Miguel L\u00f3pez de Legazpi. This historical fact highlights Cebu’s significant role in the early colonial history of the Philippines, serving as the hub from which Spanish colonization spread to other parts of the […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1,33],"tags":[35,46,45],"class_list":["post-424","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blogs","category-philippines-travel-destinations","tag-cebu","tag-destination","tag-thingstodo"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/424","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=424"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/424\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":437,"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/424\/revisions\/437"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=424"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=424"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/allphilippinetravel.net\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=424"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}