If you are not familiar with The Philippines, it is a is a Southeast Asian country comprising of more than 7,000 islands. Cebu, which is a province in the country’s Central Visayas region is made of Cebu Island together with another 150 smaller neighbouring islands. Cebu is a place in the Philippines where you can see and do a LOT of things. A number of unique and amazing experiences can be found in Cebu, which is considered a gem in Southeast Asia. In fact, the top attractions of the country are found in this province. With an abundance of culture and the fact it is rich in natural resources means it has been given the title the 1st ASEAN City of Culture.
So, if you are visiting The Philippines, what are the things you ought to enjoy while in Cebu?
Cebu Canyoneering
Topping the list is the famed and exhilarating Cebu Canyoneering. Cebu canyoneering is done in Kawasan Falls in Badian, in the southern part of Cebu. Badian is a three to four-hour drive from the main city of Cebu.
So, what exactly is Cebu canyoneering? And how does it differ from the typical canyoneering? First of all, canyoneering, which is derived from the word “canyon” means going through the walls of caves and/or rock formations. It involves a combination of climbing, rappelling and hiking. What makes canyoneering in Cebu unique is that unlike canyoneering on other big rocks, this involves a lot of water, including a lot of natural pools. This, therefore, allows you to swim and to jump off falls including the once-in-a-lifetime moment where you can jump off from a 40-ft cliff! The experience canyoneering offers you will leave you feeling refreshed while also allowing you to submerge yourself in the breathtaking tropical nature the area has to offer.
Most dub this adventure “thrilling”, “exciting” and a must do when visiting Cebu. If you have friends and loved ones with you, Cebu canyoneering is a great bonding activity as you slide and glide together on watery rocks.
Heritage Site Tripping
Next on the list is to visit the historical remains and sites of Cebu which play a significant role in the Philippines’ critical cultural history. Cebu is a seat of Christianity in the country and this is the place where the first Catholic influencers and Spanish colonisers came.
Also, since Cebu is a hub for business and commerce in the country, thanks to its strategic geographic location, many Chinese and Malayan exchanges happen here. Antique houses and sites of Spanish, Chinese heritage, together with other cultures which showcase the area’s history can be found in Cebu.
You can visit various museums and ancestral homes in Colon Street, Cebu. Colon Street is the oldest street in the Philippines. Visits to these fascinating buildings are included in the “city tour”. Some of the heritage attractions you can indulge in on the city tour are Sugbo Museo, Fort San Pedro, Magellan’s Cross, Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House, Cebu Heritage Monument and Sto. Niño Church.
An additional tip to enrich your cultural experience while in Cebu is participating in, or at least witnessing the Sinulog Festival. Sinulog is celebrated annually during the third Sunday of January. It is an important religious feast among Cebuanos and includes amazing dance routines with colourful costumes and impressive choreography.
Mountain Top Touring
Finally, reaching the top of the mountains is not too hard to do in Cebu. As part of the city tour, within just a few minutes, you can climb to an elevated area of Cebu.
It is in Busay, Cebu where you can get a perfect view of Cebu from on high. Furthermore, a number of tourist attractions can also be found there. These include the Sirao Flower Garden, Taoist Temple, and Temple of Leah. When you visit these places, you will notice the little touches of foreign-inspired nature and architecture. For example, the Sirao Flower Garden has the Netherlands in Spring feel to it. Apparently, the Taoist Temple is China-inspired. And, the Temple of Leah was built of Roman design.
From there, you can also enjoy sumptuous Filipino dishes served in the local restaurants, like Top of Cebu and Balay sa Busay (House in Busay).
Final Thoughts…
As mentioned before, Cebu is unique and is somewhere you get to do things you cannot do anywhere else. Cebu canyoneering, heritage tripping, and mountain top touring are among the wonderful activities we’re sure you’ll love in Cebu. Therefore, pack up and get ready for adventures of a lifetime in the Queen City of the South!
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