Would you ever believe that the original cross from 1521 is still encased inside the wooden cross? That’s what experts says. Some people says it’s only a replica others says it’s destroyed. The cross is located in Magellan’s Cross besides Basilica Menor del Santo Niño de Cebu. Cebu’s famous history about Magellan and Lapu-Lapu as Lapu-Lapu is one of Philippines greatest heroes for his bravery to resist Spanish colonization. #urbanexplorer #cebu #mactan #philippines #china #explorewithtony #naturelover #adventure #life #photographersdayoff #leaveyourmark

In Cebu, Philippines, a so-called “Mini Amsterdam” is attracting tourists from all over the country and even foreigners. It is the famous “Sirao Flower Farm” located in a mountain barangay just few minutes from JY, Lahug, Cebu City.Sirao Garden, though, is best known for its celosias, which look like bright flames, usually in red and yellow. Its name in Greek actually means “burning.” Long before other flower gardens opened and touted celosias as attractions, Sirao Garden already had these fiery blooms and became famous for them.Sirao Garden in the Philippines has recently caught a lot of attention from tourists and is a paradise for all garden lovers. People from all over the world are appreciating this beautiful flower garden in Cebu city. There are a variety of flowers here and the colours that are spread across this garden, it is just a delightful sight! Flowers like sunflower, chrysanthemum, daisy and aster are among the flowers that are planted here too.In this flower farm, they have made cute arrangements for tourists to click photos turning it into a totally Instagrammable spot. #urbanexplorer #lightthecity #tripinspired #tripmoments

The best boodle fight meal in Cebu City is definitely found in Blackbeard Seafood Island restaurant! This is definitely my family's favorite boodle fight meal that we've ever had! Blackbeard Seafood Island is popular in the province not only because of their delicious meals, but they are also very creative with their food presentation. You can just imagine, hanged shrimps, grabs, chicken and many more. Experiencing the Filipino culture in a boodle fight is something one should never miss! #staycation#tripinspired#happynewyear

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#holidayvacation One of the happiest staycation we have as a family! Thanks to trip. Com. #holidayvacation#staycation#tripinspired#happynewyear

Magellan planted a cross to signify this important event about the propagation of the Roman Catholic faith in what is now Cebu, in central Philippines. The original cross is reputedly encased in another wooden cross for protection, as people started chipping it away in the belief that it had miraculous healing powers. #scenicspotguide#unforgettableexperiences#nyedestinations#instagramworthydestinations#awesomepic#wintergetaway#tripinspired#happynewyear

On my recent trip to the Philippines, I had read a bit online that there was a community of master guitar makers living on Mactan Island and that I could buy a completely hand-made guitar crafted of exotic woods for a fraction of the cost as in America or Europe. I was intrigued, so I did a bit more research. The history of why this little enclave of guitar makers exists traces back hundreds of years to when the first Spanish colonists landed on Cebu and Mactan island. #newphotographer#givethanks#2019firsttravelpic#merrychristmas#decembertravel#nyedestinations#holidayvacation#merryxmas

#holidayvacation Filipino food may not be as famous as that of its Thai and Vietnamese neighbors. But with more than 7,000 islands and a colorful history, this archipelago has some delicious dishes of its own. You should try it when you get a chance to visit this country. #merryxmas #deliciousfood#decembertravel#travelsnacks#holidayvacation#awesomepic

#mynovgetaway The “strict” ordinance of the government and the “working from home” trend of this new normal have been affecting my feelings which would sometimes lead to frustrations/minimal sign of depression. In instances wherein you’re alone, stranded in another city and being away from your siblings, the only person that you could lean on is YOURSELF. Therefore, never be discourage, stand up and pack your things with a complete armor or face mask and face shield then start your journey to mactan island wherein you can do beach resort hopping and visit their beautiful and elegant places wherein you can temporarily forget about negative thoughts and worries about what’s gonna happen or when can we go back to our normal lives? Bask yourself in the beautiful, fine and clean sand of Shangri-La, plantation bay and ibiza beach club and enjoy your life being alone and count all your blessings despite being stranded in another city. never lose hope and have faith that we’ll get through all these. It’s ok to enjoy and treat yourself to amazing places as long as you follow the health protocols and always have alcohol with you. God bless to all of us and let’s continue praying....