Philippines history in Cebu City

Most people coming to Cebu overlook Cebu City to go explore the south of the island, either to swim with sardines/sharks or to enjoy majestic waterfalls.

Even though, Cebu City doesn't offer the same kind of natural landscapes, it is a great place to learn about Philippines history. Just take a stroll near Plaza Independencia and you'll be able to admire Fort San Pedro, the oldest military structure in Cebu, a monument dedicated to the victims of Japanese occupation and another one to the victims of the martial law era of the 70s/80s.

Walk a little further and you'll find Magellan's cross, the place where Magellan planted a Catholic cross when he first arrived in the Philippines in 1521. Next to it is Basílica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebú, the oldest Roman Catholic church in the country.

Post by Fraveler | Apr 3, 2025