Cebu: A Journey Through History and Food

Spend a day exploring Cebu City's culture-rich history and food. First Activity: Temple of Leah. It is a grand structure built as a monument of love and devotion by Teodorico Soriano Adarna for his late wife, Leah Villa Albino-Adarna. It's often compared to the Taj Mahal due to its purpose as a mausoleum and its impressive Greco-Roman architecture. Construction began in 2012 and took several years to complete, showcasing intricate details and towering columns. 2nd Activity: Fort San Pedro. It is a historic military defense structure and the oldest triangular bastion fort in the country. Initially built in 1565 by the Spanish under Miguel Lopez de Legazpi, it served as a military defense structure, a stronghold during the Philippine Revolution, and even a zoo. Today, it stands as a historical park and museum, offering a glimpse into the Spanish colonial era and the early history of Cebu. 3rd Activity: Megellan's Cross. Explore the cross, housed in a chapel, and learn about its historical and cultural significance. 4th Activity: food trip in a local market.