Historical
Magellan’s Cross
(Magellanes St.). Planted in April 21, 1521 by Ferdinand
Magellan; spot where the first Christian Filipinos, Rajah
Humabon and Queen Juana and about 400 followers, were
baptized by Fr. Pedro Valderema. In 1525 to 1740, the
Agustinian priests built an open shrine for the cross but the
natives began to take chips from the cross believing it had
miraculous power so a kiosk-like structure was built to
protect the cross from total destruction. To protect it further,
a hallow cross of tinadalo wood was made to encase the original cross which still stands today.
Fort San Pedro
(Pier Area, Cebu City). The smallest, oldest tri-bastion fort in the country. This served as the nucleus of the Spanish settlement in the Philippines. It has a total inside area of 2,025 sq. meters. The walls are 20 feet high, 8 feet thick, and the tower is 30 feet high from the ground. Work was first started on May 8, 1565 with Miguel Lopez De Legazpi breaking the ground. After the battle of Manila Bay, Commodore George Dewey turned the fort to the local Cebuanos, and then it became the American Warwick Barracks during the American Regime, which was later converted into classrooms where the Cebuanos received formal education.
During World War II, from 1941 to 1945, it served as fortification
for Japanese soldiers. When the battle for liberation was fought,
the fort served as an army camp. After 1950, Cebu Garden Club
took over and fixed the inner court into a miniature garden.
For a couple of years it also housed the Cebu City Zoo. In 1978
to August 15, 1993, it housed the offices of Department of
Tourism and the Philippine Tourism Authority. At present, it is
under the care and administration of the PTA and now houses
the National Museum that showcases the San Diego shipwreck & Fort San Pedro diggings.
Heritage of Cebu Monument
(Colon St., Cebu City). Located in the original Plaza Parain, it showcases the significant and symbolic events in the history of Cebu from the time of Rajah Humabon to the recent beatification of Cebuano martyr Pedro Calunsod. The monumental sculptural tableau is the work of national artist Edgardo Castrillo. Construction began on July 1997 and it was inaugurated on Dec. 8, 2000.
Magellan Marker
(Punta Engaño, Lapulapu City). Inspired by his success in Christianizing
the people of Cebu, Magellan crossed the channel to Mactan Island in an
effort to spread the faith. Before he reached the shore, he was killed by
island chieftain Lapulapu and his men during the battle for supremacy and
freedom on April 27, 1521. Efforts to retrieve the body of Magellan were
futile inspite of the offer to trade jewelries and spices for the dead body.
This marker was erected in 1866 to mark the spot where the great explorer
died.
Colon Street
The oldest street in the Philippines was built by the Spaniards in the time of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi. Named after Christopher Columbus, it is the heart of downtown Cebu, a glittering area by night lined with moviehouses, restaurants, department stores, and other business establishments. An obelisk detailing its historical significance was constructed on its northern end.
Lapulapu Monument
(Punta Engaño, Lapulapu City). Site where the battle between Mactan Island Chieftain Lapulapu and the foreign aggressor Ferdinand Magellan occured in April 27, 1521. It depicts the hero holding a bolo in one hand and a pestle on the other. Said weapons were believed to have been used during his combat with Magellan. This monument stands as a reminder of Filipino bravery.
University of San Carlos
(P. del Rosario St., Cebu City). The oldest school in the country
established in 1565. This was formerly called Colegio de San
lldefonso, established by the Jesuits.
Capitol Building
(Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City). The seat of the Provincial government, is of pre-war vintage, and has the undulating mountains of Cebu for its background. Majestic and imposing, its high dome can be seen along Osmeña Boulevard. A replica of the United States' White House. One of the many beautiful capitol buildings in the country, constructed in 1937 under the administration of Governor Sotero Cabahug.
Magellan’s Cross
(Magellanes St.). Planted in April 21, 1521 by Ferdinand
Magellan; spot where the first Christian Filipinos, Rajah
Humabon and Queen Juana and about 400 followers, were
baptized by Fr. Pedro Valderema. In 1525 to 1740, the
Agustinian priests built an open shrine for the cross but the
natives began to take chips from the cross believing it had
miraculous power so a kiosk-like structure was built to
protect the cross from total destruction. To protect it further,
a hallow cross of tinadalo wood was made to encase the original cross which still stands today.
Fort San Pedro
(Pier Area, Cebu City). The smallest, oldest tri-bastion fort in the country. This served as the nucleus of the Spanish settlement in the Philippines. It has a total inside area of 2,025 sq. meters. The walls are 20 feet high, 8 feet thick, and the tower is 30 feet high from the ground. Work was first started on May 8, 1565 with Miguel Lopez De Legazpi breaking the ground. After the battle of Manila Bay, Commodore George Dewey turned the fort to the local Cebuanos, and then it became the American Warwick Barracks during the American Regime, which was later converted into classrooms where the Cebuanos received formal education.
During World War II, from 1941 to 1945, it served as fortification
for Japanese soldiers. When the battle for liberation was fought,
the fort served as an army camp. After 1950, Cebu Garden Club
took over and fixed the inner court into a miniature garden.
For a couple of years it also housed the Cebu City Zoo. In 1978
to August 15, 1993, it housed the offices of Department of
Tourism and the Philippine Tourism Authority. At present, it is
under the care and administration of the PTA and now houses
the National Museum that showcases the San Diego shipwreck & Fort San Pedro diggings.
Heritage of Cebu Monument
(Colon St., Cebu City). Located in the original Plaza Parain, it showcases the significant and symbolic events in the history of Cebu from the time of Rajah Humabon to the recent beatification of Cebuano martyr Pedro Calunsod. The monumental sculptural tableau is the work of national artist Edgardo Castrillo. Construction began on July 1997 and it was inaugurated on Dec. 8, 2000.
Magellan Marker
(Punta Engaño, Lapulapu City). Inspired by his success in Christianizing
the people of Cebu, Magellan crossed the channel to Mactan Island in an
effort to spread the faith. Before he reached the shore, he was killed by
island chieftain Lapulapu and his men during the battle for supremacy and
freedom on April 27, 1521. Efforts to retrieve the body of Magellan were
futile inspite of the offer to trade jewelries and spices for the dead body.
This marker was erected in 1866 to mark the spot where the great explorer
died.
Colon Street
The oldest street in the Philippines was built by the Spaniards in the time of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi. Named after Christopher Columbus, it is the heart of downtown Cebu, a glittering area by night lined with moviehouses, restaurants, department stores, and other business establishments. An obelisk detailing its historical significance was constructed on its northern end.
Lapulapu Monument
(Punta Engaño, Lapulapu City). Site where the battle between Mactan Island Chieftain Lapulapu and the foreign aggressor Ferdinand Magellan occured in April 27, 1521. It depicts the hero holding a bolo in one hand and a pestle on the other. Said weapons were believed to have been used during his combat with Magellan. This monument stands as a reminder of Filipino bravery.
University of San Carlos
(P. del Rosario St., Cebu City). The oldest school in the country
established in 1565. This was formerly called Colegio de San
lldefonso, established by the Jesuits.
Capitol Building
(Osmeña Blvd., Cebu City). The seat of the Provincial government, is of pre-war vintage, and has the undulating mountains of Cebu for its background. Majestic and imposing, its high dome can be seen along Osmeña Boulevard. A replica of the United States' White House. One of the many beautiful capitol buildings in the country, constructed in 1937 under the administration of Governor Sotero Cabahug.
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