This short review is long overdue. During our latest trip (back in 2019) to the Philippines, we…read moremade a visit to Archbishop Camomot Shrine in Cebu. Archbishop Teofilo Camamot is a Filipino Roman Catholic bishop who was known for his service and generosity to the poor. At the time of our visit, there was a main chapel built in his honor. There was also a museum that holds relics depicting Archbishop Camamot's life and legacy. The shrine is a wonderful place to visit and pray. If you want to learn more about Archbishop Teofilo Camomot, then you can visit their website to learn of his history and legacy.

The Minor Basilica of the Holy Infant Child of Cebu or Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño de Cebu is an…read moreiconic worship and heritage symbol of the spiritual resilience of the Cebuanos (people) that dates back since the arrival of the Spanish colonizers in the 1500s. The church is characterized by the building which dates back to the 1500s or perhaps earlier and still showcases the charms and beauty of the iconic Blessed Holy Infant Jesus Statue that is revered to be the original gift to the people of Cebu. As you enter the church, the pews are still the original narrative and acacia furnitures and wooden blocks harvested from this locality and reminds us of Spain's hold to this city and nation as one of its prized colonies in the early 1400s. Cebuanos in general are kind, hospitable and respectful and the city is considered to be one of the earliest and iconic tourist spots in the Philippines. This city has all of the beauty of an old city including the Magellan's Cross and other symbolic icons that tells a story of the past and present... I attended their early mass in the morning and reverently observed that everyone was alert and participatory in the liturgical process and sacraments. The Mass was in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines and was a beautiful experience for us to witness the beauty of the Catholic Church.

Home of the original and oldest religious relic in the Philippines [CEBU CITY Philippines]…read more We got lost a little but main entrance is on Osmeña Boulevard. We entered through security check and I was given a piece of clothing to wrap around my shorts out of respect. Dress conservatively and cover shoulders and legs above the knees. Commonly known as Santo Niño Basilica the church can be found in the same vicinity as the Magellan's Cross pavilion. Our visit was on a Tuesday and the church had a lot of visitors, weird how there were not many people that were actually inside the church but all around the surrounding area like the chapel and the hallways. Several women vendors in yellow blouse and red skirt were selling candles outside the church and will randomly approach visitors. The candles are placed inside the church, I'm not sure exactly where. Review #3346

This Catholic Church in Oslob, Cebu, Philippines is quite old. If I am not mistaken it has been…read morearound since 1877. The exterior of the church is faded and shows character. The inside is more contemporary. St. Joseph The Carpenter Parish Church is a great place to stop and pray. It is right on the way to the Whale Shark Watching area. AMEN!!!

BEAUTY of a Catholic Church!! It is also known as St. James the Apostle Parish Church. I believe…read moreit was built in the year 1866. We always attend mass here whenever we visit the town of Compostela on the island of Cebu in the Philippines. A great place to worship and give thanks!!

Great architecture! [CEBU CITY Philippines]…read more It was a rainy day in Cebu when we visited this heritage monument. We hired a driver for a few hours to take me and my Mom to a few sightseeing places and highlights around the town. This was our first time in Cebu. The Cebu Heritage Monument was a recommended must see. Entrance is free to the public but donations were accepted. The monument is a famous sculpture and tourist attraction that portrays notable events and personalities in the history of Cebu. The detail of the sculptures were amazing and the warriors look impressively fierce. It was raining lightly, no crowds, which was nice. We had the monument to ourselves. The monument is located in the heart of the city and easily accessible. It is a tourist spot so expect street vendors after you. They are everywhere especially where there is a lot of tourist foot traffic. Here we encountered a lot of vendors selling handmade jewelry. Review #3344

It's a brilliant idea, really…read more A sculpture depicting important historical events that occurred in Cebu, from the time of Rajah Humabon to most recently, the beatification of Pedro Calungsod. In between those eras include a depiction of battle of Mactan and the inauguration of Sergio Osmena Jr. And then tons more! There is a lot to look at and learn from this structure. It took about three years from beginning of construction to completion. There's a lot of passion put in this structure. It truly is a sight to see. It doesn't cost anything to see it, but donations are welcome. Parking is an issue since it's located in the middle of the street. Tons of vendors as well, so prep for that. One of those things to see when in Cebu. If you're gonna be around, might as well make a stop and add it on to the "things to see" list.

A popular and historic church located downtown close the the more prominent and famous church santo…read morenino. During christmas it is well decorated.