We are pleased to welcome all participants to the upcoming international conference held in Cebu, Philippines —
one of the country’s most vibrant cultural and travel destinations.
Cebu is renowned for its rich historical heritage, stunning tropical beaches, and dynamic urban attractions.
As the oldest city in the Philippines, it offers a unique blend of colonial architecture, modern infrastructure,
and natural wonders. Delegates are encouraged to take this opportunity to explore some of Cebu’s notable sites,
including Magellan’s Cross, Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, Kawasan Falls, Temple of Leah, and the surrounding Mactan Island resorts.
Magellan’s Cross is one of the most famous historical landmarks
in Cebu City. Housed in an
octagonal pavilion made up of adobe and red tiles, many tourists have regularly visited the
cross. It is
located in front of the Cebu City Hall, near the Basilica Minore Del Sto. Nino
at Magallanes Street is named
after Magellan.
It was erected on April 21, 1521, shortly after Magellan's expedition landed in Cebu. It
commemorates the
first baptism in the Philippines, including that of Rajah Humabon, Queen Juana, and around 800
of their
subjects.
The cross back then was believed to have miraculous healing power, so the people started to take
pieces of
it until it began to fall apart. The government, who was aware of the incident, built another
wooden cross
made from tindalo to enclose the original cross and protect it.
However, it was rumored that the cross encased inside the tindalo wood is nothing, but a replica
planted
there by the Spaniards who came after Magellan’s death. The original cross was said to have been
stolen or
destroyed after Magellan passed away.
Fort San Pedro situated at A. Pigafetta Street, Cebu City, is the oldest and smallest fort
in the Philippines and is one of the city’s pride. Lying in Plaza Independencia in the pier
area of Cebu, the fort holds a rich history of the island and the historical events during
the Spanish rule.
Built by Spanish conqueror Miguel Lopez de Legaspi, it served as an army base in the early
17th century. The Filipinos then took over the fort and turned it into their own stronghold
during the Philippine revolution.
Fuerza de San Pedro is a triangular bastion fort. Its two sides are fronting the sea, and
the other edge is facing the land where the entrance to the fort is located. You can see
cannons installed on the sides facing the sea, while a sturdy fence made of wood is placed
in front.
The Basílica Minore del Santo Niño de Cebú, alternatively known as the The Minor Basilica of the
The Holy Child or simply The Santo Niño Basilica, is a minor basilica in Cebu City in the
Philippines that was founded in 1565 by Fray Andrés de Urdaneta and Fray Diego de Herrera.
It is the oldest Roman Catholic church in the country, allegedly built on the spot where the
image of the Santo Niño de Cebú was found during the expedition of Miguel López de Legazpi.
In 1565, Miguel Lopez de Legazpi called Basilica Minore Del Sto. Niño as San Agustin Church.
The exact location of the church is the same spot where Legazpi’s Spaniard troupe discovered
the image of Sto. Niño. It was thought to be the gift of Ferdinand Magellan to Queen Juana,
the wife of Rajah Humabon, as a sign of their allegiance and over forty years of their
baptism to Christianity.
A must-see course for your Cebu trip
Take a traditional Philippine wooden boat, 'Bangka Boat', and enjoy the beautiful sea of Cebu while traversing the sea.
Snorkeling in a marine protected area with beautiful corals and colorful tropical fish.
For lunch, enjoy a delicious special barbecue meal made with a local secret recipe.
End your trip to Cebu, the beautiful island nation of the Philippines, with a romantic sunset romantic tour.
The emerald sea far away on the horizon turning red in the sunset is like a painting.
Enjoy this beautiful and wonderful moment while listening to music flowing gently in the middle of the sea.
We hope you create romantic memories by sharing stories you haven't told your loved one at this moment.
Simple Schedule
[15:30~16:00] Depart from the pier and move to San Vicente while listening to music
[16:00~17:30] Stop at San Vicente and watch the sunset
[17:30~18:00] Move to the pier and arrive
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