Things to do in Cordova

Magellan's Marker

After successfully Christianizing the people of Cebuano, Magellan crossed the Channel to Mactan in an effort to spread his religious beliefs. He underestimated the fighting spirit of the island's chief, Labrabu, and his troops. Magellan was killed in the battle for supremacy and freedom before going ashore on April 27, 1521. Efforts to retrieve Magellan's body ended in vain, despite a trade in jewelry and spices to get his body. His monument was erected in 1866 to commemorate the martyrdom of the Portuguese explorer.

Oakridge Business Park

Mactan Shrine

Casa Gorordo Museum

The Gorodo Museum is a residential house built in the 1850s and later bought by the Gorodo family in a quiet residential area of Cebu. The coral stone on the lower part of the house will shine in the sun, and the upper part is made of pure Philippine hardwood, which is not connected with nails, but with wooden dowels. The first floor of the museum was once used as a storage room, and is now the museum's office and art exhibition area; the second floor displays furniture, kitchenware, clothing, books, paintings and other items. Visitors can visit the bedroom, kitchen, dining room, etc., to learn about 1860-1920 The life scene of the rich and powerful. There is also an elegant small courtyard in the museum, where local plants are planted. You can take a walk in the garden and listen to the chirping of birds, which will make you feel comfortable.

Cebu Taoist Temple

In 1972 the local Chinese community built this large, colorful Philippine Taoist Temple in Cebu City. Both worshippers and non-worshippers can enter the temple free of charge. Every child in the city makes a field trip here sometime during grade school. Many believers seek guidance on life choices here through various rituals or from the monks of the temple. .Whether a believer or not, you find this a clean, quiet place for meditation. You can take pictures of the exterior, but signs prohibit taking photos inside, and security guards do enforce this regulation.

Lapulapu Monument

Carmelite Monastery

Located in the center of Cebu, Carmelite Monastery is one of the more famous churches in Cebu. The exterior of the church is pure white with green doors and windows, and it is particularly charming. It is one of the main places for local religious activities such as Mass. The church was where the Philippine president sought refuge before the EDSA revolution. There is also a souvenir shop inside the church where you can buy some religious gifts.

Sto. Rosario Parish

Heritage of Cebu Monument

The Cebu Heritage Monument is located in Parian Square on Coron Street. It records the important history of Cebu and is one of the important landmarks of the city. The monument sculpture group is the work of the national famous artist Edgardo Castrillo, which took 7 years to complete and is open to citizens and tourists. Each monument seems to be telling the old Mactan war, ancient trade, etc., and is presented to everyone through Edgardo Castrillo's ingenious carvings. Cebu Heritage Monument is one of the important attractions for foreign teaching in many primary schools in Cebu.

IEC Convention Center Cebu (IC3)