Best places to visit in the Philippines (with flight options)

Dirk Andrei SalcedoFebruary 12, 20243 Mins read3.4k

Cebu City, Cebu

Cebu City, often referred to as the “Queen City of the South”, is a bustling metropolis rich in history and culture. The city is known for its vibrant festivals, warm people, and mouth-watering cuisine.

Magellan’s Cross is a significant historical landmark in Cebu City. It is believed to be a Christian cross planted by the Portuguese and Spanish explorers headed by Ferdinand Magellan upon their arrival in Cebu on March 15, 1521. Today, the cross is housed in an octagonal pavilion called the “kiosk” and is one of the main attractions for tourists because it is a part of the country’s history.

Another must-visit destination is the Minor Basilica of the Holy Child. 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.

How to get there: Cebu City is accessible via international and domestic flights through the Mactan-Cebu International Airport.

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Dirk Andrei Salcedo

Dirk is the founder and editor-in-chief of Aviation Updates Philippines (AUP), a platform dedicated to providing the latest news and insights on the aviation industry in the Philippines. With a strong passion for aviation and a background in computer engineering, he manages all aspects of AUP, from website development to content curation.