MANILA, Philippines — What does it take for a region to be called A Gateway to a Thousand Journeys?
With 170 islands decked with tapering coastlines, limestone plateaus glimmering in the sun, sprawling coastal planes, as well as rolling hills and rugged mountain ranges, Cebu Province opens up to a myriad of explorations to pursue, making it one of the top tourist locations not only in the Visayas but also in the Philippines.
Cebu prides itself on having multiple destinations, from stomping grounds steeped in centuries-old history to enchanting beaches and coral atolls.
Here is a rundown of some of the places one can go to while there:
Magellan’s Cross Pavilion
Located in Cebu City beside the Basilica del Santo Niño, the structure houses a Roman Catholic cross believed to have been assembled by the Spanish expedition led by Ferdinand Magellan in 1521.
The pavilion, along with the structures within its perimeter, is declared a National Cultural Treasure of the Philippines.
Sirao Flower Garden
One of the lesser-known places in Cebu City, Sirao Flower Garden boasts of a variety of flora sprawling across its grounds.
The vivid colors of both endemic and internationally sourced flowers have made the 8,000 square-meter location reminiscent of Keukenhof Park in the Netherlands.
Temple of Leah
Very much like the story of how Taj Mahal was built in India, this Roman architecture-inspired megastructure is a symbol of a husband’s devotion to his wife of 53 years.
Developed in 2012 in Cebu City, the mausoleum consists of 24 chambers dedicated to an art gallery, museum, library and bar, alongside life-sized representations of ancient Rome.
Sumilon Island
Just a short boat ride from the famous municipality of Oslob is the shifting coast of Sumilon Island.
Perfect for those who want to enjoy a day on the beach without the overwhelming crowds, the pristine sandbar on the southernmost part of the island allows for diving and snorkeling.
Due to the number of experiences one can delight in Cebu City, one may wonder if they can stay for a longer period or perhaps for good. This is what inspired Vista Residences, the condominium arm of the Philippines’ largest homebuilder, Vista Land, to build in the Queen City of the South.
Suarez Residences Cebu, a mixed-use 29-story condominium along Gorordo Avenue, is at the heart of and is accessible to every destination in Cebu City.
A short walk from Fuente Osmeña Circle and Cebu Provincial Capital, the uniquely designed L-shaped condominium will accommodate a mall-in-miniature on its ground and second floors, while the amenities area, which will contain a swimming pool, a gym equipped with top-of-the-line exercise equipment and an outdoor lounge and viewing deck, will be situated on the fourth floor.
This condominium will house both hotel and residential sections with the former located on the fifth to 10th floors and the residential spaces from 11th to 28th floor. All floors will be laid out with compact studios and spacious one- and two-bedroom flats.
Complementing the residential, retail and hospitality components of Suarez Residences Cebu are 24/7 state-of-the-art security, three underground parking floors and intelligent management and building systems.
Suarez Residences Cebu carries over two decades of expertise in space planning and property development and management Vista Residences continuously delivers to its key customers, along with flair for finding accessible locations in the most attractive of locales.
For more information on Vista Residences condominiums and lease-to-own units, visit www.vistaresidences.com.ph, like and follow @VistaResidencesOfficial on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, or call (0999) 886 4262 and (0917) 582 5167.