Finally, we had some time today to explore Cebu’s historic centre. The most important part of the area was Santo Niño Basilica. Housed within a chapel of the basilica was the cross planted by Magellan when he landed in Cebu in 1521.
Some historians dispute that and suggest that the cross is a replica planted by the Spaniards later.
Being in the old basilica seemed strange, to me, at least. This is a little piece of Spain in the heart of Asia … it felt so South American or even Californian as well.
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- Santo Niño Basilica
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- Magellan’s cross. Some say it is a replica planted by the Spanish after they Christianised the Philippines.
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- At the base of Magellan’s Cross.
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- History of Magellans’ Cross.
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- Inside the Basilica.
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- Step-dad having a quiet moment.
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- Family photo outside the Basilica.
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- Can anyone name these saints?
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- Outside the Basilica.
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- Motorised rickshaws in Cebu.
