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Simala Shrine: A spectacular And Blessed Castle-Church In Cebu
The Monastery of the Holy Eucharist, or also known as Simala Shrine, is a sacred, miraculous and solemn castle-church that holds a special place in my heart. Magical, gorgeous and divine, Simala Shrine has in many ways given me enlightenment and inner peace, ultimately leading me to the right path. And as cliché as it may sound, it really is a shrine of miracles and a place for spiritual healing. Simala Shrine is a life-changer I’m not a saint or an overly religious person, but I make sure to visit this place at least four times a year. The Simala Shrine is where I pray and say thanks to…
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Cherry Blossom In Sibonga: A Taste Of Japan In Cebu
Ever dreamt of traveling to the “Land of the Rising Sun” to catch sight of its famed and striking cherry blossom? Well, guess what? You don’t have to travel as far as Tokyo or Kyoto, and spend a fortune, just to lay eyes on Japan’s eye-catching national flower. As a matter of fact, all you need to do is see a real cherry blossom in Cebu is to take a 2-hour bus ride from the city’s South Terminal Bus and make a stop to the town plaza of Sibonga. Just recently, me, my girlfriend, and the rest of my family went to Sibonga’s cherry blossom, after a visit to Simala…
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Sirao Flower Garden: The Vividly Beautiful Mini Amsterdam Of Cebu
Sirao Flower Garden, fondly nicknamed as Mini Amsterdam in Cebu, was a buzzing and trending topic that headlined our social media channels in 2015. Often billed as one of the most eye-catching spots in Cebu, this hidden garden was flooding our Facebook feeds, and luring people from all over the island with its fiery celosia flowers and stunning landscapes. With its immense popularity and extraordinary beauty, the place instantly became a hot-spot for selfies, nature photography and pre-nuptial pictorials. As with most curious Filipinos and millennials in the city, I was so intrigue by this vivid garden that I decided to go to Sirao Flower Garden, even though it was…
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19 Fun And Awesome Things To Do In Siquijor
Siquijor is, as far as I’m concerned, one of the most undervalued gems in the Philippines. Despite its tropical splendor and smashing natural beauty, Siquijor remains an overlooked travel destination that doesn’t get a lot of attention and plaudits. Let’s face it, people are just scared to go to Siquijor because it has been unjustly labeled as a land of sorcery, mystery and witchcraft. One of the most enigmatic and intriguing islands in the archipelago, Siquijor is rumored to be home to evil witches as well as diabolic supernatural beings, like the engkantos (environmental spirits), agtas (giants) and aswangs (the not-so attractive version of vampires). But the truth is, this…
