Things to do in Cebu: Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

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Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral was first recognized as diocese of Cebu on August 14, 1595 and it became the metropolitan archdiocese on April 28, 1934 along with the dioceses of Dumaguete, Maasin, Tagbilaran, and Talibon as suffragans.



The Cathedral construction took some time to finish due to lack of funds and other hindrances or unexpected events. Reasons were the funds for the cathedral were used for the Moro Wars, the death of the incumbent bishop and another factor that had to stop for a while was the vacancies in the office.

During the World War II, the Cathedral was damaged and has been destroyed with the Allied bombings and only the facade and the walls remained standing. In 1950s, the cathedral was rebuilt under the management of architect Jose Ma. Zaragosa. In their 75th anniversary celebration on April 28, 2009, the cathedral has been renovated. - wikipedia

The Cathedral museum is also available located at the right side of the Cathedral. The old house converted into the museum and the entrance fee is around P50.00 per head.

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Ideas for Lodging in  Cebu

Allsons Inn Cebu City
No. 128, Gen. Echavez St., Cebu City, Philipines, 6000

This is one of the best and affordable hotels in Cebu City that is very accessible, located near the famous landmarks of the City, department stores, shopping malls and restaurants.

Another hotel that I can recommend you to stay that is also located at the heart of Cebu City is the - Cebu Century Hotel that is located in Pelaez Cor. Colon Streets, Cebu City, Philippines. The hotel is a walking distance to Santo Nino Church, Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral and other famous Landmarks.

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