Dream weaving: The art of banig making in Pilar, Camotes

Niña Mae C. Oliverio 05/12/2024

CAMOTES ISLAND, Cebu — On a Saturday morning, a delegation from the Provincial Government’s flagship tourism program gathered at Pier 1 in Cebu City to depart for an island off the eastern part of mainland Cebu. At…

Gabii sa Kabilin 2024: Must-visit cultural and heritage sites in Cebu

Emmariel Ares 05/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines –  The much-awaited Gabii sa Kabilin (GSK) 2024 offered participants of all ages an immersive experience of Cebu’s vibrant history, which has influenced the identity of its people over the years. This year’s event,…

Chinese New Year: The faith there is inside Cebu’s Taoist Temple

Pia Piquero 02/10/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – “Patience is indeed a virtue; with it comes greater power.” This proverbial phrase holds a valuable weight in Chinese culture, particularly in matters of faith and religion, where many believe in the transformative…

Cebu City historical sites: A guide to must-visit heritage spots

Pia Piquero 01/13/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines –Step into the vibrant tapestry of Cebu City’s history and culture, where every cobblestone whispers tales of the past.  As Sinulog 2024 beckons, brace yourself for a riveting journey through some of the most…

Hand-crafted shells in Cebu: A legacy passed down through time

CTU intern Mary Godinez 08/24/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines— “Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.”   The Queen City of the South, Cebu City, is home to renowned skilled artisans, who create exquisite crafts reflecting the beauty…

IN PHOTOS: A closer look at the treasures inside the national museum in Cebu

Wenilyn Sabalo 07/29/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Museums help nurture the identity of a nation. It acts as a custodian of culture as it also helps in the preservation of the works of arts and artifacts of life that come…

Peru archaeologists explore 3,000-year-old ‘condor’s passageway’ in temple site

Reuters 07/13/2023

  ANCASH, Peru — Archaeologists working in Peru have uncovered a 3,000-year-old sealed corridor dubbed “the condor’s passageway” that likely leads to other chambers inside what was once a massive temple complex pertaining to the ancient Chavin…

K-pop weaving its magic on Cebu’s fandom scene

Erik Justin L. Aya-ay 06/22/2023

CEBU, Philippines–Formed from the catchy tunes of pop, upbeat melodies of hip hop, soulful sounds of R&B and many more, Korean Pop, or simply known as ‘’K-pop,’’ has become a worldwide phenomenon. Usually composed of 4 to…

Julieta Gempisao: Cebu City’s remaining female kutsero shares struggles in a man’s world

Resha Kaye Sarita 06/22/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Cebu City has always been known for its richness in culture and heritage. And in this modern day and age, we continue to see horse-drawn carriages, locally known as tartanilla, that continue to…

Gabii sa Kabilin 2023: A showcase of Cebu’s rich culture and heritage

Doris C. Bongcac 05/13/2023

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — A total of 22 destinations were featured in this year’s Gabii sa Kabilin, an initiative to celebrate and help preserve Cebu’s rich culture and heritage. These sites that were located in the cities…

Holy Week in Bantayan is about solemnity, faith – not fiesta

Morexette Marie B. Erram 04/06/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — With COVID-19 restrictions virtually gone, celebration of the Holy Week in Bantayan, Cebu have returned to normal.  However, its local government as well as parishioners and organizers of its Lenten activities have some…

CCTO issues traffic advisory for Ramadan Night Market

Wenilyn Sabalo 03/24/2023

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu City Transportation Office (CCTO) issued on Friday, March 24, 2023, a traffic advisory for the Ramadan Night Market that will open Friday night, March 24, 2023. Colon street will be closed…

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