Last June 30, 2013, I was with these awesome people to celebrate the Social Media Day 2013 in Cebu. I was one of the speakers of this event. Thank you Potato Webs for this great pics and videos. Thank you really for that long exposure. More power to you guys! Special thanks to Third Team…
Firmoo Free Glasses | July “Summer” Edition
It’s summertime in the US,and even if it’s already rainy season in the Philippines you can still see lots of people wearing sunglasses on the street. They need sunglasses to see without their eyes watering up, or the brightness causing headaches, or the sun’s glare blinding them. Picking up a pair of prescription sunglasses at Firmoo.com is…
The Newly Opened Laguindingan Airport | Picture Tour
Last June 15, 2013 the Laguindingan (soon to be International) Airport finally opened for operation. I’m lucky to be in one of the first few flights to Laguindingan Airport that day. I am excited and curious at the same time, and most likely all of the passengers who will be flying out and flying in…
Gabii sa Kabilin 2013: Fo Guang Shan Chu Un Temple
The Chu Un Buuddhist Temple is one of the branches of the worldwide Sangha of Fo Guang Shan based in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Chu Un in Cebu City has been providing Dharma services and educational and cultural activities to Filipinos for more than 20 years. (GSK 2013 Guide) The temple is located just near where I…
Iligan City | Dear Manok
Majority of the food places here in Iligan City or probably in Mindanao and Visayas is more of grilled food. For some reason, majority of must go to places here are offering grilled food, and Dear Manok is one of the most visited and must try here in Iligan City. Before Mang Inasal came into…
Gabii sa Kabilin 2013: Iglesia Filipina Independente
Here’s a quick visit at the Iglesia Filipina Independente along the old parian road. I don’t really have a decent pic, it’s just a camera phone that I’m using. Here’s a quick view (image) of the map on how to get there:
Gabii sa Kabilin 2013: Museo Parian sa Sugbo
The Museo Parian sa Sugbo showcases the history and culture of the Parian District of Cebu, which was the economic heart of Cebu City for most of the Spanish Period. Built in 1730, the museum is the former residence of Jesuits who did missionary work in the Diocese of Cebu. (GSK 2013 Guide) I enjoyed…
Gabii sa Kabilin 2013: San Pedro Calungsod Chapel
San Pedro Calungsod Chapel is a recently built chapel in honor of the first Visayan saint, San Pedor Calungsod, that has become one of Metro Cebu’s newest cultural attractions. Its strikingly contemporary architecture is a testament to Cebuano’s deeply-rooted religiosity in a fast-changing world. (addcg to the Gabii sa Kabilin 2013 guide). San Pedro Calungsod…
Gabii sa Kabilin 2013: Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House
The Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House is a house museum in the Old Parian District featuring the lifestyle of 18th and 19th century of Cebu (GSK 2013 guide). When I arrived at Line 5 where majority of the heritage sites in Cebu is, the area was filled with expectators watching the sing and dance performance of the…
CEBU | Gabii sa Kabilin 2013
Gabii sa Kabilin (GSK) or Night of Heritage is a special annual event, where people visit museums and heritage sites in one night. From 6PM to midnight, guests enjoy cultural shows, exhibits, children’s activities contests, food fairs and other activities. To get to their participating sites, guests walk or ride busess and tartanillas (horse-drawn carriages).Cebu…