7 Facts about Cebu

Here are 7 interesting facts about Cebu:

  1. The population of Cebu City itself is just under 1 million but the whole province has a population of over 3 million.
  2. There are 3 independent cities, 6 component cities, and 44 municipalities.
  3. The highest elevation on the island is called Osmeña Peak at 1,072m and can me done as a short day hike in Dalaguete.
  4. Magellan's Cross in Cebu marks the 1521 introduction of Christianity to the Philippines by Ferdinand Magellan.
  5. Cebu is famous for its high-quality guitar craftsmanship, a key contributor to its local economy.
  6. Lapu-Lapu City is named after the heroic native chieftain Datu Lapu-Lapu, renowned for leading the resistance against Ferdinand Magellan in the Battle of Mactan.
  7. Cebu's renowned dried mangoes are beloved for their sweet and tangy taste, enjoyed locally and exported globally.
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