[Fort San Pedro | Cebu Island, the "oldest fortress in the Philippines"]

[Fort San Pedro | Cebu Island, the "oldest fortress in the Philippines"] — A legacy of the Spanish colonial period, this fort, built in 1565, was the base for the Spanish army to defend Cebu⚔️ Now it has a quiet park-like atmosphere, and is a place where you can relax a little away from the hustle and bustle of Cebu city🌿 ⸻ 📍[Location & Access] ・Cebu city center, within a 5-minute walk from the Santo Niño Church and Magellan's Cross🚶♀️ ・Just say "Fort San Pedro" to the taxi driver🚕 🕰️[Opening hours] 8:00-19:00 (open every day) 🎫[Admission fee] Adult About 30 pesos (about 80 yen) Children and students also have rates ⸻ ✨【Points of interest】 ・The triangular stone fortress is perfect for taking photos📷 ・The inside is a small museum, and documents from the Spanish colonial period and everyday items from that time are on display🗺️ ・If you climb up to the hill, you can see all the way to the harbor✨It's a great spot for a great view! ⸻ 📸【Recommended photo spots】 ・The arch at the entrance (the stone monument of "Fuerza de San Pedro") ・The courtyard lawn, palm trees, and stone walls create a nice contrast🌴 ・The angle of climbing up to the top of the wall and looking down on the harbor is also popular♪ ⸻ 🎒【Tips】 ・It's often hot, so a hat and water are essential💧 ・You can tour the area in about 30 minutes to an hour. It's best to visit it together with the Santo Niño Church and Magellan's Cross. - The benches and shade on the premises are perfect for taking a break. - Local guides may call out to you. If you're OK with an explanation in English, ask for one. (Of course, it's OK to decline!) ⸻ #CebuTourism #FortSanPedro #Philippines #CebuIsland #AbsolutelyFreeTrip