[Magellan's Cross | Cebu Island, "The Origin of Philippine Christianity"]

[Magellan's Cross | Cebu Island "The Origin of Philippine Christianity"] — One of the most famous historical symbols in the Philippines ⛪ The cross that explorer Magellan built in 1521 to spread Christianity is still left in the center of Cebu ✨ You can feel the history of that time from its quiet appearance in a small chapel 💫 ⸻ 📍 [Location & Access] Along "Magellan's Cross Street (Magallanes St.)" in the center of Cebu City 🚌 A short walk from "Colon Street" and "Santo Niño Church" ⏰ [Viewing Hours] You can see it from the outside at any time (※ It is safe to follow the opening hours of the church) 🎫 Free admission! ⸻ ✨ [Recommended points] ・ The paintings on the ceiling are very beautiful and depict the missionary work of the time 🎨 ・ It is a standard tourist spot to visit together with St. Niño Church (the oldest church in the Philippines) ✨ ・ There are markets and food stalls where locals gather in the surrounding area, so even just walking around is fun! 🍢🌴 ⸻ 📸【If you want to take photos】 ・The light is soft from morning to before noon, so it's recommended☀️ ・Morning is the best time to go if you want to avoid people in the photo! ⸻ 🎒【Tips】 ・It's on church grounds, so it's safer to avoid bare-shouldered clothes and shorts🙏 ・There are also people praying, so please look around quietly🕊 ・There are also pickpockets targeting tourists in the area... so be sure to keep a close eye on your valuables💼 #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #Philippines #CebuIsland