Discovering Pitalo
by The Pitalo Church in Pitalo, San Fernando, is one of the smallest churches in Cebu. I am not exactly sure about its actual size, but …
Category: Heritage and Culture
Ever-Changing Simala
A couple of weeks ago, after finally receiving my motorbike’s temporary permit, I was finally able to go on a quick out-of-town trip. My destination …
Rain or Shine
I was able to attend the third day of Novena at the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño last Saturday. I know you’ve seen this type …
One Cold Morning in Cebu
So I got up early today. Like real early. I wasn’t in Cebu around this time last year so I thought that this year, I’d …
Young Cebu: Vintage Photos of Cebu
Sir Billy, a regular visitor of MCPB sent me an email today. Attached were awesome photos of Cebu during the early part of the century. …
Drenched But Still Burning: A Wet Fiesta Celebration in Barangay Guadalupe
Tomorrow is the Feast Day of the ‘Our Lady of Guadalupe’. The Virgin of Guadalupe was recently proclaimed the Patron Saint of Cebu. Sr. …
Remembering The Dead: All Saints Day in the Philippines
Every first and second of November, people flock to the cemeteries to honor their loved ones who passed away. Flowers are offered and candles …
Blessed Are The Faithful: Santo Niño Devotees Upclose
The Basilica Minore del Santo Niño is one of the most visited churches in Cebu. The church gets regular attendance from devotees who live …
Simala: A Pilgrim’s Paradise
The Monastery of the Holy Eucharist, more popularly known simply as Simala, is a church for Marian devotees in the town of Sibonga. The Monastery …
A Lovely Day in Cebu City’s Fort San Pedro
One of the oldest structures (and the most popular tourist destinations) in the city of Cebu is the Fort San Pedro. Fort San Pedro was …