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CebuLapu-Lapu Monument, erected in honour of Lapu-Lapu,a famous chieftain who defeated Spanish soldiers.10Cebu is a province in the Southern Philippines,comprising of Cebu Island and 167 surroundingislands. Named the 7th best island destinationin the Indian Ocean-Asia region in 2007 and4th best Asian-Pacific island destination in 2009by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine, Cebu is along strip of land spanning 225km from northto south, and is one of the most developedprovinces in the Philippines. Its capital CebuCity, the oldest city in the Philippines, is themain focus of business and education in theVisayas.Also the epicentre of colonial civilization in thecountry, Cebu City has the richest history, asshowcased in the many museums exhibitingFilipino culture from centuries back. Otherlandmarks not to be missed in the city arethe Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, Fort SanPedro, Lapu-Lapu Monument, Magellan’sCross, Cebu Tops Lookout and Cebu TaoistTemple. In addition, make time to visit thechurches that line the city’s well-known streetsas Cebu is the seat of Christianity and religionplays a significant part in the daily lives of theCebuanos.For the nature lovers seeking adventure,there’s the House Close to Nature built byNestor Archival – an eco-house advocatingsustainable environment living – and the 24haHighland Farm by Rene Mercado in Agsungot,a 45-minute drive from the city proper. Forbeach lovers, head to the northern part of theisland or the southwest coast, where beacheswith the whitest sand and the most amazingdiving can be found. On the southern end,Moalboal Panagsama Beach is a focus for divecentres, while off the coast in the north, thetranquil islands of Bantayan and Malapascuamake for a pleasant excursion. You can alsovisit the other nearby islands on an islandhoppingtour.The Cebu TaoistTemple, built by theChinese communityin 1972.