Magellan Marker

MAGELLAN MARKER - about 20 kms. from Cebu City- Encouraged by the success of Christianizing the people of Cebu, Magellan crossed the channel to Mactan Island in an effort to spread the faith. Before he reached the shores, he was killed by the chieftain of the island, Lapulapu and his men during the battle for supremacy and freedom on April 27, 1521. Efforts to retrieve the body of Magellan were futile inspite of the offer to trade jewelries and spices for the dead body.This marker was erected in 1866 to mark the spot where the great explorer died.

Bantayan Island

BANTAYAN, Located in the northwestern tip of Cebu - serene and tranquil, and boasting of fine white sand beaches, this island is a favorite holiday hangout, especially during the Lenten season. The historically rich Holy Week celebrations of Bantayan Island is among the most elaborate in the country - using life size statues during the Holy Thursday and Good Friday processions. Bantayanons also enjoy a rare Holy week privilege of a Catholic Church exemption from fasting from a 200 year old Papal Bull edict.