Magellan's Cross

Magellan's Cross is a cross planted by a traveler name Ferdinand Magellan on April 8, 1521 after arriving in Cebu Island. In the exact same website a mass was held where Magellan had baptized the local chieftain Rajah Humabon as well as his better half Hara Humamai as well as some 800 natives on April 14, 1521.

Today, the 496 years of ages cross lies in the heart of Cebu between the Cebu City Hall and also Basilica Minore del Santo Niño along Magallanes Street. The road is named after Magellan, Magallanes being the Spanish translation of the traveler's name.

The cross is currently house in a small church and also an indication placed at the foot of the cross claims that the original Magellan's Cross is framed in the Tindalo timber cross showed in the center of the chapel. This is to shield the cross from individuals that chipped it, thinking that the damaged part possess miraculous powers. There is nevertheless a rumor that the original cross that Magellan had actually grown was ruined or shed but it was changed by the Spaniards to recognize Magellan when they ultimately colonized the Philippines.

Magellan's Cross is widely utilized as an icon which could be found in logos, banner and seals by both government and also non-government company alike. As a matter of fact it is also located on Cebu City Seal.

Magellan's Cross today continues to be just one of the most seen Cebu traveler area by both regional as well as international vacationers alike. Regional citizens make a living below by selling candles, Santo Niño photos or paintings and also other spiritual things. Some candle seller will certainly supply their service to dance and hope to Santo Niño Cebu's patron saint to bring you good luck.

Suggestion: Avoid using a lot of precious jewelry as well as always watch on your valuables as this is one of one of the most crowded place in Cebu specifically on Friday afternoon as the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño commemorate its mass.