Magellan's Cross Pavilion

pavilion in Cebu City
#1 in Cebu City / #15 in Philippines
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by Carlo Joseph Moskito
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Magellan's Cross Pavilion, located in Cebu City, Philippines, is a significant historical landmark that commemorates the arrival of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in the Philippines in 1521. The pavilion houses a large wooden cross, which is believed to have been planted by Magellan upon his arrival. The structure is situated in a small chapel next to the Basilica del Santo Niño and is a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors who are interested in the rich history of the Philippines and the spread of Christianity in the region.


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