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Casa Gorordo Museum

Cebu prides itself on many things, from the undeniable talents of musicians and artists that came from Cebu, to the its spectacular festivals. But one thing that you can’t deny from the locals is the fact that they keep sacred their culture and heritage. To see what Cebu was like in the past, one of the main tourist attractions to visit would be the Casa Gorordo Museum.

About the museum

Once the home of Juan Gorordo (1862-1934), Cebu’s very first Filipino bishop, the Casa Gorordo Museum houses some of the oldest and most cherished relics and items of the lifestyle of the Filipino people during the 1860s to 1920s. Here, you can take a tour inside and experience the atmosphere of the past Filipino time. You can view paintings and furniture from the olden days and enjoy the view of the amazing courtyard.

Experience

The first time I went to the Casa Gorordo Museum, it was for a drawing class. We had to capture the beauty of the outside in the courtyard. It was beautiful. The maintenance of the place is superb and the view was absolutely breathtaking. It is truly a sight to see and a place to experience.

Brief info of Bishop Juan Gorordo

Juan Gorordo was born on April 20, 1862. At the age of 23, specifically on May 31, 1885, he was ordained as a priest. At the age of 47, he became the Auxiliary Bishop of Cebu. His dedication for spreading christianiy and his love of Cebu furthered his role. On April 2, 1910, he was appointed to Bishop of Cebu. And in his death, at the age of 77, he died as Bishop Emeritus of Cebu.

** you can visit the museum from Monday to Saturday at 9:00 am to 12:00nn and 1:00pm to 5:30pm. Admission is P15.00 for adults and P5.00 for kids.**

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