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Sinulog 2010 Live Coverage

Sinulog 2010 Live Coverage through www.sinulogsasky.com

Sinulog 2010 Live Video Stream starts at 8AM.

Cebu Sinulog 2009 Video Documentary 3rd Place Winner

Here’s the 3rd Place Winner of the Cebu Sinulog 2009 Video Documentary Contest.

Congratulations to the people behind this entry. To find the rest of the winning video entries, just follow this link, Cebu Sinulog 2009 Video Documentary Winners.

Black Shama, Cebu Endemic Bird

Cebu, being a home of forests which are found in the distant southern and northern parts of the province, is a dwelling of different species of insects and birds. One bird which is endemic or only found in Cebu is the Black Shama (Copsychus cebuensis). Sadly, however, due to the changes in time and the development of the province that have damaged the forests, these birds are now endangered species.

*image sourced from arkive,org

The Black Shama is often referred to as Siloy although it is more appropriately called the “siloy itom” since there are a lot of birds from Shama family that are referred to as siloy in the Cebuano dialect and may not be necessarily the ones endemic to Cebu.

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Sweet Ampao

Sweet Ampao

Carcar, Cebu is known for a lot of things from having the most gifted artists in the nation, along with having the best delicacies ever to reach your taste buds. You may know it for its amazing chicarons (pork rines) but it is also known for its sweet, sweet ampao. Of course, I bet Rachael Ray  would choke into guessing as to  how  this delicacy is made. continue reading » »

Cebu pets: at large

Cebu pets: at large

It’s a great feeling whenever you see all those cute little puppies cuddling each other at the comfort of your home. Well, I certainly would like to have those adorable terriers, Japanese spitz’s, Dachshunds or that tiny pug. Other than those cuddly doggies; kitties, lovebirds, guinea pigs, rabbits, aquatic creatures and hamsters are just some Cebu pets available in the metropolis. continue reading » »

Fort San Pedro

Fort San Pedro

One of the least well known historical sites of Cebu would be Fort San Pedro located in the Pier Area. Though it doesn’t get as much promotion as the Magellan’s church or Sto. Nino church, it is still a place you can visit to learn more about the history of Cebu. continue reading » »

Casa Gorordo Museum

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. continue reading » »