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Some Things Never Change In The Queen City Of The South

4/18/2017

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​Cebu today is much more different than what it was decades ago. But even with these changes, there are still some things that have remained the same through the years. These may be places or things you can find in Cebu. The following are some of the things that have remained relatively the same even up to today.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
Fuente Osmeña Circle

Built after the turn of the century, the Fuente Osmeña Circle first started off as a fountain that symbolized the first waterworks system of the city. A park was later built around the fountain and was named in honor of the Grand Old Man of Cebu, the late President Sergio Osmeña. The circle may have gone through some renovations through the years, but it has remained relatively the same. It is one of the most recognizable landmarks of the Queen City of the South. 
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Some Things Never Change – image source: cebu-bluewaters.com
​The Fuente Osmeña Circle has become the venue for a number of major events in the city. The Fuente Osmeña Circle is also a favorite place among joggers every morning.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: tl.wikipedia.org
Cebu Capitol Building

Another major landmark in the Queen City of the South that has remained relatively unchanged through the years is the Cebu Capitol Building. The building was designed by the late Juan Marcos Arellano, one of the foremost architects of his time. In addition to the Cebu Capitol Building, Arch. Arellano also designed a number of other iconic buildings in the country, including the National Museum, Manila Central Post Office Building, and Manila’s Metropolitan Theater. 
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Some Things Never Change – image source: pinterest.com
The Cebu Capitol Building is among the oldest structures in the country and was declared a National Historical Landmark by the National Historical Institute. The building has also become one of the tourist attractions in the city and is part of the annual Gabii sa Kabilin event of Metro Cebu.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
First Mandaue-Mactan Bridge

The first Mandaue-Mactan Bridge was built during the time of the late President Ferdinand Marcos. It was the first bridge to connect the island of Mactan to mainland Cebu. When it was built, toll booths were situated on both ends of the bridge to collect fees from vehicles passing through the bridge. Toll collection was stopped in the 1980’s and the toll booths were eventually demolished.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: en.wikipedia.org
​The bridge is fondly called the “Old Mactan Bridge” by locals following the completion of the Marcelo Fernan Bridge or the second bridge spanning the Mactan Channel. The first Mandaue-Mactan Bridge may have gone through some renovations, especially after it was damaged at the height of Typhoon Ruping in 1990, it still continues to serve as one of the links between Mactan Island and mainland Cebu.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: en.wikipedia.org
Chinese Lumpia at Foodarama

Manang Sara has served Chinese Lumpia to generations of Cebuanos through the years. Longtime residents of the Queen City of the South can still remember the time when they would drop by Foodarama every afternoon after classes or on Sundays after hearing mass to eat the Chinese Lumpia.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
​The stall may have transferred to Robinson’s when the mall opened, but it eventually went back to where it gained its popularity. In fact, some Cebuanos who have already migrated to other countries would make the Chinese Lumpia of Manang Sara one of their stopovers whenever they get the chance to return to the Queen City of the South.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
Snowsheen Restaurant

Snowsheen Restaurant is one of the best-loved restaurants among longtime residents of the Queen City of the South. It was once the place to be for anyone who wanted to have a taste of good Chinese food. The place also became one of the places where families would gather for a special lunch or dinner over the weekend.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
​While the place has seen better days, it still serves one of the best pancit canton and chop suey in the city. Even with the presence of major fast food restaurants in the area, Snowsheen Restaurant continues to be one of the places where you can satisfy your cravings for good Chinese food.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: courtesy of Peter Parcon
Peanut Browas

The Peanut Browas is a true-blue Cebuano delicacy that has remained true to its roots even as many years have passed. The Cebuano version of the Lady Fingers follows the tradition of delicacies made in the southern heritage town of Argao, Cebu. Initially created in 1984, the peanut-shaped delicacy has continued to tickle the taste buds of Cebuanos for generations.
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Some Things Never Change – image source: Cebu’s Peanut Browas Facebook Page
​The Peanut Browas also continues to keep alive the traditions established by Lola Pureza generations ago. These traditions and good qualities are embedded in every Cebuano, whether living here or abroad. Due to this, Cebuanos continue to be known for good work, good environment, good friends and good food. 
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Some Things Never Change – image source: Cebu’s Peanut Browas Facebook Page
​These are just some of the things that have remained relatively unchanged through the years. What are some of the things you can still remember about Cebu that has remained the same even up to today? Tell us about it on the comments section below.
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