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Dianne A
Brisbane, Australia155 contributions
Mar 2020
This statue is now standing close to a market selling souvenirs. In the photo he's surrounded by foliage looking proud. Now he's standing in what looks like a car park. What a shame. This is amazing history on Mactan Island. Maybe he'll be moved again. There's nothing written there about the battle or how brave he must have been. Sad let down what a shame. Dianne.
Written April 1, 2020
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khadije
Australia135 contributions
Dec 2019 • Family
Lapu-Lapu is the hero for Cebu.
Nice to go and explore the history not very big only took a couple of hours to walk around.
Market stalls available for souvenirs and snacks.
Close to Shangri-La hotel.
Nice to go and explore the history not very big only took a couple of hours to walk around.
Market stalls available for souvenirs and snacks.
Close to Shangri-La hotel.
Written February 6, 2020
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Bob1O
Atlanta, GA32 contributions
Mar 2020
Lots of souvenir vendors. Not much there but is of historical significance. Not many people were there the day we were there. 1/2 hour was more than enough although we were offered an opportunity to rent a boat. Still worth a visit if you are looking to do some touristy sightseeing.
Written April 1, 2020
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Ferdinand del Toro
Little Rock, AR2,856 contributions
Jun 2020 • Solo
The statue is cool to see, but it's just a statue. It doesn't do or say anything. Can't get anything from it, like all other statues. The story behind the statue is interesting. The area the statue is located in is awesome. Lots of restaurants and places for a drink. Nightlife and things to see and do.
Written January 24, 2021
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irenevff
Bulacan Province, Philippines3,881 contributions
Oct 2018 • Business
that was the question i wanted to be addressed. history books were not accurate in detailing about his death.
lapulapu was hailed as the first Philippine hero who fought with all his might and power against the European conquerors who wanted to invade this native’s homeland. eventually, after constant battles and diminishing army, he succumbed to them and converted to Christianity.
take time to take pictures with this statue for posterity. after all, lapulapu was a prominent historical
figure in the Philippines.
lapulapu was hailed as the first Philippine hero who fought with all his might and power against the European conquerors who wanted to invade this native’s homeland. eventually, after constant battles and diminishing army, he succumbed to them and converted to Christianity.
take time to take pictures with this statue for posterity. after all, lapulapu was a prominent historical
figure in the Philippines.
Written October 7, 2018
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David-Sweet
Greater Adelaide, Australia81 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
This attraction is on the island of Mactan, so it can take a while to get there by taxi, or being daring and using the local 'Jeep' style transport. It is about a 20 minute ride from the international airport. Lapu-Lapu is a local hero having resisted the 'invasion' of the Spanish under Magellan. My understanding that one of Lapu-Lapu's warriors was responsible for the death of this Spanish explorer. The garden setting is relaxing and there are a number of resorts nearby. Local stores and street-side vendors also frequent the area.
Be aware, especially as a 'tourista' and protect your valuables. Just use common sense, I did not experience any problems and I used a range of local transport options.
Be aware, especially as a 'tourista' and protect your valuables. Just use common sense, I did not experience any problems and I used a range of local transport options.
Written July 19, 2015
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J S
Shanghai, China17 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
Why would anyone go here? It's a complete (racist) waste of time. Sickening, even. The whole story of lapu lapu is simply a made up story! It's like a monument to Gandalf or King Arthur.
Written November 19, 2019
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Jen MonteCarlo
Dammam, Saudi Arabia396 contributions
Jan 2018 • Friends
As part of the historical Mactan Battle, this hero really fought for the rights of the filipinos against the spaniards, I am honored to visit his Shrine at Lapu Lapu City.
Written October 1, 2018
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Daniel E
Philadelphia, PA111 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Lapu-Lapu is famous in the Philippines. After all he killed the even more famous Magellan. But the the statue itself is not worth a detour. Only stop by if you are within a few minutes. Don’t come from downtown Cebu for this.
Written February 14, 2020
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Hans
Metro Manila, Philippines237 contributions
Nov 2019 • Friends
This statue symbolize the hero who killed Magelan, the spanish inquisitor. There is a nice park around and a lot of good fish restaurants
Written December 1, 2019
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Hi Is it open as early as 6 in the morning ? I mean the access to the statue for Picture Taking? Thanks
stecrawf2017
Liverpool, UK91 contributions
Not sure but I never saw any gates so my guess is it is always open,
ぱん666666
Sendai, Japan
母子二人で行くのは危険ですか？
娘（8歳）と二人でも昼間ならば比較的安全でしょうか。近くの民芸品店街（屋台？）にも行ってみたいと思っています。
ゆーとんぼ
9 contributions
昼間であれば、大丈夫かと思います。私が行ったときは、親切な案内（若い男性）が、近づいてきて、日笠傘を無料で貸してあげるとか言われましたが、NoThank you!と言ったら、去って行きましたが、観光客相手にチップ欲しさにたかってくるかもしれません。
民芸品街は押し売りもしてきませんし、のんびりやっている感じなので、見るだけでも全然問題ありません。
行きはタクシーで行き、そこで帰りもタクシーを拾おうとしましたが、すごく大きな観光地でもないので、タクシーは1台もおりませんでした。捕まえるにもすごくたくさんタクシーが通る道でもなく、なかなか捕まりませんでした。すごく広い場所ではないので、見るところは、30分～長くても1時間位だと思いますので、安いタクシーであれば待ってもらっていた方が得策かもしれません。
ただ、本当に暑いので水分だけはしっかり持って行った方がいいのと、日傘も忘れずに持って行った方がいいと思います。
どうぞ楽しんできてください。
is there an entrance fee?
David B
Rayong, Thailand9,813 contributions
No, admission is free.
Clyde Pollington
2 contributions
What time does the park operate? Does it have a closing time?
OhYa1337
Lapu Lapu, Philippines84 contributions
Always open :P
Jecka H
Cebu City, Philippines
Where is the exact location please like complete address. thank you
Edward F
Providence, RI31 contributions
The address is Punta Engano Road it is 7.1 km from the Marcelo Fernan Bridge it is north east up the Quezon National Highway. I hope this helps.
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- Hotels near Lapu Lapu Statue:
- (0.04 mi) #M1 One Pacific Luxury Condo in Mactan Newtown Lapu-Lapu City
- (0.04 mi) Dolphin-House Coral Point Apartments
- (0.05 mi) Punta House
- (0.35 mi) Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu
- (0.30 mi) Savoy Hotel Mactan Newtown
- Restaurants near Lapu Lapu Statue:
- (0.04 mi) Salo-Salo
- (0.04 mi) E-Zone Snack Bar
- (0.07 mi) The Lobby Lounge
- (0.05 mi) Manna STK Food House
- (0.39 mi) Tides at Shangri-La's Mactan Resort & Spa
- Attractions near Lapu Lapu Statue:
- (0.01 mi) Magellan Shrine
- (0.04 mi) NTJ Watersports Cebu
- (0.04 mi) Freedive101
- (0.04 mi) Islands Banca Cruises
- (0.04 mi) HMS Vera Scubadiving