Cebu
Cebu (siːˈbuː)
Cebu is an island province in the Philippines, consisting of the main island itself and 167 surrounding islands and islets. Its capital is Cebu City, the oldest city in the Philippines, which forms part of the Cebu Metropolitan Area together with four neighboring cities.
Etymology
The name "Cebu" came from the old Cebuano word sibu or sibo ("trade"), a shortened form of sinibuayng hingpit ("the place for trading"). It was originally applied to the harbours of the town of Sugbu, the ancient name for Cebu City.
Related Terms
- Cebuano - The language spoken in Cebu and other parts of the Philippines.
- Cebu City - The capital city of the province of Cebu.
- Sugbu - The ancient name for Cebu City.
- Sinulog Festival - An annual cultural and religious festival held on the third Sunday of January in Cebu City.
- Mactan Island - An island part of Cebu province, known for its historic significance and tourism.
- Visayas - The group of islands in the central part of the Philippines where Cebu is located.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cebu
- Wikipedia's article - Cebu
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