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Cebu is a part of Philippines. This island is one of the larger islands comprising
Philippines. The cultural heritage of this island started from the Spanish influence
(the island was a colony of the Spain). The island is very modern with a thriving
nightlife and huge bustling bazaars. There are several boutiques in this island
which deal with houte couture, you are sure to pick something really eye catching.
Another interesting feature of this island is the arts and crafts bazaar which
not only caters to the island's inhabitants, but products are exported with unfailing
regularity. For a really enriching shopping spree, you must know where to shop
in Cebu.
If fine arts or rather paintings are your forte then some really fine paintings
added to your kitty would not come amiss. You will get them in Mambaling which
is famous for lepido-mosaic artist Professor Julian Jumalon. He collects damaged
butterfly wings from all over the world and creates most beautiful paintings
from them, the paintings literally seem to come alive with life and color. Visit
Minglanilla down south and pick up some stunning carpets and embroidery works.
This town is a boon to the ready made garment industry of the island. Mactan
and Maribago make Cebu's famous guitars. Buy one if you can play. Another must
buy in Cebu is the Rattan furniture. If clothes are your cup of tea, then comb
Colon Street, Philippines oldest Street. Some of the finest boutiques are located
here. Shop in the luxury of air conditioned malls. Small malls stock everything
from local manufacturers to designer labels. Make a visit to Carbon Market where
you will be able to bargain to your heart's content!
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