The Marian Church in Simala

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A lot of Cebuanos and Marian devotees flock Sibonga every now and then to give thanksgiving, pay their respects and ask for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Indeed, over the past half decade the Monastery of the Holy Eucharist Church located in Simala, Sibonga, has become one of the most visited places in Cebu.

The Marian Monks of the Eucharistic Adoration run the church. Inside the church are numerous statues, an altar, pews, and a lot of memorabilias. The cabinets hold a number of personal letters addressed to Mother Mary, which has become a source of inspiration for the people who visit the church every day.

Apart from the magnificent church structure, the area has a lot of features. They have a gift shop that sells pendants, rosary beads, prayer books, bibles, and statuettes, among other items. Proceeds are used to fund food and lodging for the monks. They also have a wishing well, several gardens and a picnic area.

If you wish to visit Simala, it is located specifically at the Marian Hills of Lindogon, Simala, in Sibonga, Cebu. If you opt to travel by public transportation, proceed to the Cebu South Bus Terminal located at N. Bacalso Avenue, Cebu City. Hop on a bus heading towards Argao and prepare for a two-hour drive. The ride can cost each passenger approximately Php50.

In Sibonga, you will be welcomed by habal-habal and tricycle drivers with whom you can negotiate a ride to Simala. The church is located a few kilometers away from the Sibonga highway. The 15-minute ride could cost approximately Php20.

A friendly reminder though, wear something decent when you visit Simala as it is a holy place. Sleeveless tops and other types of revealing outfits are not allowed inside the church.

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2 Comments

1. 

   Everything Cebu

   August 28, 2012 at 4:55 PM

   Even though Everything Cebu is not connected with the Marian Church in Simala, we are sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience, Lila. We hope that they will do something about this.
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   lila victoria

   August 27, 2012 at 10:56 PM

   BAKIT BA ANG IBANG NAMAMAHALA NITO AY DI MARUNONG MAG SKEDYUL NG MATINO ABOUT CHOIR…. MAY IBA AY NAKIKISINGIT SA DI NILA SKEDYUL,,,,, AT NAPALABAS NA ANG KABILANG CHOIR NITO AY NAGMUMUKHANG TANGA…. EWAN KO AT DI PA MARUNONG MAMERSONAL NA HUMINGI NG PAUMANHIN ANG IBANG NAMAMAHALA SA SUNDAY MASS DIYAN SA MGA KASAPI NG CHOIR NA MINUMUKHA NILANG TANGA…NA DI INALINTANA KUNG GAANO KALAYO SILA NANGGALING…… WE THINK THAT ITS ” UNFAIR ” …WALANG MAHIRAP O MAYAMAN,,, TAYONG LAHAT AY PANTAY PANTAY…LANG