Mandaue City is one of the most important cities in Cebu, Philippines. The prime and central location of the city has made it one of the important business and commercial hubs in the country. Apart from Cebu City, Mandaue City has developed as one of the most urbanized cities in Cebu. The city has a long historical background. It was established way back in the early 16th century. It was only in 1969 that it became a chartered city.
Mandaue City is well connected to Cebu City. Located on the northeastern side of Cebu, this place can be accessed from Cebu via roadways as well as waterways. The place can also be reached easily from Lapu-lapu city. Short excursions are often undertaken from Cebu City to Mandaue City. Two days are enough to explore the various places of tourist attractions in the city.
Mandaue City in Cebu is divided into 27 small administrative units or barangays. Some of the important divisions are as follows:
- Cambaro
- Labogon
- Subangdaku
- Tipolo
- Maguikay
- Cubacub
- Banilad
- Pagsabungan
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- Tingub
- Casuntingan
- Bakilid
- Ibabao-Estancia
- Opao
Mandaue City of Cebu is situated on the costal plains of Cebu province. A landlocked city, Mandaue City is connected to other places in Philippines via the Marcelo Fernan Bridge, Mandaue-Mactan Bridge and Cebu International Port.
The infrastructure of Mandaue City, Cebu has made it a highly urbanized city in Cebu. There are schools, colleges and universities in the city that impart quality education to the students. Apart from this, there are also ample entertainment opportunities that are offered to the common people of the city. The transport and communication industry is also highly developed in Mandaue City. Trade and commerce has flourished wonderfully well in the city.
Tourism in Mandaue City Cebu has also developed rapidly. The main attraction of the city is the Mantawi Festival, which is held every year on the 7th of May. This festival is representative of the rich cultural heritage of the city. The entire city, specially the students and teachers, participate in this festival with lot of enthusiasm and vigor. Different types of cultural events and functions are an integral part of the festival.
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