Walked by this building away from the city hall building ("mayor's office") along M.C. Briones St. and P. Burgos St. back to where I parked, just wondering what this old building is for and what's in it. There's literally no signs that say it's actually a museum. How are people supposed to know? All the doors on these sides of the building are closed and one looks like a storage entrance. If there was some kind of sign telling the public the entrance is just around the corner, I probably would have taken some time to view whatever was on display. I'll probably edit this review if I ever...
Read moreThe museum housed antiques, the majority of which were related to trade items. Their displays made it possible to visualize the trading system that existed between the Chinese and Filipinos at the time. It was fascinating to walk through the museum and see the various displays depicting the relationship between the two nationalities. Also, the staff was very approachable and friendly. They were more than happy to provide additional information or clarify things about an artifact. On a different note, the tartanilla ride to the museum was enjoyable, which added to our enjoyment of...
Read moreThe Sugbu Chinese Museum in Cebu City falls short in delivering a captivating experience. While showcasing Chinese heritage, the museum lacks depth in its exhibits and fails to engage visitors. The collection feels limited and lacks comprehensive storytelling. The museum's activities and workshops also lack excitement, resulting in a somewhat lackluster visit. Overall, the Sugbu Chinese Museum fails to leave a lasting impression and leaves much to be desired in terms of content...
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