A temple built out of love... Yes, It is!
"I constructed this temple in the year 2012 A.D. as a symbol of my undying love for and ceaseless devotion to Leah Villa Albino - Adarna, my wife of 53 years..."
(as stated on their website)
- Teodorico Adarna
Teodorico Adarna was the owner of Queensland Hotel and the grandfather of the actress Ellen Adarna. The massive temple was built with a structure that can withstand the time and can still be appreciated over years. He wanted Temple of Leah to become the landmark of Cebu where future generations of the Adarna clan can trace their roots and heritage.
He also made a nine-foot bronze statue of Leah wearing a crown. Her wife Leah Albino - Adarna once became the Matron Queen of her Alma Mater of the University of Southern Philippines. Hence, a symbol of a great love of a husband to his loving wife. The place is also a museum of Leah's lifetime collections. Just like India's world-famous Taj Majal.
The place actually looked like the pictures on my Roman and Greek mythology lesson back in high school. A good view of the city is mesmerizing and awesome since the place is located in an upland area. I like every piece of its architectural design. It has magnificent structures and floors too!
Temple of Leah was not yet finished but it is already open for guests. An entrance fee of 50 pesos for the adult is required. Senior Citizens and kids, 10-year old and below are FREE! It is also free to take pictures inside. You can bring snacks, food/drinks. They also have a convenience store inside. And they are open until 10 pm.
How to get there:
The temple is located in the sloped mountain of Brgy. Busay, Cebu City. From JY Mall at Lahug, there are habal-habal (motorcycles) that will take you up the mountain and finally to Temple of Leah. The price per person varies from 40-70 pesos since you would have to negotiate with the driver. But now, Temple of Leah offers a shuttle service to minimize transportation expenses from Lahug to Temple of Leah and vice versa.
Schedule of trips from Lahug To Temple
2:00 PM, 3:20 PM, 4:40 PM, 6:00 PM, 7:20 PM
Schedule of trips from Temple to Lahug
3:00 PM, 4:20 PM, 5:40 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:20 PM
Pick up point: EL TAQUITO MEXICAN RESTO (Across J.Y. Square, Near Desert Factory)
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