Cebu's Grand Temple Of Leah: A Shrine Built In Honor Of A Mother’s Legacy

Tucked in Cebu City’s highland barangay of Busay, construction of Temple of Leah started in 2012 and expected to be finished by 2020. The temple is reportedly made up of 24 chambers that house an art gallery, museum, library and bar, among others, and adorned with life-sized statues of Roman gladiators, lions and angels all over. A wide stone steps give everyone a free access to the portico and towards the lobby where a brass 10-foot statue of Leah is erected. The commemorative plaque on the base of the statue reads:

“Beloved Wife and Mother: Leah V. Albino-Adarna was chosen Matron Queen of her Alma Mater the University of Southern Philippines. This bronze statue portrays her composure and regal bearing when she was crowned. May the beholder discern her innate beauty, poise and gentleness.”

The temple was constructed in the year 2012. It was built as a symbol of the undying love and ceaseless devotion of Teodorico Soriano Adarna to his wife for 53 years, Leah Villa Albino-Adarna. 

The temple was designed to endure the test of time and has an architecture that can be appreciated by everyone who steps foot inside. It will serve as Cebu City’s landmark for future Adarna generations where they can trace their ancestry and heritage 

 More importantly, the Temple will serve as testament to the Filipino's innate creativity, compassion, and faith. 

How to Commute to Temple of Leah

The cheapest way to get here via public transport is to catch a 04D, 04I or 04H (Lahug-Busay) jeepney from downtown Cebu City, fare is not more than P20 per person; get off at the street to Temple Leah; and walk for 5 minutes to the site.

Alternatively, you may charter a habal-habal at Lahug / JY Mall straight to Temple of Leah for P150 per motorcycle, good for 2 persons, or a taxi or grab from the downtown. Best time to go here is at opening to avoid the crowd.

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