“In the quiet curves of Banawa’s landscape, the Good Shepherd’s light whispers hope, transforming every stone into a beacon of faith.”
A garden that can be seen on the rolling hills of Banawa, it has earned its reputation as a site of pilgrimage—a harmonious blend where art, nature, and faith intertwine to create a space of solitude and renewal.
The Good Shepherd
Dubbed the Celestial Garden, this garden features a white life-sized statue. The statues are arranged to narrate the story of the Stations of the Cross, each sculpture capturing a moment of the Passion of Christ. It is the best destination for visitors and devotees during Holy Week, truly a simple, calm, and solemn place to reflect while honoring the annual tradition of locals and visitors alike.
Impact and the Heart of the Community
In many ways, the sanctuary is not only a pilgrimage site during the week of religious observance; it is also a continuous invitation for tourists to stop, reflect, reconnect, and embark on a deep personal journey in finding themselves. The hilltop of Banawa beckons us to take a moment for ourselves, breathe deeply, and embrace the profound silence.
In exploring places like the Good Shepherd, we often find that the journey extends far beyond the physical trek—it becomes a way to explore our own histories, dreams, and the timeless interplay between tradition and transformation.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
Rates
- Entrance fee: No fee
Other Information
- Operating Hours: Always Open
How to get there?
Exact Location: Celestial Garden Banawa Cebu
- By Jeepney: Look for any jeepney or bus headed to Banawa. Routes such as the ones bound for Labangon or Banawa, L12 is a common option.
- By Car: Use a navigation app like Google Maps or Waze. Set your destination to “TanChan Celestial Garden” or simply “Celestial Garden, Banawa, Cebu City.”
