Temple of Leah: The Philippine Taj Mahal Built for Love

Visit Duration

Entrance Fee

Weekdays: ₱120 adults, ₱80 children under 4ft/seniors. Weekends: ₱150 adults, ₱100 children/seniors. Parking: ₱50 cars, ₱30 motorcycles

Best Time to Visit

The dry season (December-May) offers the clearest views and best weather. Visit early morning (7-9 AM) to avoid crowds and enjoy peaceful exploration, or late afternoon (4-5:30 PM) for stunning golden hour photos with the temple lit by warm sunlight. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends. The temple is open year-round including holidays.

How to Get There

Located in Busay, about 30-40 minutes from Cebu City center. By taxi/Grab: ₱250-400 one way. By habal-habal (motorcycle taxi): ₱150-200. No public transportation reaches the temple directly. Many visitors combine it with other Busay attractions like Sirao Flower Garden and Tops Lookout.

What to Expect

Expect a grand structure with impressive Roman-style architecture including towering columns, bronze sculptures, and lion statues. The 24 chambers contain personal memorabilia, artwork, and photos documenting the love story between Teodorico and Leah. The temple offers panoramic views of Cebu City from its elevated position. Photography is allowed and the site is very Instagram-worthy. Plan 1-2 hours for a complete visit. The temple is still under construction with more features being added.