Temple of Leah - The Symbol of Undying Love and Ceaseless Devotion

in #travel7 years ago (edited)

When a man builds a house for a woman, it means that he is thinking about their future together. But what if a man builds a temple of you as a sign of his love, how do you think a woman will react to that?

This is what Teodorico Adarna did for his wife, he built a Grand Temple to symbolize his undying love for his wife, Leah.

In the year 2012, a temple inspired by Roman and Greek architecture was constructed in the Queen City of the South, Cebu Philippines. It is a 7 story-mansion that has a museum, gallery and a library that is all inspired by the favorite things of Leah.

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As you enter the temple, very intricate sculptures will welcome and transport you to a different world. At least, that's how I felt when I was there.

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The location of the temple also gives you a birds eye view of the City, perfect for those who are really not into museums. I've seen some who go their just to have a picnic with a view, the museum has a few tables and chairs for this purpose.

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The construction was still on going when I went there 2 years ago, I am not sure if they have finished building everything but it was still worth the visit. And hopefully I can come back this year because I really miss this place.

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Thank you @ashim for your upvote! :)

Something new and excited. Thanks for sharing with newbies . Follow me back

beautiful, but why do they allow people there, is it not a private estate?

Its open for public, but you have to pay $1 to enter the temple. :)

Wow, I didn't know a temple like this exists in Cebu. I might have to revisit Cebu someday! Thanks.

You definitely should go back to Cebu @diabolika. :)

This is very cool. Upvoted.

Wow, that is a heck of a building! Good for him. Maybe someday I can build a couple of these :)

Why not??? But why would you want to have two temples? haha

hmmm... depends on the women i suppose. Just kidding lol This was a grand gesture for sure. i would want to have two buildings like this however not announce them as temples. maybe just summer/winter homes :)

Wish a woman would build me temple lol

don't everyone wish someone would build a temple for them? haha

Beautiful skies around there. Another place on my bucket list :)

Yup, this place is really beautiful. :)

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