Temple of Leah

Temple of Leah is a Roman-inspired memorial shrine located in Busay, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines. Built beginning in 2012 by businessman Teodorico Soriano Adarna in honor of his late wife Leah Albino-Adarna, the structure features towering Doric columns, marble statues of lions, angels and gladiators, and an expansive art gallery. Perched on a hillside overlooking Cebu City, it is noted for its grand architecture, panoramic views, and extensive collection of antiques and artworks.

Visitors can expect a grand Roman-style complex set on a hillside in Busay with panoramic views of Cebu City. The site features a colonnaded temple facade, large marble statues of lions, angels and gladiators, Doric columns, staircases and terraces, and an interior gallery and museum housing the Adarna family's collection of antiques, books and artworks. Open courtyards, viewing decks and landscaped grounds allow for sightseeing, photography and leisurely exploration.

Construction began in 2012 by Teodorico Soriano Adarna as a tribute to his late wife Leah Albino-Adarna who passed away in 2012. Built in the style of ancient Roman temples, the structure was conceived as a symbol of enduring love and devotion, with 24 chambers intended to house the family's art, antiques and memorabilia. It has since become a landmark representing contemporary memorial architecture in Cebu.

The temple is culturally significant as a modern expression of devotion and as a popular landmark for visitors and locals. It showcases Greco-Roman artistic influences, serves as a venue for pre-nuptial and portrait photography, and reflects Cebuano appreciation for family, art collecting and monumental architecture.