For both residents and tourists, Mandaue City serves as a link to the primary tourist destinations in Cebu City and a bridge connecting the city to Mactan Island, earning it the nickname “Bridge City” of Metro Cebu. Due to its proximity to Cebu’s major landmarks—including Mactan International Airport, the Cebu International Port, and its historical sites—the city has a high potential to support tourism in Metro Cebu. The community needs breathing room to accommodate its increasing urbanization as a bridge city that connects to the city of Cebu’s ecotourism and transportation networks.

Sumpay City Link Park exemplifies the spirit of connection by promoting the community and its culture while drawing inspiration from its well-known bridges. The bridge and scenery therapy concept of the proposed city link park, which takes its name from the Cebuano word “Sumpay,” meaning “to connect,” aims to create a vibrant and memorable social space for future generations while fostering the legacy of Cebu’s rich culture and heritage. It does this by bridging age, gender, and cultural differences.

Sumpay City Link Park’s main design inspiration—from its logo, form, and overall concept—is drawn from its well-known Marcelo Fernan Bridge, one of Mandaue City’s landmarks. This provides an opportunity for the site to introduce Mandaue’s culture while connecting the community and future generations. The current landscape will be considered to safeguard future developments and present the bridge concept, which will provide stunning views and a tranquil setting for a social space while preserving the site’s natural environment. Its main objectives will be highlighted by functional spaces and bridges that connect its users. Sumpay City Link Park will be more than just a typical park that provides recreational, cultural, and breathing space; it will be a social hub that will have a lasting impact on Mandaue residents as well as the entire Philippines.