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Definitely a must see place in Davao City. At more than 1500 ft above sea level this is Davao City’s own version of Baguio and Tagaytay. Because it has a breath taking view of the city, is enveloped by beautiful pine trees and has a cool breezy climate (I’d suggest bringing a jacket if you [...]
For those of you who want to enjoy fishing in Davao City without the hassle of getting on a boat, waking up early to catch the fish on their feeding cycle, or having to cast one’s reel on the side of a bridge, then Campo Agua might just be the place for you. It’s a [...]
When dining in Davao, one musn’t pass up the opportunity to try one of the city’s specialities. Kinilaw na Bariles/Malasugue: is raw cubed Tuna sauced with vinegar and a dash of salt. Alongside the tuna cubes are sliced onions, radishes and cucumbers to add to the flavor. For those who don’t eat fish, there is [...]
Starting this Friday, Davao City plays host to the 2006 ASEAN Tourism Forum from Jan 13~21, 2005. In anticipation of this event, funds have been allocated by the local government in order to help in the preparations and further beautification of the City. This will be good for the city even after the ATF has [...]
One of the most famous tourist spots in Davao City is the Shrine of the Holy Infant Jesus of Prague. Situated on top of Matina Hill is this quaint and serene place of worship.
When purchasing in Davao you can usually get away with asking for a discount when you ask for it (unless it’s in a Mall or Department store.) But aside from that, you might be able to get away with something else. Pakapin (extra or excess) is what one can also ask from a store. When [...]
Nestled on top of Matina Hill is a quaint little place known as Jack’s Ridge. On this place once stood the final bastion of Japanese defense in Davao because it commanded a strategic view of the city and the advancing American forces. Today however in place of that are restaurants, function rooms, a swimming pool [...]
I might be called a hypocrite for extolling the benefits that Davao taxi’s bring to daily commuters, given that they contribute regularly to my blood pressure whenever I drive Davao’s streets. But they are quite a convenient means of getting around, since practically anywhere you can flag one down because of their cornucopia like abundance.
The San Pedro Cathedral is the oldest Church in the City of Davao. It was built in 1847 during the arrival of the Spanish Conquistadors, led by Don Jose Uyanguren. The right chapel houses the old altar (before the renovation) as well as the statues of some Saints. (Reference)
Chances are if you ask a Davaeno what the best tasting durian candy is, they will tell you that it is Lola Abon’s. True enough when I went to her house (yes, it’s a small house in a narrow side street) I saw huge baskets with packs of candies (reminds me of Willy Wonka’s) all [...]
