10 Interesting Facts about Davao City
10 Interesting Facts about Davao City
Davao City or
also known as “Dakbayan sa Dabaw” is located in the southern part of the
Philippines. It belonged to one of the cities in Mindanao Island. This city is
said to be the largest city in the Philippines in terms of land area. Its name is
derived from its Bagobo origins which talk about the blending of three subgroup
names from the Bagobo.
This
city brings beautiful colors in various components of the city. Thus, here are
some ten (10) interesting facts about Davao City.
1. The first-ever Mindanaoan Philippine President lives here
Rodrigo Roa Duterte is the first-ever President that comes from Mindanao. And he lives in the city of Davao. Hence, the great president I could ever say.
Also,
his daughter, Sara Duterte-Carpio, is the third woman to hold the position of
Vice President in the Philippines, following in the footsteps of Gloria
Macapagal-Arroyo and Leni Robredo.
2. The Kadayawan Festival is held in Davao City
Every third week of August yearly, this festival is being done to give thanks to the bountiful harvest and the serenity of living.
3. Durian is Everywhere!
Durian is a fruit that is popularly known and a signature fruit in Davao. It has a unique appearance, memorable smell, and a splendid taste that’s so hard to resist.
4. Philippine Eagle Center is here
The country’s only Philippine Eagle Foundation can be found in Malagos, Davao City, in the foothills of Mt. Apo. Rare and beautiful eagles can be found in there, though some of it is endangered, it’s been kept there for reservation.
5. There are 11 ethno-linguistic groups in Davao City
Davao is a multi-cultural town consisting of six Moro tribes and five non-Moro (Lumad) tribes all living in harmony. There is a Tribal Village in Magsaysay Park where you can connect and know more first-hand about their culture. I invite you to come and talk to them, they’re polite and wonderful. If you can talk Bisaya then cracking a joke is quite easy.
6. Coconut is Everywhere!
Coconut or best known as “The Tree of Life” as it brings you many usages in every part of the tree. The majority of the coconut trees can be found here.
7. It got nice beaches
This city will give you beautiful looking beaches. It will also tranquilize your soul in great happiness together with great sceneries.
8. You can be at the top of Mount Hamiguitan
Watching the beautiful scenes in real, authentic view you can get in climbing at Mount Hamiguitan. It gives the feeling of perfectly-being relaxed by it. Also, it will help you at some point to exercise upon trekking.
9. Café Houses
This city is bounded by many café houses that will give you a soothing relax in warm hints of different coffee or any drinks in there.
10. One of the safest city in the Philippines
This city is one of the safest places in the Philippines. The crimes are depreciating and low as the authorities and citizens are in great accordance with the law and highly follow it.
These
are just some of the few facts, but believe me, there’s still more to this. Pay
a visit now to Davao and explore the splendid beauty and learn more about the
city.