Sights
Edit This
Buenavista Island, Samal
Contributors
October 23, 2005
change
by manny
April 21, 2006
change
by issa
Display all
or display just:|
Churches and Cathedrals Hotspots | Landmarks | Parks, Gardens and Zoos |
Show best rated on top | Show in alphabetical order
Sea Wall of Davao, a.k.a Davao's Bay Walk
Edit This
Sea Wall: The Little Mermaid with the Backdrop of Azure Sea specked with a small white boat
photo by: Aweng Moral-Basco
Located at the length of the Matina Coast is the lovely Sea Wall that offers some of the most spectacular sunsets in Davao as well as beautifully adorned grounds to stroll around. It is here where the famous golden replica of Michaelangelo's David stands at a height of over 30 feet tall. The towering statue is fronted by a pretty, lengthy pool of baby sharks and other tropical fishes. Further down is the iconic statue of the Harbour of Denmark, a sculpture crafted in the image of the original Little Mermaid. The water-front park offers lovely white more..
| type: | Landmarks |
| World66 rating: | 
[rate it] |
| address: | Matina Aplaya, Davao City |
Shrine of the Infant Jesus
Edit This
Shrine of the Infant Jesus
This shrine located at the top of Matina Hill is an open air shrine
with replicas of the Infant Jesus of Prague and Our Lady of Fatima. A
nice and quiet place to reflect and
worship. It also commands very nice views of Davao City, Davao Gulf, and Samal Island.
| type: | Churches and Cathedrals |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | Shrine Hills, Matina, Davao City |
Eden Nature Park
Edit This
Eden Nature Park
Eden Nature Park is nestled at the foot of Mt. Talomo. At 2,650 feet above sea level, the resort offers one of the best views of Davao City and the Davao gulf. It used to be an over-logged area in the '70s until the Ayalas planted pine trees all over the place, making the resort 95% man-made. Today, the place provides a relaxing alternative to the bustling city life with its cool weather and unpolluted air.
Eden Nature Park's amenities include the amphitheater, the flower garden, hiking trails, mountain ponds, jogging lane, organic vegetable and herb garden, prayer garden, more..
| type: | Parks, Gardens and Zoos |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| tel: | +63 82 299-1020, +639189307590 |
| url: | www.edennaturepark.com.ph |
| address: | Eden, Toril |
| email: | info@edennaturepark.com.ph |
Tudaya Falls
Edit This
Tudaya Falls
This 100-meter waterfalls is the tallest waterfalls in the Mt. Apo National Park. It is located in Sta Cruz municipality of Davao del Sur, about 3 hours by car from Davao City.
| type: | Parks, Gardens and Zoos |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | San Miguel Odaka, Davao del Sur |
People's Park
Edit This
People's Park: A durian-inspired structure that offers some excellent views of the park.
photo by: Aweng Moral-Basco
Among the city 's newest and grandest free attractions, the People's Park stands on the former site of the PTA Grounds. The new city landmark is barraged by people from all walks of life, and of every age. On its busiest days, it is here where you'll be able to witness how cosmopolitan the city of Davao is. The park is also conveniently located near the downtown area and is flanked with dining amenities from almost every side. The nearest place for tourist or local visitor accommodation is the Apo View Hotel. The Royal Mandaya is more..
| type: | Parks, Gardens and Zoos |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
White Water Rafting
Edit ThisDavao boast the best wild water rafting spot in the entire Philippines.
| type: | Hotspots |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
Mount Apo National Park
Edit This
Mt Apo
At 2,954 meters, this is the country's tallest peak. Other
attractions nearby include Lake Venado, and several falls
and hot springs.
The Department of Tourism Regional Office organizes climbs to Mt Apo, which usually take place around March or April.
| type: | Parks, Gardens and Zoos |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
Crocodile Farm and Davao Wild Water Adventure
Edit This
Wild Water Adventure
Here you'll find lots of crocodiles, a few taken from the Davao River. They
come in different sizes, the largest one aptly named Pangil, is about 20
feet long.
One of Davao's newest attraction is white water rafting on the Davao
River. The 3-hour run starts from the highlands of Baguio District,
then down to Calinan, and then the lowlands. All in all there's about
30 rapids of varying degrees of difficulty. There's also additional
activities for the more adventurous, like cliffside rappelling.
| type: | Hotspots |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | Davao Crocodile Park, River Front, Corporate City Diversion Highway |
Philippine Eagle Conservation Centre
Edit This
Philippine Eagle
photo by: Manny
A must for all conservationists and nature lovers to visit!
Located in the highlands of Baguio District is this centre dedicated to
the conservation of the very rare Philippine Eagle. In the wild, these
eagles are found in the forests around Mount Apo. In the centre, you
will see various Philippine Eagles bred in
captivity. This centre employs various methods of artificial
ensemination to try and save the eagle from extinction. There are
also other species of "raptors" on display, plus a host of other
animals in an open air zoo.
| type: | Hotspots |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | Baguio District |
Coral Garden
Edit This
This garden can only be accessed by boat. Near the coast of samal this
place is rich with different corals and fishes. One can rent a local
boat or a tour guide to this marvelous place.
| type: | Hotspots |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
San Pedro Cathedral
Edit This
San Pedro Cathedral
San Pedro Cathedral is the seat of the Catholic Archdiocese of Davao. It is the
oldest church in the city, and is located at the corner of San Pedro Street
and C.M. Recto Avenue.
| type: | Churches and Cathedrals |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | San Pedro St., Davao City |
Lon Wa Buddhist Temple
Edit This
Lon Wa Temple
photo by: GOO
The Lon Wa Buddhist Temple is the biggest Buddhist temple in Mindanao . It is located in the northern suburbs of Davao City, along J.P. Cabaguio Avenue. Features include Italian marble slabs, a magnificent Buddha, a gold Kuan Yin, carved wood ornamentation depicting the life of Buddha, carp-filled lily ponds, and high-ceilinged halls.
| type: | Churches and Cathedrals |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | J.P. Cabaguio Avenue |
Malagos Garden Resort
Edit This
Malagos Garden Resort
This resort located somewhat in the highlands of Davao City has lots of
orchids, plus other flowering plants laid out in beautifully
landscaped
gardens. It also has a few birds, an ostrich farm, and other animals on
display. Other attractions include the Butterfly Sanctuary and a one-of-a-kind Bird Show
once every weekend.
| type: | Parks, Gardens and Zoos |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | Baguio District, Davao City |
Loleng's Mountain Spring Resort
Edit This
One of the many Guesthouse for rent
photo by: Melissa Solito
Loleng's Mountain Spring Resort is another nature resort that commands a dramatic vista of metropolitan Davao. Blessed with a cool climate, it has accommodation, convention and sports facilities. It also has a vast playground, chapel, restaurant and a free-flowing spring water swimming pool. Entrance fee of P50 unless you are booked for an overnight stay.
Travel time from the Davao airport to Loleng's is approximately one hour. If taking off from Davao City proper or downtown area, travel southwards to Toril District. Travel time is about 45 minutes.
| type: | Parks, Gardens and Zoos |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
| address: | Toril, Davao City |
