Life is Here : Fun Davao City
This is where I was born, live half of our life, left some 10 years and now, comes back for real. Yes, life is here in Davao City.
We have known Davao City as a peaceful city despite the location it lies. The impression given to Mindanao-ans (people living in Mindanao) are really strong. Some are afraid of us, others are aloof and unfriendly. But despite the characters that are adherent to us, the most beautiful places lies also within the island. One of it is Davao City, where fun and satisfaction meets.
Where is Davao City?
Davao City is in Mindanao. It is 608 miles away from Manila and is also about 1 hour and 45 minutes air travel from Manila. From airport to downtown is about 45 minutes land travel. It has an international airport that offers direct flights to international countries as well. Davaoenos as they call the people in this city are very loving, creative, smart and humble people.
Davao International Airport
What is yet to offer?
Davao City offers inviting establishments like malls, restaurants, beach resorts and parks. As the city grows, more and more structures are developing to support the needs of every Davaoenos. The latest of its developing site is the Gaisano Mall construction in the center of Buhangin area. Because of its continuous innovation, more people are attracted and excited to visit this place. The local government has also assured security over the city. As you can see, a lot of police are dispersing all over the streets of Davao.
When in terms of education, Davao City has universities that cater professional courses such as medicine, law, and engineering. Aside from that, there are also schools that offer technical and vocational courses. These schools accept foreign students and welcome opportunities to engage a high level of education to students interested to enroll with them.
The Health Industry
The health industry is also nothing behind other high-tech and modern hospitals in the country. The latest of its kind is the continuous construction of Southeastern Philippines Medical Center, one of the leading modern hospitals in Davao with their other facilities that accommodate special needs of their patients.
Here is a list of the top must-visit places here in Davao City
Malls:
- SM Lanang Premier
- SM Davao
- Gaisano Mall of Davao (GMall)
- Abreeza Mall
- NCCC Mall of Davao
- Victoria Plaza
Restaurants:
- Penong’s
- Colasas
Beach Resorts:
- Mergrande Beach Resort
- Water World Resort
- Seagull Beach Resort
Parks:
- People’s Park
- Magsaysay Park
- Davao Crocodile Park
Universities and Colleges:
- Ateneo de Davao University
- The University of Southeastern Philippines
- Also is the University of the Immaculate Conception
- Another is University of Mindanao
- San Pedro College
- Holy Cross of Davao College
Conclusion
There is no place really like home. A lot of places that we wanted to visit, see and explore yet we keep coming to our own home. Our loyalty to each of these homes is no comparison with how beautiful and modern other places might be. But it’s not bad to travel and see for yourself how other places affect lives and culture combination and exchange.
Durian Statue at Davao International Airport
I will share reviews of the top must-visit places here in Davao City in addition to this post. Hope this will help you eventually on your travel experience and maximize your fun visit yet still keep a budget. Also, please feel free to ask and I will help in any way I can.
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I have to admit I’d never heard of this place before! The durian statue is amusing though, I’d love to see that in person 😋
Didn’t realize Davao is so far from Manila. The city has a lot of malls. Are they all the same like in Bangkok?
“home is where your story begins.”
I agree to that completely..my story began in India, and I just love my native place. Davao city looks interesting and peaceful at the same time.
Never heard of this city– that is really cool. I think I would have been further lost if you didn’t mention Manila to be honest with you.
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I think home is so meaningful. And finding beautiful things in our own home helps us to be happier people. Traveling does give joy but home is always where the heart is. Where that lands you know you are truly home. That being said, it looks like they have a lot of great things in Davao City.
I have never heard about Davao City before but it seems like a really nice place to visit.
This is my first time hearing of ‘davao city but I am so pleased that you listed all the different beach resorts because I am big fan of the beach. I live in rainy England so I am always craving a sunny escape xx
Thanks, Anna. And welcome to Davao City.
Oh and it is near Manilla which is cool! I have always wanted to go to Manilla it is so beautiful don’t you think? x
Is that jackfruit on Durian statue. I love jackfruit. We have jackfruit trees in our house here in India. and yes home is where heart is.
Jackfruit is different from Durian. Durian has a much stronger aroma yet really creamy when you taste it.
Sounds like a really interesting place, not somewhere I’ve actually heard of before x
Davao City is not really popular like the Boracay and the El Nido Palawan but quite really interesting to try it here.
This sounds like a diverse city with lots to do. I would love to stay at one of those beach resorts. That Durian statue totally made me laugh too!
Hope you can visit it here one day, Ania. Thanks.
I can’t wait to visit places like this, My list of places to visit there is growing!
Hey, Kim. Thanks a lot.
This is a great post. I love finding out about different places. It gives you a whole different perspective.
How wonderful to be able to go back to a place that is and always will be home. It looks like there’s a nice range of thing to do as well.
Wow this sounds great! A crocodile park sounds amazing, I would totally love to visit here, sounds like there is so much to do!
I agree with you, no matter for how far I travel and how many places I see on my way I will always continue to love the place where I was born and where I was raised, simple but beautiful!
Looks like a good place to live in and visit. Education wise, I think it is great because there seems to be lot of universities too.
Sounds like a very inviting and peaceful place! I would love to travel abroad one day… Thank you for this suggestion!
Thanks for the compliment, Shawna.
“There is no place really like home” I totally agree with that. Great post really like your passion and details. 😊
Thanks. Home is where your heart is. :))
Very comprehensive blog..