Davao

Region
Kirsten Cassandra P. Pascual
Jazreen Licelle M. Dorlones
 Davao Region,
formerly called Southern
Mindanao, is an
administrative region in
the Philippines,
designated as Region
XI. It is situated at the
southeastern portion of
Mindanao, comprising
five provinces: Davao de
Oro, Davao del Norte,
Davao del Sur, Davao
Oriental, and Davao
Occidental.
 Many historians believe that the
name Davao is the mixture of the three
names that three different tribes, the
earliest settlers in the region, had for
the Davao River. The Manobos, an
aboriginal tribe, referred to the Davao
Rivers as Davohoho. Another tribe,
the Bagobos, referred to the river
as Davohaha, which means "fire", while
another tribe, the Guiangan tribe, called
the river as Duhwow.
 The history of the region dates
back to the times when various
tribes occupied the region. It is
believed that
the Manobos, Mandayas, Kalagans,
Mansakas, and the Bagobos
occupied the area. These are the
same tribes that created the small
settlements and communities that
eventually became Mindanao.
FESTIVALS
IN DAVAO
Araw ng Dabaw
It is celebrated every March 16.This is a week-long
celebration of the founding of the city that culminates every
16th of March with a socio-civic and military parade, sports
competitions, and fireworks.One of the highlights of the
celebration is the selection of the Mutya ng Dabaw (Miss
Davao) from among the most beautiful ladies in the land
every 15th of March.
 Kadayawan Festival
Celebrated every 3rd week of August.This internationally
renowned festival is a weeklong celebration and thanksgiving for
nature's bountiful harvest. Celebrated annually every third week
of August. The activity coincides with the harvest time of
Davaoeños exotic fruits and the blooming of the waling-waling
(vanda sanderana). The festival culminates with its most famous
and much-awaited grand floral parade (where one can see
countless and breathtaking mobile floats full of real and fresh
flowers) and the dancing in the streets.
Pasko Fiesta
Celebrated in the entire month of December.Pasko
Fiesta sa Davao is an integration of festive and competitive
Christmas activities showcasing colorful lightings and array
of decorations in barangays, public parks, roads and
buildings, and a series of competitive performances
showcasing the community's creativity and talents while
keeping alive Christmas traditions.
Chinese New Year Festival
Based on the Lunar calendar.Created under Executive
Order No. 01, series of 2009, the Davao Chinese New Year
festival celebrates the harmonious relations of the locals
with the city's Chinese community as it promotes the
development of the Chinatown.. Festival highlights include
a motorcade, film showing, exhibits, temple visits, nightly
entertainment and the Chinatown Night Market.
TOURIST
SPOTS IN
DAVAO
Bemwa Farm
Bemwa Farm got its name from the initials of five
friends who decided to put up the said establishment:
Berwin, Eugene, Marlo, Weldy, and Aimee. A summer
destination in the northern part of Mindanao, this farm is a
2-hour drive from downtown Davao City which offers a
peaceful, green scenery, and a cool weather perfect for all
ages to enjoy.
Pearl Farm Beach
Pearl Farm Beach Resort was once home to a pearl
farm, where precious pearls were nurtured and cultivated
as the ocean's most beautiful gems. Today, it is Samal
Island's jewel; an exceptional destination just off the coast
of the bustling Davao City.
Davao Crocodile Park
The Davao Crocodile Park is an establishment that
showcases a ‘state of the art’ crocodile farming system in
the Philippines. It has the most recent crocodile farm
design equipped with modern facilities and equipment.
They inspire people to respect and appreciate nature and
share their knowledge and enthusiasm with others.
 Eden Nature Park
A mountain resort located at 3,000 feet above sea
level, Eden Nature Park is 95% human-made! It is a great
model of how humans can re-create nature and rebuild a
lost environment. Discovered sometime in 1971, the resort
used to be a logged-over area covered only by a blanket of
wild grass.
Roxas Night Market
Famous night market in Davao and a great place to try
the local street food. The Roxas Avenue Night
Market begins at the crossroads near the Marco Polo hotel
and continues for about 1 kilometer southeast
down Roxas Avenue. Once the food stalls end, the clothes
and accessories stalls begin.
People’s Park
People's Park is an urban public park in central Davao
City, Mindanao, Philippines.The People's Park was created
through the conversion of the old PTA Grounds or the
Palaruang Panlunsod (lit. City Playground), a sporting and
events venue of the city, into a park.
Museo Dabawenyo
Opened in 2008, this museum & gallery focuses on the
people, history, art & culture of Davao. It is loacated at
Andres Bonifacio Rotunda, Poblacion District, Davao City,
Davao del Sur.
D’bone Collector
Natural history museum & education center showcasing
preserved skeletons of various animals. Located in San
Pedro St, Poblacion District, Davao City, Davao del Sur.
Philippine Eagle Center
Forest-like conservation center for endangered
Philippine eagles, offering educational tours at Malagos-
Baguio Road, Brgy, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur.
Mount Apo
Mount Apo, also known locally as Apo Sandawa, is a
large solfataric, active stratovolcano on the island of
Mindanao, Philippines.
Dagh
ang
Salam