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WHY DAVAO IS THE PERFECT DESTINATION?
Davao City is an absolute paradise, a place for both: gourmets and nature lovers¡¦With its unique blend of tropical landscapes, lush rainforests, white sand beaches, fruit and vegetable farms, botanical gardens and exotic marine life, Davao is truly a perfect and exciting place to visit.
GRAND GATEWAY OF MINDANAO
The City is one of the leading exporters of banana and citrus all over Asia. Scrumptious fruits such as mango, rambutan, pomelo, mangosteen, pineapple, lanzones and watermelon are also freshly produced. And one cannot forget to mention the famous Durian – the ¡°King of the jungle fruits¡±. No doubt that Davao is called as the Fruit Basket of the Country.
Davao City is also the major producer of cultured flowers. The fascinating orchids called ¡°Waling-Waling¡± (Vanda Sanderiana), the ¡°Queen of the Rainforest¡±, are profusely blooming at the City. This is one of the best-featured flowers which Davao is proud of. It is highly sought and has hunted to the foreign market. Indeed, Philippines has become the rich hunting ground of these wonderful native orchids.
The waters surrounding Davao are rich sources for commercial fishing. One of the famous is Bariles (¡°Tuna¡±) which can be made into different styles of cooking. You may grill it and dip with soy sauce and chili or just marinate it with vinegar and lemon for sashimi (raw fish). Savor its excellent taste!
The home of the captivating monkey-eating Philippine Eagle (¡°King of the Heavens¡±), Davao is famous for its beautiful wildlife. You will be amazed by what you see and discover exceptional horizons that you would enjoy for the rest of your life.
PERFECT WEATHER
Davao City is a place conducive for commerce, trade and industry because it is well-situated in a typhoon-free zone. This is one of the factors why local and foreign investors would keep coming back in the city.
ISLAND ESCAPADE
Davao City is a grand gateway to a fascinating destination. Experience and be amazed by the city¡¯s captivating combination of breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring festivals, renowned hospitality, special cuisines, botanical gardens and exquisite world-class resorts. All these possibilities just go on and on as the world go round¡¦
At Aldevinco Shopping Center, Handmade Treasures and Nieva¡¯s Arts and Crafts, shop different showcase of antique materials, brassware and elegant Muslim batiks. More tribal arts can be seen and gleaned at T¡¯boli Weaving Center and Davao Museum. You will surely love it!
If you¡¯re interested on farm visit or agricultural tour, take a break at the 95-hectare Pineapple and Banana Farm at Calinan, Orchids and Flowers of Puentespina and Mindanao Flower at Brgy. Pampanga. If you love to eat Durian, you can go to Magsaysay Park and Durian Park at Magallanes for an affordable price.
For a perfect tour de force in country club living, there are three 18 hole courses here at Davao: Apo Golf and Country Club has been one of the venues for Philippine Golf Tournaments while Rancho Palos Verdes redefines the face of the burgeoning golf movement in Asia and Lanang Golf and Country Club.
You can also do snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, swimming, surfboarding and sea fishing at Samal Island¡¦an island with great splendor and diversity. One of the famous beach resorts here is Pearl Farm Beach Resort which offers a unique mix of casual ambience, world class facilities and beautiful white sand beaches. We also have Isla Reta and Punta del Sol where you can see lots of rock formations and magnificent seacost mountains.
Breathe in the cool mountain breeze and be one with nature at Malagos Garden Resort and Eden Nature Park. If you are seeking for peace and serenity, these are the perfect places for you¡¦a getaway¡¦a healing haven for mind, body and soul. Fishing, swimming, heavenly-tasting fruits¡¦everything you love are here. You would surely have more fun and excitements that you can¡¯t ever imagine!
Nightlife entertainment is also here¡¦music bars, KTV lounge, casino, live musical performances and discotheques which make the night more colorful and attractive.
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