On our 2nd day here in Zamboanga City, we will tour the island part of tourist Asia's Latin City of the Philippines. Zamboanga City is the 6th most populous in the Philippines and the 2nd most populous in Mindanao after Davao City It has a population of over 977 thousand and is subdivided into 98 barangays, a day visit is not enough to explore this amazing city.
Gitagum is a fifth-class church in Misamis Oriental Province, Philippines. There are eleven barangays, four of which are urban areas due to their strategic location along the national highway and along Iligan Bay. Light commercial and industrial establishments are located in these barangays.
Built-up areas for Urban Purposes include only 2.5% of the total land area of Gitagum used for residential purposes and close to the public market, commercial establishments, churches, schools, municipal gymnasiums, squares, and other government buildings of the municipality The Coastal Burnay and Pangayawan barangays are covered with mangroves which remain protected.
Gingoog is a second-class city in the Misamis Oriental province of the Philippines. Like other communities in the Philippines that have retained the Spanish spelling, the city's name is written as Gingoog but pronounced as HEE-Ngu-og, since it originated as the word binukid.
The term Gingoog originally comes from the word "hingoog" meaning "good luck" by a Lumad tribe. It was one of the oldest cities in the province of Misamis Oriental, predating the province's capital and economic center, Cagayan de Oro, which was founded in 1871.
El Salvador is a City located in Misamis Oriental Province, Philippines, and has a population of 58,771. The city has an area of 106.15 square kilometers or 40.98 square miles, which is 3.39% of the total area of Misamis Oriental. Based on these numbers, the population density is estimated at 554 people per square kilometer or 1,434 people per square mile.
The municipality of Claveria is a 1st class Municipality in Misamis Oriental Province, Philippines. It has a total population of 52,478 and is also the largest in the province by area. The town was once called Tikala, a local term for 'miracle'. Tikala was once ruled by Datu Manlumupog, an aboriginal warrior known as the 'Higaunons', meaning 'people of the land'. Despite the simple way of life, they were held together by their sacred code called Bungkatel Ha Bulawan, which passed under his teaching,
The Municipality of Binuangan is a 6th-class municipality in the province of Misamis Oriental, Philippines. It has a population of 7,441 inhabitants according to the census 2020. The household population of Binuangan is broken down into 1,556 households or an average of 4. The municipality has a land area of 30. 43 square kilometers which constitute 0. 97% of Misamis Oriental's total area.
Balingasag Municipality is a second-class municipality in Misamis Oriental Province, Philippines. The city is being pushed for inclusion on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites for its impressive variety of colonial buildings with touches of Mindanao's indigenous architecture.
Balingoan is a fifth-class municipality in the Misamis Oriental Province of the Philippines. As of the 2020 census, it has 1,020 residents. The municipality has a land area of 57.80 square kilometers or 22.32 square miles which constitutes 1.85% of Misamis Oriental's total area. Formerly part of Talisayan, it is gained independence on March 1, 1952. According to local legend, it derived its name from the word "John's Fishing Net" ( John's Fishing Net), which later became simply "Love you".
Alubijid, officially the Municipality of Alubijid, is a 4th class coastal municipality in the province of Misamis Oriental, Philippines. t has a population of 32,163 people According to the 2020 census.
The municipality has a land area of 85. 56 square kilometers or 33. 03 sq mi, which is 2 . 73% of the total area of Misamis Oriental. The age group with the largest population in Alubijid is 5-9 years old, with 3,205 people. The age group with the smallest population, however, is 296 people between 75 and 79.
The Municipality of Baganga is a 1st-class municipality withinside the east coast part of Davao Oriental province in the Philippines. It is the biggest municipality and town in land area and the province's 1st legislative district. It has a populace of 58,714 inhabitants according to the 2020 census making it the third-biggest city in the provincial city of the province's 1st legislative district.
Talaingod Municipality is a second-class municipality in Davao del Norte Province, Philippines. As of the 2020 census, it has a population of 28,333. The city was incorporated under Republic Law No. 7081 on January 29, 1991. The community was formerly part of Kapalong and politically subdivided into 3 barangays, Dagohoy, Palma Gil, and Santo Niño.
Tagum City is the 1st magnificent component City and capital of Davao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a populace of 296,202 people making it the maximum populous component town in Mindanao.
Santo Tomas is a 1st class municipality in the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines famous for its sweetest Bananas and home to a diverse mix of cultures with Mandaya and Ata Manobo. The population is mainly Cebuano.
The municipality covers an area of 221.80 square kilometers or 85.64 square miles, which is 6.48% of the total area of Davao del Norte. The household population of Santo Tomas in the 2020 Census was 128,667 broken down into 30,750 households. The age group with the highest population in Santo Tomas is 5 to 9 and the age group with the lowest population is 80 and over.
The Municipality of San Isidro is a 5th-class municipality in the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines, with an abundance of eco-cultural wonders and one of the quickest eco-tourism sites withinside the province and a getaway for fun, thrill, learning, and adventure. It has a population of 27,233 people according to the 2020 census.
The Island Garden City of Samal is a 4th class city in the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines. The Igacos or famously known as Samal is part of the Davao metropolitan area and is two kilometers away from Davao City, the largest city and the main economic center of Mindanao. The name Samal derives from the Sama Bajau peoples, the indigenous people who were the first inhabitants of the island. It has a population of 116,711 inhabitants, according to the 2020 census.
In the past, the inhabitants of the island named a place for which this place was known; the Peñaplata is said to derive from the word "pineapple" due to the abundance of pineapples in the area; This is a popular etymology, however, as Peñaplata literally means "silver rock" in Spanish.
Later on, Spain controlled to triumph over the island withinside the past due 1840s while Nueva Vergara (Davao City today) became established. Japanese forces occupied the island and pressured human beings to paint for 4 years till they have been expelled via way of means of the Allied forces. The time got here on July 8, 1948, when the complete island itself turns into a part of the newly created municipality of Samal it became the reputable founding of the municipality.
In 1953, the municipality of Babak became comprised of Samal, marking the political department of the island among the 2 municipalities. In 1969, a proposal to create the sub-province of Samal was created by Republic Act No. 5999 and covered the area of the present-day city. Samal is the only city in the country that encompasses two entire islands, hence its name the Island Garden City.
The city's economy depends greatly on its agricultural production. Copra, mango, corn, vegetables, citrus, and fish are the major products of the island. Livestock production is also a major product with Davao City as the primary market.
Beach in Kaputian, Samal Island The city is the largest resort city in the country. It has also numerous marine reefs and tranquil waters that lure tourists to visit them, especially on Talikud Island. There are 34 registered resorts with a combined capacity of 1,000 rooms in the city. The most popular of these is the Pearl Farm Beach Resort, owned by Ms. Universe 1973 winner Margarita Moran.
Because of these, the Department of Tourism named it one of the best-visiting islands in Mindanao and is currently one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the country. Thus, tourism is the main source of income in the city. The biggest taxes are imposed on the tourism and resort industry.
There are 3 primary fairs held yearly withinside the metropolis, namely: White Nights Festival, which takes vicinity each day with Kaputian because the venue, celebrates the metropolis's cultural and ancient heritage; and Fishing is likewise a developing commercial enterprise region in this metropolis and it can't completely supplement the call for meat merchandise imported from different components of the country, mainly in close by Davao City.
The metropolis has a number of port and deep-water terminals, besides a barge wharf at Babak district, to supply marketplace merchandise without delay to the metropolis, so the metropolis authorities recommended constructing fishery complexes throughout the metropolis to limit the call for marketplace merchandise imported to the metropolis.
Island City Express (operated through Mindanao Star) every day trip to Kaputian, Babak, and Peñaplata from Davao City (thru Kinawitnon ferry port).
The Kabasan Festival, which coincides with the founding of Babak municipality celebrated every month of May. The famous activities are bikini open contests, fireworks displays, avenue-dancing and avenue parties, and motocross events
The White Nights Festival takes region each day held at the beaches in Kaputian and celebrates the city's cultural and ancient heritage
The Hugyaw Madayaw Festival is a spin-off of Davao's Kadayawan Festival which is likewise held yearly in August, and additionally, an try and keep the diminishing Sama lifestyle withinside the island.
Monfort Bat Sanctuary is the world's biggest fruit bat colony and is likewise placed withinside the island.
Check this link for the list of beautiful beaches on this island
Panabo is a 3rd class component city in the province of Davao del Norte with a total population of 209,230 people, according to the 2020 census. Panabo City covered an area of 25,123 hectares and is also part of the Davao Metropolitan Area located between Carmen town and Davao del Sur's boundary, Davao City.
The local government unit of Panabo was created into a component city of Davao del Norte by virtue of Republic Act No. 9015 and ratified by the residents in a plebiscite held on March 31, 2001. It was bordered by the shores of Davao Gulf to the east, by Davao City to its west and south, and by some of the municipalities of Davao del Norte in the north.
The Municipality of New is a 2nd class municipality in the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 57,913 people.
The municipality has a land area of 250.00 square kilometers or 96.53 square miles constituting 7.30% of Davao del Norte's total area. Based on these figures, the population density is computed at 232 inhabitants per square kilometer or 600 inhabitants per square mile. Finally, the old dependent population consisting of the senior citizens, those aged 65 and over, total 5.00% (2,743) in all.
Kapalong is a 1st class municipality in Davao Del Norte, Philippines, considered one of the oldest towns in the province founded on July 8, 1948, when the founding district of Tagum split, other were Tagum, Oanabi, San Isidro, Santo Tomas, and Kapalong between 1941 to 2004 respectively.
It has a five-hectare botanical lawn inside a giant banana plantation, wherein a big selection of waling-waling and cattleya orchids thrive. The city additionally has a five-hectare botanical and floral lawn internal a giant banana plantation. Various animal species, along with the endangered Philippine eagle, mouse, deer, and tarsier, are stated to wander withinside the area. Situated throughout the Municipal Hall of Kapalong is the brand new Town Square cum Theme park.
The municipality of Carmen is a 1st class municipality in the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines. Carmen is a coastal municipality with a total population of 82,018 people, according to the 2020 census.
Its coastal arrears are relied upon with the aid of using the fisher oldsters as an essential supply of livelihood along with dust-crab fattening and fishing. A bastion of courageous Filipino infantrymen, this once-battleground is now a historic shrine in Davao del Norte. The metropolis is likewise recognized for its great rice fields and wealthy marine resources.
Braulio E.Dujali Municipality is located in Davao del Norte Province, Philippines with a total population of 35,729 people, According to the 2020 census. January 30, 1998, when this town was defined through the Republic Act No.8473, carved from parts of Panabo and Carmen and named after Braulio Española Dujali, leader of the first group of settlers to arrive from southern Cotabato.
Asuncion is a 1st class municipality withinside the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines with a population of 61,893 people, according to the 2020 census. Previously referred to as Saug, Asuncion is a landlocked municipality withinside the coastal province. The municipality has a land place of 297.39 rectangular kilometers which constitutes 8.69% of Davao del Norte's general territory.
Davao del Norte is a province withinside the Philippines positioned withinside the Davao Region in Mindanao. The present-day Davao Region is coterminous with this former province. Davao del Norte is likewise acknowledged as "The Banana Capital of the Philippines.
Davao del Norte had a populace of 1,125,057 withinside the 2020 census. The populace density became 297/km2 (768/sq mi). The primary languages spoken are Cebuano and Davawenyo. English and Filipino also are extensively spoken. Talaingod is the house of many indigenous agencies in Davao del Norte, with a maximum of them Lumads and Aetas.
The Municipality of Sulop is a 3rd class municipality in the province of Davao del Sur, Philippines located about 17 kilometers from the town of Digos, the seat of the provincial government of Davao del Sur. The community is midway between two major growth centers in Mindanao, namely Davao City of Region XI and the General Santos City of Region XII. it has a population of 35,151 inhabitants according to the Census 2020
Santa Cruz is the 1st class municipality withinside the province of Davao del Sur, Philippines. and part of Metropolitan Davao. Santa Cruz situates withinside the Northern part of Davao del Sur bounded via way of means of Davao City at the north and south via way of means of the town of Digos.
Santa Cruz is traversed via way of means of mountain levels and excessive alleviation that consist of a part of Mount Apo, the best mountain top withinside the Philippines, straddling the south, principal, north, and north-western quantities of the municipality. The rugged topography of the principal vicinity step by step undulates towards the coastal plains of the north-Japanese, Japanese and south-Japanese parts. Santa Cruz has good weather all 12 months spherically characterized via way of means of moist and dry seasons.
Padada is a 3rd class municipality in Davao del Sur with a population of 29,878 people, according to Census 2020. It is bounded on the north by the municipality of Hagonoy, on the west by the municipality of Kiblawan, on the south by the municipalities of Sulop and Malalag, and on the east by the Davao Gulf. The Poblacion is approximately 12 kilometers from Digos, the capital town of Davao del Sur.'
Padada as a city become prepared on July 15, 1949, after its advent into such with the aid of using the distinctive features of Executive Order # 236 of Elpidio Quirino, then president of the Republic of the Philippines. Antonio Go Pace becomes the primary mayor with the aid of using appointment who become the erstwhile councilor of Santa Cruz. Padada is a part of the province of Davao del Sur mendacity among a hundred twenty-five levels 20’ east longitude and six diplomae 28’ 44’ north latitude. The Poblacion is about 12 kilometers from Digos, the capital metropolis of Davao del Sur.
On April 10, 1910, the Diocese of Zamboanga became created and took all ecclesiastical territories in Mindanao far from Cebu. Then, on January 20, 1933, Pope Pius XI created Cagayan de Oro as the 2nd diocese in Mindanao. During this time Mindanao became divided into dioceses, Zamboanga, and Cagayan de Oro.
In 1934 due to the scarce wide variety of missionaries and considering Davao has handiest 8 Jesuits administering it, Bishop Luis del Rosario of Zamboanga searched for overseas assistance and was certainly considered one among the people who replied and became the Foreign Mission Society of Quebec or popularly called P. Fathers or La Société des Missions-Étrangères (in French: Pretres de Missions-Étrangères,).
In 1937, the primary P. Fathers who arrive right here in Davao had been Fr. Clovis Rondeau, Omer Leblanc, Leo Lamy, Conrad Cote, and Msgr. Clovis Thibault became the principal proponent of organizing the Parish of Padada. On December 17, 1949, Davao have become the Prelature Nullius to which Clovis Thibault became appointed as administrator. Michael Parish Of Padada, On June 29, 1951, Pope, Plus XI improved Cagayan de Oro to an archdiocese collectively with Jaro. The Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro has become the primary archdiocese in Mindanao.
When Davao became later improved right into a diocese, Bishop Thibault became canonically instituted as its ruling bishop on July 11, 1966. Clovis Thibault throughout the Parish fiesta of Digos on August 22, 1952. They had been welcomed via way of means of the humans of Padada withinside the individual of Mayor Gregorio Matas, Bonifacio Semilla the president of the Catholic Association, and plenty of others who had been supportive of the stated plan. Padada Parish Church, Christians throughout this time need to be excited upon listening to the news.
Right after that day, they repaired the antique chapel and later on moved it withinside the house of the Yap Family that's the area of the church at the gift. They efficiently did it 3 weeks time earlier than their fiesta with the assistance of the humans. We couldn't be positive whether or not they dismantled it piece via way of means of a piece or carried the complete shape all of the manners to its new location like what we Filipinos typically do in Bayanihan which substantially witness our spirit of communal cohesion and attempt. On September 29 of that year,
Fr. Gravel celebrated the yearly fiesta of St. Michael the archangel withinside the new site. Gravel became the primary and was stated to be the longest-assigned priest of Padada. Even at the gift, his character persisted withinside the recollections of the humans because of the riding pressure who laid the principles in their dream.
Matanao is a second magnificence municipality withinside the province of Davao del Sur, Philippines. This town is bordered withinside the west by the metropolis of Columbio, withinside the province of Sultan Kudarat, withinside the north by the cities of Magsaysay and Bansalan, withinside the east by Hagonoy and the town of Digos, and withinside the south through Kiblawan.
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Mt. Minandar, Maguindanao's latest attraction Cusiong withinside the Municipality of Datu Odin Sinsuat gaining recognition amongst hiking fanatics from Cotabato City and neighboring locations due to its proximity and the high-quality perspectives from the height. From Cotabato City, a solo climb to Mt. Minandar's final week and the enjoyment changed into high quality. At that height, I became rewarded with fantastic perspectives of Illana Bay, Cusiong Beach, Timako Hills, and Bongo Island.
Kapatagan is an area positioned withinside the highlands of Digos City, Davao del Sur. It is a cold place, being positioned on the foothills of Mt. Apo and expanding at about 1,299 meters above sea level. The fertile soil of Kapatagan makes it perfect for plant propagation and the manufacturing of vegetables. It is one of the assets of vegetables in the Digos area. It is likewise a not unusual place to look cute flora of various species developing in this place.
Nestled in the beautiful place called Kapatagan, Camp Sabros Highland Resorts has so much to offer; from great food, overwhelming views, and thrilling outdoor adventures such as zip line, vintage stuff, big bikes and horses, cabins, and picturesque surroundings. Packed and ready for your next trip going to Camp Sabros.
Camp Sabros Highland Resort is located in Barangay Kapatagan, a mountainous community in Digos City, province of Davao Del Sur in the Philippines. The climate in Kapatagan is tropically cool that's why lots of Highland resorts along the road are rising like mushrooms.
Malalag is a second elegance municipality withinside the province of Davao del Sur, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a populace of 40,158. Malalag is in the rural middle of Davao del Sur, and its predominant merchandise is banana, coconut, and different end results and vegetables.
Some pioneers hint at the town's call from a confrontation between a Spanish soldier and Datu Alag, a well-known chieftain of some of the early tribes. It became stated that Datu Alag made an appointment with the Spaniard and promised him to be his guide. However, Datu Alag broke his promise, and now no longer one of his fans ought to inform where he has gone.
Glamping cuts throughout the listing and hits all of the sweetest spots. It’s continually withinside the super outside and nearly continually withinside the maximum coveted and delightful natural destinations. If you’re used to motel accommodations, that is an ought to attempt for you. You can have your very own personal area at the same time as being one with nature – that is the maximum important.
When getting tired, we often long for a short break to regain our focus, not just both physically and mentally but also need to give our inner selves to reconnect with the Creator we believed in. So I quickly leaned back in my seat and fiddled with the phone looking for a spot that can be visited until I came across a picture that caught my attention – A huge cross at the top of the mountain that’s why planning for a weekend was not so long drive has begun.
Kiblawan is officially the Municipality of Kiblawan, located in the province of Davao del Sur in the Philippines. As of 2020, it had 49,381 residents. Kiblawan is made up of the Barangays: Bagumbayan, Paitan, Kiblawan, Kibungbung, Manual, New Sibonga, Maraga-a, Ihan, Bunot, Latian and Balasiao from the municipality of Sulop . The Municipality was created under Republic Act No. 4748 on June 18, 1966, and signed by President Ferdinand Marcos.
Hagonoy is a 3rd-class municipality located in Davao del Sur, Philippines. There are 56,919 people living in Hagonoy according to the 2020 census. When Hagonoy was created into a municipality in 1953, these Cebuanos from Danao City settled there. Nathaniel Capuyan and Loselo Capuno Sr. migrated to this area in the 1970s, finding work at local sugarcane plantations. In time, more and more people followed, settling on farmland owned by Alejandro Almendras.
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A city in Davao province, Digos is officially called the City of Digos and served as an important local government center. It's also home to 188,376 people It is situated on Mindanao's southern shoreline, with General Santos City to the south, Davao City as a major city located on the southwestern part, and Cotabato City to the west. It is included in the metropolitan area of Davao.
Davao City is a first-class urbanized city in Davao Region, Philippines. The city has a land area of 2,443.61 km2 (943.48 sq mi), making it the largest city in the Philippines concerning the land district. It is the third-most jam-packed city in the Philippines after Quezon City and Manila, and the most populated city in Mindanao gathered under the region by the Philippine Statistics Authority. As demonstrated by the 2020 insights, it has a general population of 1,776,949 individuals
Bansalan is a first-class district in the territory of Davao del Sur, Philippines located around 72 kilometers south of Davao City, 12 kilometers north-west of the common capital city of Digos, and is entirely passable via land transportation generally by transports going to Cotabato City, Kidapawan, and Tacurong. The adjoining towns remember Makilala for the north, Magsaysay in the west, Matanao in the south, and Mount Apo, and part of Digos in the east lies on the northeast of Mt. Apo Natural Park. Its complete land region is 48,548 hectares and is partitioned into 23 towns or barrios where the Poblacion is the fundamental place.
Later long weeks of loaded work, it's time now to get back to North Cotabato from the dashing megacity of Marawi in Lanao Del Sur as we intend to stay then during the weekend. Early morning, we packed our things to take the 196 kilometers route covering the Iligan City – Talakag – Wao route to reach the city of Alamada where the Asik Asik Falls is located.
Maragusan is a first-class municipality in the province of Davao De Oro located on the border of Pantukan and Davao Oriental. It has a population of 64,412 people according to census 2022 and is considered the 3rd most populated municipality in the province. Maragusan is surrounded by vast mountains as the main city is situated at the center and looks like in the center a “Kawa” (frying Pan).
After a short break from a long drive from Davao City, we will head to Basilan. Early morning, the line first to get ferry tickets for people and vehicles. We reached the first trip. From Zamboanga City, it took lower than an hour to reach Basilan, an islet fiefdom conforming of 2 metropolises and small municipalities. Arriving on the Island is a short mess to get around, which is also what I do regularly; community visits to deliver programs and services for lower fortunate communities.
Buluan is a 4th class Municipality and the new executive capital of Maguindanao on the island of Mindanao, Philippines. It has a population of 57,406 people according to the 2020 census and is politically subdivided into 7 barangays. Buluan is located in the east part of Mindanao, less than an hour's drive from Tacurong City in Sultan Kudarat.
North Cotabato is one of the provinces blessed when it comes to natural resources, one of which is the Asik-Asik Falls of Alamada, Mt. Apo Natural Park in Kidapawan City, the Bungulanon Falls in Magpet, and many more. These are just one of the ones we have visited in recent months.
Another opportunity to welcome me when I revisit the city of Marawi in 2022. The weather is warm and the climate is calm. During this visit, we have nothing else to do but take a road trip inside the Marawi City and we will start this trip in the town of Baloi in Lanao Del Sur; a home of the majestic waterfalls, the Ma. Cristina Falls. Monday morning we traveled through the cities of Baloi and Saguiran less than a 2-hour tram ride to arrive in Marawi City
This trip is one of the longest land passages since the reopening of least covid 19 restrictions for trippers. In March 2022, our trip from Davao City Philippines to Zamboanga City began a two citied position on both ends of the Mindanao chart, covering the 683-kilometer route using the google map. We decided on a land trip since there's no air trip at this time.
It was February, I am privileged to visit the province of Maguindanao, one of the interesting fieldom in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), the Philippines. One of the most anarhic places in the country, unsafe, if you ask most!
Veritably early morning just before dawn, we traveled from Kidapawan City to Shariff Aguak town via Sultan Kudarat province. We passed through several municipalities in Maguindanao province; the Datu Paglas and the provincial capital of Buluan which overlooks the recently erected provincial statehouse on the trace. A little stop to take a shot and GO.
