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Davao City

Davao del Sur

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Davao City is one of the largest cities in the world by land area and serves as the economic powerhouse of the south, famous for safeguarding the endangered Philippine Eagle. Visitors enjoy sweet local durian fruit, spicy tuna kinilaw, and scenic views stretching down from the slopes of Mount Apo.

Type
City
Province
Davao del Sur
Region
Davao Region
Island
Mindanao
Area Size
2443.61
Latitude
7.066667
Longitude
125.6

Resources

Jul 17, 2025 FEATR

Davao Food Trip: Night Markets, Durian & Seafood

Sampling exotic durian varieties, Roxas night market street fare, and tuna dishes in Davao City.

Jun 18, 2025 Ivan De Guzman

Davao City Vlog: Exploring Night Markets, Parks & Local Eats

Ivan de Guzman takes a city tour tasting authentic durian, visiting Malagos garden, and crocodile park.

Jun 12, 2025 thepoortraveler.net

Davao City Travel Guide with Sample Itinerary & Budget

Complete budget guide covering Eden Nature Park, Philippine Eagle Center, and Roxas Night Market.

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Festivals

Kadayawan Festival
Davao City, Davao del Sur

Kadayawan Festival

Every 3rd week of August

The Kadayawan Festival, locally known as Kadayawan sa Dabaw, is Davao City's premier thanksgiving ce
Fistahan
Davao City, Davao del Sur

Fistahan

February 9 - 14

The Fistahan is a highly anticipated culinary festival held every February 9 to 15 in Davao City. Th
Davao Chinese New Year
Davao City, Davao del Sur

Davao Chinese New Year

February 9 - 16

Also celebrated as the Spring Festival, the Davao Chinese New Year is a dynamic event in Davao City

Sugbahan
Davao City, Davao del Sur

Sugbahan

March 2 - 13

Sugbahan is a popular culinary festival and food fair celebrated in Davao City. The event highlights
Araw ng Dabaw Celebration
Davao City, Davao del Sur

Araw ng Dabaw Celebration

March 10 - 15

The Araw ng Dabaw Celebration is a grand annual festival held in Davao City to commemorate its histo
Suroy Ta
Davao City, Davao del Sur

Suroy Ta

April 1 - May 30

Suroy Ta is an exciting tourism initiative and festival celebrated in Davao City, Davao del Sur. It

Torotot Festival
Davao City, Davao del Sur

Torotot Festival

December 31 - January 0

The Davao City Torotot Festival is celebrated every New Year's Eve, created in support of the city's

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