History of St. Michael Parish – Padada
by Jane Dacumos on August 1, 2012The Spanish missionaries set foot on Davao. Fr. Francisco Lopez from the Augustinian Recollects together with Don Jose Oyanguren came to establish a Christian settlement after defeating local chieftain, Datu Bago. The following years, the Jesuits took over the apostolic responsibility from the Recollects.
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Experience Tagum city. Experience Davao Del Norte!
by Jane Dacumos on August 1, 2012Tagum City, the capital of the Davao Province, takes pride as one the most viable and most competitive business site. Cited as one of the 20 most viable and most competitive business sites in the Philippines in 2005 by the Philippine Cities Competitiveness Ranking Project, Tagum City is one of the fastest-growing cities in Mindanao and in the Philippines.
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Its more Bananas in the Philippines!
by Jane Dacumos on July 14, 2012Who among us doesn’t eat bananas? The healthy fruit contains potassium and natural sugars which are loved by many Filipinos. In our households, banana ketchup is used as a popular Philippine condiment made from mashed banana, sugar, vinegar, and spices.
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Kadayawan Festival: Pride of Dabawenyos
by Jane Dacumos on July 14, 2012Davao City takes pride in its rich culture, traditions, and beliefs. The rich cultural diversity of the province is mirrored through their festivals. The colorful and lively festivals of the city are one of the major attractions of the tourists. One highlight is the Kadayawan Festival.
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Waling-waling: The Queen of Philippine Orchids
by Kheem Caparas on June 1, 2012Waling-waling or Vanda Sanderiana is dubbed as the “Queen of Philippine Orchids”. It is also worshipped as Diwata (fairy) by the native Bagobos and discovered in the year 1882. It is the rarest, most beautiful, and most expensive orchid among thousands of species that can be found in the country.
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