A glimpse of Davao City

Today is the feast of St. John the baptist and we had an unexpected visitor at home. My first cousin from my father's side came in to visit us because she had been in Davao attending a seminar in line with her job. She just took the chance to meet her relatives here since she haven't seen us for more than a decade already. My cousin was so surprised how things had changed a lot. In fact she got lost upon going to our house. When we finally meet each other again, we were so excited updating with each others lives that she decided to stay for another night so we could also tour her around the city before going back to her hometown. So the day was basically intended for a quick city tour with my sister and I acted as her guide. Here are the places we visited earlier with the pictures that I took myself..

We went to a durian candy factory outlet called Durian World located at Mc Arthur high way, Matina. Durian fruit is abundant in our city, that is why Durian candies and delicacies are also a popular pasalubong or treats for family and friends. My cousin was so happy because she bought her durian goodies at a much cheaper price compared to buying it from the mall.

Next we brought her to the Shrine of Infant Jesus of Prague located at Shrine Hills Matina. This shrine is known to be miraculous. I can really attest to that since most of my prayer request were granted by making a prayer of petition here. We also decided to attend the afternoon mass and was really inspired by the priest's homily. The place is really solemn so there is no distractions at all and you could really feel the presence of God during the mass.

Our next stop was at Jack's Ridge located also in Shrine Hills. It is just a walking distance from the Shrine of Infant Jesus of Prague. The view was so breathtaking from the top and you could really appreciate the beauty of the city. The place is a also a known tourist spot, with nice restaurants, swimming pool, piano bar, coffee shop, function halls and a souvenir shop, surely, it is one place in Davao that is worth visiting.

My cousin wanted to buy some souvenirs so we brought her to Aldevinco Shopping Center located at CM Recto Ave..also one of the places which is popular to tourists and local visitors alike. Here you can find items which are really affordable and can even haggle with the price. Lots of money changers outlets too, for a fast and hassle free currency conversion.

After shopping for souvenir items, we decided to take our dinner at Mang Inasal. I like their chicken barbeque and dipping sauce, the taste is just right. This restaurant has also a nice homey ambiance. Just the right place when you want extra loads of rice because of their unlimited rice promo. :P

After dinner we did have a grand time at the Ayala Abreeza mall. It is the biggest mall in Davao at present, which opened just last month. We did a little shopping too. I really like this mall because it is very spacious and you can find shops which is fairly new to the people of Davao.

After spending more than an hour of roaming around Abreeza, we were so tired that we wanna revive our energy by trying out starbucks coffee this time. So yummy that we still does not want to go home and instead decided to go to People's Park as our last destination for the day.

So that's the end of our quick tour and we went home almost past midnight already..and mind you, I still manage to write this blog..even if I am sleepy now..So see you next post everyone..Hope you enjoyed my recent post..Thanks for reading :)

xoxo