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Davao Journeys

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December 31st 2008
A long overdue blog about Davao City. I thought of myself as both a "local" and a tourist in the biggest city of the Philippines. I'm a frequent traveller to this city. Home of indigenous tribes and a melting pot of other locals. A vibrant city, spectacular landscape, as I pass through J.P. Laurel Avenue going to Victoria Plaza, on a clear day, the mountains are visible. The mountain side is visi ... read more

Asia » Philippines » Davao del Norte

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The Philippine Islands became a Spanish colony during the 16th century; they were ceded to the US in 1898 following the Spanish-American War. In 1935 the Philippines became a self-governing commonwealth. Manuel QUEZON was elected President and was ta... ... read more