SOUTH CENTRAL MINDANAO
H I S T O R Y
The most significant development in the political history of Mindanao was the
organization of six politico-military districts in Mindanao in 1860. The central district
embracing Cotabato included Polloc, Illana Bay as far as the Western coast of Zamboanga at
point Murcielagos and the Southern extremity of Mindanao down to point Glan. The capital of
the government was Cotabato City until 1872 when the city was destroyed by a strong
earthquake, after which the capital was Zamboanga City.
The Central Mindanao region was created on July 7, 1975 under Presidential Decree
No. 742. Under this decree, Central Mindanao was composed of the provinces of Cotabato,
Sultan Kudarat, Lanao del Norte, Lanao del Sur and Maguindanao and the cities of Iligan,
Cotabato and Marawi. The extent of regionalization was further seen in the establishment of
Autonomous Region and Western Mindanaao (Regions XII and IX) by virtue of Presidential
Decree No. 1618.
On August 1, 1989, Republic Act o. 6734 was signed in law, which provided for the
creation of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). The former Regional
Autonomous Government of Central Mindanao has therefore been reverted to an
administrative regions in 1990. Executive Order 429 was also issued on 12 October 1990,
which provided for the reorganization of administrative regions in Mindanao and, in the
case of Region XII, mandated the transfer of regional offices from Cotabato City to
Koronadal City.
On February 23, 1995, Republic Act 7901 “An act Creating Region XIII to be
known as the Caraga Administrative Region, and for other Purposed’ was enacted. Section 3
of thee said law provided for the transfer of Sultan Kudarat to Region XI following Surigao
del Sur’s transfer from Region XI to the Caraga Region.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Final Peace Agreement signed between the
Government of the Philippines and the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) on
September 6, 1996, Executive Order No.371 was issued by his Excellency Fidel V. Ramos
on October 2, 1996. EO 371 established a Special Zone and Development (SZOPAD) in
Southern Philippines, which encompassed five regions , including Region XII.
At the local scene, the municipality of Kidapawan became a city with the enactment of
Republic Act 8500 on March 21, 1998. In the same year, the Province of Sultan Kudarat
was reverted to Region XII by virtue of Republic Act 8744, “An Act Repealing Section 3 of
RA 7901 and to Return the Province of Sultan Kudarat to Region XII and other Purposes”,
which lapsed into law on December 18, pursuant to Article VI, Section 27 (1) of the
constitution.
H I S T O R Y
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In the year 2000, the status of the two local government units where elevated. The
municipality of Koronadal became a city on August 16, 2000 through Republic Act No. 8803.
On the other hand, the municipality of Tacurong in the Sultan Kudarat became a city on
September 18, 2000 by virtue of Republic Act o. 8805.
On August 14, 2001, a plebiscite was conducted in the ZSOPAD to determine the
areas that shall comprise the ARMM, pursuant to RA 9054. The cities of Marawi in Region
XII and Isabela in Region IX joined the ARMM. (As a result administrative measure) following
the reconfiguration of ARMM, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo issued Executive Order
No. 36 dated September 19, 2001, which realigned the regions in Mindanao. The province of
Lanao del Norte and Iligan City of Region XII were transferred to Region X. The provinces
of South Cotabato, Saranggani, and the cities of Koronadal and General Santos of Region
XI became part of Region XII. Thus, per EO No. 36 Region XII is now composed of the
provinces of Sultan Kudarat, Saranggani, South Cotabato and Cotabato Province and the cities
of General Santos, Cotabato, Kidapawan, Koronadal, and Tacurong.
The Region has a total land area of 20,566.26 sq. km, 20 percent of the total Mindanao
land area of 101,587 sq. km. Along the coasts are lowland areas covered with mangroves and
beaches. A chain of inactive volcanoes and low hills occupy the interior. The region belongs to
the fourth climatic which is characterized by having an event distribution of rainfall through out
the year. It is seldom visited by typhoon.
Tourist spots include Mt. Apo, Lake Sebu, cultural villages, old Mosques and shrines, hot
springs and lakes. There are four feeder airports found in Lebak, Kalamansig, Tacurong City, all
in Sultan Kudarat and Surallah, South Cotabato; one national airport which is found in Cotabato
City and one international airport in General Santos.
The adventurous travelers probably wish to conquer vast mountain wilderness or
explore the many forest, caves and wildlife reserves. The regions hectares of rubber, palm
plantation, citrus, pineapple, lanzones farms delight with nature’s freshest harvest.
The artistry of the different ethnic tribes lends richness to local colors. Each tribes has
one way in common, the weaving of versatile tubular cloth called ”malong” and other handwoven products, found among the Maguindanaons and T’bolis. Visitors will find unique
souvenir items among them handicrafts, brasswares, beadworks, t’nalak cloth and hand-woven
products. Tribal festival, tour and visit to ethnic villagers provide insight into the everyday lives
of these cultural minorities. ( Source: MTRDP – 2002-2004)
COTABATO CITY
H I S T O R Y
Cotabato City has witnessed more history than any other place in Mindanao. Its
history dates back to the 15th century when Shariff Kabunsuan, an Arab missionary, landed along
the bank of Rio Grande de Mindanao and Introduced Islam to the Natives. Islam is the faith that
moved the early settlers to communal life, and established the Sultanate of Maguindanao with
its golden age ushered in by Sultan Dipatuan Qudarat during the 17th Century, the time when
Cotabato City developed as a capital town of Maguindanao.
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In the nineteenth century, when Sultan Makakua ruled, roads and wharves were
constructed which gave rise to the birth of modern day Cotabato. However, the then
Municipality of Cotabato was first organized at the later part of 19th century when Spaniards
established a military post at Barangay Tamontaka, one of the earliest Christian settlements.
On July 1, 1950, the then Municipality of Cotabato was made first class municipality
under Executive Order 466. Nine years later, on June 20, 1959, it was created a charter city by
virtue of Republic Act No. 2364.
Today, Cotabato City is the seat of two administrative regions: Region XII, and the
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, the city currently serves as the center of economic,
education, social, political, cultural and other basic services of South Central Mindanao and
Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM).
Geography and Location
Cotabato City is located on the Northwest of Maguindanao Province. Approximately, it
is 698.9 nautical miles from Manila, the capital city of the Philippines. On the North, the city is
bounded by the Municipality of Sultan Kudarat, with Rio Grande de Mindanao as its boundary;
on the East by the Municipality of Kabuntalan; on the South by the Municipality of Dinaig and on
the West by Illana Bay. Cotabato City has a total land area of 17, 599 hectares.
Climate
The city’s climate is generally characterized by even distribution of rainfall throughout
the year. Compared to other regions in the Philippines, Cotabato City has the lowest
frequency. The average temperature of Cotabato City is 25.5C.
Population
The total population of Cotabato City is 163,849 as of 2000 CENSUS, distributed in the
city’s 37 barangays.
ACCESSIBILITY
BY AIR
1.
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES
2nd Floor Allied Bank Bldg.,
Gen. S.K. Pendatun Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel. No. : (064) 421-1212 / 421-7001 Airport : (064) 431-0136 / 431-0138
Station Manager ; MR. TITO U. LABADAN
DESTINATION
FLT. NO.
FREQUENCY
ETD
ETA
REGULAR
FARE
Manila to Cotabato
Cotabato to Manila
PR 187
PR 188
Daily
Daily
10:10 AM
12:40 NN
11:40 AM
2:05 PM
P 5,565.00
5,581.00
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2.
3.
CEBU PACIFIC
Cotabato Airport, Awang, D.O.S., Maguindanao
Tel. No. : (064) 431-0512 / 0514 City Ticketing Office : (064) 421-1206 / 8873
Station Manager : MR. NOEL T. EBEO
DESTINATION
FLT. NO.
FREQUENCY
ETD
ETA
REGULAR
FARE
Manila to Cotabato
Cotabato to Manila
5J 887
5J 888
Daily
Daily
10:10 AM
12:40 NN
11:40 AM
2:05 PM
P 5,565.00
5,581.00
SEAIR – SOUTH EAST ASIAN AIRLINES
c/o Wee Wee Commercial (Authorized Ticket Outlet)
Sinsuat Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel. No. : (064) 421-2377 / 421-3788
Manager : MR. JOHNSON WEE
Destination
Flight No.
Frequency
ETD
ETA
COTABATO-CEBU
DG 851
Friday
11:45 am
1:00 pm
CEBU-COTABATO
DG 852
Friday
1:30 pm
2:45 pm
COTABATO to ZAMBOANGA
DG 956
DG 952
Mon / Wed
Friday
3:10 pm
3:10 pm
4:00 pm
4:00 pm
ZAMBOANGA to COTABATO
DG 955
DG 951
Mon / Wed
Friday
10:35 am
2:00 pm
11:25 am
2:50 pm
ACCESSIBILITY
BY SEA
Superferry
Aboitiz Transport System Corp.
National Highway, Salimbao, Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao
Tel. No. : (064) 421-4175
Manager : MR. JOEL A. YBAÑEZ
SCHEDULE
Origin
Day
MANILA
ILOILO
ZAMBOANGA
COTABATO
ZAMBOANGA
BACOLOD
ILOILO
Friday
Saturday
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday
Monday
Monday
Departure
Time
8:45 AM
5:45 AM
9:45 PM
11:45 AM
10:45 PM
3:45 PM
9:45 PM
Destination
ILOILO
ZAMBOANGA
COTABATO
ZAMBOANGA
BACOLOD
ILOILO
MANILA
PASSAGE RATES
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Arrival
Day
Time
Saturday
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday
Monday
Monday
Tuesday
4:00 AM
7:00 PM
7:00 AM
8:00 PM
1:00 PM
8:00 PM
5:00 PM
COTABATO – MANILA
ACCOMMODATION
w/ MEALS
w/out MEALS
JET SEATER
2,300.00
2,076.00
SUPER VALUE
2,300.00
2,076.00
MEGA VALUE
2,300.00
2,076.00
TOURIST
2,450.00
2,226.00
BUSINESS CLASS
2,550.00
2,326.00
CABIN
2,750.00
2,414.00
JAPANESE ROOM ( 2 )
5,100.00
4,652.00
STATE ROOM ( 2 )
5,700.00
5,028.00
SUITE ROOM ( 2 )
5,900.00
5,228.00
Sulpicio Lines
FROM
DAY
ETD
TO
DAY
ETA
Manila
Estancia
Ilo-ilo
Zamboanga
Cotabato
Zamboanga
Ilo-ilo
Estancia
Saturday
Sunday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
3:00 pm
11:00 am
10:00 pm
8:00 pm
8:00 pm
4:00 pm
9:00 am
9:00 am
Estancia
Ilo-ilo
Zamboanga
Cotabato
Zamboanga
Ilo-ilo
Estancia
Manila
Sunday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
Friday
8:00 am
7:00 pm
11:00 am
5:00 am
5:00 am
6:00 am
4:00 pm
2:00 pm
ACCESSIBILITY
DESTINATION
CBO-MNL
ACCOMMODATION
FARE
Suite (room rate 2pax) P 6,260.00 w/ meal
Cabin with T&B
2,620.00 w/ meal
Cabin w/o T&B
2,510.00 w/ meal
Economy
1,885.00 w/ meal
CBO-ZAM
Matrimonial (2pax)
P 2,880.00 w/ meal
Suite (room rate 2pax)
1,660.00 w/ meal
Cabin with T&B
780.00 w/ meal
Cabin w/o T&B
730.00 w/ meal
Economy
535.00 w/o meal
CBO-ILO
Suite (room rate 2pax) P 3,805.00 w/ meal
Cabin with T&B
1,865.00 w/ meal
Economy
1,175.00 w/ meal
BY LAND
WEENA EXPRESS / PEOPLE’S TRANSPORT/ ERIC
Route : Cotabato to Davao
REGULAR FARE
STUDENT/
SENIOR CITIZEN
REGULAR FARE
STUDENT/
SENIOR CITIZEN
P 339.00
P 271.00
P 293.00
P 235.00
PU (L300 VAN) – Cotabato City to General Santos City and Koronadal City and vice versa.
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HUSKY TRANSPORT
TYPE OF BUS
De Luxe
FREQUENCY
1st trip
2nd trip
3rd trip
4th trip
5th trip
Last trip
Air con
De luxe
ETD
7:00 am
9:00 am
11:30 am
1:30 pm
2:30 pm
4:00 pm
ETA
11:00 am
1:00 pm
3:30 pm
5:30 pm
6:00 pm
8:00 pm
Cotabato City – General Santos City
P 180.00 -
De luxe regular fare
Disable/SP/Senior
Citizen – less 20%
P 190
-
Air con
Disable/SP/Senior
Citizen – less 20%
FESTIVALS
EVENTS
DATES
VENUE
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
1. Lilang-Lilang Festival
(Araw ng Cotabato City)
June 12 – 25
Cotabato City
A celebration that has embraced the
Traditions of Phil. Independence Day to
The founding anniversary of the city
(June 20) up to the Araw ng Baranggay.
It is highlighted by Yamang Cotabato
Trade Fair, Search for outstanding
Cotabateño, sports event, street parade
and Layang-Layang (kite) Festival.
2. Immaculate
Concepcion
December 8
Cotabato City
Biggest of the Christian religious activity,
this celebration combines the merry
atmosphere
of Christmas and the
traditional “Pistahan” into a holiday for
both the spirit and the body. Highlight
is a Marian Procession.
3.Shariff Kabunsuan
Festival
December
15-19
Cotabato city
The grandest festival commemorating
the arrival of Mohammad Shariff
Kabunsuan, an Arab-Malay missionary
from Johore, Malay Peninsula to
propagate Islam in mainland Mindanao.
Highlights include Guinakit Festival
(fluvial), Kuyog street dancing and
showcase competition, “Inaul” festival,
trade fair, cultural presentations, boat
racing, longest “pastil” (native food) and
the “layagan” (crab) race.
4. Eid-el Fitr
Movable
Region Wide
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A worldwide festival celebration of the
end of the one-month fasting period of
the Holy Month of Ramadhan by the
Muslim.
5. Eid-ul Addha
Movable
Region Wide
” A day of sacrifice or “yaum ul-tashrik”
where the Muslim ummah who are
capable, are encouraged to offer “food
festivities”, that is why it is called
Hariraya Festival.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
HISTORICAL
A. TAKUMI BUTAI
Location:
LR Sebastian Compound Malagapas
Description: The shrine is located at L.R. Sebastian Compound, Malagapas. It was named after
Takumi, the Provincial Commander of the Japanese Imperial Army for the
Empire Province of Cotabato during the Second World War. Upon Takumi’s
request, part of his ashes were enshrined in Cotabato City, the place he
considered his second home. August, the Japanese all Souls month ushers
Japanese national’s visit in homage to their hero.
Means of transportation: Jeepney and Tri-cycle
B. TAMONTAKA CHURCH
Location:
Barangay Tamontaka, Cotabato City, one hundred meters from the National
Highway.
Description: Built in 1872 of Spanish Architecture. It is the oldest church in the city and the
relic of the living past.
Means of transportation: Jeepney, Taxi
NATURAL
A. PC HILL
Location:
This hill is basically located in the heart of the city.
Description: A stone fort towering over the city which a height of 90 ft., now houses the
Cotabato City Internal Defense Command. This is Cotabato City famous
landmark. This historic hill served as a watch tower for the natives in their
defensive drive to detect and repel assaults by enemies. From this hill, one can
have panoramic view of the city and the Rio Grande de Mindanao.
Means of transportation: Jeepney, Tri-cycle and Taxi
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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
B. KUTANG BATO CAVE
Location:
It is located at the foot of PC Hill. The cave is reputed to be seven kilometers
long and of formidable, solid rock. Bagua entrance – cor. Mabini St. / S.K.
Pendatun Ave. – 557 meters Prov’l Capitol Entrance / from the gate of PC Hill 12 meters Caverna Español – from the gate of PC Hill – 152 meters.
Description: The only cave in the country that is right in the heart of the city. It’s various
entrances are all within the city and is a rarity that can only be had in the
“Heart of Mindanao”. This cave was also the source of the city’s present name
“KUTA” means “FORT” and “WATO” means “STONE”. Hence, the name “fort
of stone” which later on became Cotabato. It’s wall of white, beige and
brownish shade glitters in the dark and echoes a colorful past dating back to
the days when no foreign foot yet trampled upon this land. The cave had given
sanctuary to the natives when the Spaniards tried to convert them into the
Castillan faith and has served the purpose when Filipino guerillas fought the
invading force of Japanese Imperial army during the World War II. When the
Japanese firepower proved superior to that of the natives, the cave was then
used as an armory and even a garrison. There are four entrances, namely : the
provincial Capitol Cave, Bagua Cave, Caverna Español and the Kuweba ni
Satur.
Means of Transportation: Jeepney, Taxi and Tri-cycle
C. RIO GRANDE DE MINDANAO
Location:
It is along the city wharf about 410 meters from corner Sinsuat Avenue and
Quezon Avenue.
Description: The second largest river in the Philippines and the longest in Mindanao
estimated to be 182 kilometers long and 96 meters wide. Water sports and
boat racing are the popular attractions of the river, usually held to coincide
with the Shariff Kabunsuan Festival, Guinakit Festival of Maguindanao Province,
ARMM and the Feast of Peñafrancia.
Means of Transportation: Jeepney, Taxi and Tri-cycle.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
D. TIMAKO HILL
Location:
It is located in the Southwestern part of the city adjacent to the entrance of Rio
Grande de Mindanao.
Description:
The hill overlooks the Illana Bay and is protected by Bongo Island. The place
itself is a good resort with its blue waters, sandy white beach, and is ideal for
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camping, skin diving, snorkeling, boating, fishing and other water s ports. It also
offers nature lovers an ideal place for trekking, bird/white monkey watching and
other leisure activity.
MAN - MADE
A. COTABATO CITY HALL
Location:
It is found in the heart of the city fronting the city plaza.
Description: A century old structure which houses almost all of the city government offices.
It showcases a unique architectural design depicting the Muslim Art.
B. OUR LADY OF LOURDES GROTTO
Location:
The Grotto is located along the National Highway at Datu
Maguindanao.
Odin Sinsuat,
Description: The Grotto itself is a replica of Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in France. The
compound is equipped with ideal retreat house for recollection and seminars, a
mini zoo and children’s park.
Means of Transportation: Jeepney and Taxi.
C. AUTONOMOUS REGION IN MUSLIM MINDANAO (ARMM) COMPOUND
Location:
Gov. Gutierrez Avenue, Cotabato City
Description: It houses the office of ARMM Regional Governor, Regional Legislative Assembly
Cultural Center, The Regional Museum and most of the Regional Offices of
Region XII and ARMM. The compound showcases unique blend of modern and
Muslim Architecture.
TOURIST FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
ESTOSAN GARDEN HOTEL
Gov. Gutierrez Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-6777 to 81
Fax No. (064) 421-5488
Type of Rooms
Single (De Luxe)
Suite (Junior De Luxe)
Double (De Luxe)
Executive Room w/Ref
(Electric Fan w/o T&B)
Twin (Electric Fan w/T&B)
Twin (Electric Fan w/o T&B)
Rates
P 1,440.00
2,160.00
1,440.00
3,600.00
200.00
400.00
300.00
Amenities
Conference Room, Swimming Pool
Business Center, Disco, Cable TV
Restaurant, Ballroom, Parking Area
Hot and Cold Water
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EL CORAZON INN
Makakua Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-3035/421-3240
No. of Rooms: 25
Types of Room
Single (Aircon)
Twin Regular (Aircon)
Double de luxe (Aircon)
Triple (Aircon)
Suite Room
Single (Electric Fan w/T&B)
Extra Bed
Rates
P 510.00
780.00
840.00
900.00
900.00
290.00
120.00
Amenities
Cable TV
24 hr. room service
with sala P1,020.00
PENSIONE RAFAEL
San Isidro Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2941
No. of Room: 23
Types of Room
Single (Aircon w/T&B)
Double (Aircon w/T&B w/TV)
Double (Electric fan w/T&B)
Rates
P 430.00
600.00
250.00
Amenities
Cable TV, Parking Area
24 hr. room service
Hot and Cold Water
TOURIST FACILITIES
Double (Electric fan w/T&B and
Cable TV)
Double (Aircon w/T&B, w/TV)
600.00
600.00
EVIES GARDENVILLE
General Luna Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-4223/421-2271
No. of Room: 12
Type of Room
Single (Aircon)
Double (Aircon)
Triple w/ Aircon
Extra Bed
P
Rates
Amenities
400.00 Swimming Pool, Restaurant
500.00
24 hr. room service
650.00
100.00
VIOLTAN PENSION HOUSE
Bonifacio Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-7289
No. of Rooms: 17
Type of Room
Single (Aircon)
Matrimonial (Aircon)
Rates
P 350.00
500.00
Amenities
Restaurant, Parking Area
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Double/Twin (Aircon)
Family (Suite Aircon)
Non-aircon room w/ T&B
Sinle
Double
Non-aircon w/o T&B
Single
550.00
1,500.00
300.00
450.00
220.00
PACIFIC HEIGHTS PENSIONE HOUSE
San Vicente Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-5832/421-3483
Tel Fax (064) 421-2249
No. of Rooms: 21
Accredited: Tourism
TOURIST FACILITIES
Type of Room
Double
Suite (Twin Bed)
Suite (Matrimonial Bed)
Suite (Triple Bed)
Family Suite
Extra Bed
Presidential Suite
Rates
1,200.00
1,500.00
1,800.00
1,500.00
2,000.00
200.00
2,500.00
Amenities
Restaurant , 24 hr. room
service, Hat and Cold Water
Parking Area and Cable TV
HOTEL ROMEO
Don Rufino Alonzo Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-1364
No. of Rooms: 10
Type of Room
Single (Aircon)
Double (Aircon)
Rooms w/ Double
Deck 6-8 capacity
Rates
Amenities
500.00 Restaurant, 24 hr. room service
625.00 videoke and conference room
250.00/pax
HOTEL CASTRO
Sinsuat Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-5343
Fax No. (064) 421-7523 up to 24
No. of Rooms: 34
Type of Room
Rates
Amenities
Single
650.00
Restaurant, 24 hr. room service
Double/Twin
830.00
Cold and Hot Water, and
Double Standard
920.00
Conference Room
Family Room de Luxe
w/ Terrace
1,020.00
An open air function area at
Single de Luxe w/ Terrace 805.00
the rooftop
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Suite Room
Additional Bed
Matrimonial
Single Aircon
Double Aircon
Double w/ pull-out bed
1,980.00
150.00
810.00
450.00
700.00
700.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
AZALEAS PENSION HOUSE
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Tel. No. (064) 421-8122
Type of Room
Single (Aircon)
Double (Aircon)
Rates
450.00
650.00
Amenities
Coffee Shop
Communication Facilities
SARDONYX PENSIONE HOUSE
Gov. Gutierrez Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-1364
No. of Rooms: 10
Type of Room
Single (Aircon)
Double (Aircon)
Rooms w/ Double Deck
6-8 Capacity
Rates
Amenities
500.00 Restaurant, 24 hr. room service
625.00 videoke, and conference room
250.00/pax
EL MANUEL HOTEL
Quezon Avenue, Cotaabto City
Tel No. (064) 421-9883
No. of rooms:
Type of Room
Presidential Suite
De luxe
Matrimonial
Double Accommodation
Single Accommodation
Economy
Late Check Out
Rates
2,200.00
850.00
750.00
Amenities
750.00
600.00
250.00/300.00
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DEPARTMENT STORE AND BAZAARS, SHOPPING MALLS
1. SOUTH SEAS COMPLEX
Don Rufino Alonzo St., Cot. City
Tel No. (064) 421-2161
5. GOOD MARK COMMERCIAL CENTER
Don Rufino Alonzo St., Cot. City
Tel No. (064) 421-2751
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TOURIST FACILITIES
2. BARTER TRADE CENTER
Gov. Gutierrez Ave.,
Cotabato City
Tel No.
6. S-MART
Don Rufino Alonzo St.
Cotabato City
Tel No. (064) 421-7172
3. SUGNI SUPERSTORE
7. FILIDIAN BAZAAR
Bonifacio St., Cot. City Don Rufino Alonzo St.,
Branch: Sugni Superplaza Cotabato City
Supermarket Site, Cot. City Tel No. (064) 421-2122
Tel No. (064) 421-2084
4. COT. COMMERCIAL CENTER
Don Rufino Alonzo St.,
Cotabato City
Te No. (064) 421-2480
8. RANIS QUALITY HOUSE
Makakua St.
Cotabato City
Tel No. (064) 421-3011
9. TODAY`S COMMERCIAL CENTER 12. COTABATO SHOPPERS PLAZA
Don Rufino Alonzo St.,
Sinsuat Ave., & Don Rufino
Cotabato City
Alonzo St., Cotabato City
Tel No. (064) 421-2943
10. GREAT EASTERN TRADING
13. HOP AND SHOP
Shariff Kabunsuan Blvd.,
Sinsuat Avenue,
Cotabato City
Cotabato City
Tel No. (064) 421-2915
Tel No. (064) 421-1355
11. HUA HING TRADING/YOSHI ICHI 14. SUPERAMA SUPERSTORE
Don Rufino Alonzo St.,
Supermarket Site
Cotabato City
Cotabato City
Tel No. (064) 421-2813
Tel No. (064) 421-2109
DINING ENTERTAINMENT
1. LAS HERMANAS RESTAURANT
5. ARMANDO`S STEAK HOUSE
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-1179
Tel No. 421-5211
Type of Food: Greaseless Chicken Type of Food: Steak Pecking Duck,
Cuisine
TOURIST FACILITIES
2. CASA BLANCA
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2126
Type of Food: Steak, Sizzling
Dishes, Grilled Fish
3. SARDONYX PLAZA
6. MAMI KING
Don Rufino Alonzo St.,
Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2663
Type of Food: Chinese Cuisine
Dimsum Hongkong Style, Fastfood
7. CONNIES VIDEOKE
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Chinese
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-3464/421-2685
Type of Food: Chicken Dishes
Sizzling Steak
4. COTABATO FIESTA
Circuit Rd., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-5491
Type of Food: Native
Don Rufino Alonzo St.,
Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2331
Type of Food: Chinese Cuisine
8. AIRALEEN RESTAURANT
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421Type of Food: Halal
9. CIRCUIT RESTO
10. I LOVE SUSHI
Circuit Road, Cotabato City
Quezon Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2457
Tel No. 421-8808
Type of Food: Chinese and Native Dishes
Type of Food: Japanese Food
EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS
1.
COTABATO CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT
Shariff Kabunsuan Blvd., Pendatun Street, Cotabato City
Tel No. 160 / 421-2442
2.
COTABATO FIL-CHINESE VOLUNTEER BRIGADE
Quezon Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-3911
3.
COTABATO CITY POLICE STATION
Gen S.K. Pendatun Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel No. 166 / 421 -2749
4.
ROSARY HEIGHTS POLICE SUB-STATION
Sinsuat Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2782
TOURIST FACILITIES
5.
COTABATO REGIONAL HOSPITAL
Sinsuat Avenue , Cotabato City
Tel No. 169 / 421-2340
6.
COTABATO MEDICAL SPECIALIST HOSPITAL
Quezon Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2339
7.
NOTRE DAME HOSPITAL
Sinsuat Avenue, Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2954
8.
PUERICULTURE CENTER MATERNITY AND CHILDREN HOSPITAL
Don Rufino Alonzo St., cor. Figueroa St., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2369
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LIST OF CONVENTION CENTER
1.
SHARIFF KABUNSUAN CULTURAL 3.CASA BLANCA STEAK HOUSE
CENTER
AND GRILL GARDEN
ORG Compound
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Gov. Gutierrez Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2126
Capacity: 750 seats
Equipment/Facilities: 2 Function Roms,
Equipment/Facilities: Centralized
Garden Room, Sound System, Portable
Airconditioned, Permanent Stager, Rostrums,
Stage Modules, Tape and Record Player
Lecterns, Audio-visual, Room, Spotlight
Rostrum, Lectern, Blackboard and
Foyer Area for Exhibits.
Telephone
2.
DepEd-REGIONAL EDUCATION
LEARNING CENTER
ORG Compound
Gov. Gutierrez Ave., Cotabato City
Equipment/Facilities: Function Rooms
Audio-visuaal Room, Dormitory, Portable
Stage Modules, Rostrums, Lecterns,
Blackboard.
4.
LAS HERMANAS RESTAURANT
AND CATERER
Sinsuat Ave., Cotabato City
Capacity: 500 seats
Equipment/Facilities: Conference/Lecture
Room, Blackboard, Chairs, Table & Floor
Microphones, Function Rooms, Portable
Stage.
TOURIST FACILITIES
5.
NOTRE DAME UNIVERSITY GYMNASIUM
Notre Dame Ave., Cotabato City
Tel No. 421-2643/421-2654
Capacity: 1000 seats
Equipment/Facilities: Chairs, Permanent Stage,
Stage, Sound System, Cooling Equipment,
Rostrum, Lectern, Blackboard Modules, Sound
Technician, All rooms Airconditioned.
5.
ESTOSAN GARDEN HOTEL
Gov. Gutierez Avenue, Cotabato City
Capacity: 300 to 500 seats
Equiptment/ Facilities:
Conference Room, Ballroom
Airconditioned Room, Sound System,
Telephone
GENERAL SANTOS CITY
HISTORY
The City of General Santos was officially created on July 81968 by virtue of Republic
Act 5412.
Its history however, dates back to the 14th century. As a geographic part of Cotabato
Empire, its people intermingled with the B’laans, Manoboos, Tagabilis and Maguindanaos.
It was known as the Municipality of Makar in 1903 with a sprinkling of 33 inhabitants.
Its vast lands and rich marine resources caught the attention of General Paulino Santos, Sr. in
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1938, who was the helping President Manuel L. Quezon shape social justice program to benefit
the Filipino tillers.
Thus, on February 27, 1939,led by General Paulino Santos, Sr., the first 62 batchers
begun the formidable task of coaxing the virgin land to yield its riches.
In January 1948, Buayan District became a full pledge municipality as provided by
Republic Act No. 82 with National Land Settlement Administration Hospital Administrator,
Ireneo I . Santiago as its first Mayor. The municipality included Glan Malapatan, Malungon
and Alabel which are now component municipalities of Sarangani Province, and Polomolok, now
a municipality of South Cotabato.
Congressman Luminog Mangilen of Cotabato Province authored Republic Act No. 1107,
dated June 1954 to rename the place in honor of its great pioneer – General Paulino Santos.
The development of General Santos was further given impetus through the rural
development policy of Mayor Pedro Acharon who constructed feeder roads, artesian wells
and promoted agricultural of South Cotabato.
Cleanliness and beautification became by-word for General Santos when Mayor Jorge
P. Royeca was its mayor. He was also very active in the move to divide Cotabato into two
provinces.
Economic growth, however gained a very significant leap when Mayor Lucio Velayo
took over. In his incumbency, multi-million agri-based corporations such as DOLE Philippines,
General Milling Corp. and UDAGRI began operating in the area.
Congressman James L. Chiongbian worked for the approval of Republic Act 5412 on
June 8, 1968 to convert the municipality of General Santos into a city without changing its
name.
HISTORY
The city was inaugurated on September 5, 1968 with Hon. Antonio C. Acharon as its first
Mayor. Mayor Acharon led the progress of General Santos from 3rd class to first class city.
Agriculture and fishing industries flourished during his time. This earned a place for General
Santos in the international market and enhanced its demographic growth due to migration.
The historic EDSA Revolution in February 1986 changed the political history of General
SantosCity. The then Ministry of the Local Government appointed Atty. Dominador Lagare
and OIC City Mayor and later he was replaced by Rosalita T. Nuñez. Antonio S. Munda,
grandson of General Paulino Santos, took over as Acting City Mayor from Rosalita Nuñez who
was then mayoralty candidate. After a couple of month, Mayor Antonio Munda was replaced
by Marcelo Agullana, then City Development Officer of the Local Government, who served as
OIC Mayor for one month.
In the local elections of 1988, Rosalita Nuñez was elected Mayor of General Santos
City. On its 20th year as a city in 1988, General Santos was declared as a highly urbanized
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city. The city firmed up its mark in the international market as an exporter of tropical fruits,
yellow fin tuna, wood, prawn and copra.
With the assumption of Adelbert Antonio, who won the May 11, 1994 election, the city
continued to develop as a major economic growth center. This was further boosted by the
implementation of the Philippine Assistance Program (PAP) Infra Projects- the new General
Santos City International Airport, Makar Wharf Development, Fish port and the AgroProcessing Center.
Indeed, the city to watch in the Southern Philippines today is General Santos City which
is crucial to the BIMP-EAGA because of its huge economic resources and business
opportunities.
BASIC FACTS
TOTAL LAND AREA
- 53,606 Hectares
POPULATION
- 411,822 (as of 2001 census)
NO. OF BARANGAYS
- 26
CLIMATE
- Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year and the
area gas never been visited by typhoon.
COMMUNICATION
- The city has access to the world via airmail, cargo
firms, direct telephone/cellular lines, paging system and
the world wide web.
INDUSTRY
- Agriculture, Fishing.
COTTAGE INDUSTRIES
- Food Sector, Furniture and Furnishings, Gifts, Toys
and Housewares, Fibers/Garments, Coconut-based
industries, Mineral and Metal.
MINERAL DEPOSITS
- Limestone, iron, stand, sulfur, copper, nitrate,
laminate, rutile and guano.
ECO-ADVENTURE
ACTIVITIES
- Diving, aquasports activities, mountain climbing
rapeling.
ACCESSIBILITY
By air - The city’s international airport is serviced by major
Airlines to and from Manila, Cebu, Iloilo.
By sea - The city’s makar wharf is considered one of the best in
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the country. Boat regularly dock at t he city’s pier
from Manila, Iloilo, Davao, Cotabato and Zamboanga.
By land - the city is accessible by land from any point in
Mindanao and the rest of the country.
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES
Destination Flight No.
MNL-GSC
PR453
GSC-MNL
PR454
Frequency
Daily
Daily
ETD
07:00 am
10:05 am
ETA
08:45 am
11:50 am
Normal
Fare
P4,846.00 OW
P9,846.00 RT
AIR PHILIPPINES
Destination Flight No.
MNL-GSC
2P 773 via Ceb
GSC-MNL
2P 774 via Ceb
Frequency
Daily
Daily
ETD
ETA
08:00 am 11:00 am
11:30 am 14:20 pm
Fare
P 4,708.00 OW
P 9,398.00 RT
HUSKY TRANSPORT
TYPE OF BUS
De luxe
Air con
De luxe
FREQUENCY
1st trip
2nd trip
3rd trip
4th trip
5th trip
Last trip
ETD
7:00 am
9:00 am
11:30 am
1:30 pm
2:30 pm
4:00 pm
General Santos City - Cotabato City
P 180.00 - De luxe regular fare
Disable/SP/Senior
Citizen – less 20%
ETA
11:00 am
1:00 pm
3:30 pm
5:30 pm
6:00 pm
8:00 pm
P 190 - Air con
Disable/SP/Senior
Citizen – less 20%
ACCESSIBILITY
SUPER FERRY 15/16
MANILA-ILOILO-GENSAN-DAVAO-GENSAN-CEBU-MANILA
Origin
Day
Manila
Iloilo
Gensan
Davao
Gensan
Cebu
Wed
Thur
Fri
Fri
Sat
Sun
Departure
Time
1:45 pm
9:45 am
10:45 am
11:15 pm
10:15 am
1:45 pm
Transit
Time
17.5
23
8
8
24.5
22
Destination
Day
Iloilo
Gensan
Davao
Gensan
Cebu
Manila
FARE:
22
Thur
Fri
Fri
Sat
Sun
Mon
Arrival
Time
7:30 am
9:00 am
7:00 pm
7:30 am
11:00 am
11:59 am
Port
Time
2.5
2
4.5
3
3
8
SUPER FERRY 17/18
MANILA-CEBU-GENSAN-DAVAO-GENSAN-ILOILO-MANILA
Origin
Day
Manila
Cebu
Gensan
Davao
Gensan
Iloilo
Sat
Sun
Mon
Mon
Tue
Wed
Departure
Time
Transit
Time
9:45 am
9:15 am
11:15 am
11:45 pm
10:45 am
1:45 pm
Destination
Day
21
24
8
8
24
19
Cebu
Gensan
Davao
Gensan
Iloilo
Manila
Sun
Mon
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thur
Arrival
Time
7:00 am
9:30 am
7:30 pm
8:00 am
11:00 am
9:00 am
Port
Time
2.5
2
4.5
3
3
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FARE:
FESTIVALS
EVENT
DATE
Kalilangan Festival
FeB. 22-27
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Commemoration of the
city’s foundation Lion’s Beach
in 1939. The week-long affair
highlights GSC the city’s
dynamic cultural life, from the
Maguindanaons, B’laans to
the pioneering settlers from
Luzon and Visayas islands.
Tuna Festival Sept. 1-5
Paskuhan sa
VENUE
Oval Plaza
Oval Plaza/
Celebration of the city’s
charter anniversary GSC
Fishport.
Fishing, which is
60% of the city economy, is
the essential theme of the
festivity. Its highlights anchor on the
tuna industry being the
prime fishing
product.
Oval Plaza
A month long Christmas
Festival featuring Gensan
Festival Lion’s Beach
activities like caroling
contest, lantern- making
competitions, bazaars,
fireworks displays and more.
Kalaja Outdoor
Dec. 1-31
August 19-21Kalaja,Conel
Eco-tourism festival promoting
Kalaja Cave Festival GSC
as a destination in Gensan. It
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features outdoor trainings and
competitions.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
HISTORICAL
GENERAL SANTOS CITY PARK
Location :
Along P. Acharon Blvd.
Description : The exact site
where Gen. Paulino Santos, Sr. Landed to act on the
instruction of the late President Manuel L. Quezon to make the area a site for his
Resettlement Project for the landless.
CARLOS P. GARCIA PARK
Location : At the heart of the city, fronting the City Hall, where the monument of the
General Paulino Santos Stands.
Description : An ideal place for promenaders.
JAPANESE BUNKERS
Location : Located at the 4 Brgy. of GSC namely:.Brgy. Mabuhay, San Isidro, Conel, Buayan,
lined Strategically apart.
Description : These dome shaped cement structures half embedded underground in a
6H X 8W size are the defense structure of the retreating Japanese during WW II.
GENERAL SANTOS OLD CITY HALL
Location : City Hall Drive GSC
Description: The early seat of the government of General Santos City.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
CULTURAL
MSU MUSEUM
Location :
Description :
place.
Tambler MSU, General Santos City
Collection of artifacts and relics of the rich cultural heritage of the
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GEN. PAULINO SANTOS MUSEUM
Location : Notre Dame of Dadiangas College, Nat’l. Highway, GSC
Description : Memorabilia of the late founder of the city, Gen. Paulino Santos and his artworks
as well as the pictures of the works of the pioneers in the development of the
place can be seen.
BANIG WEAVING
Location : Siguel, GSC
Description : The art of colorful Banig Weaving among this Muslim community.
BADJAO COMMUNITY
Location : Along Bawing
Description : The relocation site of the Badjaos, one of the cultural communities of the
place.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
NATURAL
KALAJA KARST AREA (Kalaja Cave/Malakong Wall)
Location : Conel,General Santos City. Just 15 km ride or P15.00 fare, you’ll be at Kalaja
Karst Area, just a km hike and you’ll be at the cave, add another 2 km and you’ll
reach Malakong Wall. (JOP : est. 14km from the city proper)
Description : The area is surrounded with limestone’s cliffs. It has Kalaja river which irrigates
the low land farm area of the city. During dry season, the river main source
of water comes from a subterranean river named Kalaja Cave (a 207m cave that
offers 20m of swimming and a smooth walk in knee to waist deep running
water). The area has an established rock climbing route at Malakong Wall. The
Wall offers beginners and Novice route to would be rock climbers. It also has
many of unexplored routes waiting to be climbed. The place has also many
tunnels left by the retreating Japanese forces during the WWII.
NOPOL HILLS
Location :
Mabuhay, Gen Santos City, about 45mins Jeepney ride from GSC on unpaved
road to Leyson Cattle Ranch. (JOP : est 17 + km from the city proper).
Description : The only land area in the City with 200 hectares or more of tropical forest and
animals especially warty pigs. It is a good place for camping and viewing the city
at night time. The place also offers scenic view of the City. South Cotabato,
Sarangani Province and Sarangani Bay.
SANSAPAN CAVE FALLS
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Location :
Upper Labay, Gen. Santos City, 25 + km from the city proper. (JOP: 18km from
the city proper via Olympog road)
Description : The Falls is very unique as it enters on a vertical hole and drops 12 meters down
to a 20-meter cave. Water from the cave-falls comes from a river gorge, good
for canyoneering adventures.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
OLAER SPRING RESORT
Location :
A 15 – minute ride from the city
Description : It is free-flowing natural swimming pool. Water flows, bubbles from
the underground huge boulders and streams into varying depths of the
connecting areas or pools for children and adults. Water is believed to be
therapeutic and a little lukewarm.
Facilities :dressing room, showers room, picnic huts and tables, wide parking space.
SPRINGFIELD GARDEN RESORT
Location :
Just before Olaer
Description : A very ideal place for picnics and outings. It offers a natural swimming pool.
Facilities : Convention
varying depths.
place,
picnic huts, catering
services and
numerous pools of
RAHAJ BEACH
Location :
20 minutes ride from the city
Description : Black-sandy beach ideal for swimming, boating, fishing, a two-hectares area
planted with coconut and thee mango trees.
Facilities :
Picnic huts, shower rooms, paddled boats, life-saving equipment.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
LONDON BEACH RESORT
Location :
25 minutes ride from the city
Description : Artificially covered with white sand
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beaches
Facilities : 18 cottages equivalent to 18 rooms, swimming pool, canteen, picnic huts,
Watersports Facilities, sandy volleyball courts.
SOUTH SEA TROPICAL RESORT
Location :
20 minutes ride from the city
Description : Black sandy beaches
Facilities :
Swimming, boating, picnic huts, canteen, various water sports facilities.
DUPALCO BEACH
Location :
20 minutes ride along Tambler
Description : Black Sandy Beaches
Facilities :
Picnic huts, swimming, boating, fishing
MAHARLIKA BEACH
Location :
20 minutes ride along Barangay Cabo
Description : Black sandy beaches
Facilities : Natural Spring Pool, water sports, facilities,
parking space.
picnic huts, cottages, and wide
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
SIGUEL BEACH
Location :
25 minutes
ride from the city
Description : Black sandy beaches
Facilities :
Swimming and boating facilities, paddled boats and picnic huts.
CLO-JECK BEACH RESORT
Location :
25 minutes ride from the city
Description : Black sandy
Facilities :
beaches
Picnic huts, paddled
boats
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T’BOLI BEACH RESORT
Location :
Just before London Beach
Description : Black sandy beaches
Facilities : Cottages, two-storey multi-purpose building for the meetings or conference
Wide parking space and some watersports facilities.
FAMILY BEACH RESORT
Location :
Sitio Cabo, Bawing
SOUTH SEA TROPICANA BEACH RESORT
Location :
Tambler, General Santos City
Rates :
Cottage single w/ ref
Cottage double w/ ref
P 700.00
900.00
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
MANMADE
GSC CHILDREN’S PARK
Location : Pendatun Avenue
Description: Ideal for promenaders
ST. PAUL NOVITIATE PARK
Location :
National Highway
Description : Situated in a very environmental-friendly atmosphere complete with children’s
playground facility
MAKAR WHARF
Location :
Makar
Description : Biggest wharf and the entry point of all passengers and cargo shipping lines. It
makes the city famous for being the biggest and the cleanest wharf in the
country today.
GSC FISHPORT
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Description : Tagged to be the second largest fish port in the country with international
standard. It includes a 30-meter wharf that can accommodated 2,000 GT reefer carriers, a
500-metric ton capacity cold storage facility and modern blast freezing equipment, 4,000
sq. meters for market hall and other services areas to support the area’s thriving fishing
industry.
GSC INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Description : The newly built airport considered as one of the best airports in the country due
to the panoramic view of Mount Matutum on its background, a glimpse of the city on one side
and the clear blue waters of Sarangani Bay on the other side. It has an attractive terminal
building with landscape grounds.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
MAYOR A. ACHARON SPORTS COMPLEX
Description : The site of the “ Palarong Pambansa ‘96” and the 1st BIMP-EAGA Friendship
Games” complete with sports facilities with rubberized oval and olympic size swimming pool.
It offers air-conditioned rooms beneath the grandstand which can accommodate 10,000
sports spectators.
ROAD NETWORK PROJECT
Description : The 180 Kilometer road connecting
Sarangani
providence to the city is
another attraction. It does not only offer comfort ( due its world-class-standard
facility) but the site is backed by mountain ranges and dominated by low plains a
along the costal areas of the clear blue waters of Sarangani Bay.
GAISANO SHOPPING CENTER
Description : A 5-hectare shopping center complete with facilities and amenities of a shopping
arcade that can be called a city in its town.
VILLA AURORA SWIMMING RESORT
Location :
Just 50-meters away from National Highway near Yellow Bus terminal
Description : A very conducive place for outings.
Facilities :
Swimming pool for children & adults, picnic huts, canteen & parking space.
GENSAN GARDEN CENTER
Location :
At the right side of the oval plaza
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Description : Different species of orchids, ornamental and indigenous plants of the area are
found and are available for sale
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
FREEDOM PARK ( the Oval Plaza)
Description : Located right at the heart of the city, very ideal for early morning joggers,
bikers, volley ball and soccer players and other sports enthusiasts. Also ideal
for afternoon and evening stroll.
GENERAL SANTOS CITY HALL
Description : The seat of the City government and a tourist spot in its self. It lies at the very
heart of the city with well-landscaped lawns fronting the Carlos P. Garcia Park.
TOURIST FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
HOTELS
EAST ASIA ROYALE HOTEL
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel No. : (083) 552-4119 to 23 / 553-4129 Fax (083) 553-4129
Classification : Standard – Accredited by DOT
No. of Rooms : 104
Manager : Mr. Romeo Bartolome & Jean Manawis
Room Rates :
Standard Room
2 double beds)
P
1,850 + +
De Luxe Room
(king-sized bed, sofa bed) 2,200 + +
Suite
2,950 + +
Extra Bed
400
 10% government tax and 10% service charge
 all rooms are air-conditioned, fully carpeted and are equipped with cable TV,
NDD/DD and a hot and cold bath
 Airport transfers
FAMILY COUNTRY HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER
Mateo Road, Lagao, General Santos City
Tel No. : 552-8895 / 552-8897
Classification : Standard
No. of Rooms : 69
Manager : Mr. Adriano Colingan
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Room Rates
Presidential Suite
Regular room
Standard room
DeLuxe room
P
1,950.00
Additional Bed/Person P 200.00
Single
Double
590.00
P 710.00
930.00 1,050.00
1,150.00 1,350.00
P
Triple
P 840.00
1,200.00 (Matrimonial)
TOURIST FACILITIES
Facilities :
Fully equipped suite rooms, numerous function rooms, open garden,
function space, restaurant, coffee shops, disco, swimming pool, live band
nightly, rent-a-car service, airport shuttle service, parking space.
PHELA GRANDE HOTEL
Magsaysay Avenue, General Santos City
Tel No.
: 552-2950 / 2940 / 4925
Classification : Economy – Accredited by DOT
Manager
: Ms. Helen Amadeo – Anderson
Room Rates
Single
P
854.00
Family Room
P 1,708.00
Matrimonial Room 1,159.00
Family Room (3 pax)
1,952.00
Matrimonial DeLuxe1,464.00 Family Room (5 pax)
2,196.00
Twin Bed DeLuxe
1,464.00
Presidential Suite
2,196.00
Facilities :
Fully carpeted suite rooms, bath tub, V, Ref & US Domestic satellite,
function rooms, Chinese restaurant cuisine, disco, coffee shop, PABX
telephone system in every room, tour and travel agency, rent-a-car
service, dance and fitness center. Airport shuttle service.
SYDNEY HOTEL
Corner Pendatun & Pioneer Avenue, General Santos City
Tel No.
: 552-5479 to 81
Classification : Standard – Accredited by DOT
No. of Rooms : 48
Manager
: Ms. Nila Dimaguilu
Room Rates
Standard Room (Matrimonial)
Standard Room (Twin Bed)
Family Room
Superior Room
Executive Room
Extra Bed
Extra Person
P 1,340.00
1,340.00
1,672.00
1,793.00
1,995.00
300.00
100.00
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TOURIST FACILITIES
Facilities :
Fully carpeted suite rooms with bath tub, Cable TV, Ref & Teel.,
Convention Room Function Rooms Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Bar, Rent-acar service, elevator
HOTEL DOLORES
Santiago Boulevard, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 301-5792 / 552-7128 / Fax 552-4139
Classification : Economy - Accredited by DOT
No. of Rooms : 35
Manager
: Mr. Rodrigo Rivera, Sr.
Room Rates
Single
Matrimonial
Twin Room
Family Room
Extra Bed
Extra Person
Facilities :
P 675.00
900.00
960.00
1,200.00
100.00
50.00
Restaurant, Coffee Shop, Souvenir Shop, Laundry Service.
ANCHOR HOTEL
Santiago Boulevard, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-4660 Fax 552-4575
Classification : Economy - Accredited by DOT
Manager
: Mr. Rodrigo Rivera, Sr.
Room Rates
Single (Superior Room)
P 850.00
Matrimonial (Superior Room) 1,050.00
Twin (Superior Room)
1,050.00
Executive Suite
1,600.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
Facilities/Amenities: Coffee Shop, restaurant, boardroom airport transfer, souvenir
shop, fully air-conditioned rooms, hot and cold shower, piped-inmusic, telephone, Rent-a-car service on call banquet service, cable
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TV, mini-bar, room service, safety deposit box, facsimile,
IDD/NDD, secretarial service and elevator.
LA TIERRA DEL SUR
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-4500 / 301-5707 Fax 552-2802
No. of Rooms : 30
Classification : Standard
Manager
: Ms. Teresa Belonia-Polintan
Room Rates
Single Standard Room P
Double Regular
Suite Matrimonial
Standard Double Room
Facilities :
630.00
650.00
850.00
750.00
Fully air-conditioned rooms with cable TV, hot and cold bath, piped-inmusic, Banquet & function rooms, restaurant, coffee shop, bar, Kusina
Filipino, laser disk & videoke entertainment, swimming pool, ballroom &
discotheque, airport shuttle service.
TOURIST FACILITIES
MATUTUM HOTEL
Archaron Boulevard, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-4901 / 301-8097
Classification : Economy
No of Rooms : 45
Manager
: Engr. Felix Enojado
Room Rates
Single Ordinary (w/out aircon)
Single Standard (w/ aircon)
Single DeLuxe Room
Double Room
Suite Room
Facilities :
P 230.00
452.00
632.00
570.00
950.00
Carpeted Rooms, Function Rooms, Restaurant, and Disco.
PIETROS HOTEL AND RESTAURANT
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083)552-4333 / 3602 / 3543 / 7218 / 7221
No of Rooms : 42
Classification : Economy
Manager
: Mr. Piedro Niere
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Room Rates
Economy Single
Economy Double
Double Standard
Suite
Presidential Suite
Facilities :
P
400.00
500.00
550.00
850.00
1,000.00
Cable Equipped Rooms, Restaurant.
TOURIST FACILITIES
HOTEL FILIPINO
Santiago Boulevard, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 554-7088 / 554-7089
No of Rooms : 21
Classification : Tourist Inn
Contact Person : Mr. Wilfredo Tan
Room Rates
Single Standard Room
Double Room
Matrimonial
Famliy Room
Presidential
P
650.00
850.00
900.00
1,200.00
1,500.00
INNS, LODGING AND PENSION HOUSES
T’BOLI HOTEL
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 553-2313 / 553-3042
No of Rooms : 22
Classification : Tourist Inn
Manager
: Mr. Orlando Mirabueno
Room Rates
Single (Standard Room)
Single DeLuxe Room
Double De Luxe
Executive Suite
Facilities :
P 510.00
610.00
850.00
1,100.00
Restaurant for 300 pax, video projection system, function room area for
50 pax, hot and cold baths, generator.
TOURIST FACILITES
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CAMPBRIDGE FARM RESORT
Neñez St., Purok Malakas, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-5373
No of Rooms : 19
Classification : Economy
Room Rates
Single Standard Room
Single Economy
Double standard
Double De Luxe
Suite Room
Facilities :
P
400.00
300.00
500.00
700.00
980.00
Fully air-conditioned suite rooms with water bed, restaurant, coffee
shop, bar, swimming pool, wide parking space for guest’s vehicles.
MICHAEL’S INN
Acharon Blvd., General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 553-5983 / Fax 552-8273
No. of Rooms : 35
Room Rates
Single, non-aircon
Double
Double (2 pax)
Double (4 pax)
Family room
Additional Bed
P 180.00
230.00
360.00
430.00
560.00
100.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
LEA’S PENSION HOUSE
Corner Clariza and Rambutan Sts., General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-3721
No. of Rooms : 36
Room Rates
Single room (non-aircon)
Single w/ Cable TV
Single Aircon w/ Cable TV
Single DeLuxe
Single Suite (aircon/Cable TV)
Single Suite (Cable TV & Ref)
P 300.00
350.00
450.00
500.00
600.00
650.00
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Double room (aircon w/ Cable TV)
Executive Suite
550.00
700.00
DADIANGAS LODGE
Pioneer Avenue, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-4876 / 2712
No of Rooms : 29
LONDON BEACH RESORT
Tambler, General Santos City
No of Rooms : 18
Room Rates :
Matrimonial Fan
Matrimonial Aircon
P 660.00
880.00
SHANGHAI RESTAURANT & LODGING HOUSE
J. Catolco Ave., General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-3972
No of Rooms : 15
GEM’S PENSION HOUSE
Magsaysay Avenue, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-4797
No of Rooms : 15
TOURIST FACILITIES
ELEONA’S PENSION HOUSE
A. Ramos Street (former Lapu-lapu)
Tel. No.
: (083) 553-8776
No. of rooms : 33
Room Rates
Single Standard Room
Single DeLuxe Room
Double Non-aircon
Double Standard
Double De Luxe
Twin Bed
Family Room
P 325.00
475.00
375.00
1,100.00
OCEAN ROAD HOUSE
Makar, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-8801
No of Rooms : 20
MEDO’S PENSION HOUSE
Salvani Street, Morales Subd., General Santos City
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475.00
575.00
700.00
Tel No.
:
No of Rooms :
(083) 552-6622
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CONSTAR LODGE
Veterans Street, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2214
No of Rooms : 33
CONCRETE LODGE
Pioneer Avenue, General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 552-4876
Contact Person
: MR. ALVIN LU
Room Rates :
Regular Room w/ ceiling fan
Room w/ Aircon
Room w/ aircon (2 pax)
P 175.00 / head
350.00
450.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
CITIFRONT LODGE
Pioneer Avenue, General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 301-8937
Contact Person
: MS. EVELYN CONGSON
Room Rates :
Single Room (Ordinary)
Twin Bed
Matrimonial
P 195.00
450.00
375.00
JEDS HAVEN
Rambutan St., General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 301-0282
Contact Person
: MS. JENNY DIZON NONO
Room Rates :
Single Standard
Double Standard
P
480.00
545.00
JOANNS PENSION HOUSE
Camias St., General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 552-2320
Contact Person
: MS. LIZA PASCUA
Room Rates :
Single Fan
Double Fan
P
200.00
280.00
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JOHNZEN PENSION HOUSE
Yumang St., General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 552-2118/ 3013159
Contact Person
: MS. AMY Y. BABAC
Room Rates :
Single Standard (Non-aircon) P
Single DeLuxe (Class A)
Single DeLuxe (Class B)
375.00
Twin Bed
500.00
Matrimonial
475.00
P
600.00
650.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
KING’S VALLEY INN
Aparente St., Purok Malaks, General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 301-0261
Contact Person
: MR. RODOLFO AYUBAN
Room Rates :
Standard Rooms
VIP with Jacuzzi
Executive Rooms
P
570.00
795.00
620.00
ROSARIO’S PENSION HOUSE
Camaia St., General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 301-0355/301-3360
Contact Person
: MR. ARMANDO MAPALO
Room Rates :
Single Standard w/ aircon
Double Standard
P
395.00
495.00
VINCE PENSION HOUSE
Magsaysay Avenue, General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 301-7538
Contact Person
: MR. ABDUL GAPOR ANUK
Room Rates :
Single Standard w/out aircon P
Single Economy w/ aircon
Single DeLuxe
Matrimonial
220.00
380.00
420.00
Double Economy
Double DeLuxe
Executive
440.00
P 490.00
580.00
900.00
ZABALA LODGE
Magsaysay Avenue, General Santos City
Tel. No.
: (083) 302-0952
Contact Person
: MR. FRUCTOSO ZABALA
Room Rates
Single Bed
P 150.00
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Double (2 pax)
P 350.00
Single Bed (2 pax)
200.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT
CASA LUISA RESTAURANT, INC.
J. Catolico Street, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-4430
Specialty
: Native / Chinese, Panga Buntot
RYAN’S RESTAURANT & LECHON HOUSE
Saging Grande Hotel, Gen. Santos City
Specialty
: Chinese cuisine
SUNBURST FRIED CHICKEN
Pendatun Avenue, Gen. Santos City
Specialty
: Filipino, American and other International cuisines
GRAND INIHAW
National Highway, Gen. Santos City
Specialty
: Filipino, American and other cuisines.
MATUTUM HOTEL AND RESTAURANT
Matutum Hotel, Gen. Santos City
Specialty
: Chinese Cuisines
PIETROS RESTAURANT
Pietros Hotel , Gen. Santos City
Specialty
: Steaks
FERNANDO’S STEAK HOUSE
Hoteel Sansu, Gen. Santos City
Specialty
: Steaks
SHANGHAI RESTAURANT
Santiago Blvd., Gen. Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-3792
Specialty
: Chinese Foods
TOURIST FACILITIES
CAPITOL RESTAURANT
P. Acharon Blvd., Gen. Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2301
Specialty
: Chinese Foods
NEW CALPIN RESTAURANT
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P. Acharon Blvd., Gen. Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2252
Specialty
: Chinese cuisine
MANOKAN SA NEGROS
Pioneer Avenue, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-5992
Specialty
: Chicken Barbecue
MI-MOSHO-BE JAPANESE RESTAURANT & SUSHI BAR
J. Catolico Ave., Lagao, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2035
Specialty
: Japanese Food
JO-AN’S RESTAURANT AND BAKESHOP
P. Acharon Blvd., Gen. Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2312
Specialty
: Filipino and other international cuisines
757 INN RESTAURANT
J. Catolico Ave., Lagao, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2623 / 4969
Specialty
: Chinese Cuisines
AVC DIMSUMS RESTAURANT
Gaisano Complex, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-5024
Specialty
: Chinese Cuisines
BARRIO GAISANO
Gaisano Complex, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2355 / 2211 / 6684 / 6685
Specialty
: Various cuisines
TOURIST FACILITIES
PUROK MANOKAN BARANGAY SAN MIGUEL
Gaisano Complex, General Santos City
Specialty
: Barbecue
CHIQUENHAUSE RESTAURANT
Magsaysay Ave., Gen. Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2542
Specialty
: Fried Chicken
JOLLIBEE
Gaisano Complex, General Santos City
Specialty
: Fast Food
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CARMELA RESTAURANT
Kimball Plaza, Gen. Santos City
Specialty
: Chinese Cuisines
TROPICS GOURMET
Quirino Ave., Gen. Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2355
Specialty
: Ihaw-ihaw
GOLDEN PETER PAN & PASTRY SHOP
Pioneer Avenue, General Santos City
Specialty
: Fast Food and Cakes
ALOK NI TIBONG MANOK AT IHAW-IHAW
J. Catolico Ave., Lagao, General Santos City
Specialty
: Ihaw-ihaw
KAMAYAN SA TAGPUAN
J. Catolico Ave., Lagao, General Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-4635
NR LECHON MANOK
Laurel East Ave., Gen. Santos City
Tel No.
: (083) 552-2365
Specialty
: Lechon Manok
JAM’S IHAWAN
I. Santiago Blvd., Gen. Santos City
NADIS IHAW-IHAW
I. Santiago Blvd., Gen. Santos City
TOURIST FACILITIES
SHAKEY’S PIZZA
Santiago Blvd., Gen Santos City
Specialty
: Pizza Pie
DRAGON PALACE RESTAURANT
HEIGHTS
CHICKEN
HOUSE
National Highway, Lagao, Gen. Santos CityJ.B. Aparente Ave., Gen.
Santos City
Tel No.: (083) 552-3223
Tel No.: (083) 553-3241
NIGHT ENTERTAINMENT
NIGHT SHIFT BAR
PRE-DERANG-DERANG
J. Catolico Ave, General Santos City
Corner Bayabas, Nat’l
Highway
General Santos City
Tel. No: (083) 552-5270
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PRE-DERANG-DERANG
MAMAGAY RESTOBAR
Corner Bayabas, Nat’l Highway
General Santos City
I Santiago Blvd.
General Santos City
MAMAGAY RESTOBAR
I Santiago Blvd.
General Santos City
BABES RESTO BAR
East Asia Hotel Complex
J. Catolico Ave, General Santos City
BABES RESTO BAR
East Asia Hotel Complex
General Santos City
SOL COFFEE SHOP
East Asia Hotel Complex
J. Catolico Ave, General Santos City
SOL COFFEE SHOP
East Asia Hotel Complex
J. Catolicco Ave., Generasl Santos City
Tel # 552-5270
BRIAN JAY
Osmeña Street, General Santos City
OVERTIME DISCO
P.Acharon Blvd., General Santos City
City
ZIRCON DISCO
Phela Grande Hotel, General Santos
MONT CARLO BALLROOM
Tierra Verde Hotel
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel # 552-4500
ZED PIZZA
Roxas East Ave., General Santos City
TRANSPORTATION
LAND:
YELLOW BUS LINE, INC.
REGEL
KENT
SERVICES
National Highway, General Santos City
P. Acharon Blvd., General
Santos City
Tel No. : (083) 552-2148
Tel . No. : (083) 552-2711
AVIS TAXI & Rent-a-Car Services
Angkalian Bldg., National Highway
TAXI
Tel. No. : (083) 552-5973 / 6225
D’NEMJ Rent-a-Car Services
Family Country
Homes,General Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-3068 / 8898
EAGA Rent-a-Car Services
Rivera St., Lagao, Gen. Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-3470
DEL REY TAXI
General Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-7676
DOLLAR Rent-a-Car Services
Services
757 Restaurant, Lagao, Gen. Santos City
City
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WALING-WALING
Sampaguita St., Gen. Santos
Taxi
Tel. No. : (083) 552-3212/4969
Tel. No.: (083) 552-4283
KABILA TRANSPORT SEEVICES
3rd Barrio, Lagao, General Santos City
City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-3309
ALEXANDY TAXI & Taxi Services
Purok Malakas, Gen. Santos
Tel. No.:(083) 552-3297/
9945/3106
TIERRA VERDE Rent-a-Car Services
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-4500/2240
BOMTOWN TAXI & Rent-a-Car Services
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-8891/8892
TOURIST FACILITIES
SEA (SHIPPING LINES)
ABOITIZ TRANSPORT SYSTEM
Makar Wharf,, Gen. Santos City
Tel. No. : (083)552-4921 / 4962/4717/3537
LORENZO SHIPPING CORPORATION
Makar Wharf, Gen. Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-1415/4458/4036/4236
M/V LORCON LUZON & LORCON MINDANAO
Direct General Santos City – Manila sailing weekly.
PACIFIC PRINCESS – Manila - Iloilo - Zamboanga – GenSan Weekly
WG & A SUPERFERRY
DAVAO GSC ILOILO-MANILA
weekly
Tel. No. : (083) 553-5974
NEGROS NAVIGATION
Makar Wharf, General Santos City
Telefax # (083) 380-3554
National Highway, Labangal, GSC
Fax No. : (083) 552-5973
SULPICIO LINES, INC.
WILLIAM LINES
Makar Wharf , GSC
Makar Wharf , General Santos City
Tel. No.: (083) 552-2181/5242/2304 Tel. No.: (083) 552-4461 / 3120 / 3301
EPA Shipping Lines LINES
SM MABUHAY SHIPPING AGENCY
Makar Wharf, GSC
Makar Wharf, General Santos City
Bitung, Indonesia Route,
Bitung Indonesia Route
Tel. No.: (083) 380-3591/552-2200 Tel. No. : (083) 552-2995 / 552-7664
EAGA AGRO MARINE
Makar Wharf , GSC
Bitung Indonesia Route
PUTRI SHIPPING AGENCY
Makar Wharf, General Santos City
Bitung, Indonesia Route
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Tel. No. : (083 553-4552 / 552-9824
MAESRK – FILIPINAS, INC.
SOLID SHIPPING LINES
c/o DOLE PHILS. Calampung, GSC Makar wharf , Gen Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-2676
Tel. No. : (083) 552-4688 / 4589 /4986
TOURIST FACILITIES
AIR
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-5282
AIR PHILIPPINES
General Santos City International Airport, Gen. Santos City
SHOPPING
GAISANO CENTER
J Catolico Ave., Gen Santos City
RAKYAT TRADING
Magsaysay Ave. Gen Santos
City
Tel # 552-3355 / 2211 / 6684
(
House of Batik)
HALEEIUS MALL
Pendatun Avenue, Gen Santos City
HOUSE OF RAMIE
Santiago Blvd., GSC
AAB GARMENTS
Pendatun Avenue, Tel # 552-2882
Native products Malong, Batiks, etc.
MARANAO COMPLEX
Cagampang St. Public Market
CONLU DEPARTMENT STORE
Pioneer Ave., Gen Santos City
Tel # 552-3481 Native Products
SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
MATUTUM BOWLING LANES
GSC TENNIS COURT
De Vera Street, Gen. Santos City Tel. No. : (083) 552-2921 / 4234
DOVER LANES
Santiago Blvd., Gen Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-3625
DANCE & FITNESS CENTER
Phela Grande Hotel
Magsaysaay Ave, Gen Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-4230 / 4925
MUSCLE CAMP & FITNESS CENTER
National Highway, General Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 552-5013
MAYOR A. ACHARON SPORTS COMPLEX
Calumpang, General Santos City
LAGAO COCKPIT
National Highway GSC
LID WINA DRIVING RANGE
Santiago Blvd., General Santos City
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TOURIST FACILITIES
TOURISM ASSOCIATIONS
CITY TOURISM, CULTURAL PROMOTIONS & DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
General Santos City Hall, General Santos City
Tel. No. : (083) 553-9678
Tourism Officer: Ms. Coralynn G. Espinosa
GENERAL SANTOS CITY TOURISM BOARD
President: Mr. Richard Torrato
c/o GYPSY Travel & Tour – SAF 1 Bldg., Magsaysay St., Gen. Santos City
TRAVEL AND TOUR AGENCIES
MEILIH TRAVEL & TOURS
GYPSY TRAVEL & TOURS
Phela Grande Hotel,
SAF 1 Bldg., Magsaaysay St. GSC
Atis – Magsaysay St., Gen. Santos City Tel. # (083)301-2930/301-2836/5542118
Tel. No. : (083) 552-4220 / 552-2950 / 552-4925
PTN TOURS AND TRAVEL
GENSAN TRAVEL PLUS INT’L.
Tierra Verde Hotel,
Magsaysay Ave., General Santos City
National Highway, Gen. Santos City Tel. No.: (083) 553-2185 / 554-6536
Tel. No.: (083) 552-7685 / 552-8758
Manager – Ms Emily Uy
RECREATIONAL
JOVER BOWLING LANES
LANES
Santiago Blvd., Gen. Santos City
MATUTUM
BOWLING
National Highway, GSC
GENSAN SUPERLANES
National Highway, GSC
LIDWINA’S DRIVING RANGE
Santiago Blvd., GSC
ANCHOR DRIVING RANGE
National Highway, GSC
ABI’S BADMINTON COURT
Santiago Blvd., GSC
MR. BIG SHOT BADMINTON COURT
National Highway, GSC
NKAT BADMINTON COURT
National Highway, GSC
OVAL BASKETBALL COURT
Oval Plaza, GSC
DACERA SWIMMING POOL
GSC-Mabuhay Road, GSC
ACHARON SPORTS COMPLEX
Brgy. Calumpang, GSC
OVAL SOCCER GROUND
Oval Plaza
GSC TENNIS COURT
LAGAO TENNIS COURT
KORONADAL CITY
HISTORY
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The city of Koronadal used to be a small town teeming with immigrants from many
parts of Visayas and Luzon, mostly Ilongo and Ilocano. But prior to their coming, the colorful
history of Maguindanoans and B’laans already flourished even before Koronadal blossomed into
a town. The B’laans moved into the highlands overlooking a vast plain cogon grass and murky
waters which they literally called “kalen” (cogon) “datal” (plain). The natives also called the
murky water as “marb-el.
After long years of hardwork, creativity and ingenuity, City of Koronadal is now
celebrating the glory and greatness of its success. Its conversion to a component city in 2000 is
a tangible result of its commitment to excellence. It is religiously guided by its vision to become
the leading agri-industrial center in region XII and a mission to promote a God-loving and
progressive community.
With colorful lights glowing in the distant silhouettes, City of Koronadal is no more a
vast plain of cogon grass swamped in murky waters. Now the Administrative Center of Region
XII, each day adds up a new light of growth, business and eco-tourism is this part of the
country.
In 2003, Koronadal’s winning edges led to its recognition from the prestigious and highly
respected Asian Institute of Management as the country’s Most Competitive Small-sized City, a
much coveted title contested by 25 small cities in the Philippines. Koronadal bested other small
cities in credible standards like low cost of doing business and broad market base, proximity to
other growth centers, competent workforce, vibrant tourism sector, strong supporting
environment and very responsive and very responsive local government.
The city’s strategic location in South Cotabato gives it an advantage in catering to
commercial, agricultural, residential and industrial investments. It has an absolute inland access
to major points in Mindanao with a road network of 565.79 kms. Daily flights of PAL, AirPhil
and Cebu Pacific and regular sailing of WG&A, Negros Navigation and Sulpicio Lines via
General Santo City lead on the way to City of Koronadal.
The rise of commerce and trade in this young city is taking aggressive movements with a
host of modern information and communication facilities, infrastructures, educational, banking
and lending institutions, very accessible transportation facilities, stable peace and order
HISTORY
condition, tourism industry, fat investment incentives and a very supportive local government
unit in the background. With so much people from all over the region flocking in the city being
the newly declared Administrative Seat of Region XII, these opportunities give a satisfactory
return of investments.
LOCATION
Covering a total land area of 27,700 hectares, City of Koronadal constitutes 8.41% of
the total land area of the province of South Cotabato. It is the Southwestern part of Mindanao,
the country’s second largest island. It occupies the Southwestern part of South Cotabato.
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POPULATION : 133,786 (200 census)
CLIMATE
Koronadal is a typhoon free city. March to June are hot and dry while rains abound
from July to October. November to February are pleasantly cool and dry. Highlands around
the city dop to about 15 ºC.
LANGUAGE AND DIALECTS
Hiligaynon is the most widely spoken dialect. Cebuano and Ilocano also compose the
conversation of people in the city. Maguindanaon, Maranao and B’laan dialects are significant.
Tagalog and English are officially used for business correspondence and transactions.
ACCESSIBILITY
AIR:
GEN. SANTOS CITY AIRPORT
Gen. Santos – Manila - Daily Flight
Gen. Santos – Cebu - Daily Flight
SEA:
MANILA TO GENSAN
Superferry (via Iloilo-Davao)
NEGROS NAVIGATION (Via Iloilo-Zamboanga)
LAND:
YELLOW BUS LINE INC.
Gen. Santos Drive, Marbel
Services :
Air-conditioned Bus, deluxe (non-stop)
Stationary and one stop (Digos), Gen. Santos City
Davao City
Route : Gen. Santos - Marbel – Tacurong via Tantangan & vice versa
Maarbel-Gen. Santos-Malungon via Digos-Davao City
Davao City- Digos – Malungon – Gen. Santos City - Tacurong
FESTIVALS
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EVENT
DATE
VENUE
Hinugyaw sa December
Pascua
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Koronadal City
Nightly celebrations of carols,
dances and
Christmas carols.
16-23
Hinugyaw Festival January
Charter Aniversary
3-10 Koronadal city
A week long festival of merrymaking, drum-beats, beer
festivals, street dancing, side
walk bargain shops, fun fare
and trade
exhibits.
Koronadal City
A celebration of the
cityhood of Koronadal, a
weeklong celebration of
nightly fest, beer festival,
concerts, street dancing and
mardi gras, side walk bargain
shops, fun fare and trade
exhibits
Patronal Fiesta
October 8
June 13
Koronadal City
A celebration of the feast of
St. Anthony de Padua, patron
saint of the Diocese of
Koronadal.
TOURIST ATTRACTION
NATURAL
SUPPON FALLS
Location : Brgy. San Jose, Koronadal City
Description : A 20-ft high bulk of cascading water. It takes one-hour hiking from the base of
the mountain to reach the falls.
SIOK FALLS
Location : Brgy. Mabini, Koronadal City
Description : A majestic 40-ft high waterfalls. It takes approximately two hours hiking to
finally get the thrill of a cold plunge in this water fall.
CABILLON FALLS
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Location : Brgy. Cacub, Koronadal City
Description :A waterfalls with awesome serenity that ends up at a base where one can take a
cold swim.
CADIDANG CAVES
Location : Brgy. San Jose, Koronadal City
Description : Tell an age-old legend of the indigenous people’s settlement in Koronadal. Great
stone pendants hang like icicles while columns and cones of stalagmites rise from
its floor. Slender, dark tunnels lead to its three connected chambers.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
MAN-MADE
EL GAWEL RESORT AND WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Location :
Barangay Saravia
Description: A protected forest reservation ideal for family excursions and swimming in the
natural spring pools, cascading waterfalls and a variety of wildlife.
ROUND BALL
Location :
City Proper
Description : A landmark built in 1941 as a memorial salute to Koronadal’s settlement
founder Gen. Paulino Santos.
NOTRE DAME OF MARBEL UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
Location :
Alunan Avenue, Koronadal City
Description : the largest library in South Central Mindanao with an on-line library
automation system for circulation, cataloging and inventory.
ACCOMMODATIONS
MARVELLA PLAZA HOTEL
Gen. Santos Drive, Marbel
Tel. No. (083) 228-2327 Fax 228-2063
Manager : Mr. Victoriano Sy
No. of Rooms : 54
Standard Room : 22
Room Rates
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Standard
Single
Double
Superior
Single
Double
Matrimonial
Jr. Suite
Executive Suite
Family Room 3 Beds
Tasaday Room
Extra Bed
P 789.60
989.48
997.00
1,184.00
1,521.00
1,659.00
1,837.00
1,500.00
2,431.00
350.00
Facilities : Restaurant, conference rooms, disco, business center
CASA GEMMA
Gen. Santos Drive, cor Aquino St., Koronadal City
Tel. No. (083) 228-2310 / 228-3161
Manager
: Ms. Lora Uy
No. of Rooms : 10
TOURIST FACILITIES
Room Rates
Single Aircon
Twin Room
Matrimonial
Suite Aircon
Family Suite
P
550.00
Extra Person P 100.00
650.00
Extra Bed
150.00
650.00
900.00
1,000.00
Facilities: Coffee shop, conference room, convention hall, disco,
upon request.
restaurant, car rental
RAMONA PLAZA HOTEL
O.C. Building, Gen. Santos Drive
Koronadal City
Tel. No. (083) 228-3248 / 228-3285 Fax # 228-3390
Manager
: Mr. Delfin del Rosario
No. of Rooms : 40
Room Rates
Single Room
Double
Double De luxe
Matrimonial
Junior Suite
Family Deluxe
Family Suite
P
605.00
770.00
935.00
715.00
1,000.00
1,500.00
1,550.00
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Extra Bed
Extra Person
P 150.00
100.00
Family Room
1,200.00
Facilities/Amenities : Restaurant, coffee shop, function/meeting rooms,
and cold shower, Tel.
TOURIST FACILITIES
LELITA’S LODGE
Arellano Street, Koronadal
Tel. No. (083) 228-2471
Manager : Mrs Lelita Basilio
Room Rates
Single (Non-aircon-Common CR)
Single (aircon)
Double (aircon)
P 250
450
500
Green Valley PENSION HOUSE
Arellano street, National Highway, Koronadal
Tel. No. (083) 228-4033 / 228-2949
No. of Rooms : 23
Manager
: Luz Sustiguer
Room Rates:
Single (aircon)
Double Bed Convertible
Family
Single (Non-aircon w/o CR)
Room (w/o CR)
P 450.00
550.00
1,000.00
150.00/head
100/head
MARIZ PENSION HOUSE
Tel No. 228-2310 / 228-3162
Room Rates
Single Room
Single (4person/room)
Double Room
Matrimonial Room
P 350.00/head
700.00/head
350.00/head
350.00/head
TOURIST FACILITIES
REM CHING RESORT
Guanzon Subdivision, Brgy. Morales, Koronadal City
Tel. No. (083) 228-5887/228-2742
No. of rooms :
Manager: Mr. Edwin Romero
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cable TV, hot
Room Rates
Aircon rooms w/ cable TV and CR (2pax)
Extra person
P 500.00
150.00
AGRICULTURAL TRAINING INSTITUTE
Brgy. San Felipe, Tantangan, Koronadal City
Tel No. (083) 229-1023
Room Rates
Dormitory Type (w/ 2 double bed & common CR)
Male Facilitator (5pax)
Female Facilitator (4pax)
Session Hall (maximum of 150 participants)
Abraham Hall (45 pax w/ free flowing coffee
and backdraft - airconditioned)
P 150.00/head
150.00/head
150.00/head
2,500.00/day
1,000.00/day
KALAYAAN CENTER SPDA COMPOUND
Alunan Avenue, Koronadal City
Tel No. (083) 228-2471
Room Rates
15 cottages (2-3 pax)
2 air conditioned room (4-8 pax)
P
250.00
1,500.00
Economy (10 pax)
VIP (2-5 pax)
P 1,500.00
1,000.00
JENNY’S INN
General Santos Drive, Koronadal City
Tel No. (083) 228-2742
Manager: Ms. Jenny Dizon
Room Rates
Single occupancy (aircon w/ TV)
P
Single (aircon w/out TV) P 650.00
800.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
GREEN WOODS RETREAT HOUSE AND CONVENTION CENTER
Brgy. Morales, Koronadal City
Tel No. (083) 228-9233
Manager : Engr. Romeo Sustiguer
Room Rates :
2 Dormitory type (25 pax) w/ cable TV
Aircon, bath/CR hot & cold shower
1 double (pax w/ cable TV, aircon, bath
CR w/ hot & cold shower
P 170.00/head
400.00/170.00/head
Eduardo’s Lodge
Datu Piang St., Koronadal City
Tel. No. (083) 228-3425
Room Rates :
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Single room w/ CR
P 250.00
Single room w/ CR 7 Double Bed P 270.00
Single room w/out CR
200.00
Single room w/out CR
260.00
Single Bed w/ CR (air conditioned)
430.00
Extra Person
80.00
LELITA’s LODGE and RESTO
Arellano St., Koronadal City
Room Rates :
Single aircon
P 450.00
Double aircon
500.00
Non-Aircon-common CR 7 electric fan (single occupancy) 250.00
VILLA PRINCESSITA
Jabido Compound, Arellano St., Koronadal City
Room Rates :
30 Single (air conditioned rooms w/ cable TV, bath/toilet) P 375.00
Additional Person
150.00
30 Double (air conditioned rooms w/ cable TV, bath/toilet)
450.00
Additional Person
150.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
ISIDRO’S LODGE
Alunan Avenue, Koronadal City
Tel. No.
:
(083) 228-6144
Room Rates :
5 Ordinary rooms w/ single bed, bathroom 7 electric fan P 450.00
2 Ordinary rooms w/ single bed, TV & air conditioned
450.00
1 double bed air conditioned w/ CR 7 cable TV
550.00
Additional Person
80.00/head
BANKS
BOWLING CENTER
General Santos Drive, Marbel
ALLIED BANK
BANK OF THE PHILIPPINE ISLAND
EQUITABLE PCI BANK
METRO BANK
BPI FAMILY BANK
PHIL BANK OF COMMUNICATION
PHILBANK
RURAL BANK OF KORONADAL
MERCHANT BANK
RCBC
UNITED COCONUT PLANTERS BANK
LAND BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES – ELAN BLDG
LAND BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES – MORALES BRANCH
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PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BANK – MORROW BRANCH
PHILIPPINE NATIONAL BANK – GEN SAN DRIVE BRANCH
DEVELOPMENT BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES
COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
RADIO/TV
DXKI
DXKR
DXKP
DXMX
DXDO
DXXB
DXRE
DXGS
Channel 13
DXDX
Channel 4
TOURIST FACILITIES
SHOPPING CENTERS
STA. CRUZ MISSION
Public Market, Koronadal City
FIT MART DEPARTMENT STORE
ACE CENTERPOINT
KCC SHOPPING CENTER
General Santos Drive, Koronadal City
FIT MART MALL
General Santos Drive, Koronadal City
NEWSPAPERS/MAGAZINES
NEWSPAPERS / MAGAZINES
MINDANAO BULLETIN
SOUTHERN REVIEW
SOUTHERN STAR
SARANGANI JOURNAL
DADIANGAS TIMES
DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT
NEW CAPITOL RESTAURANT
Roxas St., Koronadal
Specialty : Chinese dishes
J RESTAURANT
Alunan venue, Marbel
CASA GEMMA DISCO AND RESTAURANT
General Santos Drive, Koronadal
SARANGANI PROVINCE
HISTORY
Since pre-Spanish times, Sarangani has been occupied by indigenous tribes and Muslim
groups whose heritage and culture have survived to date. Administered as part of the Cotabato
Empire during the American period, the area was incorporated in 1966 into the province of
South Cotabato.
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On May 11, 1992 following a series of legislative procedures including the signing of an
Act by former President Corazon C. Aquino, a plebiscite has confirmed the separation of the
former third district of South Cotabato to a province known as Sarangani Province. Sarangani
province was named after Sarangani Bay. The name itself is legendary ---it is about Saranganing,
an adventurous son of a Sangil family from the coast of Celebes off Indonesia. His voyages
often brought him to the Sultanate of Buayan (now Gen. Santos City), the stronghold of
Maguindanaons. His outstanding character impressed the people that they named the bay after
him.
Sarangani is the country’s 76th province, Mindanao’s 23rd and the Region XII’s 4th. It was
created after a plebiscite held in May 11, 1992 through Republic Act No. 7228 authored by Rep.
James L. Chiongbian and was approved into law on March 16, 1992.
The province has seven (7) municipalities; namely: - Alabel, Glan, Kiamba, Maasim,
Maitum, Malapatan and Malungon.
The province is bounded by Sultan Kudarat in the West, South Cotabato in the North,
Davao del Sur in the East and Celebes in the South. Between the Eastern and Western parts of
the province is General Santos.
Composed mostly of agricultural lands from the Spanish times to the American
colonization, the district was the lowest in terms of growth and development. This can be
blamed to the neglect over a long period of time.
It was only after its creation that the place started to stir from its hibernation with the
construction of roads and bridges connecting the barangays with surrounding municipalities the
Sarangani’s growth started to perk-up. Adding to the province’s development is the linking of
HISTORY
Sarangani Towns to General Santos City with opening of world class roads which run through
the six coats of its seven municipalities.
With this vast highway projects, Sarangani is
strategically placed at the crossroads of “booming” areas of SOCKSARGEN (South Cotabato –
Sultan Kudarat – Sarangani – General Santos). SOCKSARGEN play a vital role in the
development and promotion of EAST ASEAN Growth Area (EAGA).
The province is well known for its cultural heritage. The place is highly endowed with
nature’s blessings.
Sarangani offers wide opportunities for tourism and service industry development. It
has coastline of approximately 230 kilometers. Its coastal towns are lined with idyllic white
sand and beaches and pristine clear waters. It has gained the popularity for its fantastic diving
grounds.
The province has many wide and fertile lands that easily make it an outstanding
agricultural and service area. Hidden beneath the rolling terrain of its mountainous meadows
are rich deposits of marble, gold, limestone and guano. Its vast forest is rich in timber and
other forest products. It has also big swamplands developed for prawn and fishpond products.
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HISTORY
BASIC FACTS
CAPITAL
- Alabel
TOTAL LAND AREA
- 4,100.42 sq. kms.,
TOTAL COASTLINE
- 230 kms. White sand beaches and man grove forest.
The coastline possesses rich fishing grounds and areas
suitable for fishpond.
CLIMATE
- Weather is mild and pleasant and free from typhoons.
POPULATION
- 410,622
MAJOR PRODUCTS
- Coconut, corn, rice, sugarcane, mago, banana,
other high value crops of exotic fruits
NATURAL RESOURCES
- Gold, iron, ore, copper, nickel, marble, phosphate,
gypsum, coal, guano, limestone, fishing grounds and
agricultural lands.
TRANSPORTATION
- Sarangani is accessible by plane or boat from Manila and
Cebu to General Santos City and by bus from Davao
City.
COMMUNICATION
- Local telephone lines are connected in the towns of
Abel and Malungon. Public calling offices provide log
distance telephone services in the town of Maitum and
Kiamba. Cellular phones are widely used in Alabel,
Malungon, Maasim and Glan.
ECO-ADVENTURE
ACTIVITIES.
- Diving snorkeling, aqua sports activities
and
ACCESSIBILITY
By Land
Bus – It takes one ride from General Santos City to Maitum passing Maasim and
Kiamba, buses from the city are with 15 – minutre intervals. After a travel of about 2
and ½ hours on world class roads built under the Philippine Assistance Program (PAP),
prepare yourself for a very fascinating scene, a paradise in which people are longing to
be in.
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Jeepney –Rub elbows with the local on the famous Filipino commuter
vehicle.
By Sea
Motorized outrigger (for island hopping)
FESTIVALS
EVENT
DATE
VENUE
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Foundation Anniversary Nov. 28
Alabel Sarangani
Foundation Anniversary
of the Province of Sarangani.
Lubi-Lubi Festival
Binuyugan
Festival
Nov. 25
May 22-27
Kasadyaan Festival
Glan, Sarangani
A festival showing various
uses of the coconut tree and
its products through dances
and street revelry.
Maitum, Sarangani Festivity of Thanksgiving
Province
Sept. 10
Alabel, Sarangani
A gaiety celebration
showcasing talents,
products, artworks and
culture.
TOURST ATTRACTIONS
NATURAL
GUMASA BEACH
Location :
Glan, Sarangani
Description : A long stretch of powdery white sand beaches with alluring beauty of paradise,
Bountiful fresh coconut fruits and open grassland.
SOUTH POINT DIVE SPOTS
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Location : 200 m from the highway of Maasim, Sarangani Province
Description : A dive site which is more than 200 ft deep and stretches to kilometers and
kilometers of wall shores corals, Stingray, Manta, turtles, wrasses and schools of
tuna and barracuda are just but a few of the beauties that can be enjoyed with
while diving.
KAPATAN-LAGO DIVE SPOTS
Location : Glan, Sarangani
Description : A dive site just near the shorelines and beside an aquaculture farm for Sergeant
fish.
NALUS FALLS
Location : Kiamba, Sarangani, less than a km from the highway
Description : Huge boulders of granite giving to a number of water falls, ideal for scrambling,
bouldering and rappelling.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
PINOL CAVE
Location :
Brgy. Pinol, Maitum, Sarangani
Description : Formerly known as Ayub Cave, where a unique assemblage of archaeological
find (human faces and figures in earthenware medium) that depicts Sarangani’s cultural wealth
was excavated in this cave in 1991.
BAT SANCTUARY
Location :
Brgy. Pinol, Maitum, Sarangani
Description : Situates hundreds of thousands of giant golden crowned flying fox bats.
HISTORICAL
TAMPAT SHRINE
Location :
Brgy. Tampat, Maasim, Sarangani
Description : Situates the majestic shrine of the subordinate ruling Sultanates of Maguindanao.
The oldest tomb of this place dates back to the earlier years of our ancestors.
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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
MAN-MADE
CAPITOL PARK
Location :
Capitol Compound, Alabel
Description : Stands at the center of the 26-hectare lot dotted with other buildings that house
practically all offices of line agencies of the government. It has a huge sports complex, an
Olympic-size swimming pool, gymnasium, and tourism village, among others.
ISLA PARILLA RESORT
Location :
Natioal Highway, Alabel
Description : A man-made island just a kilometer away from the Capitol Park. The resort
offers mouth-watering cuisines of Sergeant fish, Diana or Pompano just taken from the fish pen.
SARANGANI GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
Location : Pula-tana, Malungon, Sarangani
Description : A 9-hole club with complete amenities. The area is surrounded with mangoes,
hardwood trees and miniature lakes.
CENTURY-OLD HOUSES
Location: Glan, Sarangani
Description : Rows of several ancestral houses built mostly in the early part of 1900’s, with
high balconies, canopies and walls of “kalados” and concrete step boards leading to wide
wooden staircases. Some of them bear stunning collections of precious antiques and oriental
sets right in the living room.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
SOCIO-CULTURAL
KALON-BARAK SKYLINE
Location : Malungon, Sarangani
Description : The site of eco-cultural tourism approximately 750 ft above sea level. It is
comparable to Tagaytay City, a viewing point of Mt. Apo, Mt. Matutum, Sarangani Bay and
Davao Golf at one. It is known for its cold climate, the habitat of Sarangani tarsiers and
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holds 3 villages of B’laan tribe. It is
occupation.
the
tribes’ last stronghold during the Japanese
TOURIST FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
JOYCE INN
Poblacion Glan
Contact Person : Mr. & Mrs. Jovelito Gagarian
Room Rates :
P 200/room
No. of Rooms :
2
CONSUELO LODGE
Poblacion Glad
REXEM LODGE
Poblacion Kiamba
Contact Person : Mr. Ricardo Agustillo
No. of Rooms :
Room Rates :
P 65.00(single)
PLAZA VIEW
Poblacion Kiamba
Contact Person : Dra. Peralta
No. of Rooms : 6
Room Rates :
P 65.00 (single)
MAITUM SNACK HAUZ
Poblacion Maitum
Contact Person :
Room Rates :
P 100/room
NABOR LADGING HOUSE
Poblacion Maitum
Contact Person : Mrs. Caridad Nabor
No. of Rooms : 4
Room Rates :
P 50/night
TOURIST FACILITIES
KASFALA HALL
Capitol Compound, Abel
For visiting officials/guest upon approval of thee Governor’s office
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BEACH RESORTS
REYES BEACH RESORT
Gumasa, Glan
Contact Person : Mr. Omit Tangaro
No. of Rooms :
6
Room Rates :
P 150/room
BDC BEACH RESORT
Tango, Glan
Contact Person :
No. of Rooms :
Room Rates :
Mrs. Barcilisa Jugarap
6
P 150/room
BELANDAANG BEACH RESORT
Sumbang Point, Brgy. Taluyan
VICTORIA BEACH RESORT
Tango, Glan
ALEGADO BEACH RESORT
Glan Padidu, Glan
CELEBES BEACH RESORT
Tuluya, Glan
TOURIST FACILITIES
LADOL BEACH
Ladol, Poblacion Glan
Contact Person :
Mr. Prudencio Suan
No. of Rooms :
10
Room Rates :
P 50-100 / cottage
KAWAS BEACH
Ladol, Poblacion Glan
Contact Person :
No. of Rooms :
20
Room Rates :
ABLOG BEACH
Suli, Kiamba
Contact Person:
No. of Rooms
P 75-100/ccottage
Mr. Juanito S. Chua
TUCA BEACH
Poblacion Kiamba
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Contact Person :
No. of Rooms :
ARIZALETA BEACH
Kablacan, Maasim
Contact Person :
No. of Rooms
Mr. Yahia Salem
Mrs. Arizaleta
4ML BEACH
Siguel, Maasim
Contact Person :
No. of Rooms :
COLON BEACH
Colon, Maasim
Contact Person :
No. of Rooms
DECS National High School
TOURIST FACILITIES
YABES BEACH
Mabay, Maitum
Contact Person :
No. of Rooms :
Room Rates :
Mrs. Mae V. Mendoza
RUDES BEACH
Mabay, Maitum
Contact Person :
No. of Rooms :
Room Rates
Mrs. Filipina del Rosario
P 30-50/cottage
P 20/cottage
DARAGA BEACH
Tuyan, Malapatan
SONGCOY BEACH
Poblacion, Malapatan
BAZAAN BEACH RESORT (BDC)
Tango, Glan, Sarangani
Contact Person :
Baasing Duplico Jugaraap
Room Rates :
3 Room Capacity
Picnic Huts
Entrance Fee
Overnight
Conference Room
P 160 inclusive of entrance free common toilet and bath
P 80
5.00/day tour
10.00
500.00/day cap. 100 pax
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4 rooms
5 rooms
Services
4 pax capacity
3 pax capacity
Canteen, food catering (per order)
TOURIST FACILITIES
INLAND RESORT
ISLA PARILLA
Kawas, Alabel
Contact Person : Mr. Marfin Tan
No. of Rooms :
14
Room Rates : P 1,000 per room
NALUS FALLS
Nalus, Kimba
Contact Person : Mr. Danilo Angeles
No. of Rooms :
DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT
JOSE EMILIO BAR/RESTAURANT
Poblacion, Glan
Contact Person :
Mr. & Mrs. Roderick Alegado
No. of Rooms
JALLY’S RESTAURANT
Poblacion, Glan
Contact Person :
Mrs. Tessie Yap
GLADECO RESTAURANT
Poblacion, Kiamba
Contact Person :
Mr. Ely Wong
CASA LINDA
Poblacion, Kiamba
Contact Person :
Merlind Marcelo
JUDITH CARENDERIA
Poblacion , Kiamba
Contact Person :
Mrs. Nero
DONNA’S FASTFOOD
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
Mrs. Aida R. Mendoza
TOURIST FACILITIES
JOYJOY FASTFOOD
Poblacion, Maitum
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Contact Person :
VELIN’S EATERY
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
RAY’S FASTFOOD
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
A & J KITCHENETTE
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
Mrs. Perla Ampodia
Mrs. Avelina R. Caasi
Ms. Hazel Mendoza
Mrs. Mae V. Mendoza
Mrs. Orlanda Purisima
RENT-A-CAR
GOTRASCO WINYAN
Poblacion,Glan
Contact Person :
Dr. Jose Tranquillo Ruiz
MKM RENT-A-CAR SERVICES
Poblacion, Kiamba
Contact Person :
Mr. Marcial Marcelo
KM RENT A CAR
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
Mr. Arnold Mendoza
KM TRANSPORT
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
Mr. Arnold Mendoza
TOURIST FACILTIES
JIREH TRANSPORT
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :
Mr. Limuel N. Gacula
CONVENTION/SEMINAR FACILITIES
CASA LINDA
Poblacion, Kiamba
Contact Person :Mr. Marlind Marcelo
HAZEL’S DINNER
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person : Maitum Government
RICK’S PLACE
MC CINDY’S
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Poblacion, Kiamba
Contact Person : Engr. Jose Pimentel
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person : Ms. Gliceria Dungca
ISLA PARILLA
Ladol, Alabel
Contact Person :
MALALAG SOCIAL HALL
Poblacion, Maitum
Contact Person :Mrs. Marcelina R. del Carmen
REGIONAL TRAINING CENTER
Capitol Compound
Abel, Sarangani
MUNICIPAL TRAINING CENTER
Poblacion, Malungon
Contact Person :
Malungon Government
ST. ANTHONY SEMINAR HALL
Poblacion, Kiamba
DEPEd SOCIAL HALL
Poblacion, Kiamba
TOURIST FACILITIES
FINANCIAL INSTITUTION
UCPB RURAL BANK
Poblacion, Glan
RURAL BANK OF KIAMBA
Poblacion, Kiamba
ALABEL RURAL BANK
Poblacion, Alabel
RURAL BAK OF DARBCI
Poblacion, Maitum
POLOMOLOK RURAL BANK
Poblacion, Alabel
MINDANAO DEV’T. BANK
Poblacion, Malungon
LAND BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES
Capitol Complex, Alabel
TELECOMUNICATION FACILITIES
PINOY PHONE
Poblacion, Glan
TELECOM
Poblaacion, Glan
RCPI/BAYANTEL
Poblacion, Kiamba
PILTEL
Poblacion ,
BAYANTEL
Poblacion, Maitum
RECON
Poblacion, Maitum
PT & T
Poblacion, Malungon
Maasim
POLICE STATIONS
REACT
Poblacion, Maitum
PROVINCIAL PNP HEADQUARTER
Kawas, Alabel
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GLAN
Poblacion, Glan
ALABEL PNP STATION
Poblacion, Alabel
TOURIST FACILITIES
SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
MUNICIPAL GYMNASIUM
Poblacion, Maasim
BARANGAY GYMNASIUM
Banate, Malungon
TENNIS COURT
Poblacion, Glan
MUNICIPAL GYMNASIUM
Poblacion, Maitum
MUNICIPAL GYMNASIUM
Poblacion, Alabel
CULTURAL CENTER & GYMNASIUM
Capitol Compund Alabel
Sarangani Province
KIAMBA SPORTS COMPLEX
Poblacion, Kiamba
SPORTS COMPLEX
Capitol Compound Alabel
DECS/ Provincial Govt. of Sarangani
MUNICIPAL GYMNASIUM
Poblacion, Malungon
BARANGAY GYMNASIUM
Malandag, Malungon
SARANGANI GOLFCOURSE & COUNTRY CLUB
Pulutana, Malungon
COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
Telephone Station
AM Radio Station
FM Radio Station
Local Dialies
Messengerial
Post Office
Mobile Telephone Sites
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
None
None
None
None
None
None
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TOURIST FACILITIES
LANGUAGE AND DIALECTS
Cebuano
Tagalog
English
:
:
:
49%
4%
2%
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Others
:
55%
TOURISM-ORIENTED AGENCIES / ORGANIZATIONS
PROVINCIAL TOURISM OFFICE
Provincial Capitol
Alabel, Sarangani Province
Tel No. (083) 508-2172 (083) 508-5231
Provincial Tourism Officer : MS. APRIL MARJORIE P. RUDES
SARANGANI PROVINCE TOURISM COUNCIL
c/o Provincial Tourism Office
SULTAN KUDARAT PROVINCE
HISTORY
SULTAN KUDARAT was made an independent province on November 22, 1973 by
virtue of Presidential Decree No. 341.
The province was part of the former Empire Province of Cotabato presently covered by
three provinces namely: Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao and Cotabato. Being one of the largest
and the richest province in the country, there was a necessity to divide the former Province of
Cotabato into smaller units. Its potentials have not been fully developed due to the magnitude
of the task of the provincial government. Besides, the trouble that have long plagued the area
need to be resolved and many conflicting political, social and economic interest limited the
progress of the province. There was an immediate need to promote stability and accelerate
the development in the area. As a result of the division, Sultan Kudarat province came into
existence.
The name of the province was derived from a Muslim ruler, the late Sultan Mohammad
Dipatuan Kudarat of the Sultanate of Maguindanao, who reigned from 1625 to 1671 A.D. He
was a virtual leader who embodied the idea of basic unity, oneness, and freedom among the
diverse people scattered throughout his Sultanate. He was considered as one of the national
heroes of the Republic of the Philippines not only because of his patriotic exploit in repelling
Spanish domination. For his honor, the province was named after him.
GEOGRAPHY / AREA AND LOCATION
Sultan Kudarat is located in the South –Western part of the island of Mindanao. It is
bounded on the North by its sister provinces of Maguindanao and Cotabato; on the South
by the provinces of South Cotabato and Sarangani; on East by Davao del Sur; and on the
West by the Celebes Sea.
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The Municipality of Isulan is the capital town of the province which is approximately
88 kilometers from Cotabato City; 174 kilometers from Davao City and 103 kilometers
from Gen. Santos City.
The province is strategically in the BIMP-EAGA region. Its costal areas and towns are
directly facing Australia and the three major ASEAN growth partners (Malaysia, Indonesia
and Brunei), making it a potential backdoor of t he Philippines to these countries.
HISTORY
POLITICAL SUBDIVISION
Sultan Kudarat is now under the administrative supervision of Region XII. It is
composed of eleven (11) municipalities and one (1) component city namely; Bagumbayan,
Colombio, Esperanza, Isulan, Kalamansig, Lebak, Lutayan, Lambayong, Palimbang, President
Quirino, Senator Ninoy Aquino and the City of Tacurong
As of 2001, the province has a total of 248 barangays. The municipality of Palimbang
has the most number with 39, followed by Lebak with 27, Lambayong with 26 while the
municipality Lutayan has the least of the barangays with 11.
LAND AREA
The approximate land area of the province as of December 31, 2001 is 468,704.5223
hectares (assessed) for roughly 4,687.0452 square kilometers.
Of the eleven (11) municipalities, Colombio has the largest with 960.0328 square
kilometers or 20.48% of the provincial total land area while Lutayan has the smallest with
78.7897 square kilometers or 1.68 %.
TOPOGRAPHY
Generally, the province has a flat and rolling terrain. The wide plains are mostly
located in mainland covering the municipalities of Isulan, Esperanza, Tacurong City,
Lambayong, Pres. Quirino and Lutayan. Other plains are situated in the coastal town of
Lebak and Palimbang. The rich agricultural areas are found between mountain ranges
notably in the Kulaman and Allah Valleys.
It has considerable irregular length of coastline which stretches along
the
municipalities of Lebak, Kalamansig and Palimbang facing the Celebes Sea where bangus fry,
tuna fish and other marine product abound.
HISTORY
CLIMATE
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Sultan Kudarat falls under the type B of climate characterized by rain showers or
evenly distributed rainfall throughout the year providing sufficient soil moisture for
agricultural production. The period of December to January is relatively wet while
February is relatively dry. Heavy rainfall normally starts from March to November.
POPULATION
The province has a total population of 510,151 as of 2000 CENSUS.
ACCESSIBILITY
LAND
Buses , jeeps and air-conditioned vans primarily constitute
the means of
transportation in the province. Tricycles and motorized pedicabs ply the municipal streets
while in the remote barangays, there are motorcycles locally known as “Skylab” for hire.
There are also jeepneys plying from Lebak and Kalamansig to the capital town of Isulan,
passing the municipalities of Senator Ninoy Aquino and Bagumbayan, and also jeepneys plying
to Cotabato City via Upi, Maguindanao.
AIR
Accessible via Cotabato City and General Santos City airports.
SEA
M/V Amerlyn plies the route Cotabato City to Kalamansig and vice versa for three (3)
hours. Launches and other motorized bancas are used in ferrying commuters and goods from
the coastal towns of Lebak and Kalamansig to Cotabato City and vise-versa and from Palimbang
to Kiamba in South Cotabato.
FESTIVAL
EVENT
DATE
Kalimudan Festival
VENUE
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
November 21-22
S.K Prov.A celebration for a
bountiful harvest where the
different tribal groups in the
province gather. Activities
include street dancing
parade, horsefight, trade fair
and sports competition. The
festival highlights the
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foundation anniversary of the
province.
Kanduli Festival
October
10
S.K Prov.Lutayan
-A merry making
with food festival and street
dancing parade.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Bagumbayan
:
Pitot Cave
Bamban Falls
Columbio
:
Columbio Hot and Cold Spring
Sinapulan Cold Spring
Datablao Cave
Esperanza
:
Mambucal Hot Spring
Isulan
:
Lagandang Hot/Sulphur Spring
Kalamansig
:
Sulfuric Hot Spring
White Sand Beaches
Burial Urns
Lambayong
:
LAMRIS Dam
Lebak
:
Nuling Hot Spring
Lutayan
:
Lake Buluan
Palimbang
:
Alidama Island
Seven Lakes
Senator Ninoy Aquino
:
Nati Spring
Kipulao Falls
Paradise Cave
Burial Urns
TOURIST FACILITIES
ACCOMODATION
DIAMOND A’S HOTEL
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Ms. Concepcion Aler
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Contact No. :
(064) 201-3896
Type of Rooms
Standard
VIP
Rates
P 500.00
800.00
Amenities
CRISTINA HOTEL
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Ms. Josephine Letrero
Contact No. : (064) 201-3659
Type of Rooms
Rates
Single (w/out TV)
Single (w/ TV)
P 450.00
500.00
Non Air conditioned rooms
Single
Double
Amenities
250.00
350.00
SULTANATE LODGE
Isulan, sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Ms. Crecencia Labrador
Contact No.
: (064) 201-3406
Type of Rooms
Single
Double
Non Air conditioned rooms
Single
Double
Rates
Amenities
P 375.00
475.00
175.00
275.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
STAR LODGE
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Riogelio Cabanlit
Contact No. : (064) 201-4936
Single rooms : P 400.00
LEECAR PENSION HOUSE
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Ramon Aristoza
Contact No. : (064) 201-4458
Type of Rooms
Single
Double
Twin
Suite room
Rates
Amenities
P 450.00
550.00
600.00
850.00
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Non Air conditioned rooms
Single
250.00
KAPITBAHAY LODGE
Lebak, Sultan Kudarat
RAMIREZ LODGE
Lebak, Sultan Kudarat
ERMITANIO LODGING HOUSE
Palimbang, Sultan Kudarat
EARL LODGING HOUSE
Kulaman, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Domingo Edio
ARRIANE LODGING HOUSE
Kulaman, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Arturo Paderio
TOURIST FACILITIES
RESTAURANTS
SEAFOODS
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Atty. Aurelio Freires
Contact No.
: (064) 201-3212
MAURINGS KAMAYAN
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Romeo Pernato
Contact No.
: (064) 201-4855
ENRICO’S
Isulan, sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Ms. Arielyn Mendoza
Contact No.
: (064) 201-4997
B-J’s
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Jun Garcia
Contact No.
: (064) 201-3642
CRYSTAL CITY
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Ms. Grace Ledesma
Contact No.
: (064) 201-4572
YES PLACE
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
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Contact Person : Mr. Ricky Dayon
Contact No.
: (064) 201-4744
JOHN & MAR RESTO
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Ms. Ruja Distor
TOURIST FACILITIES
FORTUNE PLACE
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Randolf Medina
Contact No.
: (064) 201-4932
CASTILLO’S PLACE
Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
Contact Person : Mr. Placido Castillo
AMPULYER KITCHENETTE
Kulaman, Sultan Kudarat
KIDAPAWAN
HISTORY
Kidapawan City was created by virtue of Republic Act No. 8500 signed by then
President Fidel V. Ramos on February 12, 1998, making it a Component City of the Province of
Cotabato. Despite opposition from certain quarters, the people overwhelmingly ratified the
said Act on March 21, 1998 during a plebiscite conducted for the purpose.
Originally named a district of Pikit in 1942, Kidapawan was later declared a separate
Municipality by virtue of Executive Order No. 82 issued by then President Manuel A. Roxas on
August 18, 1947 – thereby becoming the fourth town of the then Empire Province of Cotabato,
which was then composed of the municipalities of Cotabato (now Cotabato City), Dulawan
(later named Datu Piang) and Midsayap. It covered a total land area of 273,262 hectares. Later,
four municipalities, namely : Magpet, Matalam, Mlang and Pres. Roxas were created out of
Kidapawan, thus diminishing its area to 33,926.4 hectares.
Prior to its conversation to a municipality, five appointed District Mayors had served
Kidapawan. The first Datu Siawan Ingkal, tribal chieftain of the Manobos who headed the
Civilian Emergency Administration when World War II broke out. He was then followed by
Felimon Blanco, Ceferino Villnueva, Jacinto Paclibar, and Alfonso Angeles, Sr., who became the
first elected mayor of the municipality.
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Kidapawan became the provincial capital of North Cotabato pursuant to Presidential
Decree No. 341 dated 22 November 1973, with the provincial seat of government located in
one of Kidapawan’s barangays, Amas. Later Batas Pambansa No. 660 dated 19 December 1983
renamed the province of North Cotabato just plain Cotabato. By the time it became the
province’s capital, Kidapawan had already 40 barangays under its geopolitical jurisdiction.
The name Kidapawan was derived from two Ubo-Manobo words “Tida”, meaning
“spring”, and “Pawan”, meaning “highland”, hence Tidapawan, “Spring in the Highland”. Its first
settlers were the tribal Manobos. The influx of Christian settlers from Luzon and the Visayas
has resulted in the evolution of the word Tidapawan to Kidapawan.
HISTORY
Geographical Features
Kidapawan City is geographically located at the southern part of Cotabato Province. It
is traverse by the Davao-Cotabato national highway, and is midway between the cities of Davao
and Cotabato. It spans an area of about 33,926.4 ha. Of flat to rugged to hilly and mountainous
terrain. The City’s southwestern and northwestern portions are generally flat.
Climate
Located outside the typhoon belt, the city is blessed with favorable climate
characterized by wet and dry seasons. The coldest time of the year is between December and
January, and the hottest months are during April and May.
Population : 101,205 as of 2000 census.
Location
Southeastern portion of Catabato Province; located almost midway between the cities
of Davao and Cotabato at a distance of 110 and 120 km.
ACCESSIBILITY
There are two (2) point of entries :
Cotabato City and Davao City
By land
From Cotabato City to Kidapawan :
Bus Companies :
WEENA Express and People’s Transport
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Bus Station
:
Don Rufino Alonzo St. and Jose Lim St., Cotabato City
Schedule
:
Travel Time
:
First trip: 4:00 a.m., 30 minutes interval for airconditioned bus and 5
minutes interval for deluxe bus
2.5-3 hours
Fare
:
P 271.20 (aircon bus)
P 249.10 (deluxe bus)
From Davao City to Kidapawan : same bus companies, schedule and rates, stationed at Ecoland
Bus Terminal, Ecoland, Davao City, travel time is 2 hours
FESTIVAL
EVENT
DATE
VENUE
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
City Foundation Anniversary
Feb. 7-12
Kidapawan
City A weeklong celebration highlighted
by the search for “Mutya ng
Kidapawan”, agro-industrial
trade fair, horse fight and the
city’s abundant harvest and
Mardigrass.
Allaw Ta Apo Sandawa
Kidapawan City
A gathering of all
highland tribes in honor of Mt. Apo,
the country’s highest mountain
which they considered sacred.
Fruit Festival
April 7
movable from
July-August Kidapawan City A festival where
Kidapawan takes its fruit growing
industry to the streets. Activities
include cultural shows, parade and
exhibit of local fruit products, street
dancing competition, and lectures
on fruit preparation processes.
3rd wk of Dec Kidapawan City
wide contest which feature
the firing of bamboo canons
using empty milk cans as
projectiles. The canon that
can fire the farthest wins
the contest.
Kanyong Kawayan Festival
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A city
2nd wk of Oct
Kidapawan City
country’s highest peak during
semestral break.
Mt. Apo Octotrek
A trek to the
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
NATURAL
MT. APO
Location :
Kidapawan City
Description: The Philippines’ highest peak and home to the almost extinct Philippine Eagle; a
majestic mountain surrounded by moss-covered century-old-trees, captivating
flora and fauna, sulfur craters and massive boulders. It is one of the most-visited
summer respite of local and foreign tourists, occupying a total land area of
72,769 hectares of rainforest.
LAKE VENADO
Location:
Mt. Apo
Description: A hidden lake among the mountain ranges at an elevation of 7,200 feet above sea
level. Its crystal waters mirror the twin peak of Mt. Apo.
LAKE AGKO
Location:
Brgy. Ilomavis
Description: A steaming blue lake where hot and cold spring converge at an elevation of
4,200 feet above sea level. It is five kilometers away from the jump-off point of
Barangay Ilomavis.
MARBLE FALLS & HOTSPRING
Location: Brgy. Ilomavis
Description: A hidden twin falls about 60-70 feet high surrounded by hot springs.
MAWIG FALLS
Location:
Barangay Balabag
Description: It is the source of the crystal clear Matingao River.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
KANSAL FALLS
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Location: Mt. Apo
Description : The source of Kidapawan city’s best tasting potable water.
PANIQUI CAVE & WATERFALLS
Location:
Brgy. Balabag
Description : It has a crystal clear waterfalls and cold springs with natural pool that is
surrounded by mountain ridges and blessed with natural cave.
MANDARANGAN GEOLOGICAL SITE
Location: Mt. Apo Natural Park
Description : A major educational tourism site known to the locals as “Gamay nga Bulkan”
(little volcano).
MAN-MADE
FRUIT FARMS AND ORCHARDS
Location: Kidapawan City
Description : Vast plantations of exotic tropical fruits like durian, mangosteen, mango,
lanzones, marang, rambutan and bananas.
GATELAND SWIMMING POOL RESORT
Location:
Lanao, Kidapawan City
Description : It has 2 units of swimming pool w/ an area of more or less 1-2 has. Sorrounded
with fruit trees and other farm plantation
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
NIC’S RIVER VIEW RESORT
Location:
Poblacion, Kidapawan City
Description: It has 2 units of swimming pool w/ an area of more or less 2 has. Planted with
fruit trees such as magosteen, rambutan coconut, etc.
TOURIST FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
AJ HI-TIME HOTEL AND RESTAURANT
77
Plaridel St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1811 / 288-1475
22 fully airconditioned rooms
P 650.00 – 600.00 / room
complete amenities, with multiple function rooms; continental and Filipino dishes
SILVER SPOON LODGE
Old PC Barracks, Sudapin, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 228-1299
11 Fully-airconditioned rooms
P 500.00 – 600.00/ room
Complete amenities; Chinese and Filipino cuisine
JBL LODGE
Daang Maharlika, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-5002
5 fully airconditioned rooms
P 500.00 / room
SPOTTSWOOD METHODIST CENTER
Singao, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-5121 / 288-5362
17 fully (aircon & non-aircon)
P 450.00 – 550.00 / room
Dormitory-type accommodations; conference halls – free-of-charge for live-in seminars
TOURIST FACILITIES
AJD GARDEN PADS
Quinco St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-4781
5 fully airconditioned rooms
P 180.00 – 435.00 / room
2 dormitory-type accommodations with function rooms
MANG OMING LODGE
Quezon Boulevard, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1420
8 fully airconditioned rooms
14 non-airconditioned rooms
P 400.00 – 500.00 / room
P 250.00 - 300.00 / room
JAYAG PENSION HOUSE
Quirino St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1514
7 fully airconditioned rooms
P 450.00 – 500.00 / room
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10 non-airconditioned rooms
P 150.00 – 250.00 / room
GUADALUPE FORMATION CENTER
Balindog, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1776
Convention halls; dormitory type quarters for live-in seminars
RBM SEAFOODS GARDEN RESTAURANT & MOTOR BAY INN
Daang Maharlika, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-4560
Seafoods and Chinese cuisine
FAJZ CAFÉ
Jose Abad Santos St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1609
Chinese and Filipino Cuisine jazz bar; live band; function rooms
TOURIST FACILITIES
PEPER BIRD RESTAURANT
Lanao, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1609
Swimming pool; conference room; Chinese & Filipino cuisine
DAWN’ CAFÉ
Jose Abad Santos St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1835
Chinese & Filipino dishes, cakes, pastries & native delicacies
ENRAC’S FAMILY RESTO BAR
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1214
Chinese & Filipino cuisine with KTV
JOLLIBEE
Quezon Blvd., corner Roxas St.
Kidapawan City
BOYAKS LECHON HOUSE
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 278-4012
Grilled chicken and fastfood
VILLA MANUEL RESTAURANT
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Filipino & Chinese cuisine
JULO’S PLACE & RESTO BAR
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 278-3040
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Filipino & Continental cuisine with KTV
DON RAFAEL CHINESE RESTAURANT & BAKESHOP
Dayao St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-4560
Chinese cuisine, cakes and bread
TOURIST FACILITIES
JP SWIMMING RESORT & RESTAURANT
Indangan
Kidapawan City
JARDIN TROPICANA RESTAURANT
Lanao, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1609
Filipino & Continental cuisine, fastfood with KTV
PARKS KEBABS & RESTAURANT
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Filipino & Chinese cuisine & live bands
BOB’S RESTAURANT
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Chinese & Filipino cuisine
BOYD SIMON’S PIZZA HAUZ
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-5222
Pizza, Filipino cuisine and live band
MARTINEZ SWIMMING RESORT
Mua-an, Kidapawan City
SUGNI FASTFOOD
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel. No. (064) 278-4243
BRB FASTFOOD
Jose Abad Santos St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-5287
LADY CHAMP BURGER & FASTFOOD
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-5153
TOURIST FACILITIES
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JERVOSO’S PLACE
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1233
Native chicken barbecue & fastfood
PEP’S COUNTY BAR & RESTAURANT
Balindog, Kidapawan City
Chinese & Filipino Cuisine
SURVIVE FASTFOOD
Quezon Blvd.,
Kidapawan City
AKL FASTFOOD
Dayao St., Kidapawan City
FOODCRAFT FASTFOOD
Dayao St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1840
COMMUNICATION
METRO KIDAPAWAN TELEPHONE CORPORATION
MKTC Bldg., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1500 Fax No. (064) 288-1569
NATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION COMMISSION
City Hall Complex, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-5348
RCPI/BAYANTEL
Marasigan Bldg., Datu Ingkal St., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1734
TOURIST FACILITIES
SMART KIDAPAWAN WIRELESS CENTER
KHAS Bldg., Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 278-4099
PHILIPPINE TELEPHONE & TELEGRAPH
Marasigan Bldg., Datu Ingkal St., Kidapawan City
Tel nO. (064) 288-1223
RADIO/TV BROADCASTING STATIONS
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NOTRE DAME BROADCASTING CORPORATION
(DXND – AM; DXDM – FM)
Tel No. (064) 288-1558
MANILA BROADCASTING COMPANY
(Radyo Natin – DXYY)
Tel No. (064) 288-4311
CANDELARIA ANDOLANA BROADCASTING SYSTEM
(Charm Radio – DXCA)
Tel No. (064) 288-1698
CABLE STATION
KIDAPAWAN CABLE TV
Tel No (064) 288-1540
MAKILALA CABLE TV
Tel No. (064) 288-5259
MAILING/ COURIER SERVICES
PHILIPPINE POSTAL CORPORATION
Quirino Drive, Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1388
JRS BUSINESS CORPORATION
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-173
LBC EXPRESS, INC.
KHAS Bldg., Quezon Blvd.,
Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1806
FASTPAK AIR EXPRESS CORP
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-4748
TOURIST FACILITIES
LIBCAP SUPER EXPRESS
Quezon Blvd., Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-3003
DHL EXPRESS
Marasigan Bldg., Datu Ingkal St.
Kidapawan City
Tel No. (064) 288-1295
BANKING INSTITUTIONS
Allied Bank Corporation
Tel No. (064) 288-1833/288-1413
Equitable PCI Bank
Tel No. (064) 288-1678/288-1689
Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation
Tel No. (064) 288-1572/2885297
Philippine Bank of Communications
Tel No. (064) 288-5296/288-5297
Development Bank of the Philippines
Tel No. (064) 288-1373/288-372
Land Bank of the Philippines
Tel No. (064) 288-1303/288-5118
Philippine National Bank
Tel No. (064) 288-1324/288-5008
Metro Bank
Tel No. (064)288-1324
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United Coconut Planters Bank
Tel No. (064) 288-1421/288-1787
COTABATO PTOVINCE
HISTORY
The original Cotabato Province known as the Empire of Cotabato used to be the
largest in the country in terms of land area until November 22, 1973 or P.D. 341 which
created the new provinces of Sultan Kudarat and Maguindanao. Earlier, South Cotabato was
segregated, and what was then North Cotabato was renamed Cotabato under Batas
Pambansa 660 on December 19, 1983.
The word “Cotabato” is derived from the
Maguindanaon “Kutawato” or “Stone Fort”.
Cotabato province at present has a total area of 6,958.72 s.km. or 29.5% of the total
land area of Region XII. Cotabato lies strategically in the central portion of Mindanao.
Kidapawan City, the capital city is located in the Eastern slopes of the highest peak of the
country, the Mt. Apo.
Cotabato has a distinct character resulting from varying culture, dialects, trait and
ways of life as indicated by its unique blend of people. Today, about 80% of the
population are Christian migrants from the Visayas and Luzon. The cultural communities
predominated by Muslims and Manobo highlanders comprise the remaining 20%.
Its attractive terrain and varied cultural climate, added to its alienable lands,
(51.59%) or 358,970 have continued to draw settlers who embark on farming or business
entrepreneurship.
Half of the province’s total land area is forest land. This includes timberlands, animal
sanctuaries, national parks and forest reserves.
Mineral resources especially white clay to ceramics production abound in the
Municipalities of Magpet, Makilala, M’lang, Pres. Roxas, Pikit and Banisilan. Non-metallic
resources such as limestone, sand and gravel, an ideal material for construction are also
abundant.
Despite its being an inland province, Cotabato manages to make up with two
freshwater lakes and two largest marshes which teem with aquatic life-these are the
Liguasan and Libungan marshes.
HISTORY
Power sources include the Lake Lanao-Agus River Hydro-Electric Power Complex with
1,000mw potential and the Cotabato and Agusan River Basin with 1,605 and 991mw potential
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respectively. The Mt. Apo Geothermal plant provides additional power supply for the entire
province.
Agriculture, forestry and fishery are still the dominant industries in Cotabato Province
as reflected in employment statistics, social and personal services, wholesale and retail follow.
Popular crops include rice, corn , rubber, coconut, sugarcane, coffee, banana ,
vegetables, fruit trees and root crops. Coconut production with 22,571 has lead over
rubber production covering 29,833.50 has.
With the Investment Incentives Act or RA 5186, the growth of Cotabato industry
has greatly boasted. A number of processing plants sprouted; Feeds Manufacturing and
Rubber processing in Kidapawan City, Municipalities of Makilala, and M’lang, the Aleosan
and the Natural Essence Processing in Kamarahan President Roxas..
At present, Cotabato Province is a prime focus of rubber industry with its 27
processing plants producing pale creep 2x brown, crumb, air dried sheets. The rubber
industry in Cotabato promises as a manufacturing ventures and could generate further
economic activities and improve the coffers of the province. Fruit production leading to fruit
processing complements the advancements in the local rubber industry. Leading in
production of exotic fruits such as Durian, Lanzones, Rambotan, Marang, Jackfruit and
many more. Cotabato could as well process these and lead in the export of canned fruits.
Ramie plantations in Pres. Roxas and Kidapawan, can be future boom to the local textile
industry which has yet to be established.
Other industries that are beginning to gain importance and demand expansion are the
cassava starch industry, rattan products manufacturing, wood and furniture manufacturing,
(using Philippine Mahogany and Lauan) Buri furniture manufacturing, bamboo craft and
handicraft industries.
HISTORY
Cutflower has become a good source of livelihood among Cotabateños, especially
those residing Kidapawan City, who have organized a cooperative on cutflower marketing
and production. Roses, Anthuriums and Orchids which are conveniently grown locally are
highly promising and profitable business and source of livelihood. Even the large-scale
production of ornamentals and forest tree seedlings has become a high selling business in
the province.
GEOGRAPHY / AREA AND LOCATION
The province lies on the Eastern part of Region XII and is strategically located in the
central part of Mindanao. It is bounded on the North by the provinces of Lanao del Sur and
Bukidnon, on the East by Davao City, Southeast by Davao del Sur, and Maguindanao on the
West, and Sultan Kudarat on the Southwest.
CLIMATE
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The climate is cool and humid. There are no typhoons but rainfall is frequent, the
plains of Cotabato also lie between long mountain ranges, which are source of cool breezes.
POPULATION
The population is 857,438 as of 2000 CENSUS.
ACCESSIBILITY
By Air:
By Sea:
By Land:
Air Philippines
- Daily flights from Manila to Davao City.
Cebu Facific
- Daily flights from Manila to Cotabato City and Davao
City Airport.
PAL
- Daily flights from Manila to Cotabato City.
SuperFerry
- Leaves Manila every Friday evening and arrives at Polloc
Port at Monday morning.
Sulpicio Lines
- Leaves Manila every Saturday afternoon and arrives at
Pooloc port at Tuesday morning.
From Cotabato City to Cotabato Province
Bus Companies:
Bus Station:
Schedule:
Weena Express & People’s Transport
Don Rufino Alonzo St., Cotabato City
First Trip: 4:00 am, 30 minutes interval with airconditioned bus & 5 min.
Interval for deluxe bus.
Travel Time: 2.5 to 3 hrs.
Bus Companies:
Fare:
P 271.20 – Aircon Bus
P 249.10 – De luxe Bus
Weena Express , People’s Transport & Tacurong Express (Davao-Makilala
Going to Tacurong City)
FESTIVALS
EVENT
DATE
VENUE
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Halad sa Sto. Niño
every 3rd
Sun of Jan
Midsayap
An annual fiesta celebration in honor of
Patron Saint Sr. Sto. Niño characterized by
street dancing and a parade-cum-Mardi
Grass.
Paka’at Kal’lo
Festival
Holy Week
Magpet
A thanksgiving feast of the indigenous tribes
in celebration of a bountiful harvest.
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Hinugyaw sa
Cotabato
Sept. 1
Provincial EXPO
Kadagayaan
Festival
Capitol Complex A Foundation Day celebration of Cotabato
Amas, Kid. City Province highlighted by boisterous merrymaking of colorful costumes and rhythmicethnic dances of street revelers, beauty
pageant, battle of the bands, agro industrial
fair, open mountain bike challenge.
Oct. 8-14 Capitol Complex
Amas, Kid. City
Dec. 7
Alamada
Display and exhibition of agricultural and
industrial products, ornamental and bonsai
plants, travel and tourism products, product
demos, art exhibits, etc.
A Patronal fiesta highlighting street dancing
parade competition.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
NATURAL
FORT PIKIT
Location:
Approximately 1 km from the National Highway and the main back-drop of the
Pikit Municipal hall
Description: One of the remnants of an Old Spanish Fort in Mindanao.
NEW ISRAEL
Location:
Situated on the periphery of Mt. Apo National Park at an elevation of 1,600
feet above sea level.
Description: A barangay in Makilala which is well known for its numerous monkeys.
This mountain village is home to a religious sect called the “Moncadista”. The
place is famous for tamed monkeys.
FLORTAM HOT SPRING
Location:
5 kilometers from the national highway, Makilala, Cotabato
Description: A major tourist attraction and dubbed as “Fountain of Youth” because of its
healing power, thus, popular among old folks who have arthritis and rheumatism.
SINAPANGAN WATERFALLS
Location :
Brgy. Sinapangan, Libungan
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Description : A 10-15 meter high falls which is part of the Mt. Akir-akir watershed areas.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
DULAO WATERFALLS
Location :
Upper Dado, Alamada
Description: It is approximately 100 meters drop of water and has a natural pool at the end
of the drop of the water.
SANG’NGAWAN FALLS
Location :
Batasan-Biangan, Makilala
Description : A hot spring blessed with 2 natural pools.
TOWSUVAN FALLS
Location:
Foothills of Mt. Apo in the town of Magpet
Description: Crystal-clear water that offer a cool respite to a trek through lush forests, with
more or less 20-30 meters drop of water with a natural pool. Its temperature
reached up to 6 degrees celcius at night.
KIRONGDONG FALLS & RAINFOREST
Location:
Kinarum, Magpet
Description: More or less 70-80 mtrs drop of water surrounded by mountain ranges and
cliffs.
MAB’BU FALLS & RAINFOREST
Location:
Manobo, Magpet
Description: More or less 400 ft high waterfalls and blessed with bed of flowers and century
Cinnamon and Almaciga trees in the surroundings.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
NANILUNGAN FALLS
Location:
Gambudes, Arakan
Description: A 50 mtrs in height and 90 degrees drop. Spotted forest and beautiful
formations rocks could also be found in the vicinity.
EPOL RIVER
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Location:
Gambudes, Arakan
Description:
3-km cascading river that offers an exciting trek through a series of riverpools
and 6 waterfalls.
MATIGOL FALLS AND CAVE
Location:
Datu Ladayon, Arakan
Description:
A 100-meter in height of cascading waterfalls and a cave could also be found
beside the falls.
LAKE LUNINGNING
Location:
Ganatan, Arakan
Description:
An estimated area of 4 has. with 30 meters depth of clear water, hence it has an
underground spring that provides the lake and sustain even during good season.
LILIONGAN CAVE
Location:
Liliongan, Carmen
Description:
A natural cave with beautiful stalactite & stalagmites formations inside
underground creek & thick layer of guano could also be found inside.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
KITU-BAO CAVE
Location:
Bao, Alamada
Description:
It has one entrance but 3 exit points, underground water, swallow birds, bats
and other unknown insects could be found inside the cave.
NABUNS CAVE
Location:
Ganbudes, Arakan
Description:
A fantastic tunnel-like cave with beautiful century old golden stalagmites &
stalactites.
GAEMS CAVE
Location:
Gambudes, Arakan
Description:
A church-like shaped cave with an area of 900 square meters and 10 meters in
height.
FEEL CAVE AND COLD SPRING
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Location:
Salasang, Arakan
Description:
A fantastic tunnel-like cave with a beautiful century old with golden stalagmites &
stalactites.
CAVE AND TINANAN RIVER
Location:
Sto. Niño, Arakan
Description:
It consists of 6 springs, 2 rivers, 2 caves which are unexplored.
TOURIST TTRACTIONS
CAVE & PARK VIEW
Location:
Kinawayan, Arakan (boundaries of three provinces namely: N. Cotabato, Davao
City & Bukidnon).
Description:
An ideal place to view the Mt. Sinaka and whole Arakan Valley Complex.
MT. AKIR-AKIR
Location:
Sinapangan, Libungan
Description:
It has a beautiful panoramic view of the surrounding municipalities.
MT. OPAO
Location:
Bao, Alamada, specifically between the boundaries of Alamada & Banisilan
Description:
It is blessed with natural grown trees and source of cold spring water.
MANMADE
LE REVE RESORT
Location:
National Highway, Makilala, Cotabato.
Description: An inland resort equipped with cottages, a restaurant, three (3) swimming pools
with free flowing spring water from the foot of Mt. Apo.
MERIAM VILLE
Location:
Poblacion 5, Midsayap
Description: Standard sized swimming pool with a natural clear water source.
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TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
DOTON SWIMMING POOL RESORT
Location:
Poblacion 5, Midsayap
Description:
2 units of swimming pool, and surrounded by beautiful flowers and several fruit
trees.
SAPANG BATO RESORT
Location:
Grebona, Libungan
Description:
Natural flowing circle shaped pool and has a top view of cascading mountains.
ECO-RESORT CENTER
Location:
Dimapacu, Libungan
Description:
A cool place perfect for relaxing and swimming on its crystal clear water.
NIC’S RIVERVIEW RESORT
Location:
Poblacion, Kidapawan City
Description:
It has two unit of swimming pool w/ an area of more or les 2 has. Planted with
fruit trees such as magosteen, rambutan, coconut, etc.
SKYLINE HERITAGE
Location:
Green Hills, President Roxas
Description:
It is blessed with 3 units of swimming pool which is surrounded by mountain
ridges.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
GRACE TROPICAL RESORT
Location:
Pangao-an, Magpet
Description:
A 3-hectare. orchard.
SANG’NGAWAN HOTSPRING RESORT
Location:
Batasan Biangan, Makilala
Description:
A hot spring which is blessed with 2 natural pools.
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NEW ISRAEL ECO-TOURISM PARK & MINI ZOO
Location:
New Israel, Makilala
Description:
It is surrounded by mountain ridges and blessed with natural grown trees and
wild animals.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
MANOBO TRIBAL VILLAGE
Location:
Manobo, Magpet
Description:
It is one of the entry point to Mt. Apo via Lake Venado.
DALLAG TRIBAL VILLAGE
Location:
Manobo, Magpet
Description:
It has an area of 400 has. and nestled at about 4,00 above sea level and it is
inhabited with indigenous Manobo tribes.
BIRDS SANCTUARY
Location:
Tuael, Pres Roxas
Description:
Situated at the single hill and blessed with more than a thousands species of
birds.
FOREST WILDLIFE PARK, PHIL. EAGLE, CENTURY AGE TREE
Location:
Salasang, Arakan
Description:
An estimated 500 has of forest nestled with old trees and wild animals such as
Philippine Eagle, Kalaw.
TOURIST FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
HILL PARK INN RESTAURANT
National Highway, Midsayap, Cotabato
Tel No. (064) 299-6088
Manager :
MS. MAUREEN G. CACABELOS
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Classification: ECONOMY - Accredited by DOT
No. of Rooms : 15
Room Rates
Double
Twin
Deluxe
Family Suite
Extra Bed
Extra Person
P
700.00
900.00
1,500.00
1,900.00
200.00
100.00
DON BOSCO DIOCESAN YOUTH CENTER
Batasan, Makilala, Cotabato
Contact Person : MS. MA. HELENITA R. GAMELA
Contact No.
: c/o Mr. Ritchelle Fuentes
Acting Provincial Tourism Officer
(064) 278-7053
Services offered: Lodging and catering
No. of cottages: 6
Existing Facilities: campsite, conference hall
TOURIST FACILITIES
INNS, LODGING AND PENSION HOUSES
02 INN PENSION HOUSE
Midsayap, Cotabato
BUDGET HOTEL
Kabacan, Cotabato
4 R Travellers Inn
Midsayap, Cotabato
LYRIC LODGING HOUSE
Kabacan, Cotabato
PIONEER LODGE 1 & II
Midsayap, Cotabato
HI-WAY VIEW HOTEL
Kabacan, Cotabato
SPY LODGING HOUSE
Mlang, Cotabato
IRENE LODGE
Makilala, Cotabato
CHAVEZ LODGING HOUSE
Antipas, Cotabato
COUNTRY LODGE
Makilala, Cotabato
PELONIA LODGING HOUSE
Arakan, Cotabato
50M LODGING HOUSE
Banisilan, Cotabato
STAR LODGING HOUSE
Pikit, Cotabato
RASGO’S APARTMENT
Pres. Roxas, Cotabato
HOMESTAY SERVICES
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MANCERA HOMESTAY
Pikit, Cotabato
KAGAWAD CASIRI HOMESTAY
Brgy. San Miguel, Arakan, Cotabato
GUEST HOUSE AND TRAINING CENTERS
CFCST Guest House
Arakan, Cotabato Brgy.
BRGY. GAMBUDES TRAINING CENTER
Gambudes, Arakan, Cotabato
University of Southern Mindanao
(USM) Guest House
USM Compound, Kabacan, Cotabato
ATI-USM TRAINING CENTER
Kabacan, Cotabato
SOUTH COTABATO
HISTORY
Centuries ago, the area that would be South Cotabato was sparsely inhabited by Malay
Pioneers which later evolved into various ethnic groupings that still exist in the province today.
Settlers who would lay the foundation of what would become a progressive province,
started trouping down in 1914. The significant thrust occurred during the term of President
Quezon in the late 30’s. The first of the waves of settlers that time was led by Gen Paulino
Santos, the man whose undaunted pioneering spirit inspired thousands. After World War II,
the final exodus of settlers from Luzon and the Visayas poured in to the virgin land of
promise.
In the early 60’s, as population, trade and industries grew in this Southern part of
Cotabato, a clamor for local self-governance arose. Thus, on July 18, 1966, South Cotabato
was finally formed as an independent province raring its own development.
In only three decades since its provincehood, South Cotabato has already surpassed
dozens of province established half a century ahead in almost every aspect of development.
In a short span, it became one of the leading provinces in Mindanao. What it got to show
today is a vivid result of human synergy and the richness of its resources.
On May 11, 1992, South Cotabato gave birth to a new province (Sarangani) signaling
her coming of age. This is a new challenge, and South Cotabateños, with their indomitable
spirit, proved more than able to keep with the demands of times.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION :
South Cotabato is generally flat, dotted with some hills, and surrounded by mountain
ranges which makes it a typhoon free area. It is located in the southernmost part of Mindanao,
bounded by sultan Kudarat in the North and West, in the East by Davao del Sur and in the
South by the city of General Santos and the province of Sarangani. It lies at a latitude of about
6*15” north and about 125* longitude.
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BASIC FACTS
CAPITAL
- Koronadal City
POPULATION
- 690,728 (2000 census)
TOTAL LAND AREA
- 3,706 sq. km.
TERRITORIAL COMPOSITION
- 1 city, 10 municipalities, 2 political district and 200
barangays
CLIMATE
- Mild and suit-tropical, a typhoon free province where
rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, while air
humidity generally follows the rainfall pattern. The
months from March to June are considered the hottest
while December and January are the coolest.
COMMUNICATIONS
- Communication in the province is provided by one local
landline company and two national telephone service
providers. Mobile communication is provided by 3 national
corporations. Telegram services are also available in the
area.
TRIBE
- T’boli, Maguindanaons
ECO-ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES
- Mountain climbing/trekking, rapelling,
spelunking
wall climbing,
ACCESSIBILITY
By Air:
PAL - Daily flights from Manila to Gensan City and back
Air Phil - Daily flights from Manila, Cebu and Ilo-ilo to Gensan City and viceversa
By Land:
Yellow Bus Lines, Holidays, and STM maintain bus routes from Davao City to
Koronadal via Gensan City (4hrs.). Husky and Unity Trans buses ply Gensan
to Koronadal route for 1hour. Rural Transit serves the cities of Cagayan de Oro
and Tacurong City (7-8hrs.). Tacurong is mere 30 minutes by van to Koronadal.
Rates are from PhP100-130 (Davao-GSC), PhP30-50 (GSC-Koronadal) and
PhP336-350 (CDO-Tacurong) and PhP25-35 (Tacurong City-Koronadal).
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From Koronadal, one can take the Yellow Bus Lines or Van plying the Surallah
route (20 minutes), then take the public jeep to Lake Sebu (25 minutes). Van
rentals are available in daily rate basis.
By Sea:
Supper Ferry (WG&A) Leaves Manila every Monday and Saturday to GSC
via Ilo-ilo
Negros Navigation (NN) – departs from Manila to GSC every Monday via
Iloilo and Zamboanga
Sulpicio Lines – sails from Manila to GSC every Tuesday via Iloilo and
Zamboanga; and from Cebu to GSC every Friday
FESTIVALS
EVENT
DATE
VENUE
Hinublag
Festival
Every 3rd
friday of
January
Sto. Niño Mun. Plaza
This is an activity during emancipation
anniversary of the Municipality of Sto. Niño.
Highlight of the festival is the street dancing
Competition in honor of their patron Sr.
Sto. Niño.
Tantangan January
Festival
25-27
Tantangan Mun.
Plaza
Was taken fron the word Kulitangtangan
a ring of a bell when there was a gathering
along the lake during the early time.
Celebrated
every 27th day of January.
eaturing street dancing, Kangkanin festival
and ball games.
Tampakan January
Anniversary 16-20
Fiesta
Tampakan Mun.
Plaza
An annual celebration which falls every
3rd Friday of the month of January. There
are several activities lined up during fiesta
like street dancing, Culinary
Arts
competition and the Mutya ng Tampakan.
Banga
March
Anniversary 1-4
Fiesta
Banga Mun.
Plaza
A unique fiesta celebration that features
indigenous games along the municipal plaza
participated in by the 22 barangays. Known
For its beauty contest
Seslong
Festival
T’boli Mun.
Plaza
Seslong is a T’boli tongue which meansGather Together in a certain place for a
March
5-16
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
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Various “socio-cultural heritage”.
FESTIVALS
EVENT
DATE
VENUE
Kamayadan March
Festival
6-10
T’nalak
Festival
July
14-18
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Norala Mun.
This word is coined from an ilongo term
Plaza
“MAYAD” which means “GOOD” it is
a
Street dancing festival which recognizes the varied
cultures and traditions of the people of Norala as
they influenced by the Filipino brothers and sisters.
It is also the venue of expressing ones
“Kamayadan” or “Kabutihan”.
South Cotabato Sports
Complex/South Cot.
Gymnasium & Cultural
Center, Koronadal City
An annual celebration during foundation
Anniversary of the province. There are
several activities line-up during festival and
one of the highlights are the street dancing
competition of the different tribes in the
community.
Polomolok September
Anniversary
9-11
Fiesta
Polomolok
Mun. Plaza
A celebration of harvest holiday, a land
of pines……. known of its culinary arts
competition in tart and candies delicacy.
Kasadyahan October
Festival
1-2
Tupi Municipal
Plaza
Celebration featuring street dancing and
other various ethnic dances.
Helubong
Festival
Lake Sebu
Mun. Plaza
November
9-11
Pasundayan November
Surallah
Festival
20-26Mun. Plaza
A celebration of thanksgiving because of
a good harvest and abundance of crops it is also a
celebration of songs & dances where there is
unending happiness as they played their musical
instruments. They also dance aping the movements
of the animals thriving in the area like the monkeys,
snakes, crocodiles, and birds.
An annual celebration which aims to promote
and develop its tradition, arts and culture to foster
unity of the different ethnical tribes.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
NATURAL
Mt. Matutum
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Location :
Boundaries of the Municipality of Tupi, Tampakan and Polomolok in South
Cotobato Province, and Malungon in Sarangani Province.
Description : Towering at 2,286 Meters Above Sea Level, it stands as the landmark of the
SOCSKSARGEN area and probably the only conical shaped volcano in the
Vis-Min area. Pure dense forest and water falls abounds at the foot of this
volcano.
There are 3 established trails: Glandang Trail is the shortest, Lemblesong
Trail is the oldest and it offers water falls and gorges. The first 2 trails offer
backtracking while the 3rd which is Ulolandan offers a 3 day traverse from
Landan, Polomolok to Kablon, Tupi. Jump Off Point: Tupi Side: est. distance from
GSC 32 + Km.
Mt. Parker Ranges and Lake Maughan
Location :
T’boli, South Cotabato
Description : The older version of the now popular eco-tourism destination in Luzon, Mt.
Pinatubo. Its peak known as Asamblak peak stands tall at 1,750 m ASL and holds
a mossy campsite. Overlooking is the Maughan Lake at 300 m below. It is the
crater lake of Mt. Parker and is estimated to be 300 ha wide.
Two popular trails exist the Salakafe Trail which goes directly to the lake via
4 to 5 hrs of smooth trail where one could savor the coolness and serenity of
Lake Maughan, and the San Jose Trail at GenSan City. This trail is strenuous
and goes directly to Asamblak Peak where one could not go any further and
can only view the Lake at the tree viewing deck of the peak. (Jump off point :
35 + Km from GSC proper.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
Lake Sebu
Location :
Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
(Jump-off-point : 96 + km from Gen. Santos City)
Description : Consists of islets and a large body of water (365ha) surrounded by rolling hills
and mountains. Fishponds abound and migratory birds roam. The lake is home to
the T’bolis, a highland tribe who has its roots in South Cotabato. Tourist can
see T’bolis fishing on their wooden canoe and costume during market day. For
the adventurers, one can take a hike going to the Traangkini River or take a dip
at Falls #2 of the 7 lonon river-falls.
Salkak Caves 1 & 2
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Location :
Landan, Polomolok, South Cotabato. Reachable by 4x4 vehicle or an hour hike
from the barangay of Landan (JOP: est. 32 Km from GSC)
Description : A 222-M cave, that offers a 25-M of squeeze, a 100-M duck walk as one enters
a very tight passage. It has also a 30-M vertical pit and a chamber with an open
pit above.
SEVEN FALLS IN LAKE SEBU
Location : Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Description : Some of these falls are of more than 100 feet in height and its ideal for
swimming. The first 3 falls can be reached in a day’s walk. The Lonon Falls which
is the largest, pours thousand of cubic meters of water to a natural pool.
MAMBUCAL SPRING
Location
: Barangay Mambucal
Description : It has hot sulfuric water that is reputedly to be medicinal.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
SIOK WATERFALLS
Location
: Accessible only by breaking 30 minutes from Barangay Siok.
Description : A 70 feet falls that provides a challenge for mountaineering enthusiasts.
CULTURAL
T’BOLI CULTURAL COMMUNITY
Location
: West of Lake Sebu
Description : A number of minorities live in the mountains of Lake Sebu.. Among them
are the Tasaday’s cave dwelling people who have live in isolation in high caves
(4,800 ft. above sea level) in a primary rainforest area.
West of Lake Sebu is the T’boli settlement. T’bolis are famous for their
colorful costumes, intricate beadwork, beautiful woven baskets and traditional
brass ornaments.
STA CRUZ MISSION SCHOOL
Location
: Lake Sebu
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Description : A non government organization which aims to provide quality and relevant
formal and non-formal education that will develop productive and self-reliant
community members (indigenous people, i.e. T’boli, Manobo, B’laans, Kalagans
and Maguindanaons) thru a comprehensive education program which channel to
the community its triad functions in instructions, research and extension.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
MAN MADE
ABIERA FARMS
Location
: Palkan, South Cotabato, 20 minutes ride from the city
Description : Collection of ground and serial orchids as well as indigenous flowers are
found.
KALSANGI
Location
: Kalsangi, Polomolok
Description : The site of the DOLE Philippines (DOLEFIL) Clubhouse, it is laid out
beautifully lay the foot of Mt. Matutum. It includes the housing projects of
DOLEFIL executives, a school, restaurant, swimming pool, golf course and
guest house. It is also a jump-off point for climbing Mt. Matutum.
Note:
 Appointment with the personnel Manager of DOLEFIL should be done prior to
visit to Kalsangi
WILDLIFE SANCTUARY AND ZOO
Location
: Barangay Sarabia
Description : This Protected area is home to rare species of flora and fauna
T’BOLI MUSEUM
Location : Lake Sebu
Description : It houses historical, archaelogical and ethno-cultural collections including crafts
and novelty items.
TOURIST FACILITIES
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ACCOMMODATION
GONO LEMOBUNG (Tourism Lodge)
Lake Sebu
No of Rooms :
9
Room Rates:
Ordinary Room Capacity of 5-6 pax with T/B
Private Room Capacity of 4 pax
Facilities :
P 100.00/head
500.00
Conference/Seminar Hall, service food
HILLSIDE VIEW PARK
Purok Pag-asa, Poblacion, Lake Sebu
General Manager
:
Mr. Cris Estares
Resident Manager
:
Mrs. Mary Ann Estares
Tel No. c/o PT&T Vodex
(064) 885-4432
Cell : 0918-4502747
No of Rooms :
15
Room Rates (New Building)
5 twin rooms w/ T/B
5 native cottages w/ own T/B Single
4 double rooms max of 5 pax w/ T/B
P 600/room/day
300/cottage/day
400/room
Facilities : Conference/Seminar Hall for 70-100 pax: Videoke
Food (package rate) = P225/day inclusive of 3 meals and 2 snacks, lodge and
seminar venue
TOURIST FACILITIES
ARTACHO LODGE
Purok Pag-asa, Poblacion, Lake Sebu
Manager
: Mr. Edgar Artacho
No. of Rooms
: 16
Room Rates:
Matrimonial w/ T/B
Family
Dormitory
Cottage along lake small
big
P 200.00
500.00
50.00/head
100.00/day
100.00/night
300.00/day
500.00/night
Facilities :
Seminar Hall Capacity : 150-200 persons
Swimming Pool :
25.00/day
100
Boating
30.00/night
200.00/trip
PUNTA ISLA LAKE RESORT & Restaurant
Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Manager
: Ms. Dahlia Bandidas / Russel Salvana
No of Rooms : 9
Contact No. : 0915-9885175
Facilities offered
Seminar Hall
T’boli Hall
Helubong Hall
Room Dormitory Type w/ common T/B
Room for 2 persons single w/ T/B
Room for 8 persons with T/B
Room for 4 persons with T/B
50-100 persons
30-50 Persons
P 75/head
400.00
600.00
600.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
Additional Beddings
Boating around the lake for 15 persons
Children’s swimming pool
Boat Rowing
Children’s Playground
Decks along the lake
Weaving Center/Loom Weaving (T’nalak)
MOUNTAIN LOG RESORT & Restaurant
Lake Sebu
No of Rooms : 8
Contact No. : 09187022394
Manager
: Jose Sanches
ESTARES RESORT & Restaurant
Lake Sebu
Manager
: Mr. Joy Estares
Contact No. : 0910-6045498
AMENITIES & SERVICES OFFERED
Room Rates :
Kenaban Twin (8 pax)
Kenaban Single Bed (4 pax)
Cottage with CR (4 pax)
Dormitory type
P 400.00
300.00
250.00
400.00
Extra Bed
P 100.00
Extra Person
100.00
Session Hall (1 day 50-100 pax) 1,000.00
Sesson Hall (1 day 25-30 pax)
500.00
Boating (45 mins)
350.00
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Catering
Seminars and Conferences
Lake Shore Cottage
Lake Boating
Children Playground
Hook & Eye Fishing
Zaldos Cafe
DDD & IDD Access
Disco Lights and Sound
Video - K
Standby Genset
Souvenir Shop
Tonex Resort
Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
Room Rates :
4 Private Cottages w/ CR
P 600.00
Additional Person – No Charge
1 Dormitory Type w/ separate CR for males & females
P 70.00/head
Function Hall
5,000.00 per day
Pavillion/Seminar Hall
2,500.00 per day
3 Inn Drive
Tupi, South Cotabato
Tel. no. (083) 228-2742
Air conditioned (Single rooms w/ CR )
Air conditioned (Single rooms w/ CR & Cable TV)
P 715.00
825.00
ROMERO DURIAN and RESORT
Awas lulit, Polomolok
South Cotabato
Room Rates :
2 Matrimonial air conditioned w/ TV and Hot & Cold Shower (4pax)
2 Matrimonial air conditioned w/ TV and Hot & Cold Shower (2pax)
Extra Person
P 800.00
150.00
HISTORY
The place which later became the city of Tacurong was once barangay of the
municipality of Buluan of then Empire Province of Cotabato. The place was originally called
“Pamansang”, after a creek that follows from South to North of the area. In the 1940’s the
place became the way station of the 19-C Survey Team due to its strategic location and
suitability for the purpose of the surveys team. During those years, the place also became a
stop over to the different points of Cotabato Province.
The name “Pamansang” was changed to “Talakudong” , the Maguindanaon term for
head covering which was worn by most of the early settlers and the people of the area. How
the place came to be associated with the head covering cannot be ascertained. Eventually, the
name was later shortened/changed to Tacurong. It can only be deduced that the present
name Tacurong must have originated from the word “Talakudong”.
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Tacurong was separated from its mother town of Buluan and was created a municipality
by Executive Order Number 462 signed by the late President Elpidio Quirino on August 03,
1951. The city is composed of mostly Ilongo settlers from the province of Iloilo.
Tacurong then had an estimated area of 40,000 hectares comprising 14 barangays.
When Tantangan,
a barangay of Tacurong was created into municipality in 1961,
the
Southern portions of Tacurong were separated. The area was further reduced when Pres.
Quirino created into municipality on November 22, 1973 taking with it some of the Eastern
portions. Tacurong now has a total land area of 5,340 hectares, the smallest in land area among
the 12 municipalities that compose the new province of Sultan Kudarat, created on
November 22, 1973 by Presidential Decree No. 341. Although Isulan became the province
capital, Tacurong remained as the perimeter town.
After 49 years of existence as a municipality, Tacurong became the first component
city of the Province of Sultan Kudarat through the effort of Hon. Angelo O. Montilla, the
Congressman of the Lone District of Sultan Kudarat by virtue of house bill No. 6497 duly
approved and signed by His Excellency President Joseph E. Estrada through Republic Act 8805
“An Act Converting the Municipality of Tacurong into component city of the province of Sultan
Kudarat to be known as the “ City of Tacurong” on August 16, 2000 and duly confirmed by
the “Tacurongnons” on a plebiscite held on September 18, 2000.
TACURONG CITY
HISTORY
The city of Tacurong is presently composed of 20 barangays most of which are
agricultural-based. Barangay Poblacion is the seat of the city government and center of
most of the economic, cultural and political activities of the city. Although most of the
barangays are agricultural - based, some barangays that are adjacent to Barangay Poblacion
are already becoming commercial, residential and industrial centers.
GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION
The city of Tacurong is located at the geographical coordinates 6 degrees 41 minutes
and 42.583 seconds latitude, 124 degrees, 40 minutes and 29.818 seconds longitude. It is
bounded by the municipalities of Lambayong, to the North, Isulan to the West; Pres. Quirino
to the East; and by Tantangan of South Cotabato province to the South
POPULATION
As of 2000 census the city of Tacurong has a total population of 76,424, of
which, 76,325 or 99.87 % is household population. This indicates an addition of 6,602
persons to the population enumerated by the census in 1995 which was 69,822. This puts the
geometric growth rate of the population between 1995 and 2000 at 1.93 percent annually.
CLIMATE
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The climate falls under fourth type which is characterized by even distribution of
rainfall. The average temperature ranges from 27.36 to 27.56 degrees Celsius. Relative
humidity averages to 80 degrees.
TOTAL LAND AREA
153.40 Square Kilometers.
NO. OF BARANGAYS
Twenty (20) barangays (Poblacion, New Lagao, Baras, Buenaflor, Calcan, Demetrio,
Ledesma, FJC Montilla, Griño, Kalandagan, Lancheta, New Carmen, New Isabela, New Passi,
Raja Muda, San Antonio, San Emmanuel, San Pablo, San Rafael, Tina and Upper Katungal)
ACCESSIBILITY
By air :
Manila to General Santos City
Manila to Cotabato City
Means of transportation : PAL, Air Phil and Cebu Pacific
By land :
General Santos City to Tacurong - 92kms
Cotabato City to Tacurong 96kms
Means of transportation : Bus (Grand Transit, Yellow Bus Line, Rural Transit, Tacurong
Express, Husky), vans and jeepneys
By sea
Manila to Iloilo City to General Santos City
Manila to Iloilo City to Zamboanga to Cotabato City
Means of transportation : Boat (WG & A, Negros Navigation and Sulpicio Lines)
FESTIVALS
EVENT
Talakudong
Festival
DATE
VENUE
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
Sept. 18
Tacurong City
It is a historical and cultural
spectacle chiefly performed in street
dancing and rituals accompanied
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with exotic and native sounds of
bamboo drums, kulintang and gong.
The festival highlights the foundation
anniversary of the City of Tacurong.
Inugyunay
Festival
Dec. 23
Tacurong City
A month-long merriment filled with
a series of activities highlighting
light-a- tree contest and fireworks
display.
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS
MAN-MADE
Baras Bird Sanctuary
Location :
Description:
Purok San Francisco, Barangay Baras, Tacurong City
A natural habitat to thousands of black crowned night Herons and cattle Egrets.
African Oil Palm Plantations
Location:
Description:
Barangays of EJC Montilla, Griño and New Passi, Tacurong City
Vast plantations of palm oil, the city’s major product.
Southern Philippine Grains Complex
Location:
Description:
Tacurong City
The biggest grains facility in Asia
TOURIST FACILITIES
ACCOMMODATION
BELDENT STAR HOTEL
Ledesma Extention, Tacurong City
Contact person: Phebe Pande
Tel No. (064) 200-3698
No. of rooms: 22
Room rates
Single room
Double room
Twin room
Family room
Junior Executive
Suite room
P 580.00
850.00
990.00
990.00
1,500.00
2,000.00
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HIGH WAY LODGE
National highway, Tacurong City
Manager : Macario Parcon
Tel No. (064) 200-6085
No. of rooms : 14
Room Rates
Single room (aircon)
Double room (aircon)
P 400.00
600.00
Single (Non-aircon)
P 250.00
CITY LODGE
3rd Block Negrillo Subdivision, Tacurong City
Manager : Cheryl Palomo
Tel No. (064) 200-3053
No. of rooms : 23
Room Rates
Single room
Double room
Family room
P 480.00
580.00
650.00
Single room (Non-aircon)
Double room (Non-aircon)
P 300.00
350.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
GARVINS PENSION HOUSE
EJC Montilla, Tacurong City
Manager : Gary Vincent Tamaño
No. of rooms : 8
Room Rates
Single room
Double room
P 550.00
650.00
Single room (Non-aircon)
P 250.00
P 350.00
Double room
P 400.00
ESPINOSA PENSION HOUSE
Magsaysay Ave., Tacurong City
Manager : Mrs. Zeny Espinosa
Tel No. (064) 200-5399
No. of rooms : 3
Room Rates
Single room
TWIN LODGE
Valdez Subdivision, Tacurong City
Manager : Mrs. Lina Sustiguer
Tel No. (064) 384-1847
No. of rooms : 29
Room Rates
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Triple room (aircon)
Matrimonial room (aircon)
Extra Bed
P 500.00
500.00
50.00
Triple room (Non-aircon)
P 350.00
Matrimonial room (Non-aircon)
350.00
P 500.00
750.00
Double room (Non-airocn)
EDPAR TRADERS INN
Valdez Subdivision, Tacurong City
Manager : Mr. Eduardo Parreño
Tel No. (064) 200-3591
Room Rates
Double room (aircon)
Family room (aircon)
P 350.00
TOURIST FACILITIES
EDJIN LODGE
Acasia Street, Tacurong City
Manager : Mrs. Jinah Quano
Tel No. (064) 200-5001
No of rooms : 22
Room Rates
Single room
Double room
Twin room
Family room
(aircon)
(aircon)
(aircon)
(aircon)
P 450.00
450.00
550.00
650.00
Single room (non-aircon) P 290.00
Double room (Non-aircon) 350.00
ORION RESORT
Casuga Subdivision, Tacurong City
Manager : Mr. Jaime Casuga
Tel No. (064) 200-4140
RESTAURANTS
MAMA’S LOVE
National Highway, Tacurong City
Contact person: Mr. Rogelio Vallejo
Tel No. (064) 200-4274
CHINKY’S IHAW-IHAW
Ledesma Extension, Tacurong City
Contact person: Vilma Espejo
Tel No. (064) 200-4085
JIM’S PLACE II
Magsaysay Ave., Tacurong City
Contact person: Usan Uy
Tel No. (064) 200-4623
VEJR HITO FARM
Exit Road, Brgy Calean, Tacurong City
Contact person: Robert Bachar
PAYAG NI IGME
National Highway, Tacurong City
Contact person: Christopher Uy
Tel No. (064) 200-4888
FOODSTUFF
Lapu-lapu St., Tacurong City
Contact person: Mary Chris Tuvilla
Tel. No. (064) 200-5698
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TOURIST FACILITIES
JULSON BAKESHOP
Magsaysay Ave., Tacurong City
Contact person: Grace Ledesma
Tel No. (064) 200-4016
BJ’S LECHON MANOK
Lapu-lapu st. Tacurong City
Contact person:
Tel No. (064) 200-4170
JOLIBEE
FOODSTUFF
SUNNY GLOW PIZZA HOUSE
MAMA’S LOVE RENDESVOUS
MAMA’S CAKES & PATRIES
PAYAG NI MANG IGME
NANDING BAR-B-Q
LITA’S BACHOY & HALO-HALO
LA TALAGA KITCHENETTE
BJ’S LECHON MANOK
NENITA’S BURGER HOUSE
CHINKY’S EATERY
MARLIT’S SPECIAL BATCHOY
YES BAR-B-Q SPECIAL
MR. DONUT GARDEN GRILL & RESTO BAR
ROADSIDE IHAW-IHAW
JIM’S PLACE I & II
MASHEE FOOD PLAZA
FORTUNE’S PLACE
ALEX PATA & PRIME EATERY
DUNKIN DONUTS
JULSON’S BAKE SHOP 7 EATERY
KINI ROGER’S CHICKEN HOUSE
5 R’S RESTAURANT
TRISHA’S BURGER HOUSE
SUNDOWN GRILLS
JOY’S HALO-HALO
ADIONG’S KTV
BANKING SERVICES AVAILABLE
ALLIED BANK CORPORATION
DAVAO COOPERATIVE BANK
DEVELOPMENT BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES
EQUITABLE PCI BANK
FAR EAST BANK AND TRUST COMPANY / BPI
LAND BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES
METROPOLITAN BANK AND TRUST COMPANY
PENINSULA BANK (RURAL BANK OF TUPI)
RIZAL COMMERCIAL BANKING CORPORATION (RCBC)
RURAL BANK OF TACURONG
RURAL BANK OF PRESIDENT QUIRINO
NETWORK BANK
BPI FAMILY BANK
TOURIST FACILITIES
AVAILABLE COMMUNICATION SERVICES
Through Telephone/Cellphone Services
PLDT
TELOF-TELECOM (DOTC)
BAYANTEL
GLOBE
SKTSI
PT&T
SMART
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Through Internet Service Provider:
MOZCOM
NDTC (FAPENET)
I-TECH (VISUAL A)
Through Mail, Freight 7 Handling Services
POSTAL SERVICES, LBC, JRS
LIBCAP, ABOITIZ
Through Television, Cable TV & AM/FM Radio Station
ULCASI (SULTAN KUDARAT CABLE)
STAR Cable
TV 13 ( Local TV Station)
RADIO NATIN (MBN)
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