Panabo, Philippines
Region: Davao del Norte
Geographic Coordinates: 7.300000, 125.683000
Temperature Range: 22.0°C to 34.0°C (72°F to 93°F)
Climate: Tropical climate with high temperatures and humidity throughout the year, with a rainy season from June to November.
Population: 209230
Language: Tagalog
Panabo is a first-class city located in the province of Davao del Norte, Philippines. It is situated on the northern coast of Mindanao and covers a total land area of 25, 123 hectares. The city is renowned for its expansive agricultural lands and diverse natural resources, Making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. One of the primary attractions in Panabo is the Panabo City Agricultural Park which features various crops and livestock grown in the region such as rice, Corn, Coconut trees, Durian fruit and mangosteen.
Visitors can learn about different farming techniques used by local farmers through interactive exhibits and demonstrations. Panabo’s beaches are also popular tourist destinations with several white sand beaches offering crystal clear waters perfect for swimming or sunbathing under the sun. Some well-known beaches include Tagum Beach Resort, Isla Reta Beach Resort and Banana Beach. Apart from its natural beauty spots, Panabo has a rich cultural heritage that can be experienced through its festivals such as Kalibunan Festival which showcases indigenous tribes’ culture through music and dance performances featuring traditional costumes made from indigenous materials like abaca fibers.
Asuncion Ridge Nature Park offers unique eco-tourism experiences including trekking along forest trails with scenic views overlooking Davao Gulf or bird watching at their bird sanctuary where over 100 species have been recorded to date! For those looking to indulge in shopping or dining experiences while visiting Panabo City there are plenty of options available! Gaisano Grand Mall offers everything from clothing stores to restaurants serving local delicacies such as grilled tuna belly or kinilaw (raw fish marinated in vinegar). Street markets selling fresh produce at affordable prices are also available.
Accommodation options within Panabo City range from budget-friendly guesthouses to luxurious resorts catering to visitors’ needs and preferences. Overall, Panabo is an excellent destination for those seeking a unique blend of nature tourism combined with cultural immersion opportunities. With its vast agricultural lands, Stunning beaches, Rich cultural heritage and eco-tourism destinations – there is something for everyone here!
- Tamayong Prayer Mountain
- Mabini Shrine
- Panabo City Hall
- Sto. Tomas de Villanueva Parish Church
- Lubi-Lubi Festival Park
- Agriculture: Panabo is known for its vast agricultural lands that produce a variety of crops such as rice, corn, fruits (particularly bananas), vegetables, and livestock.
- Manufacturing: The city has several manufacturing companies that produce products such as processed foods (canned goods and snacks), construction materials (concrete blocks), furniture, garments, and electronics.
- Tourism: Panabo has several tourist destinations such as beaches (Island Garden City of Samal), waterfalls (Tagbibinta Falls), parks (Panabo Nature Park), and cultural sites (Museo de Panabo). The city also hosts the annual Banana Festival which celebrates the abundance of bananas in the area.
- Other notable industries in Panabo include fishing and aquaculture due to its proximity to Davao Gulf.
- The establishment of Panabo as a municipality in 1949.
- The construction of the Panabo City Hall in 1953.
- The completion of the San Francisco de Asis Parish Church in 1967.
- The election of Jose Silvosa as the first mayor of Panabo in 1949.
- The appointment of Aniceto Gaviola as the first municipal judge in 1950.
- The founding of Davao del Norte Agricultural College (DNAC) now known as Davao del Norte State College (DNSC) on June 18, 1972.
- The appointment of Rodolfo Del Rosario Sr., who served for three terms from November 1986 to June 1998 and was instrumental in bringing progress to Panabo City during his term.
- In September 2009, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo inaugurated a modern sports complex named after her father, former President Diosdado Macapagal, located inside Barangay New Pandan which is now known as Diosdado Macapagal Sports Complex.
- In October-November2015 Typhoon Lando passed through Luzon Island causing flooding and landslides that affected many areas including parts Davao Region such as Compostela Valley Province where it caused at least six deaths and left more than forty thousand people homeless including those from neighboring cities like Tagum &Panabo City.
- The city is also home to some famous personalities like Senator Antonio Trillanes IV who hails from Barangay San Francisco; Former Governor Rodolfo Del Rosario Jr.; and PBA player Joseph Yeo who played for Kia Carnival (now Mahindra Enforcers).
- Kalubihan Festival is a celebration of the city’s abundance of coconut trees and their importance in the local economy.
- Araw ng Panabo is held every March 31st and is a day-long celebration that includes parades, concerts, and cultural performances.
- Kadayawan sa Panabo is a week-long festival in August that celebrates the city’s bountiful harvests with street dancing competitions, trade fairs, and food festivals.
- Pista sa Nayon is a traditional Filipino fiesta celebrated in various barangays (neighborhoods) throughout Panabo City.
- Sinulog sa Barangay is a religious festival celebrated by different barangays in honor of Santo Niño (the Holy Child).
- Flores de Mayo is a month-long celebration held every May to honor the Virgin Mary through processions, flower offerings, and religious ceremonies.
- Christmas celebrations are unique to Panabo City with parols (lanterns), caroling competitions, noche buena (Christmas Eve feast), and Simbang Gabi (nine-day dawn masses leading up to Christmas Day).
- Kinilaw – a dish made of raw fish marinated in vinegar, calamansi juice, onions, ginger, and chili peppers. You can try this dish at Kusina ni Lola.
- Lechon – a roasted pig that is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. You can try this dish at Lechon Manok ni Sr. Pedro.
- Sinuglaw – a combination of grilled pork belly and kinilaw served with rice or puso (hanging rice). You can try this dish at Mang Tino’s Sinugba.
- Adobo – a Filipino staple made of chicken or pork cooked in soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and peppercorns. You can try this dish at Gerry’s Grill.
- Seafood dishes – since Panabo is located near the sea, there are plenty of seafood dishes to choose from such as grilled squid or shrimp sinigang (sour soup). You can try these dishes at Dencio’s Kamayan Restaurant.
- Bibingka- A traditional Filipino dessert made with glutinous rice flour,brown sugar , coconut milk etc.You can find it in Bibingkinitan store located near Gaisano Grand Mall
- Puto Bumbong- Another traditional Filipino dessert usually eaten during Christmas season.You will find it being sold by street vendors around churches during Simbang Gabi masses
- Halo-Halo- A popular Filipino dessert consisting of shaved ice,milk,sweet beans,jelly etc.You will find it being sold by street vendors around public market area
- Panabo City Sports Complex is a versatile sports facility that boasts of a track and field oval, basketball and volleyball courts, as well as a swimming pool.
- Panabo City Plaza is a public park featuring various amenities such as playgrounds, picnic areas, and gazebos.
- Tagum-Panabo Coastal Road offers scenic views of the sea, making it perfect for jogging or biking.
- Magsaysay Park is another public park in the city that provides recreational activities like jogging, walking, picnicking and playing sports.
- Panabo Nature Park is an eco-park located just outside the city proper that features natural trails for hiking or trekking along with bird watching opportunities.
- Davao Gulf Beaches are several beaches situated near Panabo like Isla Reta Beach Resort that offer water activities like snorkeling and kayaking.
- Purok Gemelina Ecological Park showcases different flora species; it has trails for hiking or trekking along with camping facilities available for visitors to use overnight located in Barangay New Malitbog.
- San Roque Dam located in Barangay Cagangohan; it’s one of the largest dams in Mindanao providing irrigation water to nearby rice fields while also serving as an attraction site due to its scenic view of Mount Apo.
- Panabong River Cruise- A river cruise at Brgy Sto Nino where passengers can enjoy sightseeing while cruising along the riverbank of Panabong River while having lunch on board.
- Binugao Beach- A secluded beach situated at Brgy Binugao where visitors can relax on its white sand beach or have fun doing water activities like snorkeling or kayaking on its clear blue waters.
