Kidapawan City
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Kidapawan City is a 1st class city in the province of Cotabato, Philippines
per Department of Finance Order No. 20-2005. It is the capital city of Cotabato Province. It is a favorite tourist destination in the late October to December and in the summer, where thousands of tourist climb the majestic Mt. Apo, the country's highest peak.
Kidapawan, the city hailed as “A Spring in the Highland”, comes from the words “TIDA” which means spring and “PAWAN” meaning highland. The city is found at the bottom of the majestic Mt. Apo, the country’s tallest mountain making it a great spot and first-rate tourist attraction. Kidapawan is situated at the southeastern section of Cotabato province, placed in the middle of three other major cities of Davao
, Cotabato
, General Santos, Koronadal, and Cagayan de Oro.
Its first settlers were predominantly Manobos. The influx of Christian settlers from Luzon and the Visayas has resulted in the evolution of the word Tidapawan to Kidapawan.
Strategically located at the foot of Mount Apo, the Philippines' tallest peak at 10,311 feet above sea level, Kidapawan City bustles with renewed energy as it opens its doors to the world. Mount Apo and its other scenic attractions make the province of Cotabato
a potential world-class tourist destination.
Kidapawan City plays a pivotal role in the economic development of the province and its adjacent areas. It is the commercial and trading center of six adjoining municipalities. It also boasts of agricultural productivity that can provide a strong base for much-required industries.
Originally named a district of Pikit in 1942, In 1942 the Japanese Imperial forces entered in Kidapawan, In 1945, local Filipino soldiers of the Philippine Commonwealth Army and Philippine Constabulary units and Moro guerrilla fighters taken to liberated in Kidapawan fought the battles attack by the Japanese Imperial forces beginning the World War II
, Kidapawan was later declared a separate municipality by virtue of Executive Order No. 82 issued by then President Manuel Roxas on August 18, 1947 – thereby becoming the fourth town of the then Empire Province of Cotabato, composed previously of the municipalities of Cotabato (now Cotabato City), Dulawan (later named Datu Piang) and Midsayap.
Created along with the city were the 12 original barangays, namely: Birada, Ginatilan, Indangan, Linangcob, Luvimin, Manongol, Marbel, Mateo, Meohao, Mua-an, Perez, and Sibawan. From the original land area of 273, 262 hectares, Kidapawan retained only 34,007.20 hectares when four municipalities were created from it namely: Magpet (June 22, 1963, R.A. 3721), Matalam (Dec. 29, 1961, E.O. 461), M’lang (Aug. 3, 1951, E.O. 462) and President Roxas (May 8, 1967, R.A. 4869).
Prior to its conversion to a municipality, five appointed District Mayors had served Kidapawan. The first was Datu Siawan Ingkal, tribal chieftain of the Manobos, who headed the Civilian Emergency Administration when World War II broke out. He was followed by Felimon Blanco, Ceferino Villanueva, Jacinto Paclibar, and Alfonso Angeles Sr., who became the first elected mayor of the municipality.
Kidapawan became the provincial capital of Cotabato Province pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 341 dated 22 November 1973, with the provincial seat of government located in 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.
are the secondary languages.
The City is considered as the province’s industrial hub. It plays a pivotal role in the economic development of the province and its adjacent areas. It is the commercial and trading hub of six neighboring municipalities. It lies at the heart of two large domestic markets: Davao City
and Cotabato City
.
English is considered as the medium of instruction in schools and other learning institutions. English is predominantly used in major government agencies in their transactions and reports. Laws and ordinances in the city are all written in English.
Kidapawan city also prides itself as the fruit basket of the Philippines. Exotic fruits like Durian
, Mangosteen
, Lanzones, Marang
, Rambutan
, Banana
, and the like are grown and harvested in abundance from the rolling highlands of Mt. Apo, passing through the wide plains of the rural communities of Kidapawan City, and down into the backyard of every household.
Crops abundantly grown in the area include abaca
, rubber
, corn
, rice
, coconut
, and vegetables.
The Marbel Falls, which is a hidden twin falls of about 60 to 70 feet in height, is surrounded by hot springs. The Mawig Falls on the other hand, which is located in Barangay Balabag, is the source of the crystal-clear waters of Matingao River.
To celebrate the abundance of the exotic fruits grown in Kidapawan City, the city government spearheads the annual celebration of a Festival which falls annually in the month of August called Timpupo or the fruit festival. This festival first held in 2002 (the 2007 festival was the 6th occurrence of the festival) celebrates the fruit harvest, the city purchases large quantities of local fruit which is laid out on tables along the streets for visitors and residents. In 2006, the festival was held in October due to problems with the harvest. The 2007 festival was held in the traditional month of August. Dubbed “Timpupo” from the Manobo word “harvest”, the celebration signifies the people's thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest and richness of the exotic fruits that thrive in the area. The Timpupo Festival is the best venue to savor the sweet, rich, and healthful banquet of tropical fruits which usually falls during the harvest season -August to October - depending on the ripening of fruits. Activities featured during the annual event include the Fruit Galore, Fruit Float Parade, Fruit Arrangement and Street Dancing Competition.
The Foundation Anniversary of the City of Kidapawan (February 12) is celebrated with parades, beauty contests, and traditional non-lethal horse
fights.
Note: Aside from PhilHealth, Cotabato Province has its own insurance services called CHIP or Cotabato Health Insurance Program.
and Kidapawan. Public Utility Vans also served routes to and from the cities of Davao
, Cotabato
, Tacurong-Isulan, Koronadal and General Santos.
Philippines
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per Department of Finance Order No. 20-2005. It is the capital city of Cotabato Province. It is a favorite tourist destination in the late October to December and in the summer, where thousands of tourist climb the majestic Mt. Apo, the country's highest peak.
Kidapawan, the city hailed as “A Spring in the Highland”, comes from the words “TIDA” which means spring and “PAWAN” meaning highland. The city is found at the bottom of the majestic Mt. Apo, the country’s tallest mountain making it a great spot and first-rate tourist attraction. Kidapawan is situated at the southeastern section of Cotabato province, placed in the middle of three other major cities of Davao
Davao
Davao refers to several closely related places in Mindanao in the Philippines. The term is used most often to refer to the city.*Davao Region, an administrative region*Davao del Norte province*Davao del Sur province*Davao Oriental province...
, Cotabato
Cotabato City
The City of Cotabato is one of the cities of the Philippines located in Mindanao. Cotabato City is an exclave of the SOCCSKSARGEN region found within the boundaries of Maguindanao province, but is independent of that province...
, General Santos, Koronadal, and Cagayan de Oro.
Its first settlers were predominantly Manobos. The influx of Christian settlers from Luzon and the Visayas has resulted in the evolution of the word Tidapawan to Kidapawan.
Strategically located at the foot of Mount Apo, the Philippines' tallest peak at 10,311 feet above sea level, Kidapawan City bustles with renewed energy as it opens its doors to the world. Mount Apo and its other scenic attractions make the province of Cotabato
Cotabato
Cotabato , is a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the SOCCSKSARGEN region in Mindanao...
a potential world-class tourist destination.
Kidapawan City plays a pivotal role in the economic development of the province and its adjacent areas. It is the commercial and trading center of six adjoining municipalities. It also boasts of agricultural productivity that can provide a strong base for much-required industries.
History
Kidapawan City was legally created by virtue of Republic Act. No. 8500, signed by then President Fidel V. Ramos on February 12, 1998, making it the first component city of Cotabato Province. 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, In 1942 the Japanese Imperial forces entered in Kidapawan, In 1945, local Filipino soldiers of the Philippine Commonwealth Army and Philippine Constabulary units and Moro guerrilla fighters taken to liberated in Kidapawan fought the battles attack by the Japanese Imperial forces beginning the World War II
World War II
World War II, or the Second World War , was a global conflict lasting from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations—including all of the great powers—eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis...
, Kidapawan was later declared a separate municipality by virtue of Executive Order No. 82 issued by then President Manuel Roxas on August 18, 1947 – thereby becoming the fourth town of the then Empire Province of Cotabato, composed previously of the municipalities of Cotabato (now Cotabato City), Dulawan (later named Datu Piang) and Midsayap.
Created along with the city were the 12 original barangays, namely: Birada, Ginatilan, Indangan, Linangcob, Luvimin, Manongol, Marbel, Mateo, Meohao, Mua-an, Perez, and Sibawan. From the original land area of 273, 262 hectares, Kidapawan retained only 34,007.20 hectares when four municipalities were created from it namely: Magpet (June 22, 1963, R.A. 3721), Matalam (Dec. 29, 1961, E.O. 461), M’lang (Aug. 3, 1951, E.O. 462) and President Roxas (May 8, 1967, R.A. 4869).
Prior to its conversion to a municipality, five appointed District Mayors had served Kidapawan. The first was Datu Siawan Ingkal, tribal chieftain of the Manobos, who headed the Civilian Emergency Administration when World War II broke out. He was followed by Felimon Blanco, Ceferino Villanueva, Jacinto Paclibar, and Alfonso Angeles Sr., who became the first elected mayor of the municipality.
Kidapawan became the provincial capital of Cotabato Province pursuant to Presidential Decree No. 341 dated 22 November 1973, with the provincial seat of government located in 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.
Population
Based on the 2009 estimates, the city has a total population of 145,123 from 117,610 in 2007. The religion is predominantly Roman Catholic, although there are many Muslims residing in the city. The main languages are Cebuano and Ilonggo, while Tagalog and EnglishEnglish language
English is a West Germanic language that arose in the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England and spread into what was to become south-east Scotland under the influence of the Anglian medieval kingdom of Northumbria...
are the secondary languages.
Economy
Kidapawan City was classified as a 1st class city per Department of Finance Order No. 20-2005 . In 2006, it yielded an income of Php268.94 million, of which 73.8 percent constituted the Internal Revenue Allotment. Of its Php314.22 million total expenditures for the year, 25.9 percent were expended on economic services.The City is considered as the province’s industrial hub. It plays a pivotal role in the economic development of the province and its adjacent areas. It is the commercial and trading hub of six neighboring municipalities. It lies at the heart of two large domestic markets: Davao City
Davao City
The City of Davao is the largest city in the island of Mindanao in the Philippines. Its international airport and seaports are among the busiest cargo hubs in the Philippines....
and Cotabato City
Cotabato City
The City of Cotabato is one of the cities of the Philippines located in Mindanao. Cotabato City is an exclave of the SOCCSKSARGEN region found within the boundaries of Maguindanao province, but is independent of that province...
.
Ethnic Group and Dialect Widely Spoken
Cebuanos, Ilonggos and Ilocanos are the predominant ethnic groups in the city. Other ethnic groups residing in the area are the Maguindanaons and Manobos. The Cebuano dialect is widely used, especially in the city proper.English is considered as the medium of instruction in schools and other learning institutions. English is predominantly used in major government agencies in their transactions and reports. Laws and ordinances in the city are all written in English.
Climate
Located outside the typhoon belt, the city is blessed with a favorable climate characterized by wet and dry seasons. The coldest months are December and January, and the hottest months are April and May.Industries
The flower-cutting industry is a good source of livelihood among Cotabateños, especially those residing in Kidapawan City. In addition to ornamental and forest tree seedlings, flowers such as roses, anthuriums and orchids are abundantly grown locally providing a very promising and highly profitable source of livelihood and business in the area.Kidapawan city also prides itself as the fruit basket of the Philippines. Exotic fruits like Durian
Durian
The durian is the fruit of several tree species belonging to the genus Durio and the Malvaceae family . Widely known and revered in southeast Asia as the "king of fruits", the durian is distinctive for its large size, unique odour, and formidable thorn-covered husk...
, Mangosteen
Mangosteen
The purple mangosteen , colloquially known simply as mangosteen, is a tropical evergreen tree believed to have originated in the Sunda Islands and the Moluccas of Indonesia. The tree grows from 7 to 25 m tall...
, Lanzones, Marang
Marang
The marang , also called johey oak, green pedalai, madang, tarap, terap, timadang, or breadfruit cousin, is a tree native to Borneo and Palawan. It is closely related to the jackfruit, cempedak, and breadfruit trees.It is an evergreen tree growing to 25 m tall...
, Rambutan
Rambutan
The rambutan is a medium-sized tropical tree in the family Sapindaceae, and the fruit of this tree. It is native to Vietnam, Indonesia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and elsewhere in Southeast Asia, although its precise natural distribution is unknown. It is closely related to several...
, Banana
Banana
Banana is the common name for herbaceous plants of the genus Musa and for the fruit they produce. Bananas come in a variety of sizes and colors when ripe, including yellow, purple, and red....
, and the like are grown and harvested in abundance from the rolling highlands of Mt. Apo, passing through the wide plains of the rural communities of Kidapawan City, and down into the backyard of every household.
Crops abundantly grown in the area include abaca
Abacá
Abacá, Musa textilis is a species of banana native to the Philippines, grown as a commercial crop in the Philippines, Ecuador, and Costa Rica. The plant is of great economic importance, being harvested for its fibre, once generally called Manila hemp, extracted from the trunk or pseudostem. On...
, rubber
Rubber
Natural rubber, also called India rubber or caoutchouc, is an elastomer that was originally derived from latex, a milky colloid produced by some plants. The plants would be ‘tapped’, that is, an incision made into the bark of the tree and the sticky, milk colored latex sap collected and refined...
, corn
Corn
Corn is the name used in the United States, Canada, and Australia for the grain maize.In much of the English-speaking world, the term "corn" is a generic term for cereal crops, such as* Barley* Oats* Wheat* Rye- Places :...
, rice
Rice
Rice is the seed of the monocot plants Oryza sativa or Oryza glaberrima . As a cereal grain, it is the most important staple food for a large part of the world's human population, especially in East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and the West Indies...
, coconut
Coconut
The coconut palm, Cocos nucifera, is a member of the family Arecaceae . It is the only accepted species in the genus Cocos. The term coconut can refer to the entire coconut palm, the seed, or the fruit, which is not a botanical nut. The spelling cocoanut is an old-fashioned form of the word...
, and vegetables.
Tourism
Kidapawan City is synonymous to Mt. Apo which towers at 10,311 feet above sea level with a total area of 14.6 square meters. The country’s tallest peak is an abode to the almost extinct Philippine Eagle. The majestic mountain is surrounded by moss-covered century-old-trees, captivating flora and fauna, sulfur craters, and massive boulders. Within the Mt. Apo Natural Park is the Mandarangan Geological Site which is being promoted as a major educational tourism site. Lake Venado which is hidden among the mountain ranges stands at an elevation of 7,200 feet above sea level. Its crystal waters mirror the twin peaks of Mt. Apo. Lake Agko, on the other hand, is a steaming blue lake where hot and cold springs converge. It stands at an elevation of 4,200 feet above sea level. It is five kilometers from the jump-off point of mountain trekkers located at Barangay Ilomavis, Kidapawan City.The Marbel Falls, which is a hidden twin falls of about 60 to 70 feet in height, is surrounded by hot springs. The Mawig Falls on the other hand, which is located in Barangay Balabag, is the source of the crystal-clear waters of Matingao River.
To celebrate the abundance of the exotic fruits grown in Kidapawan City, the city government spearheads the annual celebration of a Festival which falls annually in the month of August called Timpupo or the fruit festival. This festival first held in 2002 (the 2007 festival was the 6th occurrence of the festival) celebrates the fruit harvest, the city purchases large quantities of local fruit which is laid out on tables along the streets for visitors and residents. In 2006, the festival was held in October due to problems with the harvest. The 2007 festival was held in the traditional month of August. Dubbed “Timpupo” from the Manobo word “harvest”, the celebration signifies the people's thanksgiving for the bountiful harvest and richness of the exotic fruits that thrive in the area. The Timpupo Festival is the best venue to savor the sweet, rich, and healthful banquet of tropical fruits which usually falls during the harvest season -August to October - depending on the ripening of fruits. Activities featured during the annual event include the Fruit Galore, Fruit Float Parade, Fruit Arrangement and Street Dancing Competition.
The Foundation Anniversary of the City of Kidapawan (February 12) is celebrated with parades, beauty contests, and traditional non-lethal horse
Horse
The horse is one of two extant subspecies of Equus ferus, or the wild horse. It is a single-hooved mammal belonging to the taxonomic family Equidae. The horse has evolved over the past 45 to 55 million years from a small multi-toed creature into the large, single-toed animal of today...
fights.
Hotel, Inn, Lodging House
- Mount Apo Inn - Bautista St. Kidapawan City. Contact No.: (064) 288-5720
- AJ Hi Time Hotel and Restaurant - Downtown City of Kidapawan Contact No.: (064) 288-1811
- Grand Ficus - Near City Bus Terminal Contact No.: (064) 278-3392 or (064) 278-3408
- Boylyn - Magsaysay, Kidapawan City, Contact No: (064) 288-1215
- SAM's Guesthouse & Apartelles - Villamarzo Street Contact No.: (064) 288-1281
- Casa De Rositas
- Apo Summit-Boragay kidapawan City
- Supper Cool hotel -Bonifacio Street Kidapawan City
- JBL Lodge-Kidapawan City
- Fadj Inn and restaurant-Jose Abad Santos Street Kidapawan City-278-1250
- Old Barracks Suites (SilverSpoon Lodge) - Sudapin, KIdapawan City 064-2881299
Housing
There are a lot of villages and housing subdivisions that are located within the city's residential area and its adjacent barangays. Just recently there is a twelve acre subdivision project by E & N Country Homes that is located at the very heart of Kidapawan City. The new neighborhood is located near transportation, highways, schools, churches, hospitals, shopping centers, commercial districts, and other community facilities.Educational institutions and Review Center
- Marciano Mancera Memorial Elementary School
- School For Life Montessori
- Kidapawan City SPED center
- Kidapawan City Pilot Elementary School
- Kidapawan City National High School (City High)
- Kidapawn S.D.A. Elementary School
- ABC Educational Development Center
- Felipe Suerte Memorial Elementary School
- Central Mindanao Colleges
- The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Kidapawan College
- Colegio de Kidapawan
- System Technology Institute (STI Kidapawan)
- Kidapawan Anchor Bay Bible School
- Kidapawan Jireh Christian School
- Kidapawan Southern Baptist Elementary School
- Kidapawan Polytechnic College
- North Point College of Arts and Technology
- North Valley College Foundation
- Notre Dame of Kidapawan College
- Read Data Access Computer College (RDACC)
- St. Mary's Academy of Kidapawan (R.V.M. PRIVATE SCHOOL)St. Mary's Academy of KidapawanSt. Mary's Academy of Kidapawan formerly Notre Dame of Kidapawan/ Notre Dame of Kidapawan for Girls is located at the foot of Mt. Apo, the Philippines' highest mountain peak, which is 10,311 feet above sea level. Kidapawan City is in North Cotabato, in the island of Mindanao, and is midway between...
- University of Southern Mindanao Kidapawan City Campus
- Kidapawan City SDA Elememntary School
- St. Louis Review Center (SLRC) - Kidapawan (Nursing, Teachers & Civil Service Review)
- Lanao Central Elementary School
- Saniel Cruz National High School
Medical Facilities
- Kidapawan Doctors Hospital - Tertiary Hospital.
- North Cotabato Medical Center - Tertiary Hospital (formerly Cotabato Provincial Hospital).
- Kidapawan Medical Specialist Center - Tertiary hospital
- Kidapawan City Hospital
- Luis P. Malaluan Hospital
- Madonna General Hospital - Secondary Hospital
- Manuel Medical Hospital
- United Doctors Hospital
- Dizon Clinic & Hospital - Secondary Hospital
- Rural Health Units are widely available in Kidapawan.
- Evangelista A.Dwin Medical Hospital
Note: Aside from PhilHealth, Cotabato Province has its own insurance services called CHIP or Cotabato Health Insurance Program.
Radio / TV Stations
- DXCA-FM 90.3 mHz Charm Radio, The Voice of our Land (PFCABS)
- DXDM-FM 88.7 mHz Hot Radio (NDBC)
- DXND-AM 747 kHz Radio for Peace (NDBC)
- DXYY-FM 107.1 mHz Radyo Natin (MBC)
- DXGM-FM 103.3 mHz Dream FM (DepEd)
- DXGM-FM Z 101 FM 101.5 MHz (G. MERCADO ENTERTAINMENT CENTER)
- The Edge Radio 103.7 Mhz
- NBN DXKN-TV 8 (with transmitters located in Amas Provincial Compound)
- DXCA RADYO UKAY (UMBN) University of Mindanao Broadcasting Network
Shopping Centres/Department Stores
- Sun Rises Enterprises
- Kasapid Warehouse Sales
- Kidapawan Mega Market
- Lots 4 Less Kidapawan
- Boylyn T-shirt Center
- Al- Naz R.T.W.
- Survive Marketing
- Eva's Malls
- Davao Central Warehouse Club
- Emcor
- Sugni Superstore
- Gillamac's Marketing Inc.
- JN Center Mall
- Bodak's Convenience Store
- Davao Central Convenience Store
Fast Foods
- Jollibee Kidapawan
- Uncle Arts Cold Cuts
- Dawns Cafe
- Aj Hi-time Hotel and Restaurant
- Noodols atbp.
- Mandarin Tea Garden
- Chicken Ati-atihan
- Sariling Atin Pick and Grill
- Alche Taps (24 hours)with Goldilocks products
- Bistro la Camille
- Lady M Restaurant
- JC Complex Fastfood
- Iris Garden Restaurant and Bar
- Nika's Cafe
- PEPS County Bar
- Co's bistro n' coffeeshop
- Mang Inasal
- Penong's at Penang's
- Menang's Fastfood and Bakeshop
- Pritong Manok
Banking Institutions
- Asian Hills Bank
- Cooperative Rural Bank Of Cotabato
- Enterprise Bank
- Land Bank of the Philippines
- Metro Bank
- Philippine National Bank
- Banco de Oro
- Rural Bank of Digos Kidapawan Branch
- One Network Bank
- Allied Bank
- Rural Bank of Midsayap Kidapawan Branch
- Pen Bank
- United Coconut Planters Bank
- Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation
- Development Bank of the Philippines
- China Bank
- Bank of the Philippine Islands
- Philippine Veterans BankPhilippine Veterans BankPhilippine Veterans Bank, also known as PVB and Veterans Bank, is a medium-sized commercial bank in the Philippines. PVB is owned by Philippine World War II war veterans and their families and caters to both corporate and retail financial markets...
- Union Bank (soon to open)
Multimedia Providers(CaTV/Telephone/Internet/Computers)
- Kodak Alvin's Photo Studio (loc. at Kasapid Building)
- Bayantel
- Metro Kidapawan Telephone Corporation, A PLDT Unaffiliated Company which resells Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) with poor speeds.
- PLDT
- Northwest Cable TV Network (formerly Metro Kidapawan Cable TV)
- Makilala Cable TV
- Dream Satellite TV (available at Emcor)
- Cignal Digital TV (available at Emcor)
- Moscom
- WPC Computers
- Blue Chips Computer Sales and Services
- Authorized IBM Service Center
- LEM Computer Printshoppe Marketing & Printing Press
Drug Store/Pharmacy
- Botika ng Bayan
- Mercury Drug
- The Generics Pharmacy (KMCC Mall)
- MD Drug
- Botica Gleia
- Lucky B - New Cebu
- D & D PHARMACY
Transportation
Local means of transportation is served by almost 2,000 motor tricycles known locally as just "motor". Transportations to its barangays and adjacent municipalities are served by Multicabs, Jeepneys, and L300 Vans. Weena Bus Company serves the Davao City—Cotabato City Route which passes the cities of DigosDIGOS
The General Investigations and Special Operations Division , mainly known with its acronym DIGOS, is an Italian law enforcement agency, charged with investigating sensitive cases relating to terrorism, organized crime and serious offences such as kidnapping and extortion.It is a special operative...
and Kidapawan. Public Utility Vans also served routes to and from the cities of Davao
Davao
Davao refers to several closely related places in Mindanao in the Philippines. The term is used most often to refer to the city.*Davao Region, an administrative region*Davao del Norte province*Davao del Sur province*Davao Oriental province...
, Cotabato
Cotabato
Cotabato , is a landlocked province of the Philippines located in the SOCCSKSARGEN region in Mindanao...
, Tacurong-Isulan, Koronadal and General Santos.