Traveller- Tagum City Destination by: Pretty Faith M. Oval

“Live and Love the City of Green; Tagum City” 

Tagum New City Hall

Looking for a clean and green destination? Alright, you don’t have to worry. Just sit back, relax, get your pops and cups, and set your minds clearly for I will let your longings do come short and real. Let’s travel and be amazed to a place where I belong. A place where all your needs, ideals, and unforgettable experiences emerge that will surely fill your emptiness. A place that soothes all your senses because of the green palms standing tall and in vertically in line, the green uniformed cabs, the scenic city ambiance, and delicious delicacies it offers. So, fasten your seatbelts, let’s do the cha-cha and tour the beautiful green city of Tagum.

The city of Tagum has a total land area of 19,580 hectares. Tagum City was then Magugpo which was derived from the native word mago, a name of a tree, and ugpo which means “very high”. Tagum City was then inhabited by the Mansakas, Manguangas, Mandayas, and the Kalagans. They were occupying a river basin inside the thickly covered forest where they could not even see the sun. As time goes by, Tagum City was declared to be municipality by virtue of Executive Order No. 452 by the Commonwealth President Manuel L. Quezon. On the year 1994, Tagum City became a First Class Municipality. Last March 7, 1998, Tagum city was ratified, as a Component City of Davao del Norte. Last February 21, 2006, Tagum city was reclassified from Third class to First class Component city.

Tagum City is known to be the Palm City of the Philippines and the Music Capital of Mindanao. Tagum City is one of the fast progressive cities here in the Philippines. The city offers a whole year getaways and celebrations for you to come and enjoy.

Musikahan, a musical event celebrated in the month of February in which various music and culture are being exposed and participated by distinct schools, barangays, and cities in national or can also be international performers. The Binuhat festival celebrated in the month of July designed for all the gays from any point of Mindanao.

One of the most highlighted festivals of Tagum is the Durian Festival. It is a month-long celebration celebrated in the mid-week of August until mid-week of September. This showcases the different styles and ways of cooking with durian as the main ingredient. The city will also treat fellow Tagumenios and tourists to taste different varieties of Durian at low cost ranging 40-60 pesos. You would never ever crave for other places, here in Tagum; all in one.

Staying here in Tagum is a great experience. You can stroll and take some walks with your friends and family at the Freedom Park, the New City hall, and other beautiful spots all-around Tagum. After the tireful but enjoyable strolling in daytime, you can visit and take a break at the Freedom Park; taste the unique blends of “kwek-kwek” and “takuyaki”. Try way of eating called “duko-duko”. It is a food sect that is set up on metro Tagum’s main streets. Line of barbeque stalls are there and a variety of delectable and affordable marinated pork, chicken, and fish to pick from that’s ready to be grilled.

What are you waiting for? Come and visit our place. Absolutely, it’s more fun here in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, Philippines.  Place for our one non-stop travel destination; Tagum City.