Southern Mindanao Travel Guide: SOCCKSARGEN, Philippines

T’boli Museum and Central Center - The museum showcases the rich history, traditions, and crafts of the T’boli Mount Parker - A dormant volcano is known for its cool climate, lush forests, and rich biodiversity Taklobo Sanctuary - Visitors can join eco tou...

T’boli Museum and Central Center - The museum showcases the rich history, traditions, and crafts of the T’boli Mount Parker - A dormant volcano is known for its cool climate, lush forests, and rich biodiversity Taklobo Sanctuary - Visitors can join eco tourism activities such as snorkeling or scuba diving Kipot Falls - The waterfall is surrounded by lush greenery, and cool fresh waters Baluan Hot Spring - Visitors can enjoy hot spring baths in natural setting Lake Buluan - Tranquil lake is ideal for those looking for peaceful boat rides and relaxing water Pastil - A steamed rice topped with flaked chicken, beef, or tuna that is wrapped in banana leaves Grilled Tuna and Tuna Tacos with Cheese - From the tuna capital of the Philippines, Gensan Caldereta Rice - Glutinous white rice cooked with maggi magic sarap, liver spread corn and peas Tinagtag - It is made ground rice and sugar, mixed with a little bit of water Lake Sebu (South Cotabato) - Known for its serene waters, surrounding mountains, and rich T’boli culture, this picturesque spot offers seven falls General Santos ( Tuna Capital of The Philippines) - Visitors can take tour of the local tuna canneries, enjoy fresh tuna dishes such as grilles tuna Sarangani Bay ( Sarangani) - Famous for its pristine beaches, crystal clear waters, and beautiful coral reefs T’boli Cultural Village (South Cotabato) - Immerse in the culture of the t’boli people Kalaneg Falls ( Sultan Kudarat) - The natural wonder is known for its cascading waters, surrounded by lush vegatation Gensan’s Kalaja Cave ( General Santos) - The caves features stalactites and stalagmites, and visitor can enjoy a spelunking adventure Lake Maughan - Stunning highland lake offers picturesque views, and visitors can enjoy activities such as camping Beef Sinina - Maguindanaoans local version of Filipino beef stew Tilapia - Chicharon tilapia, Nilagang Tilapia, Nilasing na Tilapia SOCCKSARGEN - South Cotabato, Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani, General Santos Inato - Inato dishh is similar to inihaw (grilled) or inasal (grilled marinated meat) - Derived from “inat” which means to “grill” or “roast” Pakfry - Typicallly refers to paksiw na baboy ( or anu meat) friend or friend version of paksiw dish Friend Fish with Mango Sauce - Combines crispy friend fish with tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy mango sauce Kalderobo  - It is a variation of kaldereta but kalderobo specifically uses bobo, which means wild boar Adobong Pusit - Squid adobo is a variation of the classic Filipino adobo but made with squid Kadyos, baboy, and langka (KBL) - A hearty stew made from kadyos( pigeon peas), baboy (pork) and langka jackfruit Lambanog - Is a traditional Fiipino distilled alcoholic beverage made from the sap of the coconut trees Pomela - Davao known for its pomelo, a citrus fruit that is larger than grapefruit but less bitter Kinilaw - it’s typically made with raw fish ( such as tuna or tangigue) marinated in vinegar,with onions Durian Pizza - Durian’s flavor is complex and delicious, not overly sweet but definately tropical Durian - A cultural museum that showcases the rich history and heritage of Davao Durian Candy - A cultural museum that showcases the rich history and heritage of Davao Durian Ice Cream - A cultural museum that showcases the rich history and heritage of Davao Durian - Is famous for its producing the best varieties of durian, which is used in various dishes Davao Museum - A cultural museum that showcases the rich history and heritage of Davao Magsaysay Fruit market - Is one of the best places to sample fresh durian and other tropical fruits Davao Crocodile Park - This park is home to various species of crocodiles including the Philippine Crocodile Eden Nature Park ( Davao City ) - Is an eco tourism park, also has gardens, scenis spots, and restaurant serving fresh organic meals Sleeping Dinousaur - A unique island shaped like a dinosaur lying down Balete Tree ( Davao Occidental) - A 1,000 year old tree that stands tall as a natural landmark Sibang Cove - Is an undiscovered gem with white sandy beaches and crystal clear waters Mt. Talomo ( Davao del Sur) - It is oart of the Mt. Apo natural park and offers a challenging trek for seasoned hikers Laak’s Enchanted River ( Davao De Oro) - The crystal clear river, surrounded by lush forest is believed to have mystical qualities Mt. Apo - Is the highest peak in the Philippines Davao : LIFE IS HERE Provinces - Davao de Oro - Davao del Norte - Davao Occidental - Davao Oriental - Davao City ( Capital) Sukang Pinakurat (Iligan City - Is the first branded spicy vinegar in the Philippines Coffee ( Bukidnon) - Known for its high quality arabica, robusta, and excelsa coffee beans Pineapple Product ( Bukidnon) - Home to fresh pineapples and exclusive products Palapa (Lanao del Norte) - A spicy marao condimet made of scallions, ginger, and chili Pater ( Lanao del Norte) - Is traditional maranao rice dish from Lanao del Sur and Lanao del Norte Binaki ( Bukidnon) - Sweet steamed corn cake wrapped in husks Lechon de Iligan - Known for tis crispy skin and juicy meat Lechon de Cagayan - Cripsy,juicy roasted pig known for its plavorful taste Tablea Chocolate (Bukidnon) - Pure cacao tablets for making tsokolate ( hot chocolate) Pasted de Camiguin - A soft bun filled with yema ( sweet custard) Maria Christina Falls( Iligan City) - Also known as the “Twin Falls” it powers most of the mindanao Cagayan de Oro River ( Mis or) - Famous for white water rafting adventures Sunken Cemetery (Camiguin) - A historic cemetery that sank underwater due to a volcanic eruption Mt. Kitanglad ( Bukidnon)  - A great spot for hikers and home to the rare Philipine eagle Tinago Falls (Iligan Lanao del Norte) - A breathtaking waterfall hidden in the forest Sultan Naga Dimaporo Mangrove Forest and Beach - A protected mangrove area where you can enjoy nature walks Dahilayan Adventure Park (Bukidnon) - Home to Asia’s longest dual zipline White Island ( Camiguin ) - A beautiful sandbar with view of mt Hibok Hibok