What Christmas is Like in Davao City

The holiday season is a great time to be in Davao City. The city is alive with colorful lights and unique Christmas decorations spread out in different areas. Fireworks are not allowed here but  the show of these bright lights are enough to provide a happy atmosphere throughout the holidays.

Various spots can be visited to enjoy a display of lights and local ingenuity. I'm sharing here the most popular areas where local residents and visitors often flock to.

Mana, the Antique Shop, never fails to wow its visitors every year. For many years now, the owner always hires designers to come up with grand and extraordinary decorations as his way of spreading love and happiness during the Christmas season.

Mana Antique Shop along Bajada (courtesy of Virtual Wanderer)

Davao City Hall along San Pedro Drive also makes it a point to hang lighted parols (lanterns) on the trees in front of the building and other colorful decorations. 

Davao City Hall facade (courtesy of Images Philippines)

People's Park along Camus and Palma Gil Streets boasts of its own unique Christmas display each year. The fountain area is a popular attraction inside the park.

People's Park Fountain Area (courtesy of  Skyscapercity)

I'm glad to be here in Davao City as I get to experience this great Christmas atmosphere each year. I hope you'll spread the word and I wish you all a fruitful 2013!