A Place Called Ulas

Have you heard of a place in Davao City called Ulas? If you are from Davao or have been here frequently, the answer would be a resounding “Yes.” For those who do not, here are some short descriptions:

Roxas Avenue with Marco Polo Hotel, Ateneo de Davao University and Freedom Park

Showing three popular landmarks in Davao City: The Marco Polo Hotel Davao, The Ateneo de Davao University, and The Freedom Park. All accessible along the Roxas Avenue. The Marco Polo Hotel is Davao’s most classy hotel. The Ateneo de Davao University is one of the best schools in Davao. The Freedom Park is the favorite [...]

Magallanes Street

This photo shows the Magallanes Street. It’s new name is A. Pichon, but people still call it by its old name Magallanes just the other street names in Davao City. At Magallanes you will find the famous Grand Men Seng Hotel, The City Council Building (which also houses the City Library) and the Davao City [...]

San Pedro and Claveria Streets

This is the prominent San Pedro Cathedral in Davao City. To the left is the San Pedro Street. To the right is the Claveria Street also known as the C.M. Recto Avenue.

Old Street Names in Downtown Davao

This one is a bit tricky for the first time visitors and travelers in Davao City. They are not written on the store or business signages, but people refer to the old street names in downtown Davao as they would an old familiar friend. You are waiting for a jeepney and you have the most [...]