About
Davao del Sur is a province on the island of Mindanao in the Philippines, in Southeast Asia. Its capital is Digos City, which serves as the administrative centre for the province and a practical base for exploring the area.
The province is known above all for its farming. Rice and corn are its main crops, and the fields that cover much of the landscape give the province a rural character quite different from the busy urban centres elsewhere in the country. A visit here tends to be unhurried, with the rhythm of the seasons and the work on the land shaping what you see.
What a visit offers
- A look at agricultural life in one of Mindanao's farming provinces
- The chance to spend time in Digos City, the provincial capital
- A quieter alternative to the more heavily visited parts of the Philippines
Because the province is defined by its agriculture rather than by a list of landmarks, it suits travellers who enjoy observing how a place makes its living. Those interested in the wider island can use Davao del Sur as a stop on a longer journey through Mindanao.
Planning ahead
Visitors who want specific sites, opening times or local services should check current details with local sources before setting out, as the information available here is limited to the province's general character. Expect a rural setting, with the pace and facilities that go with it.