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A coastal paradise located at the heart of
Davao Gulf. A Haven to those seeking solace in an unspoiled
and natural ambiance and to those who are in quest for great
adventure and extreme challenges with nature, its white and
pristine beaches and diverse natural attractions combined
with the warmth and hospitality of its people spell out its
potential to be a world-class eco-tourism destination in
this part of Southeastern Mindanao.
Aside from its awesome coral garden, one may not see a
floral garden in the island as yet. But as a new city, the
Island Garden City of Samal is a large economic base, and an
international gateway, IGaCoS is the best place for would-be
investors. it boasts of a superior quality island beach
area, large areas of land suitable for development, and a
highly receptive local government and community.
The Island Garden City of Samal is one of the three (3)
cities of Davao del Norte. its unique birth was made out
of the merger of the three (3) former municipalities of the
island namely, Babak, Samal and Kaputian. The official name
is Island Garden City of Samal (IGaCos). The name speaks for
its and for what a place is destined to become - an island
cluster, emerging to become the international center and
financial district for the BIMP-EAGA (Brunei, Indonesia,
Malaysia, Philippines - East ASEAN Growth Area) as laid out
in the Davao Integrated Development Program (DIDP).
BRIEF HISTORY
On July 08, 1948, the Municipality of Samal was created
under Executive Order #151 which was signed by then
President Elpidio Quirino. Later, the Island municipality
was divided into three (3) municipalities - Samal, Babak &
Kaputian, which were remerged last January 30, 1998, under
R.A.#8472, into what is known now as the Island Garden City
of Samal. The law was ratified by the residents on March 7,
1998.
BASIC FACTS
Total Land Area: 30, 130 hectares
Population: 82, 230
Total Number of Baranggays: 46
Transportation: In going to the Island from Davao City,
boats and launches are available at Sta. Ana Wharf and Km.
11 Wharf in Sasa. Ferryboats to carry vehicles and trucks
are available in Km. 11 ferryboat landing. The Island has 5
seaports - Kaputian, Samal, Babak PEO and Sta. Cruz, Talikud.
Communications: Public calling stations in Babak & Samal and
Kaputian (only public telephone service available).
Cellsites for mobile telephone are available.
Cottage Industries: Furnitures and Fixtures, gifts, toys,
housewares
Light Industries: Feeds production, Organic fertilizer
production
Climate: The city enjoys a mild pleasant climate with no
pronounced dry or wet season, and is typhoon free.
Languages/Dialects: Cebuano/Visayan, Pilipino/Tagalog, Sama
Ethnics Groups: Sama, Muslim
FESTIVALS
Kaputian Parochial Fiesta (January 15)
IGaCoS Festival (March 5 -7)
Caracoles Festival (April 30)
Pangapog Festival (1st Week of August)
Babak Fiesta (September 15)
Peņaplata Fiesta (December 8)
ATTTRACTIONS
San Jose Muslim Village
Tagpopongan Cultural Village
Natural
Big Ligid island
Punta Paet
Bito Depression
Coral Garden Marine Park
Mt. Puting Bato
Hagimit Falls
Baga Cave
Aundanao Fish Sanctuary
Religious
Moncado Colony
Special Interests
Samal Island Mariculture Park
Coral Garden Marine Park
Man-Made
Pearl Farm Beach Resort
Island Buenavista Beach Resort
Punta del Sol Beach Resort
Paradise Island Park & Beach Resort
Bluewaters Beach Resort
Paradise Island Park & Beach Resort
Costa Marina Beach Resort
Chemas by the Sea
Isla Reta Beach Resort
Fernandez Beach Resort
Monina's Garden Resort
Kaputian Beach Park
Mahan Beach Resort
La Vida Orchard Resort
Budyong Beach Resort
Mayumi Disney Sea
Hi 5 Princess
Ana Marina Beach Resort
Canibad Beach Resort
Palm Gil Beach Resort |
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