Perhaps no other metropolis in the country has experienced phenomenal growth in the past years than Davao City. It is the largest city in the Philippines in terms of land area and the most populous city in Mindanao. Unsurprisingly, it is considered the nexus of the entire Davao region and the gateway to Mindanao, serving as a vital center for trade, commerce, industry and finance.

In a recent study by the University of Mindanao’s Institute of Popular Opinion, Davao City was deemed the second most livable among 33 highly urbanized cities across the country. Similarly, just last year, a government survey landed Davao City as the fourth most competitive and highly urbanized city in the Philippines.

These are just some of the best reasons why Davao City is a truly compelling proposition for businesses, investors and tourists.

Breathtaking nature

Davao City is blessed to be situated right in the heart of a nature-rich region that offers mountainous vistas as well as stretches of coastline. It is home to Mount Apo, the highest peak in the country, which also serves as a sanctuary for unique flora and fauna that comprise a precious and thriving biodiversity. Thus, agriculture is the primary means of livelihood and a main economic sector of the region.

Rich heritage and culture

The city is a genuine melting pot, bringing together individuals of various backgrounds and origins. Most locals are Visayans from Cebu, while many others are Lumad and Moro— members of the indigenous peoples of the region. There is also a growing population of foreign nationals migrating to the city, such as Chinese, Koreans, Japanese, Taiwanese, Indonesians and Malaysians. All of them create a diverse landscape of customs, culture and cuisine in everyday life.

Infrastructure support

Access to Davao City is not difficult with the many ways to enter it through land, sea or air. It is also a key beneficiary of the government’s aggressive Build, Build, Build program, with numerous infrastructure projects such as the Davao Coastal Road, the Mindanao Railway system and the Davao City Bypass Road earmarked and already underway. Power and water utilities are all in place and efficiently functioning, as well as vital telecommunications and Internet facilities.

Progressive governance

Davao City has earned a reputation for being a “mini-Singapore” with its strict rules and ordinances, among them a smoking ban in public and work spaces as well as a nighttime curfew for minors. These have become a paragon for other local government units as well as the whole nation. The city is also generally lauded for its clean surroundings, efficient transportation system and many other positive urban features.

Modern living

Those who wish to call Davao City home can take advantage of the modern urban developments that have transformed it into a truly world-class destination. The Abreeza mixed-use estate by Ayala Land is widely considered as one of the pioneers in spurring growth in the metropolis, with its commercial center (Abreeza Mall), office building (Abreeza Corporate Center), hotel (Seda Abreeza), as well as vertical communities that have introduced choice condo living to Davaoeños.

These modern urban homes are the immediate and sensible solution for those seeking to settle down in this burgeoning city center, affording convenience and security while being in the middle of everything and enjoying the best that Davao City has to offer. This kind of holistic lifestyle is the definition of well-being espoused by Alveo, Ayala Land’s brand for upscale property developments in the country.   

Alveo’s latest Davao offering is Patio Suites Abreeza, a twin-tower residential high-rise that brings the traditional values of neighborliness into 21st century living. This is made possible by its main design feature—a vast, common patio level that houses amenities and facilities such as pools, lawns and lounges for daily leisure which complements the business and leisure components of the overall Abreeza estate. Within the residential units, ample spaces also recreate the laidback and relaxed lifestyle that both locals and visitors have grown accustomed to.

More importantly, a condo residence in Abreeza is a wise investment that grows along with the city. As with many other Ayala Land master planned townships across the country, it can be expected to endure as an anchor of progress in the area. All of these create the perfect environment where one can thrive and enjoy the best life possible in Davao City—one of ease and peace of mind, yet still dynamic and contemporary.

Alveo’s Patio Suites Abreeza provides the ideal address where one can enjoy all the benefits of living well and working well in Davao—arguably among the strongest draws of calling this city home.

Source: Business Mirror