Must-Visit Memorial Parks in Mindanao

With a reputation for creating the most beautiful memorial parks in the country, Golden Haven parks have become popular venues for photo and video shoots. They’re also great destinations for unwinding, picnics, and other leisurely activities. It comes as no surprise that any park they build becomes a place worth visiting. With that said, I’m listing down some of the most beautiful Golden Haven destinations to stop by when in Mindanao.

Why Mindanao?

Mindanao is a gorgeous island filled with bountiful produce and stunning tourist spots. It’s no wonder travelers from different parts of the world flock to the area to explore, try out the food, and experience the local life.

Whether you prefer to lounge by the cool, clear, coral-filled beaches; traverse the majestic, tree-covered mountains; or relish in the celebratory atmosphere of colorful festivals, you’re sure to find a favorite in Mindanao’s over 27 provinces, 33 cities, and 422 municipalities.

Without delay, here are the must-visit Golden Haven memorial parks in Mindanao.

General Santos City

A progressive city with plenty of nearby tourist destinations, Gensan is a well-known spot for Filipinos and foreigners who want to have fun in the Philippines. Nicknamed the tuna capital of the country and the hometown of Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao, one of the greatest professional boxers of all time, the land of champions and generals has plenty of good things to offer.

Aside from the General Santos Tuna Festival, Sanchez Peak, Amsikong 7 Falls, Gensan Fish Port Complex, and the other numerous activities and destinations, Golden Haven’s park in the city also provides a stunning picture.

Golden Haven’s Italian-themed Memorial Park in General Santos City

Located in the first-class highly urbanized city of Soccskargen, Golden Haven’s Italian-themed memorial park in Gensan is a popular venue for debuts and prenuptial photoshoots. Inside the park, you’ll find plenty of wide-open spaces and gorgeous sceneries that’ll definitely look perfect on your social media walls.

With a stunning panoramic view of Mount Matutum and artistic designs inspired by Roman architecture, the park is certainly a little piece of Italy in beautiful General Santos City. 

So, when you’re in Gensan, don’t forget to visit the park at Barangay Mabuhay!

Cagayan de Oro City

The City of Golden Friendship boasts a ton of sights and activities to keep tourists coming back for more. Considered the whitewater rafting capital of the Philippines, CDO offers plenty of water fun within the city and its nearby areas.

From river tubing to the longest dual zipline, to spelunking and paragliding, your adventurous heart will definitely soar in Cagayan de Oro. Of course, Golden Haven’s park in CDO wouldn’t be left behind. 

The Gardens of the World at Golden Haven Cagayan de Oro

Lush greeneries all around create a wondrous base for the different gardens found at the Golden Haven CDO park. Inside, you’ll find various enclaves with different themes including Japanese Zen Gardens, Gardens of America, California Missions, Moroccan Tapestry, Victorian-Style Secret Garden, French Royale, Spanish-inspired Courtyard, and so much more.

Other sights to see inside the park are the Sendong Memorial and the statue of Christ the Redeemer. Want to see more of Golden Haven Cagayan de Oro? Visit the park at Macapagal Avenue in Bulua.

Zamboanga

Known as the City of Flowers, Zamboanga is another highly-urbanized city in the Philippines. Here, multi-lingual locals speaking English, Tagalog, Cebuano, Chavacano, Hokkien Chinese, and a few other languages and dialects live, making it easy for visitors to converse and navigate around.

Dubbed as the “Asian Latin City”, you’ll find a lot of Spanish influence within the vicinity–from food to the structures to the city’s official dialect.

Of course, like anywhere in the Philippines, the city is blessed with a ton of beautiful natural resources that are a must-see! Some of these include the breathtaking Merloquet Falls, the Pasonanca Park, the Great Santa Cruz Island, the Little Santa Cruz Island, and the Tagbilat Falls.

The Gardens of the World at Golden Haven Zamboanga

If you think the tourist destinations in Zamboanga are great, then you’ll be surprised at the beauty that is Golden Haven Zamboanga.

The park is filled with amazing gardens that are not only appealing to the eyes but are also perfect for cleansing and rejuvenating the mind, body, and spirit. Here, you can bask in the calmness and revel in the portrait-like sceneries all around you. Truly, a place to visit when in the city. 

Want to see Golden Haven Zamboanga? Head over to Maria Clara Lorenzo Lobregat Highway, Zambowood!

Bukidnon

The food basket of Mindanao has so much more to offer than premium quality rice and corn. Home to the second-highest mountain in the Philippines, Mount Dulang-Dulang, the area is considered the highland paradise of Mindanao.

With plenty of sights to visit and recreational activities to do, Bukidnon won’t fall short of things to explore. To start, you can check out the Del Monte pineapple plantation where you’ll find a vast expanse of pineapple plantations as far as the eyes can see! You can also dine at the Del Monte Clubhouse and try out their mouthwatering offerings.

Other must-visit places in the area include the Kaamulan Nature Park, Mount Kitanglad Range Natural Park, Mount Dulang-Dulang, Ultra Winds Mountain Resort, the Monastery of the Transfiguration, and Golden Haven Bukidnon memorial park.

Bukidnon’s Sound of Music-Inspired Memorial Park

If you’ve seen the movie Sound of Music, and if you love the settings and locations, then you’ll surely adore Golden Haven Bukidnon.

Located at Barangay Laguitas in Malaybalay City, the park is a cool and refreshing place, ideal for jogging, walking your dog, or simply relaxing. As you walk inside, the sight of Golden Haven’s Giant Grass Sofa will greet you, charming and Instagram-worthy! It’ll make you feel like singing to do-re-mi in the set of the Sound of Music with Maria and the von Trapp kids!

Moreover, the beautiful panoramic view of the mountain ranges of Mount Capistrano from the park is truly breathtaking. You can see the sky touching the mountain’s silhouette–a magical view to behold!

Mindanao is a beautiful region blessed with bountiful natural resources. With plenty of wonderful places to check out and a ton of fun things to try, you’ll never get bored! Whenever you visit any of the areas mentioned, don’t forget to check out Golden Haven Parks–they’re a sight to see! And if you’ve been to some of them, let us know what you think in the comments.

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