The southernmost region of the Republic of the Philippines , Mindanao has become a "gateway to opportunity" for Philippine and international investors eyeing opportunities in agribusiness, industry, and tourism.

Mindanao is also a nature lover's paradise: Tiny Camiguin isle enchants with its white sand islands and volcanic chains. Zamboanga has pink sand beaches for beach-lover and rolling greens for the golf enthusiast. Davao 's caves promise adventure for spelunkers; in this land of fruits and flowers, parklands are planted with groves of durian, rambutan and other exotic tropical fruit trees, interspersed with tropical

blooms and exotic orchids. Cotabato's pineapple plantations and Bukidnon's citrus farms delight with nature's freshest harvests.

The adventurous travel would probably wish to conquer Mindanao 's vast mountain wilderness or explore the many forests and wildlife reserves. Mt. Apo in Davao del Sur is the country's highest peak. Climbers are trekkers will find on its slopes forests exotic flora, steaming geysers, rainwater lakes, swift flowing rivers and cascading waterfalls; and at its base, Mount Apo Science Foundation, an agricultural institution surrounded by woodlands ideal for bird-watching.

A plethora of water falls awaits the visitor to Lanao del Norte. Its provincial capital, Iligan, is home to the legendary Maria Cristina Falls , 100 feet higher than the awesome of Niagara . It has many natural attractions, rich flora and fauna, cultural diversity, and colorful ethnic festivals which make Mindanao one of the most exciting tourist destinations in Southeast Asia .

Interesting Places In Mindanao