Dakak Park and Beach Resort
A timeless experience.........Imagine strolling on a pristine powdery white sand beach... looking across a beautifully shaped island cove stretching out to deeper blue waters. . .picture gazing a sunset horizon while lying on a hammock set under lush native trees, hearing the waves clash quietly against the shore. . . .only a few relaxing pleasure we have to offer. Mabuhay. A warm Filipino welcome to Beautiful Dakak Park Beach Resort! Our resort boasts of 15 hectares of wooded land, a natural reservoir for native plants and animals, providing the ideal setting for a 750-meter private beach blanketed with powdery white sand. Natural spring water and tumbling waterfalls feed our resort's two pools, whilst providing the ultimate hideaway at a private open air Jacuzzi where you can relax in the sauna and whirlpool amidst an atmosphere of blissful solitary refinement. Spend your days on a neon sailboard weaving skillfully among the masts, waterski on calm turquoise seas or discover vibrant marine life in crystal clear waters! The resort's Aqua Sports Centre becomes a mecca for watersports enthusiasts and for divers, the ultimate diving experience awaits as you explore Dakak's many nearby coral reefs. Entertainment and culinary treats abound as well. Dine on freshly grilled seafoods, sample exotic Filipino dishes, continental cuisine and feast on an array of fresh fruits. Be treated to a cultural show or party the night away at Dakak Pirates bar or Fusion Disco. Get the family involved in a group sport! Whether it be bowling, billiards, tennis, basketball or golf we're the resort that has it all. Enjoy your web tour of Dakak Park Beach Resort. . .We're hoping it will provide you as visual of an exhilarating experience only the totality of your senses cam described.
Mi Retiro Rock
Mi Retiro Rock
In the old Dapitan history, this shaped rock was known as “Batong Lumayag” (sailing stone) for it appeared to be floating or sailing during high tide. Officially, this is called Mi Retiro Rock for it was here where Rizal wrote his longest poem, “Mi Retiro”, which was composed of 24 stanzas. Presently, it is within an artificial lagoon.
Dapitan AquaMarine Park
Fresh air, trees swaying in the beat of the wind, sight of a majestic mountain nearby, fishponds around and a wide river beside it. All these would greet the visitors at the Dapitan Aquamarine Park (DAMPA) where they could commune with the nature and see the beauty of God’s creation.
There are several dining structures including a rest house made of indigenous materials and set under the mangrove trees which serve crustaceans dishes like crabs, prawns and brackish water fishes.
Some tourist like this place because they a fish pond where in you can do some fishing with your friends or your family and have it cook according to their preference.
As added come-on schemes to the services offered is a river cruise along the Dapitan River in flat-bottomed boats which also double as floating restaurants. Further, tourist can also avail of the Sunset Cruise along the Dapitan Bay.
The DaMPa has a very modern restroom with state of the art facilities for the comfort and convenience of their customers.
This newest attraction in Dapitan City is owned by the former Congressman Romeo G. Jalosjos who is now an entrepreneur of several tourism related establishments/facilities in the city.
The Dapitan City Plaza
The plaza which was designed, develop and beautified by Dr. Jose P. Rizal with the assistance of Governandor Ricardo Carnicero during his stay in Dapitan. He planned to make it comparable with the one he saw during his journey to Europe. Rizal provided the lighting system around the area (tree trunks with coconut oil lamps). The development was placed in September 1892.
The Rizal's Landing Site
The site where Rizal disembarked from the steamer “S.S. Cebu” located at Santa Cruz Beach. In 1565 with the arrival of Miguel Lopez de Legaspi, a 20 feet cross was erected to symbolize the propagation of Christianity in the area. Dr. Jose P. Rizal landed 7:00 o’clock P.M. on July 17, 1892 to begin the life of an exile in Dapitan. With Captain Delgras and three artillery men, they walked through Sta. Cruz Street with a “Farol de Combate” to the Casa Real where he was presented to Don Ricardo Carnicero, Spanish Military Governor of the District.
Fantasyland in Gloria de Dapitan
The 200 million-peso amusement park in Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte. Called Gloria’s Fantasyland, the amusement park promises children fun and excitement. The first and only amusement park in Visayas and Mindanao. Composed of 20 major rides, like the choco-cup ride, the midi-flume ride, the carousel, the swinger, the Apollo, the minitrain, a giant roller coaster, and interactive rides. The amusement park was inaugurated by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo last Ma 29, 2009. One of the attractions during the opening was the live 2-hour telecast of EAT BULAGA inside the Fantasyland grounds.
The Ampitheatre
An open-air auditorium with a seating capacity of 500 which was constructed beyond the Mi Retiro Rock.
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