Davao Philippines Temple

Addressstated for the Davao Philipines Temple:
Ma-A Road And Anahaw Rd,
Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Philippines

Announcement and Groundbreaking stated for the Davao Philipines Temple:

• Announced: October 7, 2018, by Prophet Russell M. Nelson during the 188th General Conference.
• Groundbreaking: November 14, 2020, led by Elder Taniela B. Wakolo, who remarked on how the Lord has prepared the land and people of the Philippines to receive gospel blessings.

Public Access and Dedication stated for the Davao Philipines Temple:

• Public Open House: March 26 – April 10, 2026.
• Dedication: May 3, 2026, by Apostle Dale G. Renlund.

Temple Specifications stated for the Davao Philipines Temple:

• Size: 18,450 square feet.
• Site Area: 2.7 acres.
• Building Height: 122 feet 4 inches.
• Elevation: 68 feet.

Architectural Features stated for the Davao Philipines Temple:

• Design: Includes a single attached end tower.
• Rooms: Two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and a baptistry.
• Exterior: Clad in stone with a fiberglass resin dome.
• Interior Design: Inspired by the region’s indigenous tropical flowers featuring hues of purple, green, and pink.
• Lighting: Crystal fixtures with brass bases.
• Materials: All interior doors made of African mahogany, with additional wood features throughout.

Additional Info stated for the Davao Philipines Temple:

• The temple is located in the same parking lot as a new meeting house, providing accommodations for patrons traveling from afar and for the temple presidency.
• The temple’s rendering was publicly released on September 8, 2020.

This temple will serve as a vital spiritual center for the Latter-day Saints in the region.