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The bride’s room in the Davao Philippines Temple

The bride’s room in the Davao Philippines Temple

Davao Philippines Temple Overview Published by LDS Temple News

  • Address: Ma-A Road and Anahaw Rd, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Philippines
  • Announcement Date: October 7, 2018, by President Russell M. Nelson during the 188th General Conference.
  • Groundbreaking: November 14, 2020, by Elder Taniela B. Wakolo, who emphasized the Lord’s guidance in preparing the nation for the gospel and temple blessings.

Davao Philippines Temple Key Details

  • Public Open House: March 26 – April 10, 2026
  • Dedication Date: May 3, 2026, by Apostle Dale G. Renlund
  • Size:
  • Land Area: 2.7 acres
  • Building size: 18,450 square feet
  • Height: 122 feet 4 inches
  • Elevation: 68 feet

Davao Philippines Temple Architectural Features by LDS Temple News

  • Design: Single attached end tower
  • Rooms:
  • 2 Instruction Rooms
  • 2 Sealing Rooms
  • Baptistry
  • Exterior: Clad stone with a fiberglass resin dome
  • Interior Design:
  • Color palette inspired by tropical flowers (purples, greens, pinks)
  • Crystal lighting fixtures with brass bases
  • Doors made of African mahogany with brass hardware
  • Much of the wood throughout the temple is African mahogany

Davao Philippines Temple Additional Information by LDS Temple News

  • The temple will be built alongside a new meeting house to accommodate patrons traveling long distances and housing for the Temple Presidency.
  • A rendering of the temple was released to the public on September 8, 2020.

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