LDS Temple News Shares Davao Philippines Temple Overview

• Address: Ma-A Road and Anahaw Rd, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Philippines
• Announcement: The Davao Philippines Temple was announced by President Russell M. Nelson on October 7, 2018, during the 188th General Conference.
• Groundbreaking: The temple’s groundbreaking and site dedication took place on November 14, 2020, conducted by Elder Taniela B. Wakolo, who highlighted the Lord’s preparation of the land and its people to receive His blessings.

LDS Temple News Shares Davao Philippines Temple Key Milestones

• Open House: March 26 – April 10, 2026
• Dedication: The temple will be dedicated on May 3, 2026 by Apostle Dale G. Renlund.

LDS Temple News Shares Davao Philippines Temple Specifications Declared

• Size:
• Total area: 18,450 square feet
• Height: 122 feet 4 inches
• Built on: 2.7 acres
• Architectural Features:
• Single attached end tower
• Exterior materials: Clad stone with a fiberglass resin dome

LDS Temple News Shares Davao Philippines Temple Interior Design

• Rooms:
• Two instruction rooms
• Two sealing rooms
• Baptistry
• Aesthetic Elements:
• Color inspiration from local tropical flowers, featuring purples, greens, and pinks
• Crystal lighting fixtures with brass bases
• Doors made of African mahogany with brass hardware; extensive use of African mahogany throughout the interior

LDS Temple News Shares Davao Philippines Temple Additional Features

• The temple is designed to accommodate patrons who travel long distances, including housing for temple patrons and the Temple Presidency.
• A rendering of the temple was publicly released on September 8, 2020.