Davao Philippines Temple Overview

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Location: Ma-A Road and Anahaw Rd, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Philippines

Davao Philippines Temple Announcements and Groundbreaking that LDS Temple News will delve into

• Announcement Date: October 7, 2018
• Prophecy by President Russell M. Nelson during the 188th General Conference.
• Groundbreaking: November 14, 2020
• Conducted by Elder Taniela B. Wakolo.
• Quote: “It never ceases to amaze me how the hand of the Lord has been over this nation…”

Davao Philippines Temple Public Open House and Dedication that LDS Temple News will delve into

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

Davao Philippines Temple Architectural Features that LDS Temple News will delve into

• Size: 18,450 square feet
• Site Area: 2.7 acres
• Height: 122 feet 4 inches
• Elevation: 68 feet
• Design:
• Single attached end tower
• Features two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and a baptistry.

Davao Philippines Temple Construction Details that LDS Temple News will delve into

• Exterior: Clad in stone with a fiberglass resin dome.
• Interior Design:
• Color palette inspired by indigenous tropical flowers (purples, greens, and pinks).
• Lighting features crystal fixtures with brass bases.
• Doors and much of the wood throughout the temple are made of African mahogany with brass hardware.

Davao Philippines Temple Additional Facilities that LDS Temple News will delve into

• Located in the same parking lot as a new meeting house.
• Provides accommodation for temple patrons traveling from afar and housing for the temple presidency.

Davao Philippines Temple Visual Representation that LDS Temple News will Delve into

• Rendering of the temple was released on September 8, 2020.

This temple will serve as a significant spiritual landmark in Davao, enriching the local community with its architectural beauty and spiritual significance.