Davao Philippines Temple Overview

Davao Philippines Temple Address:

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

Davao Philippines Temple Announcement:

• The Davao Philippines Temple was announced on October 7, 2018, by President Russell M. Nelson during the 188th General Conference.

Davao Philippines Temple Groundbreaking:

• The groundbreaking and site dedication took place on November 14, 2020, conducted by Elder Taniela B. Wakolo, who highlighted the Lord’s influence in preparing the nation and its people for the gospel and temples.

Davao Philippines Temple Public Open House:

• The temple will hold a public open house from March 26 to April 10, 2026.

Davao Philippines Temple Dedication:

• The temple is scheduled to be dedicated on May 3, 2026, by Apostle Dale G. Renlund.

Davao Philippines Temple Architectural Features

• Size: The temple encompasses 18,450 square feet and occupies 2.7 acres.
• Height: It reaches a height of 122 feet 4 inches.
• Elevation: The temple is situated at an elevation of 68 feet.

Davao Philippines Temple Design:

• Features a single attached end tower.
• Interior design includes shades of purples, greens, and pinks inspired by local tropical flowers.
• Equipped with two instruction rooms, two sealing rooms, and a baptistry.

Davao Philippines Temple Materials:

• The exterior is clad in stone with a fiberglass resin dome.
• Interior lighting consists of crystal fixtures with brass bases.
• Doors and much of the woodwork throughout the temple are made of African mahogany, complemented by brass hardware.

Davao Philippines Temple Additional Information

• The Davao Philippines Temple is part of a larger infrastructure that includes a new meeting house and accommodations for temple patrons traveling from afar, as well as housing for the temple presidency.
• The temple rendering was made public on September 8, 2020.