One short day

Final stop: The Big House – A Heritage Home

To wrap up our short but full day, we headed to The Big House: A Heritage Home. This charming place captures the soul of Davao’s past. 

While waiting for our food, I gave Pau a mini tour and showed her one of the empty rooms. I showed her antiques that my grandparents have acquired and regaled her with stories of the place.

We indulged in their signature halo-halo, local coffee, and a must-try: the durian turon. It was the perfect sweet ending to our day. I would highly recommend the durian turon. The durian came from my farm so it is 100% local. 

Oh, I also had her taste our new Kombucha, we brewed it ourselves.

Soon after, Pau had to meet up with her sister. So our day ended. That evening, she messaged me to thank me for the best Davao experience — even if it was just one short day. That made my heart full.

But here’s what I want to leave you with — this tour wasn’t just for Pau. These aren’t places meant only for visitors. These are living spaces of heritage, knowledge, and community. I meet my local friends at the library. I write in cafés tucked inside historical homes. I walk museum halls to remind myself of who we are.

We should visit them, too.

Treasure our history. Celebrate our stories. Support our spaces of learning.

Even if it’s just for one short day.