Bankerohan Public Market
Davao
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The lively, fragrant Bankerohan Market is the place to go if you're looking to stock up on fresh produce, sample some local fruit (durian is widely available) or grab a bite at one of the market's street food stalls. Morning (before noon) is the best time to visit.
Shopping
Shopping in Davao is a serious affair and a collection of huge, impressive multi-floored malls that have emerged in recent years proves the point effortlessly. For a fine selection of local and international brand boutiques, visit the Abreeza Mall, and do not skip the Aldevinco Shopping Center for some of the beast deals on "pasalubong" (a Filippino word referring to gifts and souvenirs brought to loved ones from foreign lands). Davao has some fabulous markets, too, where everything from fresh produce to jewellery and crafts can be found. Haggling is acceptable.