Dumaguete is the largest city in Negros Oriental, in the southern Philippines. Nicknamed “The City of Gentle People” because of its kind-hearted locals, Dumaguete is a peaceful coastal community listed as one of the "7 Best Places to Retire Around the World" by Forbes Magazine. 

 

Also known as a University town because it houses four universities and several colleges in the city, Dumaguete is a center for education not just for Visayas but students from Mindanao too. In fact, a big part of the 130,000 population of the city are students.

 

Silliman University is the city's foremost educational institution and the oldest American private university in the country. It has made significant contributions to Philippine history earning it a National Landmark distinction in 2002.

 

Aside from visiting the university, there are a multitude of activities to do in Dumaguete especially if you want to immerse in nature, such as dolphin-watching in Bais and diving in Apo Island. 

 

Dumaguete is likewise the cultural hub of Negros where many artists, writers, and performers converge, giving the city a unique cosmopolitan lifestyle with a small-town charm.

 

Planning a trip to Dumaguete? Take note of these Dumaguete tourist spots and unique things to do to add to your itinerary: