Yet when you ask common people in Cagayan de Oro whether they feel safe, you get a unanimous yes. Cagayan de Oro is not the only city with a claim to safety despite being on Mindanao. Most of the 104,000-square-kilometer (40,360-square mile) island is safe from rebel bombings and kidnappings.

Is Cagayan de Oro safe for foreigners?

It is only a minority of Mindanao that is unsafe for foreigners. Cagayan de Oro City, Davao City, General Santos City and I gather both Iligan City and Zamboanga City are safe for visitors of any nationality.

Why is Cagayan de Oro city of golden friendship?

Cagayan de Oro is also called the City of Golden Friendship because of the warm welcoming smiles and the utmost hospitality of the locals. There are many things to do and experience in this city, such as the popular white water rafting and the countrys biggest waterpark: Seven Seas Waterpark and Resort.