Hello Hive! How are you doing today? I hope everyone is doing well. I would like to show the modern structures and beautiful atmosphere of Sands Danao, which is located on the heart of Danao City, Cebu Philippines.
The city is two hours’ drive from home. It is the nearest city to the barangay I lived. I went to the place once a month or every two months to do groceries.
When it was my first time visiting the place, I was really amazed by the architectural design of the buildings or structures in the area.
On the corner where the bus dropped the passengers from the northern town of Cebu, there is a monument on the aisle surrounded with trimmed grasses and ornamental plants. A golden statue of a woman sitting on a chair. I was so curious who she was and the story behind the monument. But I was not able to have a chance to know more about it.
On the opposite side, there is a white building with a blue glass window. The design of the building looks very simple yet elegant and neat. The building’s minimalist design draws my attention.
When I crossed the highway, there was a small waiting shed with a unique triangular shape. It is the bus stop and the loading and unloading area for the passengers from Cebu City and for passengers going to the Northern part of Cebu.
I really don’t know much about Danao City because every time I went to the place, I was always in a hurry and just directly went to Metro Gaisano Department Store to do groceries and then go home. However, on that day, I decided to take a walk and explore the area.
On the right side of the unique trilateral design bus stop is the Sands Gateway Mall. It is a one-story shopping center located beside the Port bound to Camotes Island.
There is also Jollibee on the left side entrance and exit gate of the Port. The exterior design of the fast-food chain is new and modern with a dominant red color.
When I went to the seaside area of Sands Gateway Mall, I was overwhelmed by the different miniatures of the famous landmarks from the different countries.
The legendary Statue of Liberty in United State of America. The famous Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy. The fabulous Taj Mahal in India, and the great Eiffel Tower in Paris, France.
The ambiance on the seaside part of the shopping mall is energizing due to the trees and gardens in the area as well as the relishing fresh air from the ocean.
Afterwards, I walk to Metro Gaisano Department Store to buy groceries. It is located on the left side of Sands Gateway Mall.
The three-story department store has a neutral color with pastel light and dark gray shades that looks chic and classy. The rough texture of the wall and the glass terrace railing is so stylish and trendy.
The architecture and overall appearance of the structure around Sands Danao is ideal for the weather conditions of my country. I believe that in every architectural design around the world, there are brilliant visions and excellent stories behind it. That would be all. Thank you for taking time to read my blog. Take care 😊