Amid the steady rhythm of urban life, D’ Family Park in Barangay Talamban continues to offer a rare sanctuary where towering trees, open green spaces, and fresh air provide a welcome respite from the city’s bustling streets.
On Tuesday afternoon, August 4, families spread picnic mats beneath the shade of mature trees, children filled the playground with laughter, and joggers followed winding pathways through the park’s verdant landscape—scenes that have become a familiar sight at one of Cebu City’s most cherished public destinations.
Managed by the Metropolitan Cebu Water District (MCWD), the 20-hectare park is more than a recreational facility. It stands as a testament to the agency’s long-standing commitment to environmental stewardship and watershed conservation.
Originally established in the early 1990s within the Lusaran Watershed Reservation, D’ Family Park was envisioned as an extension of MCWD’s reforestation and watershed protection program. The initiative sought not only to safeguard the forested areas that help sustain Metro Cebu’s water supply but also to cultivate public appreciation for the vital role of watersheds through responsible ecotourism and outdoor recreation.
Over the decades, the park has evolved into a beloved destination for generations of Cebuanos. Its swimming pools, picnic cottages, playgrounds, jogging trails, and expansive open grounds have made it an accessible retreat where families, students, and fitness enthusiasts can reconnect with nature without venturing far from the city.
Beyond its recreational appeal, D’ Family Park serves as a living reminder that urban development and environmental conservation can coexist. As Cebu continues to expand, the park remains one of the city’s enduring green lungs—offering not only leisure and relaxation but also an opportunity to appreciate the natural ecosystems that sustain everyday life.
In an increasingly urbanized landscape, D’ Family Park continues to prove that some of the city’s greatest treasures are not found in towering skylines, but in the quiet spaces where nature still thrives.
Photo by Jacq Hernandez, Proud Bisaya Bai Photojournalist
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