Dalat, City of a Thousand Flowers in Vietnam
Halong Bay and Hoi An are the favorites of tourists in Vietnam. The Dalat Highlands are not well known. However, the beauty of this place has become a favorite of French tourists. The city which is known as the eternal spring city has a cool mountain temperature.
Da Lat is the capital city of Lam Dong province which is 1500 meters above sea level, and is one of the coolest cities in Vietnam.
During the Second World War, Da Lat became the capital of the Indochina Federation.
Da Lat City has many interesting tourist destinations. Although not very popular, this city is a special attraction for travelers from all over the world to have a vacation to Vietnam.
What are some highly recommended tourist spots to visit in Da Lat? Here is a list.
Elephant Falls
Named Elephant Falls because of a giant rock that resembles the head of an elephant. Located in Ban Nam village, about 30 kilometers from downtown Da Lat, this waterfall is one of the most beautiful natural attractions among other waterfalls in Vietnam.
To go to the waterfall, you have to pass through a steep and quite difficult rocky path. However, all of that will pay off when you get there.
Elephant Falls also has a mainstay photo spot that is perfect for nature lovers.
Crazy House
For those of you who like unique and quirky things, Crazy House is the right choice when visiting Da Lat, Vietnam. The inn, which was built since 1990, has successfully amazed everyone who visited it.
This is because the architecture is very complicated and resembles the world of the sea, making the atmosphere of this place similar to a fairy tale. The buildings were designed by Dang Viet Nga, who is also an owner and architect in Vietnam.
Linh Phuoc Pagoda
Linh Phuoc Pagoda is a Buddhist temple that was completed in 1952. This pagoda is known as the Pagoda of shards of glass, this is because of the 49-meter-long dragon head at the entrance made of 12,000 glass bottles.
Besides seeing its unique and beautiful architecture, tourists can enter this Pagoda and write three wishes on a yellow paper. The paper is then affixed to the bell which is then rung three times so that their prayers are accomplished.
Valley of Love
As the name implies, this place is perfect for you to visit with loved ones while on vacation to Da Lat Vietnam. Valley of Love is a park built in 1903. Valley of Love is located about 6 kilometers north of downtown Da Lat.
You will be treated to green hills around the lake which is covered by a beautiful pine forest. In addition, there is a gold statue depicting a pair of hands exchanging rings, which of course will add to the romantic impression of the 242-hectare valley.
Lam Vien Square
Lam Vien Square is a well-known area in the center of Da Lat, Vietnam, which has many interesting buildings. Lam Vien Square is known as a place for thousands of flowers, this square is one of the main attractions for tourists to visit this city.
Several international festivals are also often held at Lam Vien Square. It's no wonder that Lam Vien Square is now one of the most important tourist icons in Da Lat.
Da Lat is indeed not as popular as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh, which are always coveted by tourists. However, with a variety of cool destinations available, this city could be your next destination when you are on vacation in Vietnam.
If you are planning to go to Dalat, you can choose to use land or air. Flights using the airline Vietnamairlines from Ho Chi Min City to Dalat lasts for 2 times. 9:50 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
If you choose the bus as your transportation to Dalat from Ho Chi Min City, you can use the Phuong Trang Company. Bus ticket booking is done here.
The trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat takes around 7 hours. However, the long journey will pay off because you will be presented with a view of the green hills and pine forests.
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