Dalat Tourist Attractions

Dalat has many natural and artificial lakes such as Ho Xuan Huong, Than Tho, Da Thien, and Tuyen Lam bordered by lines of pine trees, which are a well-known feature of Dalat. A trip to Dalat is not complete until one goes to the Dalat Flower Gardens.

The temperate climate of Dalat is suitable for flowers such as orchids, roses, lilies, and camellias. Nowadays, tourists not only limit themselves to Dalat; they also visit the area of Langbian Highland and the ethnic minorities. Langbian Mountain's highest peak at 2,165m is very tempting for climbers. From Lom Bieng Klo peak, one can see endless green mountains reflecting the silver rays of the sun. Many tours are organized in the area, including parachuting and climbing.

Some of Attractions in Dalat City:

Valley of Love in Dalat City
Location: About 5km north of the centre of Dalat City.
Characteristics: The beauty of the valley has become more poetic and seductive for travelers and lovers.

Valley of Love ringed by hilly slopes covered with pine forest. Under King Bao Dai, the valley was called Hoa Binh (Peace) and then its name was changed to the Valley of Love. In 1972, Da Thien Lake was created in the valley and thanks to this enhancement, the beauty of the valley has become more poetic and seductive for travelers and lovers.

Prenn Falls in Dalat City 
Location: Prenn Falls is located at the foot of the Prenn Pass; 10km from the center of Dalat City.
Characteristics: This is a famous waterfall. The foot of the falls is a small valley covered with flowers and pine trees.
 
The 10km long pass is on the National Highway No.20 from Dalat to Ho Chi Minh City. The famous waterfall is located approximately 100m from the road. As you approach the falls, you will be able to notice the subtle change in temperature brought by the mist from the water falling from a height of 10m. The foot of the falls is a small valley covered with flowers and pine trees. The cascading water falls down over a small bridge that crosses the small lake.

 Xuan Huong Lake in Dalat City
Location: Xuan Huong Lake is located in the centre of Dalat City.
Characteristics: Xuan Huong is a very beautiful lake. The surface of the lake is as smooth as glass reflecting the shadows of pine-trees which sing in the wind all day and night.  View more...
 
Linh Son Pagoda in Dalat City
Location: Linh Son Pagoda is located on Nguyen Van Troi St., on a hill overlooking the centre of Dalat City, Lam Dong Province.
Characteristics: The pagoda is office of the Buddhism Managing Committee of Lam Dong Province.
 
The pagoda has been managed by a succession of monks. The present monk, Thich Tu Man, has been residing in the pagoda since 1964. In the middle altar, there is a 1,250kg bronze statue of Sakyamuni Buddha cast in 1952. In addition, there is a room in the pagoda where Buddhist books and souvenirs are sold.

Truc Lam Buddhist Pagoda in Dalat City
Location: Truc Lam Buddhist Pagoda is located on Phuong Hoang Mountain, by Tuyen Lam Lake in Ward 3, Dalat City, Lam Dong Province.
Characteristics: Truc Lam Buddhist Pagoda is located amidst beautiful natural scenery. This is the biggest pagoda in Dalat City.
 
The pagoda is covering an area of about 24ha with a Buddhist institute and a 22ha garden.The pagoda was inaugurated in 1994. The Bonze Superior Thich Thanh Tu, who built and still manages this pagoda, is also the Buddhist dignitary of Thuong Chieu Buddhist Pagoda in Dong Nai. 

Dalat Cathedral in Dalat City
Location: Dalat Cathedral is located on Tran Phu Road, near the Dalat Novotel Hotel, Dalat City, Lam Dong Province.
Characteristics: The cathedral looks like a European cathedral from the Middle Ages with its many stained glass windows and 47m tower.
 
The cathedral was built between 1931 and 1942. This cathedral was used by the French and other Europeans who used to live in Dalat or to spend holiday there. Masses are held from Monday to Saturday at 5.30am and 5.15pm, and Sunday at 5.30am, 7am, and 4pm.

Lake of Sighs in Dalat City
Location: This natural lake situated on top of a hill covered with pine trees, 6km east of Dalat City, Lam Dong Province.
Characteristics: The sounds from the forest resemble the sighing of an invisible man. The lake has been surrounded by many stories and legends with sorrowful endings in which the heroine drowns in the lake to keep her true love forever.

The lake has a vast and calm surface. Standing on the edge of the lake, a small path running towards the forest can be seen. 

Dalat Palace Golf Club
Location: The golf course is located in the centre of Dalat City, Lam Dong Province.
Characteristics: This is an 18-hole golf course with international technical standards.

The Dalat Palace Golf Club is a golf retreat that soothes the senses, invigorates the body and calms the mind. Since the opening of Dalat Palace Golf Club in 1922, it has hosted golfers from around the world.  View more...

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