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Dalat City
Area: 390.5 sq. km
Population: 130,000 habitants (2001)
Administrative divisions:
- Wards: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11,
12
- Communes: Xuan Tho, Xuan Truong, Ta Nung
Ethnic groups: M’nong, Ma, K'Ho...
Dalat, capital of Lam Dong Province, is
located approximately 308km northeast of
Ho Chi Minh City. At an elevation of
1,500 m, Dalat bears the look of an Old
French city. It was founded in 1897 when
Doctor Alexandre Yersin recommended that
the area be developed as a resort town.
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.
