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Datanla Waterfalls

Datanla Waterfalls are among the city's primary attractions for locals and tourists. It is a combination of seven majestic waterfalls surrounded by pine forests. Apart from trekking to the falls, you can enjoy the alpine slide ride (roller coaster), which is the main highlight of Datanla. On reaching the falls, you can enjoy cliff jumping, canyoning, kayaking, high rope course and cable car ride. 3 km away from the pine-studded Prenn Falls, Datanla Waterfalls are situated to the south of town and consist of 7 strata. The top draw is undoubtedly the toboggan-like ride that begins from the car park and goes all the way up to the falls themselves. Adventure seekers must surely try this! Cable cars are also available for going up and down as there is quite a distance between the car park and the main falls. Read More

Elephant Falls, also known as Lieng Rewoa Waterfall, is a great day trip from Dalat. The falls are named after the rock they cascade from, which resembles the head of an elephant. To visit the falls, hike down a narrow path that is slightly treacherous but worth the risk. You can also find your way to the back of the falls through a narrow ravine and a cave. The intermittent shower for the waterfall makes the adventure more thrilling! The name Lieng Rewoa Waterfall which is from the K'ho ethnic language means Elephant Waterfall. The place is very peaceful and relaxing as it is far away from the main city. It lies in Nam Ha Village where Linh An Tu Pagoda is also located. The falls although quite off-the-beaten-track offer stunning vistas that are worth capturing in your lenses. The best part about visiting these is that it is one of those places that allows you to get up, close and personal with the water showers. However, be careful as the stone steps descending down to the falls are quite slippery and railing support is minimal. Read More

Also known as Than Tho Lake, the Lake of Sighs is believed to be named after the tale of two lovers, one of whom committed suicide here because the other was called to serve in the army. Today, it is a popular destination for couples and fishing enthusiasts. You can indulge in boat rides along the lake in quaint swan-shaped boats.

Linh Phuoc Pagoda is one of the most famous temples in Vietnam. It is famous for housing the tallest bell tower of its kind, which stands at a height of 47 meters. The vibrant central hall of the temple is adorned with murals depicting the story of Gautam Buddha. Climb to the second floor of the pagoda for a stunning panoramic view. At the end of Trai Mat Street lies the beautiful Linh Phuoc Pagoda. Flaunting the tallest bell tower in Vietnam, the campus is surrounded by small lakes and trees. The temple stretches along the length of almost 49-metres and combines glass shards from 12,000 bottles! It is also known as the 'Ve Chai Pagoda'. Read More

Pongour Waterfall is a terraced waterfall and one of the most famous in Lam Dong Province. The mighty 40 meters high and 100-meter-wide waterfall region is celebrated for its huge romantic landscape amidst rich valleys, lakes, springs, and pine hills. Recognized as a national level beauty-spot, it is a famous picnic spot. Water torrents from its source River Da Nhim sturdily falls down on this scenic cascade, flowing through the seven staircases, making this attraction veritable for every age group to visit. Hence, Pongour waterfall is also documented as the Seven cascades. It is pleasant to climb up all the seven levels of this benevolent waterfall and pleasure a bathe in the shallow pools on each tier in a hot humid weather to blow off some steam. Admission fee to this cascade rounds up to VND 10,000 pooled with a well-maintained parking spot, few trinket stalls and snacks outlets around the base of the waterfall. Read More

Prenn Falls are quite a tourist draw in Da Lat and lie about 12 km from the city centre of Da Lat. These falls cascade from a height of 9m and are 20m wide across the stream. There are various fun activities such as ostrich and elephant rides to look forward to. Prenn Falls witness massive tourist inflow throughout the year. Cable car services are also provided, but walking up and down is also great fun. Many domestic visitors can be found here, especially on a holiday or a school picnic. Au Lac Temple is also situated nearby and can be visited in a short time. Read More

Thien Vien Truc Lam is among the three most prominent monasteries in Vietnam. It is located in Lam Dong Province in the Central Highlands, just outside the resort town of Da Lat. This place of worship is nestled amidst green pine forests along Tuyen Lam Lake and is perched atop Phung Hoang (Phoenix) Mountain. Cable services are provided to go up and down the mountain. The Thien Vien is a part of the Truc Lam Yen Tu, a Vietnamese Zen Buddhism line founded by Emperor Tran Nhan Tong, unifying three Zen lines of the 12th century and the Tran Buddhist sect. It sits majestically atop Phuong Hoang Mountain with a bronze cast bell and many Buddha images. Read More

Known as the heart of Da Lat, this manmade lake is a beautiful tourist site and a perfect place to relax. The banana-shaped lake was formed by a dam in 1919 and is named after a Vietnamese poet who was famous for his anti-authoritarian poems. One of the most popular activities that tourists undertake is to circumnavigate the lake's 7km surroundings on a bike or a moped. Xuan Huong Lake lies in the centre of Da Lat and has become a major landmark for other destinations in town. It is a beautiful man-made lake with long peach and willow trees on the borders. Many restaurants and shops have been set up for tourists to enjoy a nice evening in Da Lat eating and appreciating the scenic beauty of this highland town. People enjoy this place in different ways like picnicking, paddling boats, horse riding or cycling. Read More

100 Roof Cafe is a quirky themed bar and cafe, which is a multi-storey building of different areas designed in the form of labyrinths, tunnels, medieval stone walkways, and wooden and funky decor-filled rooms. The top roof area is left open and offers fantastic city views. Locals mostly refer to this bar as Đường Lên Trăng or 'the Way to the Moon'.

Bao Dai Summer Palace was built as a royal residence of King Bao Dai, the last Monarch of the Nguyen dynasty in Vietnam. Built from 1933 to 1939, this European-styled mansion was built amidst the surroundings of the Love Forest and was the summer escape for the King and his family. The home is still maintained as it was in the past and is filled with Bao Dai's furniture, professional items, and other royal family items.