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Dalat is located in Lam Dong province,
approximately 200 km 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 2,165 m 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.
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