Dalat

Dalat is located in Lam Dong province, approximately 125 miles northeast of Ho Chi Minh City, at an elevation of 1,500 m. Founded by the French colonial administration in 1912, Dalat was once called Le Petit Paris and was established as a place to retreat to from Saigon during the hot season.

The French traders who settled here built large European-style villas and many of these villas have survived the Vietnam War undamaged giving the town a unique appearance. The colonial architecture combined with the stunning natural backdrop of forests, waterfalls and lakes make Dalat one of Vietnam’s most beautiful towns.

As well as the town itself the Central Highlands, where Dalat lies, offer opportunities to meet the ethnic minorities and trek through some stunning landscapes.