In recent years, thousands of Mai Anh Dao trees have been relocated around Xuan Huong Lake and many other roads in the city, gradually creating a charming “Mai Anh Dao space”. The pink colour of this flower has stirred amazement and passion in many travelers. In the spring, Mai Anh Dao blooms throughout the streets. From inner streets of Tran Hung Dao, Hung Vuong, Le Dai Hanh, Ho Tung Mau and around the Xuan Huong Lake, to suburb area such as Trai Mat, Xuan Tho, Xuan Truong and the roads around Tuyen Lam Lake's national tourist area, visitors can enjoy the beauty of the five-petaled pink flower. It can be said that Mai Anh Dao cherry blossom is the "specialty" of the Da Lat city in the spring. … [Read more...] about Cherry blossoms brighten Da Lat city
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Vegetation fire occurs along Prenn Pass near Da Lat city
The long- lasting fire caused difficult travelling for all vehicles through Prenn Pass. By the evening, the fire still continued to grow and spread rapidly to the neighboring areas. Amid the bad situation, Lam Dong province mobilized firefighters, foresters, night-watchmen and local people to prevent the fire. Besides that, the firefighters blocked the Prenn Pass, and instructed vehicles travelling through Mimosa Pass, D’Ran Pass. Accordingly, the Lam Dong Province’s Agricultural and Rural Development Department banned the burning of forest before the Lunar New Year. Currently the cause of vegetation fire is being investigated. BY DOAN KIEN- Translated by Huyen Huong Tags: Vegetation fire along Prenn Pass near Da Lat city … [Read more...] about Vegetation fire occurs along Prenn Pass near Da Lat city
View the white sunflowers unique to Da Lat city
The white sunflower can be seen being grown in the gardens of Da Lat’s residents. These unique flowers are instantly recognizable with many visitors taking the opportunity to take selfie photos. White sunflowers are meticulously taken care of in the garden of Mr Doan Van Chinh, 52, who is currently residing in Hung Vuong street, district 10, Da Lat city. These flowers are only in bloom for one month of the year, between November to December. The white sunflower enjoys a longer lifespan than the yellow sunflowers. After fading, these flowers still continue developing, especially during the rainy season. A man takes a close up shot of a white sunflower. The white sunflower can be seen being grown in the gardens of Da Lat’s residents. These unique flowers are instantly recognizable with many visitors taking the opportunity to take selfie photos. White sunflowers are meticulously taken care of in the garden of Mr Doan Van Chinh, 52, who is currently … [Read more...] about View the white sunflowers unique to Da Lat city
Japanese cherry tree planting ceremony held in Da Lat City
125 Japanese cherry trees donated by the Himeji Flower Auction Co., Ltd of Japan were planted in Da Lat City’s Flower Park. The event aims to mark the 125th founding anniversary of Da Lat city and the 45th anniversary of Vietnam-Japan diplomatic ties. Director of the Himeji Flower Auction Co., Ltd, Eiichi Shibayama said the company had working sessions with Da Lat’s government 3 years ago to choose the type of cherry blossom tree which is suitable for the weather conditions in the resort town. Cherry trees in the area are expected to become a tourist attraction drawing a large number of visitors to admire the beautiful cherry blossoms. Da Lat's leaders and Himeji's representatives attend the Japanese cherry tree planting ceremony. By DOAN KIEN - Translated by Kim Khanh … [Read more...] about Japanese cherry tree planting ceremony held in Da Lat City
Japanese cherry trees planted in Da Lat city
Up to 125 Japanese cherry (sakura) trees planted in Da Lat city (Source: VNA) Lam Dong (VNA) – Up to 125 Japanese cherry (sakura) trees were planted in Da Lat city in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on November 21. The trees are the gift from the Himeji Flower Auction Co., Ltd of Japan on the occasion of the 125th founding anniversary of Da Lat city that is famed for its four-season-in-a-day climate and floriculture. Among these trees, 100 were planted on International Hill in Da Lat City Flower Park, while the remaining grown at Muoi Loi garden which belongs to a renowned floricultural artisan in the city. Chairman of the Da Lat People’s Committee Ton Thien San said that the local authorities have coordinated with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Japanese company in carrying out a project to popularise the use of Japanese technologies for the development of high-quality flower production areas through the modernisation of nursery … [Read more...] about Japanese cherry trees planted in Da Lat city