Harvesting potatoes in Da Lat. (Source: VNA) Lam Dong (VNA) - The Central Highlands province of Lam Dong plans to ban non-local agricultural products from sale at Da Lat Agricultural Products Market beginning on September 15. The move came following recent cases in which farm produce imported from China have been disguised by local traders as Da Lat products and sold to other wholesale markets across the country, especially in Ho Chi Minh City. Under the regulation, the Da Lat Agricultural Products Market will only allow trade of agricultural products produced locally and registered with a Da Lat trademark. The market will strictly ban trade of agricultural products grown outside Da Lat, especially potatoes, carrots and garlic imported from China. The market management board will also install four cameras to monitor the implementation of the regulation, according to authorities. Nguyen Van Son, Vice Chairman of the People’s Committee of Da Lat city, … [Read more...] about Sales of non-local farm produce banned at Da Lat market
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Nha Trang-Da Lat route blocked by rock fall
A large rock suddenly fell from a mountain in the central province of Khanh Hoa, blocking the road linking Nha Trang and Da Lat cities. The incident happened on National Highway 27C at Son Thai Commune, Khanh Vinh District on April 26 while it was raining heavily. The rock fall blocks Nha Trang-Da Lat road According to General Department of Vietnam Road, luckily, the fall of the 400-cubic metre rock caused no loss of life. The department has instructed a unit to clear the rock and the work is expected to be quickly completed. The road has around 10 locations which face the latent risk of landslide, which are being fixed. National Highway 27C is 120 kilometres long, connecting Nha Trang and Da Lat and traffic accidents are relatively common. … [Read more...] about Nha Trang-Da Lat route blocked by rock fall
Malaysia’s newspaper hails beauty of Nha Trang
Clear blue skies and cobalt seas at Nha Trang Bay, Vietnam. Nha Trang is an increasingly popular destination in Asia (Source: https://www.star2.com) Blissful beaches Stretching over 6km of powdery white sand, the crescent-shaped Nha Trang Beach overlooks one of the most beautiful bays in the world – Nha Trang Bay – and it is easily accessible by foot from the bustling heart of the city. Stroll along the palm tree-lined promenade, have a picnic on the beach and idle the afternoon away people-watching. Come sunset, retire from the beach and take the lift up to the Skylight Nha Trang. Located on the 45th floor of Havana Hotel, the rooftop bar presents an uninterrupted view of the entire city via the 360° Skydeck and is also home to the tallest lighthouse in Vietnam. Alternatively, set out on a day trip excursion to Da Lat. Nicknamed “The Little Paris”, this charming French-colonial retreat offers a cool respite from the humid weather. Popular with outdoor … [Read more...] about Malaysia’s newspaper hails beauty of Nha Trang
Malaysia’s newspaper hails beauty of Nha Trang city in Vietnam
Clear blue skies and cobalt seas at Nha Trang Bay, Vietnam. Nha Trang is an increasingly popular destination in Asia (Source: https://www.star2.com) Kuala Lumpur (VNA) – The Star, one of the leading newspapers in Malaysia, cited seven reasons to visit Nha Trang, the “underrated pearl” of Vietnam, in an article recently posted on its website. Blissful beaches Stretching over 6km of powdery white sand, the crescent-shaped Nha Trang Beach overlooks one of the most beautiful bays in the world – Nha Trang Bay – and it is easily accessible by foot from the bustling heart of the city. Stroll along the palm tree-lined promenade, have a picnic on the beach and idle the afternoon away people-watching. Come sunset, retire from the beach and take the lift up to the Skylight Nha Trang. Located on the 45th floor of Havana Hotel, the rooftop bar presents an uninterrupted view of the entire city via the 360° Skydeck and is also home to the tallest lighthouse … [Read more...] about Malaysia’s newspaper hails beauty of Nha Trang city in Vietnam
Untold stories of Da Lat – P6: Cherry blossom valley
Two men have been credited with cultivating cherry-like apricot and cherry blossoms typical of northern Vietnam in Da Lat City. >> Untold stories of Da Lat – P5: Billeting army officers’ wives >> Untold stories of Da Lat – P4: The Haunted House on Prenn Pass >> Untold stories of Da Lat – P3: Royal partition >> Untold stories of Da Lat – P2: Stone villa of Nguyen King’s concubine >> Untold stories of Da Lat – P1: Nguyen Dynasty’s trusted retainer Muoi Loi hoa dao (Cherry Blossom) Valley, tucked away at the end of a small alley on Le Hong Phong Street, is a household name among residents and tourists. The arboretum is known for a variety of cherry blossom breeds that are normally found at the famous Nhat Tan Village in Tay Ho District, Hanoi. Nhat Tan Village provides gorgeous sights and yields the flowers for decorative purposes around Tet (Lunar New Year) every year. Da Lat, a charming resort … [Read more...] about Untold stories of Da Lat – P6: Cherry blossom valley