The Hanoitimes - Live and Invest Overseas recently unveiled its annual index of top overseas destinations for retirement—based on affordability, residency options, health care, safety, and lifestyle, among other factors. Da Lat’s house named among world’s 'coolest' buildings Da Lat and Mai Chau among Asia’s travel hotspots and off-the-beaten path alternatives Thailand’s newspaper advises on discovering Da Lat Da Lat, Vietnam has been named among five places you can retire abroad on the cheap, according to a list released by Live and Invest Overseas, a trusted and savvy source for information on international living, retiring abroad, etc. Da Lat, Lam Dong province, Vietnam. Da Lat, a city of about 400,000 people in Central Vietnam’s southern highlands, is a growing tourist destination and an ideal base camp for retirees. It’s known for its mild temperatures, a wonderland of recreational opportunities and French-inspired … [Read more...] about Da Lat among world’s places you can retire abroad on the cheap
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US$50 million sheep wool yarn spinning plant to be built in Da Lat
With total investment of $50 million, the plant will produce 4,000 tons of yarns annually. Half of the amount of yarn will export and the rest for textile production in Vietnam. The plant is a joint venture project between Germany’s Südwolle Group and Lien Phuong Textiles Industry Company, based in HCM City. It is expected to be operated in 2019 and to generate revenue of $100 million a year. Once put into operation, the plant will use imported raw wool to carry out fiber production and then the finished wool yarn from the factory will be shipped to textile companies using sheep wool. A representative of Lien Phuong Company said that because of Ninh Thuan fleece’s low quality, it has no choice but buy fleece from other nations for production; accordingly it plans to build fleece material plant in the central province of Ninh Thuan and other provinces. Visitors to Da Lat town will have a chance to watch the whole process of producing yarns from natural wool.By DOAN … [Read more...] about US$50 million sheep wool yarn spinning plant to be built in Da Lat
Construction of 50-million-USD wool factory begins in Da Lat
The construction of a sheep wool factory kicked off at the Phat Chi industrial complex in Da Lat city of the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on June 15 (Illustrative photo: VNA) Lam Dong (VNA) – The construction of a sheep wool factory kicked off at the Phat Chi industrial complex in Da Lat city of the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong on June 15. The factory, to be built at a cost of 50-million-USD, is a joint project between the German Sudwolle Group and the Ho Chi Minh City-based Lien Phuong Textile and Garment Corporation. Covering a total area of more than 61,000 square metres, it is estimated to produce about 4,000 tonnes of wool per year for domestic consumption and exports. Upon its operation in April 2019, the factory will use imported materials to produce wool. Vietnam currently has 50 garment facilities using wool, with most of them using materials imported from Australia. The factory is expected to generate revenue of more than 100 million USD per … [Read more...] about Construction of 50-million-USD wool factory begins in Da Lat
Art shows in Da Lat in summer
The art show in Da Lat (Source: baolamdong.vn)Shows are held to mark the 70th anniversary President Ho Chi Minh’s Appeal for Patriotic Emulation (June 11th), the 71st anniversary of Martyrs and Fallen Soldiers’ Day (July 27th) and to create a cheerful atmosphere. Shows of traditional musical instruments such as gongs, stone musical instruments and folk performances took place on June 1st and 2nd at Lam Vien Square.They are among 17 art shows on Friday and Saturday evenings, thus enriching the cultural and spiritual life of the people and tourists to Da Lat city - Vietnam’s flower festival city./. Compiled by BTA … [Read more...] about Art shows in Da Lat in summer
Grab a taste of Da Lat in the heart of Saigon with 3 signature dishes
By Di Vy  May 17, 2018 | 02:12 pm GMT+7 Discover street food from the 'city of love' in Vietnam's southern metropolis. Meatball soup with bread A portion of meatball soup with bread that can be found in Saigon. Photos by Di Vy Bread served with meatball soup is a popular breakfast in the Central Highlands' Da Lat. You can also find it in Saigon, where the meatballs are smaller. The broth is made from ribs and chili powder. A bite of the tender meat and crispy bread is the perfect choice on rainy days. Expect to pay VND25,000 ($1) for a bowl. Banh can – Da Lat’s savory mini pancakes Rice pancakes "banh can" with mango strips on top. This signature dish from Da Lat has been modified to fit the tastes of Saigon. The traditional mini pancakes are filled with shrimp and pork, and served with chili fish sauce. A restaurant in District 7 has come up with two alternative sauces for banh can. A sweet and savory fish sauce with chili and garlic, … [Read more...] about Grab a taste of Da Lat in the heart of Saigon with 3 signature dishes