Xuan Huong Lake is widely regarded as a symbol of the dreamy city of Da Lat. Its poetic and enchanting scenery attracts visitors.
Overview of Xuan Huong Lake
Xuan Huong Lake is a beautiful lake in Xuan Huong Ward, Da Lat, which was once the city center. It is an artificial lake with a circumference of approximately 5 km and a surface area of 25 hectares. Shaped like a crescent moon, it stretches over 2 km and passes through several tourist attractions in Da Lat, including the City Flower Garden, Yersin Park, Cu Hill, and Lam Vien Square. Around the lake are pine forests, lawns, and flower gardens. This is a favorite spot for tourists to stroll or take a horse-drawn carriage ride when visiting Da Lat.
A view of Xuan Huong Lake
The lake is considered the heart of Da Lat, a famous landmark and a highly attractive tourist destination, adding unique charm to the City. On the lake’s shore are Thuy Ta and Thanh Thuy restaurants, ideal places for visitors to enjoy local cuisine while admiring the sunset.
Interesting activities around Xuan Huong Lake
Da Lat’s Xuan Huong Lake attracts visitors not only for its natural, picturesque beauty but also for a range of engaging activities. Below are some activities you should experience when visiting this lake.
Admiring the beauty of the lake
Drinking coffee and admiring Xuan Huong Lake in the morning, or enjoying snacks and taking in the lake’s beauty in the evening, is a popular activity among tourists. With the cool air of Da Lat, visitors can enjoy a cup of coffee or hot milk and take in the city’s dreamy beauty.
Especially at sunrise in Da Lat, temperatures are low, and fog sometimes covers the entire city. On Xuan Huong Lake, mist hangs in the air, the pine trees standing silently in the hazy atmosphere. Dew clings to each flower, sparkling in the first rays of the morning sun. Sitting by the tranquil lake, breathing in the cool air, and enjoying the peace and serenity within your soul is certainly a wonderful way to start the day in this misty city.
Turn around Xuan Huong Lake by horse-drawn carriage or tandem bicycle
The shores of Xuan Huong Lake are wide and shaded. Visitors can choose to ride in horse-drawn carriages or rent tandem bicycles to explore the lake’s sides.
The price for a horse-drawn carriage is around 300,000 VND per trip, suitable for groups of 4 to 5 family members. The price for renting a bicycle ranges from 30,000 VND to 50,000 VND per bike.
You should choose the afternoon, around 4-5 PM, when the weather is pleasant, the sun has set, and it’s crowded with tourists. The cool air and romantic, winding roads will surely delight you.
Picnic by Xuan Huong Lake
The shores of Xuan Huong Lake are lush, expansive green lawns. Therefore, groups often organize picnics with friends and family. Furthermore, you can even camp overnight and enjoy the sparkling nighttime scenery.
However, visitors should remember to protect the environment and avoid littering to preserve this place’s beauty.
Duck paddle boat
Paddle boat isn’t a particularly new activity, but it’s something tourists should experience when visiting Xuan Huong Lake. If you love exploring the beauty of nature with fun activities, then you should definitely try this.
Head to the boat dock at the intersection of Tran Quoc Toan and Dinh Tien Hoang streets to rent a duck paddle boat and begin your experience. The rental price for a boat ranges from 50,000 to 100,000 VND per trip, depending on the number of people and the duration of use. Visitors can paddle their own boats, cruising and admiring the lake’s beautiful scenery and surroundings.
Source: collected by An
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