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Amidst a sea of flowers showcasing their colors, the golden hue of wild sunflowers on distant hills illuminates Dalat with a radiant charm. In the early days of autumn, the golden sunlight adds a gentle and lush allure to these flowers. This is when the wild sunflowers of Dalat are at their most beautiful in the year. Travelers will easily encounter fields of flowers overflowing with vibrant yellow hues amidst the morning mist. When here, you can check-in at the most beautiful routes and hills of wild sunflowers.
Where do wild sunflowers bloom most in Dalat?
Wild sunflowers in Dalat are one of the common wildflower species found in the forests of the Central Highlands and Northwest Mountains. However, it is only in Dalat that wild sunflowers truly display their radiant beauty. These flowers often stretch across various routes, hillsides, and flower gardens in the misty city.
The Legend of the Wild Sunflower
The legend of the wild sunflower tells a touching love story of a young couple, K’lang and H’limh. While deeply in love and enjoying a happy marriage, tragedy struck. During a hunting trip, K’lang was captured and brutally tortured by the cruel LaSiêng tribe. Upon hearing the dreadful news, H’limh used her own body as a shield to protect him from the sharp spears thrusting down upon him.
Wild sunflowers are intertwined with a poignant tale of sacrifice by a woman for her beloved (Image Source: Collection)
That night, she could not survive. Where she fell, beautiful faded yellow wild sunflowers bloomed. Despite their delicate and fragile petals, they possess incredibly strong vitality.
The Significance of Wild Sunflowers in Dalat
From this touching story, the wild sunflower of Dalat becomes a symbol of steadfast and enduring love. Additionally, this flower represents strong resilience and perseverance, thriving even in storms and scorching sun.
Thus, the wild sunflower embodies fragile yet sincere and loyal love. If a lucky man receives a wild sunflower from a woman, it can be interpreted as her silent affection towards him.
The Origin of Wild Sunflowers
The Origin of Wild Sunflowers
Wild sunflowers originate from the Central American region or Mexico. These flowers were introduced to Dalat, Vietnam by the French colonialists and cultivated in plantations. Thanks to the favorable climate of the land of thousands of flowers, wild sunflowers thrive excellently. With their vibrant and vigorous beauty, these flowers have become an indispensable symbol of the city.
Wild sunflowers are a unique blend of pure daisy-like flowers and the radiant yellow of sunflowers (Image Source: Collection)
When Do Wild Sunflowers Bloom in Dalat?
The blooming season of wild sunflowers in Da Lat usually begins at the end of October and lasts until November (according to the Gregorian calendar) every year. If there is prolonged rainfall in any given year, the sunflowers may bloom later. The peak time to witness the splendid bloom is in November, extending until late December. However, these flowers only bloom once a year, so seize the opportunity to visit Da Lat and admire them early on.
Visit Da Lat at the end of October to fully experience the vibrant beauty of these flowers (Image Source: Collection)
Wild sunflowers usually bloom in the dreamy early morning hours. Therefore, tourists should choose this time frame to admire the flowers. When the morning dew still clings to each petal of the wild sunflower, you will behold every aspect of its sweet, pure beauty.
Top 5 Most Beautiful Spots to Admire Wild Sunflowers in Da Lat
Every year, the wild sunflower gardens in Da Lat attract hundreds of tourists for sightseeing. Despite Da Lat boasting hundreds of exquisite and elegant flower species, visitors cannot forget the nostalgic golden hue of wild sunflowers. To meet the love of tourists for this flower species, here are 5 suggestions for the most beautiful spots to admire wild sunflowers in Da Lat.
Cam Ly - Van Thanh - Tà Nung Pass - Elephant Waterfall Route
If there were a vote for the most beautiful wild sunflower viewing spot, the route from Van Thanh Flower Garden to Elephant Waterfall would be the top choice. Every October, the entire route is covered in the vibrant orange-yellow color of wild sunflowers.
Tourists can travel by motorbike to the wild sunflower routes (Image Source: Collection)
Amidst the winding pathways along the roadside, travelers can indulge in picturesque poses and delightful check-ins. The harmonious blend of vibrant yellow flowers and warm sunlight promises surreal photo opportunities.
Embark on the Tran Mat - Cau Dat - Dran - Don Phuong route for an unforgettable journey.
Located approximately 30km from Dalat city center, the Tran Mat - Cau Dat route offers not only the chance to capture the beauty of wild sunflowers but also to explore the sprawling tea hills of Cau Dat.
Afterwards, unwind with a steaming cup of coffee and admire the kaleidoscope of wild sunflowers in full bloom.
The next destination on this route is Dran Pass heading towards Don Phuong - Phi Nom direction. You will be amazed by the vibrant yellow wild sunflowers along the roadsides.
Route from Dinh 3 to Tuyen Lam Lake - Dat Set Tunnel
Embark on a flower-hunting journey from Dinh 3 (on Trieu Quang Phuc Street, Ward 5). You will easily encounter thousands of wild sunflowers stretching along both sides of the road. Continuing the journey leads to the intersection turning towards the Dat Set Tunnel. Travelers will witness a flower-lined road leading to Tuyen Lam Lake.
The radiant yellow of wild sunflowers covers the vast garden area, creating a breathtakingly beautiful landscape (Image Source: Collected)
Arriving at Tuyen Lam Lake, tourists can both check-in and admire the flowers while visiting the famous Truc Lam Zen Monastery. The entrance fee to Dinh 3 is also relatively cheap, only about 30,000 dong per person.
Downtown Area
No need to search far for wild sunflowers, tourists can also head to the downtown area to admire the flowers. During each Da Lat wild sunflower season, you can marvel at a stretch of wild sunflowers scattered throughout the streets. Although flowers in the city are usually more beautiful than those along the routes, they do not bloom as abundantly.
Some stunning wild sunflower check-in spots in the downtown area include: Dalat University, Pham Hong Thai Street, and the road to Minh Hoa Seminary.
Tu Tra - Bong Lai - Da Lat Milk Route
If you're seeking a vibrant golden wild sunflower field, this route is the perfect check-in spot. With its romantic and poetic backdrop, travelers can create stunning 'thousand likes' pictures reminiscent of slow-motion movie scenes.
Get lost in the wild sunflower field to enjoy the fresh air, with hundreds of flowers blooming (Image Source: Collected)
Additionally, you'll encounter various flower species blooming alongside the vibrant yellow of wild sunflowers, such as Cosmos, Baby's Breath, Butterfly Bush... All intertwined, blending together to create a dreamy, colorful natural landscape. Traveling this route, visitors feel like they're entering a beautiful paradise.
Important Tips for Admiring Da Lat Wild Sunflowers
Wild sunflowers typically bloom most beautifully from late October to late November. Therefore, tourists should plan their time to experience the best flower viewing. Besides, here are some important tips to note:
- Choose the right time for flower viewing: The best time for beautiful photos during the day is from 7 am to 10 am. At this time, the sun is not too high, so the photos will be gentle, fresh, and vibrant.
- Plan the route in advance: Choose the most suitable flower-viewing route for easy navigation.
- Fill up the gas tank before leaving: These routes are often quite remote with few gas stations or rest stops. Therefore, make sure the gas tank is full before departure.
- Prepare warm clothes: As it's still quite cold with rain and storms in early winter in Da Lat, you should bring warm clothes, gloves, woolen hats, raincoats, and umbrellas to protect your health.
- Preserve the environment and landscape: To maintain the natural beauty, tourists must absolutely not pick or break the flowers.
- Watch the weather: When wild sunflowers bloom, it's a sign of the rainy season approaching. The mountain roads can be quite dangerous during this time, so be cautious.
- Although Da Lat boasts hundreds of beautiful flower species each year, wild sunflowers always remain the distinctive symbol of this misty city. If you've fallen in love with the Da Lat wild sunflower season, don't miss out on Da Lat tours this year. Contact Mytour hotline from Mytour for the chance to experience these stunning wild sunflower routes.
