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Amidst a sea of blossoms, the golden hue of wild sunflowers on distant hills brings a radiant glow to Da Lat. In early autumn days, the golden sunlight adds a gentle and lush charm to these flowers. This is when the Da Lat wild sunflowers are at their most beautiful. Travelers will easily encounter fields of vibrant yellow flowers glistening in the morning mist. When visiting, you can check out the most stunning routes and hills of wild sunflowers.
Where do wild sunflowers bloom most in Da Lat?
Wild sunflowers in Da Lat are among the common wildflowers found in the forests of the Central Highlands and Northwest Mountains. However, it's only in Da Lat that they truly exhibit 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 is 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 Symbolism 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
Wild sunflowers originated 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)
Wild sunflowers are a type of Asteraceae plant, growing into bushes 2 to 3 meters tall. Each wild sunflower typically blooms with 13 petals. However, these petals are delicate and elongated, combined with vibrant yellow hues. Wild sunflowers represent a perfect combination of the bright beauty of sunflowers and the purity of daisies.
When Do Wild Sunflowers Bloom in Dalat?
The wild sunflower season in Dalat usually starts blooming from late October to the end of November (Gregorian calendar) every year. If there's prolonged rain, the blooming may be delayed. The peak bloom period is in November, extending into December. However, since this flower only blooms once a year, make sure to visit Dalat early to catch the blossoms at their best.
Visit Dalat in late October to fully experience the radiant beauty of the flowers (Image Source: Collection)
Wild sunflowers typically bloom in the dreamy early morning. Therefore, visitors should choose this time to admire the flowers. When morning dewdrops linger on each petal of the wild sunflower, you'll witness the sweet, pure beauty of the flowers.
Top 5 Most Beautiful Places to Admire Wild Sunflowers in Dalat
Each year, the wild sunflower gardens in Dalat attract hundreds of tourists for admiration. Despite Dalat boasting an array of exquisite and elegant flowers, visitors cannot forget the nostalgic golden hue of wild sunflowers. To fulfill tourists' love for this flower, here are 5 suggestions for the most beautiful wild sunflower viewing spots in Dalat.
Cam Ly - Vạn Thành Route - Tà Nung Pass - Elephant Waterfall
If there were a vote for the most beautiful wild sunflower viewing spot, the route from Vạn Thành flower garden to Elephant Waterfall would be the top choice. In October each year, the entire route is covered with vibrant orange-yellow wild sunflowers.
Travelers can explore the wild sunflower routes by motorbike (Image Source: Collection)
Along both sides of the road, tourists can check-in and pose to their heart's content. The harmonious blend of vibrant yellow flowers and warm sunlight will give you an ethereal 'check-in' photo.
Trại Mát - Cầu Đất - Dran - Đơn Phương Route
From Trại Mát - Cầu Đất direction, it's about 30km from the center of Dalat city. Here, tourists not only have the opportunity to 'hunt' for wild sunflower photos but also to explore the vast tea hills of Cầu Đất.
Afterwards, you can also enjoy a hot cup of coffee to relax and admire the thousands of wild sunflowers blooming magnificently.
The next stop on this route is the Dran Pass towards Đơn Phương - Phi Nôm direction. You will marvel at the vibrant yellow wild sunflowers lining the roadsides.
Dinh 3 Route - Tuyền Lâm Lake - Đất Sét Tunnel
Start your 'flower hunting' journey from Dinh 3 (on Triệu Quang Phục Street, Ward 5). You'll easily spot thousands of wild sunflowers stretching along both sides of the road. Continue your journey to the intersection leading to the Đất Sét Tunnel. Tourists will witness a long stretch of sunflowers leading to Tuyền Lâm Lake.
The brilliant yellow hue of the wild sunflowers covers the vast garden, creating a magnificent panoramic view (Source: Collection)
Arriving at Tuyền Lâm Lake, tourists can both check-in and admire the flowers while visiting the famous Trúc Lâm Zen Monastery. The entrance fee to Dinh 3 is also relatively cheap, only about 30,000 VND 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 wild sunflower season in Đà Lạt, you can marvel at the stretch of wild sunflowers covering every corner of the streets. Although the flowers in the city are often more beautiful than those along the routes, they do not bloom as abundantly.
Some beautiful wild sunflower check-in spots in the downtown area include: Dalat University, Phạm Hồng Thái Street, and the road to Minh Hòa Seminary.
Tu Tra - Bồng Lai - Đà Lạt Milk Route
If you're seeking vibrant fields of wild sunflowers, this route is the perfect check-in spot. With a romantic and poetic backdrop, tourists can capture picturesque scenes worthy of thousands of likes, akin to slow-motion movie scenes.
Get lost in the fields of wild sunflowers to enjoy the fresh air and the blooming flowers (Source: Collection)
Moreover, you'll encounter various other flower species blooming alongside the radiant yellow of wild sunflowers, such as cosmos, baby's breath, and butterfly flowers... All intermingling to create a dreamy, colorful natural landscape. Visiting this route, tourists feel as if they've wandered into a beautiful paradise.
Essential Tips for Enjoying Wild Sunflowers in Dalat
Wild sunflowers bloom most beautifully from late October to the end of November. Therefore, travelers should plan their time to have the best flower viewing experience. Additionally, here are some tips to keep in mind:
- Choose the right time for flower viewing: The best time for photography is from 7 am to 10 am. During this time, the sun is not too high, making the photos gentle, fresh, and bright.
Prepare warm clothes: Since it is still quite cold and rainy in Dalat during early winter, you should prepare additional warm clothes, gloves, woolen hats, raincoats, and umbrellas to protect your health.
