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Da Lat city of thousand flowers not only has famous tourist spots like Xuan Huong Lake, Valley of Love, magnificent waterfalls but also hidden amidst peaceful hills is Domaine de Marie Church in Da Lat with its unique pink hue and distinctive architecture, attracting countless travel enthusiasts. Let's explore this destination now with mytour.vn!
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A few facts about Domaine de Marie Church in Da Lat
Also known as Mai Anh Church, located on Ngô Quyền Street about 1km from Da Lat, Domaine de Marie Church was constructed from 1940 to 1944 under the supervision of Jean Decoux.
Domaine de Marie Church in Da Lat is the home of the Sisters of Mercy. These nuns often knit wool scarves, sweaters, and sell them to tourists when they visit. Perhaps that's why the church is also known as Da Lat Wool Church.
Perched on Mai Anh Hill – a place adorned with cherry blossoms, Domaine de Marie Church boasts unique and contemporary architecture
Nestled on a hill abundant with cherry blossoms, Mai Anh Church was built in the European architectural style in the 17th century. The church grounds are constructed on approximately 12 hectares of land. With its captivating Western architecture, especially the vibrant pink color, the church has made it a must-visit destination in Da Lat for young travelers' bucket lists.
Architectural Design of Domaine de Marie Church
Situated amidst the floral city center of Da Lat, the Domaine de Marie Church, also known as Mai Anh Church, is built in a dignified European architectural style, albeit with a touch of modernity compared to other churches in Da Lat.
The antechamber is designed in the shape of an isosceles triangle. At its apex is affixed a holy cross. The front facade features decorative window panels reminiscent of French churches from the late 17th century.
The antechamber of the church is designed in the shape of an isosceles triangle
The roof of the church resembles the traditional longhouses of the ethnic minorities in the Central Highlands, featuring a steep slope and meticulously crafted wooden beams, adding a sense of grandeur to the church interior.
Within the premises of Domaine de Marie Church in Da Lat, visitors can admire a wide variety of flowers such as cosmos, foxgloves, and especially the strikingly beautiful impatiens. Behind the church lies a complex of modern-style structures, further enhancing the solemn and dignified ambiance of the church.
The church grounds boast a plethora of flowers including cosmos, foxgloves, and impatiens
Behind the church lies a cluster of modern buildings constructed in a contemporary style, contrasting with the 17th-century European architectural style.
A distinctive feature of Domaine de Marie Church is that the entire building is painted in a deep pink color reminiscent of cherry blossoms. Under the sunlight, the church appears even more radiant and glorious. Moreover, on misty days, the pink hue of Domaine de Marie resembles tender cherry blossoms peeking through the fog, yet still enough to mesmerize us with its unparalleled beauty.
An interesting fact is that initially, during its construction, the church had no bell tower. However, at present, Mai Anh Church in Da Lat has added a row of houses to accommodate a bell tower behind the main building.
Visiting Domaine de Marie Church in Da Lat, you cannot help but be impressed by the 3-meter-high statue of Mother Mary standing on the globe, weighing 1 ton, crafted after the prototype of a Vietnamese woman under the design of a French architect.
Architecture inside the church
Service hours at Domaine de Maire Church in Da Lat, Lam Dong
The service hours at Domaine de Marie Church in Da Lat are 5:15 PM on weekdays, 5:45 AM and 4:30 PM on Sundays.
With the unique blend of Asian and European cultural fusion, combining classical Western style with traditional Vietnamese ethnic architecture, Domaine de Maire Church in Da Lat shines as a distinct highlight on the tourist map of historic churches in Da Lat. In the chilly misty atmosphere of Da Lat city, it will be truly fascinating when you come to visit and enjoy the unparalleled beauty of this church.
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