Top 10 Amazing Fun Places in Mang Den, Kon Tum

1. Dak Ke Lake

Dak Ke Lake is one of the rare attractions in Mang Den, just about 1km from the main road. Have you ever heard of the legend of the 7 lakes and 3 waterfalls of Kon Tum? Dak Ke Lake is one of the 7 lakes from the legend, embodying the divine beings above. Although the area around the lake is being developed for tourism, the scenery remains pristine.

The emerald green lake surrounded by tall green trees, along with a few tall stilt houses and a small bridge crossing the lake, creates an extremely romantic scene. Typical of mountainous areas are the traditional stilt houses of the indigenous people, so there are many such houses around Dak Ke Lake. These houses are mainly built of wood and thatch, giving Dak Ke Lake a rustic and simple appearance.

At Dak Ke Lake, there are many entertainment services available for you to relax and enjoy, such as coffee shops, rowing boats, pedal boats, and camping. Additionally, if you visit Dak Ke Lake around January or February, you will have the opportunity to admire cherry blossoms blooming around the lake, reflecting on the water, beautiful and romantic like in Korean dramas.

2. Pa Sy Waterfall

Returning to the legend of the 7 lakes and 3 waterfalls, Pa Sy Waterfall is one of the 3 waterfalls mentioned, and the largest waterfall in this region. Stepping into the tourist area, you will encounter a garden of wooden sculptures with hundreds of unique wooden artworks created by the skilled hands of artisans. These wooden statues reflect the life and culture of the local ethnic minorities, such as a mother carrying her child, a family drinking wine, farming, and weaving fabric.

Passing through the three levels to reach Pa Sy Waterfall, you will feel like stepping into a fairy forest with cool air, the sound of rustling leaves, chirping birds, and the sound of the waterfall becoming clearer. After walking about 500 meters, crossing through the forest and down the rugged stone steps, Pa Sy Waterfall will gently and peacefully appear. Unlike other waterfalls in the Central Highlands, Pa Sy Waterfall has only one water branch, surrounded by lush greenery.

In general, Pa Sy Waterfall is the most developed tourist destination in Mang Den, with well-built pathways and clear directional signs. Moreover, the surrounding area is undergoing development to create a complete eco-tourism area with restaurants, accommodation, and scenic spots. Additionally, on the way back from Pa Sy Waterfall to your accommodation, you should take some time to explore the road with many abandoned villas nestled amidst the lush pine forest.

Perhaps the suspension bridge is one of the distinctive features of Mang Den in particular, and Kon Tum in general, because it is very difficult to find a bridge built with reinforced concrete like usual. However, most suspension bridges in Mang Den are tiny, and there are clear regulations that only allow one motorcycle to pass at a time, and if walking, only under 10 people are permitted. Looking at the old, rusty suspension bridge may make you scared on your first visit, but it's okay, after a few times, you won't feel scared anymore. But remember to follow the bridge's regulations, okay!

Ê Ban Farm is an eco-tourism destination combined with a farmstay model that has been cared for and developed by the villagers of Kon Tu Rang for the past 10 years. Ê Ban Farm covers an area of ​​over 30 hectares, located not far from Mang Den town, only 6km by road, very convenient if you want to take a tour around other farms in your Kon Tum trip such as Mang Den high-tech application farm or Orfarm Mang Den orange garden.

Ê Ban Farm is always open to welcome you at all hours, but that's when you come to stay, if you want to visit and admire the scenery, take photos for check-in, then come in the morning. Like other Kon Tum tourist destinations, you should visit during the dry season, which is from November to March next year if you don't want to encounter sudden rain showers, the specialty of the pristine Central Highlands region. Kon Tum dry season will welcome you with cool weather interspersed with gentle sunshine.

From the main road, just turn right down the hill, and a sense of tranquility fills the air. The small village road will take you past stilt houses, golden rice fields, up to a high hill. This is one of the four community cultural tourism villages in Kon Plong district, with over 90% of the population being Mơ Nam ethnic people, mainly living off rice cultivation.

The most precious thing in this village is its children. Here, the little ones enjoy sitting in front of their houses, playing childhood games from a decade ago. The older kids prefer flying kites, and in the afternoon, the first kid in the village pedals their bike to invite the last one to play in an open space. Here, children don't know what a smartphone is; they only know mountains, flowers, leaves, and trees as their friends. Occasionally, when a few tourists approach, the children's eyes may show a bit of shyness and 'fear,' but deep down, they are eager to chat. So, just start a conversation, and they'll smile right away.

Pine Forest of Măng Đen is fortunate to be bestowed by nature with perfect scenery and cool climate. That's why many young people love to check-in at this location. For travel enthusiasts, you may have visited Dalat before. Therefore, you'll be completely surprised to find the resemblance between the pine forest of Măng Đen and the city of thousands of flowers. Here, you'll witness picturesque landscapes and enjoy the wonderful climate similar to when you're in Dalat.

The eco-tourism area of the pine forest in Măng Đen is about 54 km from the center of Kon Tum city and currently covers an area of ​​140,000 hectares. Moreover, this destination is located at an altitude of 1200m above sea level. Due to its convenient location, the climate here is cool and refreshing all year round. If Dalat has become a must-visit destination for everyone, try coming here once, MIA.vn believes that the fairy-tale-like scenery of the pine forest will satisfy you and make you love this place even more. Additionally, Kon Tum province is also associated with many other attractive and interesting tourist destinations such as Yaly Waterfall, Chu Mom Ray National Park...

Fatima Statue in Măng Đen is a landmark, a Catholic pilgrimage site of the Kon Tum Diocese, located in Măng Đen town, Kon Plông district, Kon Tum province, next to National Highway 24, 53 km northeast of Kon Tum city. After the war, the statue was abandoned for a long time due to the lack of transportation routes and residents nearby. In the early 1980s, due to the influence of the New Economic Zones policy of the Vietnamese government, some residents living in the Măng Cành forest discovered this statue, but there was no special attention.

According to the records of Father Gioakim Nguyễn Hoàng Sơn, noting the conversation with Ms. Đào Thị Hương, who is believed to have been responsible for preserving the statue, until the beginning of 1987, the statue was still intact. However, by the end of 1987, the statue lost its head and hands, but the cause was unclear.

In 2002, Kon Plông district was newly formed by splitting the old Kon Plông district into the new Kon Plông district and Kon Rẫy district. The new district capital of Kon Plông was established in Măng Đen. National Highway 24 was also planned to be extended to be used as the main transportation route passing through the district and connecting to Mộ Đức district, Quảng Ngãi province. In 2004, when construction of this road began, road workers inadvertently found that the design overlapped with the statue's location, so they adjusted the road route to avoid harming the statue. Among the road workers was a Catholic believer named Hoàng, who voluntarily restored the head and hands.

The head was restored with a face that no longer resembled the typical Fatima Statue, but rather bore the likeness of a woman from the Central Highlands of Vietnam. However, it's unclear why the hands could not be restored. After restoration, the hands fell below the statue's feet. Therefore, the statue still retains a truncated appearance to this day. According to Father Phi Khanh Vương Hoàng Khởi, quoting documents provided by the Kon Tum Diocese, Father Gioakim Nguyễn Hoàng Sơn 'found a part of the hand and a part of the index finger of the Mother statue' on December 28, 2006, currently being kept at the Kon Tum Diocese. Perhaps this is the remaining part of the restored hands.

Yaly Waterfall brings a mesmerizing beauty hidden amidst the vast mountains of the Central Highlands. According to the tales of the ethnic minorities living here, Yaly Waterfall is also known as Yali or Jrai-li. Regardless of the name, most people still recall the name Yaly Waterfall more often. About 50 years ago, Yaly was dubbed one of the highest waterfalls in Vietnam. Now, Yaly Waterfall stands at a height of 42m above sea level.

Yaly Waterfall offers everyone a famous pristine and majestic beauty. Amidst the vast mountains of the Central Highlands, Yaly Waterfall not only remains prominent but also extremely outstanding. For many adventure enthusiasts, this destination will surely elevate your emotions. It's not just a gift that nature bestowed specifically on Kon Tum but also holds great significance for the dry, rocky land of the Central Highlands.

Next to Yaly Waterfall, you can also visit nearby interesting tourist attractions such as: the Ho Chi Minh Trail, Bo Y International Pass, Chu Mom Ray National Park... These destinations we mentioned all have their own interesting features and are extremely suitable for you to explore the natural scenery.

Initiated on 07/03/2012, after over 5 years of construction, up to the present time, although there are still some unfinished items, Khanh Lam Pagoda has become the first choice for many tourists in their journey to Mang Den. Khanh Lam Pagoda is about 55.2km from the center of Kon Tum city. If you want to reach this pagoda, you just need to easily follow National Highway 24 to Xuan Dieu Street. When you reach Xuan Dieu Street, you will see signs directing you to turn left towards Khanh Lam Pagoda. Along National Highway 24 to Khanh Lam Pagoda, you will encounter popular stopping points such as Bong Lau Hill, Kon Ray Market, Mang Den Pine Forest,...

Located in the Mang Den eco-tourism area in Dak Long commune, Kon Plong district, Kon Tum province, Khanh Lam Pagoda is a famous tourist destination receiving special attention from both tourists and local people because it inherits the beauty from the sunny and windy Central Highlands. Khanh Lam Pagoda often organizes lively religious events of the locals, especially on full moon days, to attract tourists to come and learn more about the vibrant culture in the Central Highlands and the simple people here.

Toong Dam Lake in Kon Tum is one of the seven famous lakes in the Mang Den - Kon Plong - Kon Tum ecological tourism area. With its charming beauty surrounded by lush primeval forests, this lake has become an ideal relaxation spot for every traveler who wants to enjoy the peacefulness amidst the vast expanse of water. 'Toong' in the language of the Mơ Nam ethnic group means a body of water. There are many legends and myths about the seven lakes, and these lakes are named after the seven sibling deities: Toong Po; Toong Ro Poong; Toong Zo Ri; Toong Ziu; Toong Xang; Toong Ly Lung; and Toong Dam.

Among them, Toong Dam Lake is the largest lake with breathtaking scenery. Therefore, the story of the seven lakes here always arouses curiosity and interest in everyone when they first come to Kon Tum. Toong Dam is likened to a painting of scented water and sky. This is because besides its vast expanse, the lake is also adorned with a bright blue color against the clear sky of the primeval forest. The water surface becomes clearer and more sparkling as a result. That's also why this place is always cool, fresh, and tightly connected between humans and nature.