1. Autumn in Da Lat
The golden autumn sun pours like honey everywhere
Through vibrant chrysanthemum fields that flaunt their colorful bloom.
The autumn has arrived under a sky of deep, endless blue
With bright golden sunlight spreading over distant hills.
As the sunset fades, the soft light lingers
A cool breeze sweeps through the highlands,
All the memories we shared come rushing back
And I silently wish we were together again.
In autumn, flowers bloom in a riot of colors
As if nature offers all four seasons in one day.
Summer and autumn bring the perfect weather
While winter and spring are full of cold mist.
Admiring the colorful flowerbeds along the roads
Winding up the slopes or covering the villa walls,
Captivating the hearts of young souls
As the sunset casts a golden glow across the landscape.
You stand gazing at the majestic scene
On the peak of Lang Piang, feeling overjoyed.
Looking around in all directions
Da Lat, a paradise imagined, lies right before our eyes.
- Dang Gia -


2. Sending You the Evening Dew of Bao Loc
I send you the entire sky of Bao Loc
The winding mountain streets, so steep and narrow
I send you a bit of sorrow, turning my hair gray
Hoping that love will be complete before life ends
I want to send you the evening mist, soft on your shoulders
Like the silhouette of someone in the mist, floating gently
In that place, do you have anything to remember?
Which path is covered with mist, touching your shoulders?
In that place, there is surely no lingering sorrow
Is the sun and wind in California as intense as they say?
You left, but my love remained
The mist still follows each step I take at night
In a distant place, will we ever meet again?
The faint sunlight, with a little mist falling
Even so, it’s still not Bao Loc
The skies of B’Lao are far away...
I send you a piece of the mountain town's love
But one thing I couldn’t send you: the mist
Someday when your steps return
My love will be there, with the mist softly on your shoulders.
- Collected -


3. Missing Da Lat
Oh Da Lat, city of dreams and fantasy
The Than Tho Lake, where the mist drifts through the thin fog
The Cam Ly Falls, singing a love song so poetic
Filling the soul with longing, waiting and hoping.
The Pine Hill whispers, the Hai Mo mourns
Many visitors come, quietly holding love and memories
Pained by the unfulfilled first love
Destiny does not seem to care, it turns a blind eye.
Here, Xuân Hương with its scenic beauty so serene
The clear lake mirrors the sparkling face of Da Lat
The city of a thousand flowers, who could ever forget it?
Once you arrive, you don’t want to leave.
The Pines still whisper, the sunset fades gently
The cool purple hue covers my heart, making it shiver
From somewhere, the church bells echo
Shaking the heart, as if calling you to this dreamlike vision.
Now that I’m far away, I feel so lost
Wrapped in memories, unable to forget
In the land of Peach Blossom, I silently wish
Da Lat, sad and lonely, now only lives in my dreams.
- Huy Hạnh -


4. Da Lat in My Heart
Oh Da Lat! The city of cold in my soul
With flowers blooming, captivating every traveler
In the breeze, the temple bells ring softly
The Pines stretch out their hands, calling amidst the clouds and sky.
Oh Da Lat! I have arrived by your side
After years of longing, I finally came
My heart laid bare through countless nights of waiting
Every word of love poured into my poetry.
Oh Da Lat! The city of dreams, the city of hope
Where the salty tears season the verses of poetry
Where the sweetness lingers in a lover's kiss
And the intoxicating passion fills the air with dreams.
Oh Da Lat! Do you know how much I love you?
With the deep emotions of my first love, so sincere
Perhaps in me, that love will never fade
As long as I breathe, my love will never cease!
Author: Luc Binh


5. Bao Loc Waterfall
My journey is long, but I occasionally stop by
The place where I once stood, the endless sky
A brief scent from the past, the tea town’s charm
I may not return to Saigon, but I will pass through
The white mist rising, the vast green forest
Searching for you, your silk dress, your sparkling eyes
I walk through this town, and my heart skips a beat
The sky, the earth, and the mountains blend as one
A rainbow of seven colors, but does it have another hue?
The sound of the waterfall feels like my own heart dropping
I touch a fragmented love, yet it feels infinite
The rhythm beats in harmony, like a celestial realm
Life flows peacefully, reaching every corner
The essence of the mountains rises to the heavens
In my memories of Dam Bri, I wait for you!
Author: Ngoc KTS


6. The City of a Thousand Flowers
For so many days, I’ve longed to be here
To hold your hand as we walk around Da Lat
Admiring the dreamy city in its cool, clear weather
Listening to the pine trees whispering a soothing melody.
I only wish to meet you right here
To experience the flying waterfall on the roller coaster
Visit Xuan (Huong) Lake, green and lush all year round
Filling the air with the scent of flowers that have always been here.
The city of a thousand flowers is as beautiful as a painting
Tourists stand in awe, mesmerized by the blooming flowers
The Dreamy Hill looks calm and serene
Yet, it has captured the hearts of many for so long.
The Valley of Love, with its intoxicating beauty
Has enchanted many a traveler’s soul
In the labyrinth, I feel my heart twist with longing
I arrived at the Land of Peach Blossoms, yet couldn't find you.
Poem: Mac Phuong


7. Wrapping Memories in Poetry
We return to the highlands of dreams
To gather verses by the rocky slopes
On the familiar boat ride across Than Tho Lake
We return, bringing with us an old love
Purple Bauhinia petals sway with the breeze
As if calling to someone newly arrived
Here lies the Lovers' Hill, entwined by the pines
Where it holds the feet of those who cherish the misty land
We return, yet my heart remains longing
For all those years, we walked in sync
The raindrops counted the passing time
Oh, dreams, how I wish to walk side by side
Now returning to Da Lat, I find myself alone
The afternoon mist, no salty sweat on my brow
The purple twilight has sunk, leaving behind a tender breeze
Years have passed, but I still silently wish
To return in a tight embrace
Each dream whispers as if to remind
My love, don’t leave me waiting here
Now I return, my heart full of longing
The familiar verses that remain unfinished
My soul stirs, feeling as though
You are beside me, your smile lighting the way
Watching the bustling steps of many travelers
By the golden Butterfly Lake, a silent invitation
Oh, my love, my heart quietly speaks
Da Lat, oh Da Lat, wrap these memories… in poetry…
Poem: Bao Chau


8. Will You Return to Bao Loc with Me?
Will you return to Bao Loc with me?
The bitter aroma of coffee on your red lips
Sweet and intense, the scent of the mountains drapes over your shoulders.
The bitterness, sweetness, and fragrance of the tea leaves soak into your lips
Drinking in the forest’s scent, my love for you never fades!
Let’s return to Bao Loc and the cascading DamB’ri waterfall
Your shirt fluttering in the mist, a symbol of our love
Golden threads shimmering from the scarf around your neck
I’ll take my husband back to fulfill my waiting heart
Oh, Bao Loc, my hometown, gentle as silk
When you return, the river will sing our love
I love you like the forest trees that forget their paths
Like the vines that block the way, waiting for you
Bao Loc, my hometown, always green and serene, all year long
The lullaby of the land, calling us home
The silkworms are busy, and my hands are stained with love’s touch
I love you, I love you, the daughter of B’Lao
Will you return to Bao Loc with me?
Let me wait, let me wait through all four seasons, casting my nets
The Nam Phuong Lake echoes with songs of longing
I promised through countless rainy seasons
The verses linger on the slopes of Bao Loc
I’ll wait for you, faithful and true
Da Binh Mountain stands tall, guarding the seasons
I hang a veil of mist on the blue sky, waiting for you, my warrior of the green forest
B’Lao’s mist sings the melody of the Dam love song
B’ri, majestic and proud. Will you return to Bao Loc with me?
Return to Bao Loc, to watch the full moon and listen to the songs
The folk song sings: From Bac Ninh to Ca Mau, we remain friends
The land’s blessings bind the people together in love
Oh, the sacred earth by Thái Tổ Road
I sing the full anthem of our homeland
Along the path of love, I wrap my heart with yours
Will you return to Bao Loc with me?
Author: Minh Nguyet


9. The Homeland of Da Lat – Lam Dong
Filled with dreamy beauty,
Overflowing with poetic emotions and love.
Da Lat, our homeland,
Beautiful, charming, and pristine, a perfect example of the Central Highlands.
It’s a place of romance, mystical and enchanting.
Unique in its hues, embracing the gifts of nature.
The space is as wondrous as a fairyland.
It creates an aura for this mountainous region.
Here lies Mai Anh Dao Valley,
There, the Valley of Sweet Love,
Each with its own exquisite charm.
Together they resonate, filled with nostalgia and longing.
There are lakes: Than Tho and Xuan Huong,
Overflowing with emotions, leaving you lost in thought.
And the beautiful scenery of Dream Hill,
An artistic masterpiece, waiting for a deep connection.
Let’s go to Datanla,
Admire the waterfall, vast and profound.
It elevates the strength of the flower gardens.
The rare flowers bloom harmoniously, side by side.
- Collected -


10. Thành phố sương mờ
Vãng thăm miền đất ngỡ thiên đường
Biệt thự huy hoàng phủ trắng sương
Đỉnh núi thông xanh lồng nắng sớm
Lòng thùng điện sáng tỏa đêm trường
Cam ly ngọn thác hòa mây nướcThiền viện mái chùa quện khói hươngĐà Lạt niềm mơ người viễn xứCảnh quan thơ mộng ngỡ thiên đường.- Tác giả Trần Thiên -


