To blend in with the vast nature and participate in exciting activities right in the middle of the jungle, visit Cu Lan Village, a small village at the foot of Langbiang Mountain. Hãy nghe Trần Thuỳ Thanh Xuân (Đồng Nai) một travel blogger nổi tiếng bật mí .
1. A few things about Cu Lan Village - Da Lat
Cu Lan Village is a small village of about 30 hectares of the K'Ho ethnic group, built in the 60s of the 20th century in the middle of the primeval forest at the foot of Langbiang Mountain and is also a great picnic spot when traveling to Da Lat. The name "Cu Lan" is named after the Cu Lan tree that grows among the pine forest, which is also the habitat of the animal with "the most beautiful big round eyes in the world" - the Cu Lan. In the past, villagers often lived by hunting, gathering, exploiting Cu Lan trees and then making them into Cu Lan shapes to sell to tourists at Xuan Huong Lake.
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Since Cu Lan Village was renovated into a tourist area and officially welcomed visitors in 2011, the K'Ho people have known how to use the natural beauty of the village as a strong point to attract tourists and improve their lives. Cu Lan Village is also recognized by UNESCO as a cultural tourist destination, contributing to changing the tourism landscape of Lam Dong province. Cu Lan Village tourist area, designed by three talented architects, is a place to express a special love for nature. Here, you can explore, sightsee, camp, relax and participate in exciting outdoor activities. Every image at Cu Lan Village is full of stunning beauty and is an unforgettable memory during your trip to Da Lat.
2. Where is Cu Lan Village?
Cu Lan Village tourist area is located in Suoi Can village, Lat commune, Lac Duong district, Lam Dong province, about 20km from the center of Da Lat city. In particular, Cu Lan village is located at an altitude of 1,500m above sea level, Lam Vien plateau has a fresh climate, along with extremely beautiful natural scenery, creating a great tourist attraction for Lam Dong province.
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3. Directions to Cu Lan Village
From the center of Da Lat city, you can take a motorbike or car along provincial road 722 towards Dankia Lake - Suoi Vang, also known as Dong Truong Son road, one of the most beautiful roads in Vietnam. Passing through immense lakes and endless pine forests, you will arrive at Cu Lan Village Tourist Area.
The road to Cu Lan Village is beautiful, but it is also quite dangerous because there are many sharp turns, so drivers should be careful. In addition, you should prepare a full tank of gas, or buy extra gas, because it is difficult to find a place to fill up on the way. Although the travel time is about 30-40 minutes, if you are not familiar with the road, it will definitely take longer. Therefore, to avoid unexpected incidents, it is best to use the extremely convenient private car rental service with a driver from you, which is both safe and economical, without having to worry about anything.
4. Opening hours of Cu Lan Village - Dalat
Cu Lan Village tourist area operates from 7:00 to 17:00 every day of the week. You should arrange to come here in the morning to have more time to play and travel will also be more convenient.
5. Check the ticket price to Cu Lan village
- Adults: 60,000 VND/person
- Children under 1m2: Free
- Children over 1m2 are considered adults
- Ticket price for teambuilding: 120,000 VND/person
The tourist area will have separate fees for services: team-building activities, campfire, jeep tour, ethnic costume rental, horse racing, fish release,...
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6. The Legend of Cu Lan Village in the middle of Da Lat
Cu Lan Village is associated with many interesting stories, but there is one story that is most widely circulated by the K'Ho people to explain the formation of the village. According to the local people, the name "Cu Lan" originates from the story of a lovesick young man. He was infatuated with a beautiful girl and wanted to bring her a "paradise of love" in the middle of the mountains and forests. With a passionate heart and diligent hands, the young man picked up stones day and night, building each small brick to build a dream house among the vast green trees.
The young man's infatuation and strange actions made the villagers call him "Cu Lan". However, the story of the young man's sincere love spread to the girl. Touched by his feelings, the girl decided to leave behind her city life to go to the mountains, building a home with him in the middle of the wild nature. No one knows whether they were able to build the paradise they imagined, but the small village by the deserted stream, in the middle of the green forest of wild flowers, was the happy paradise of Cu Lan and his lover. And since then, people have called this place Cu Lan Village. Today, the villagers still tell that beautiful love story through songs such as: Thang Cu Lan, Trai Tim Cu Lan, Cu Lan Mo, Lang Cu Lan.
7. What to do in Cu Lan Village?
Cu Lan Village is a fascinating destination with majestic nature and exciting outdoor activities. Don't forget to prepare a camera or a fully charged phone to be ready to capture the most impressive moments here.
7.1. Enjoy the natural beauty of Cu Lan Village
If you are a nature lover and the peacefulness of the village, want to “leave the city for the forest”, then Cu Lan Village is the place for you. The small, pretty wooden houses lie quietly in the middle of the Great Forest Mountain, in the distance the clear blue Love Lake reflects the first rays of the morning sun through the pine trees, creating a magical and overwhelming natural scene. In addition, you can visit the Tay Nguyen Wooden Sculpture Museum, Giu Lua Hill, Chom Hom Market or Cu Lan Assembly Hall to learn more about the culture and art of the K’Ho people.
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7.2. Join the fun jeep tour in Cu Lan Village - Da Lat
If you have ever experienced the exciting feeling of "riding" a jeep over the sand dunes in Mui Ne, then get ready for another adventure when sitting on a jeep and exploring Cu Lan hill. Visiting Cu Lan Village by jeep is the hottest activity in the tourist area. With only 100,000 VND/person, you can immediately have an off-road jeep tour to explore the primeval forest with a green road filled with the sound of streams and birds chirping. The jeep tour will take you to experience the feeling of climbing hills, wading streams, crossing forests, visiting the Cu Lan conservation area and visiting and learning about the Cu Lan tree.
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7.3. Camping in the wild
People say that the happiest thing in youth is having a group of close friends to go to Da Lat together, light a campfire at night and tell endless stories. Unlike other camping sites, Lang Cu Lan offers you a unique experience amidst the poetic hydrangea forest. Here, you can choose a tent suitable for the number of participants, from a 5-person tent to an 8-person tent. Set up your own tent in the middle of nature, immersing yourself in the fresh and cool air of the mountains and forests. Freely cook and organize outdoor BBQs with friends and relatives. Watch the sparkling starry sky when night falls. Participate in fun recreational activities such as: fishing, trekking, campfire,... Enjoy the specialties of the Central Highlands mountains and forests. All are memorable highlights.
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7.4. Gong Culture - Cultural Heritage in Cu Lan Village
Cu Lan Village is not only a wild and poetic tourist destination but also a place to preserve the unique cultural identity of the Central Highlands, where the sound of gongs echoes among the vast mountains and forests. Coming to Cu Lan Village, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in free gong performances, admire the skill of the artisans and feel each attractive gong beat. Stand up and join the gong dances with the K'Ho ethnic people, becoming part of the vibrant and bustling atmosphere.
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So, we have learned “all” the general information about Cu Lan Village Tourist Area. The rest is for you to experience and feel the best things waiting for you at Cu Lan Village after long days of stressful work.