Dalat Countryside – Crazy house & Mario Kart

1. Crazy house

At the first sight of Crazy House, 1 of the world’s 10 most bizarre buildings, you can definitely tap into the vibe of being chaotically organized  through concrete curves, twists, which are inspired by elements of Vietnamese folklore and nature.

Moreover, We can have a deeper look into the underlying meaning of the bold relation between Crazy House uniqueness and the Vietnamese social norms in 1990s,  “Đổi Mới” (Renovation) reform.

Crazy house, occupying nearly 1,600 sq.m on Huynh Thuc Khang Street , was completed in 1990 as a personal project by architect Dang Viet Nga. The house is constructed on numerous levels with a naturalistic theme, giving it the appearance of an out-grown tree. And the People’s Committee of the city of Đà Lạt described it as “expressionist”. Somehow, it’s like a way of change in Vietnamese society during that time, an intersection of traditional values and gradual effects of new economic reforms.

Besides the effects of the ‘Đổi Mới’ period, Đà Lạt was once a French colony and was strongly influenced not only by French architecture but also by French culture. This played an important role in shaping the mindset of the Crazy House’s owner, making the Crazy House a symbol of innovation, a departure from traditional designs, and a cultural fusion of local heritage and global artistic trends.

2. Dalat Flower Highland & Mario Kart ( optional )

Back to nature when you visit Dalat Flower Highlands  a lush pine forest, offering a peaceful escape. Explore colorful flower gardens, including the famous Eden Garden rose varieties, creating a vibrant and picturesque setting amidst the greenery.

Witness the mysterious beauty of a thousand-year-old sycamore tree, adding a touch of timeless elegance to the landscape

Capture Instagram-worthy moments at beautiful locations like the hydrangea garden, Purple Myrtle Hill, and Hoang Yen Flower Hill…

Experience a unique swing adventure, offering panoramic views of the plateau and the green Ta Nung Pass

Enjoy the  ride through various slopes, corners, and tunnels at the FIRST AND ONLY Greenline Luge in Dalat – A Real-Life Mario Kart Race in Da Lat, VietNam! 

3. Elephant & Linh An pagoda

It makes visitors interested because of its location and architecture. It has an area of 4 hectares with many kinds of trees. Linh An Pagoda is 30km far from Dalat City which has been an ideal destination for tourists visiting, especially Europeans. In the garden, you can view the biggest happy Buddha and Lady Buddha in southern Vietnam.

One of the most Powerful Waterfall in Dalat, discover the windy cave under the waterfall.
***Due to the waterfall’s operational issue, Elephant waterfall is temporarily closed. However, we are still able to enjoy the whole view of this breath-taking waterfall from Linh An pagoda (a close distance)

4. Me Linh Coffee Plantation

They not only grow their coffee, but they also roast on-site and sell it from their cafe. Their area is very extensive with complex stretches from the top to the bottom of the hill and through the coffee trees. It consists of many seating areas, a shop, a café, and weasel living quarters. Their specialty of course is weasel coffee and they have a few options to choose from too. You can also buy their coffee products and accessories from the shop. It’s located at the top part of the complex. There are several coffee and tea-related items for sale to shop to your heart’s content. …

5. Local Silk factory & Mulberries Garden (optional) 

The silk weaving factory in Dalat is an interesting place to visit, to see the entire process. This is the only silk factory in the country that maintains the old method of removing silks.