When does the wild sunflower season in Da Lat begin?
Wild sunflowers bloom in October and November, signaling the arrival of charming autumn in Da Lat. (Photo: Collected)
Many people wonder when the wild sunflowers in Da Lat bloom ? The best time to see the flowers is from late October to mid-November, when the last rains of the season have just ended, leaving the sky clear and the sunlight gentle. This is also the time when Da Lat begins to change to autumn, the weather is cold, the space is dreamy, the scenery is filled with fresh yellow.
Not as elegant as sunflowers, nor as brilliant as royal poincianas, Dalat wild sunflowers have a wild beauty, full of vitality. The small flowers with fragile petals, growing in bushes along the roadside or precariously on the mountainside, but have a strange attraction.
This is the flower that represents strength, overcoming harsh weather to bloom in the changing seasons. And that is what makes many people fascinated, looking forward to immersing themselves in this brilliant golden season.
The beautiful wild sunflower roads in Da Lat that you should not miss
The wild sunflower season in Da Lat is short, don't miss the golden moment on these roads. (Photo: Hong Tam)
One of the “must-try” experiences when traveling to Da Lat in the wild sunflower season is to travel through roads full of flowers. What does Da Lat have in autumn? Not only wild sunflowers. There is a gentle cool breeze, the sound of pine trees and a poetic space. But among all, the yellow color of wild sunflowers is still what makes people “fall in love at first sight”. Below are some super “visual” roads you should note down right away:
- Ta Nung Pass – Van Thanh: Legendary road, flowers blooming along the mountainside with a background of no dead angles.
- Van Thanh Flower Village Road (near the flower village area): Flowers are scattered along the hillsides and garden edges, the background is very "Da Lat" and peaceful.
- Golden Valley – Golden Stream: Wild sunflowers grow close to the lake, reflecting the sunlight on the photo, creating a super poetic scene.
- Prenn Pass or the section near Trai Mat: Characterized by large, bright yellow flower bushes among the green pine forest.
- Lien Khuong – Mimosa Pass route: Flowers bloom in large patches, suitable for both motorbikes and cars.
- Palace III Area (Bao Dai Palace): Wild sunflowers combined with ancient architecture create a nostalgic space very typical of Da Lat.
- Cau Dat – Trai Mat – Hung Vuong Street: This is a route for viewing wild sunflowers and hunting clouds, extremely chill. Flowers grow a lot along the road, easy to stop and take pictures.
- Directions to Dan Kia – Dankia Lake: Not too crowded, flowers grow in long strips, extremely ideal for taking vintage style outfit photos.
- Ta Nung Commune Area (Old National Highway 725): One of the most pristine routes with the most wild sunflowers, very popular with backpackers.
The feeling of driving in the middle of a pine forest, with bright yellow flower bushes on both sides of the road, the sunlight gently slanting through the tree canopy, is no longer a trip, but a moment when you can slow down and feel Da Lat with all your senses. If you are wondering where to hunt for wild sunflowers in Da Lat, this is the golden map for virtual life groups to hunt for this golden season!
Tips for hunting wild sunflowers at the "golden hour"
Hunting for the most beautiful wild sunflowers in Da Lat at dawn, choose clothes that highlight the yellow color of the flowers. (Photo: Collected)
To have a sparkling photo album and fully enjoy the wild sunflower season in Da Lat, you need:
- Get up early and go from 6am to 8am: The sunlight is gentle, the flowers are blooming brightly, and the sun is not too harsh.
- Outfits should be white, beige, earthy brown or mustard yellow to stand out against the floral background.
- If riding a motorbike, make sure to fill up on gas and check your brakes – as many of the hills are winding.
Are you planning to travel to Da Lat in the fall ? Watch out for the wild sunflower season. Because this flower season is very short, only about 3 - 4 weeks, if you miss it, you will have to wait another year to see that scene again. So, what are you waiting for? Book a tour, book tickets, get dressed and with your friends "escape the deadline" to Da Lat in the wild sunflower season right away! Remember to share the article if you find it useful!
Source : https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/di-da-lat-thang-10-11-trai-nghiem-san-hoa-da-quy-v17835.aspx
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