A harmony of forest and sea

Culture - Society

This spring, the land of Dak Lak not only carries the rustling winds of the vast forests but also the salty taste of the sea, painting a colorful cultural tapestry where the breath of the ancient forest blends with the rhythm of the distant waves.

Dak Lak - Where forest meets sea

Culture - Society

Today, Dak Lak is not only the heart of the vast Central Highlands but also a province looking out across the expansive East Sea.

Dong Tac fishing port bustling with activity during pre-Tet days

Economy

During the days leading up to the Lunar New Year (Tet), Dong Tac fishing port (Phu Yen ward) is becoming more hectic than usual as longline vessels targeting ocean tuna return one after another after extended offshore trips.

Spring in full bloom acrossing traditional flower villages

Culture - Society

In the days leading up to the Lunar New Year of Binh Ngo 2026, flower and ornamental plant villages across the province have taken on a fresh look, more vibrant and bustling than ever.

The atmosphere towards the 14th National Party Congress has been spreading across localities throughout Dak Lak province, from mountainous areas to coastal regions, from urban centres to tranquil rural communities.

The Ede longhouse is a distinctive architectural form, constructed mainly from wood, bamboo and rattan and roofed with thatch. Its most striking feature is its length, which can measure up to dozens of metres.

Coffee tourism is flourishing across Dak Lak province, promoting the province’s signature coffee products while preserving and sustainably harnessing local cultural values.

No longer a “hidden gem” in the south central coast, the former Phu Yen province - now eastern Dak Lak province - is entering a new phase, where the blue sea meets the great forest to create distinctive tourism products.