Bao Dai Palace

Bao Dai Palace in Buon Ma Thuot is a historic residence of Bao Dai, the last emperor of Vietnam's Nguyen Dynasty, located in central Buon Ma Thuot City, Dak Lak Province. Built between 1950 and 1952 in French colonial style, the single-storey wooden villa served as his retreat and working residence during visits to the Central Highlands. Set within landscaped gardens, it preserves original furniture, artifacts and photographs reflecting imperial life and regional history.

Visitors can expect a single-storey French colonial villa set in a landscaped garden compound in central Buon Ma Thuot. Inside, restored rooms display original furniture, working desks, bedrooms, reception areas, photographs and personal artifacts of Emperor Bao Dai. The exterior features wooden architecture, verandas, and shaded grounds with mature trees. The site is compact and explored on foot with informational panels and guided explanations about the building's use as an imperial retreat.

Built between 1950 and 1952 as a residence and working villa for Emperor Bao Dai, the last emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty, during his visits to the Central Highlands. The building served as his retreat, administrative base and hunting lodge in Dak Lak and reflects the late imperial period and French colonial architectural influence in the region.

The palace is a cultural landmark illustrating the lifestyle of the last Vietnamese emperor and the historical connection between the Nguyen court and the Central Highlands. It preserves architectural and interior heritage and is part of Buon Ma Thuot's cultural tourism circuit showcasing the history and traditions of Dak Lak Province.