About Tuyen Lam Lake
Tuyen Lam Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Da Lat, Lam Dong Province, located about 6 km south of the city center near Truc Lam Zen Monastery. Created between 1982 and 1987 by damming the Tia Stream, it covers about 320 hectares and is surrounded by pine forests and mountains. Recognized as a National Scenic Site in 1998, it is notable for its tranquil waters, forested islands, and integration with resorts, golf course and ecotourism facilities.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large artificial lake surrounded by pine forests and hills, with calm water, small forested islands and peninsulas. The area includes boat piers, lakeside resorts, restaurants and a golf course. Activities center on sightseeing, photography, boat trips, kayaking, cable car views over the forest to Truc Lam Zen Monastery, and walking along lakeside paths. The setting is quiet and natural, about 6-7 km from central Da Lat.
Key highlights
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Largest freshwater lake in Da Lat, covering about 320 hectares
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Artificial lake created by damming Tia Stream between 1982 and 1987
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Surrounded by pine forests, mountains and small islands
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Adjacent to Truc Lam Zen Monastery and Da Lat cable car station
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Recognized as National Scenic Site in 1998
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Boating, kayaking and lakeside resort and golf facilities
History of Tuyen Lam Lake
Created between 1982 and 1987 by damming the Tia Stream (a tributary of the Da Tam River) to provide irrigation, water supply and tourism development. The lake and surrounding forest were recognized as a National Scenic Site by the Ministry of Culture and Information in 1998.
Culture & Context
Located adjacent to Truc Lam Zen Monastery, one of the largest Zen monasteries in Vietnam, the lake forms part of the Truc Lam - Tuyen Lam National Tourist Area and is a central landscape for Da Lat's ecotourism and resort culture.
Route
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