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archaeology ethnography Da Lat museum collections

4Research

Aug 22, 2026

Learn about the custom of chewing betel through artifacts at Lam Dong Provincial Museum

Since the early twentieth century, along with the process of formation and development of Da Lat urban area, residents from many regions throughout the country have come here to live and settle down. Communities are gradually formed according to groups of compatriots such as Ha Dong hamlet, Nghe Tinh hamlet, Anh Sang hamlet... Each community brings its own cultural characteristics, from accent, customs to daily activities. They not only bring with them production experience but also strive to maintain familiar habits from their homeland as a way to ease homesickness. Among them, chewing betel is a common practice in the family life and communication of residents here.

Imprints of the August Revolution through historical artifacts at Lam Dong Provincial Museum

Synthetic

Aug 14, 2026

Imprints of the August Revolution through historical artifacts at Lam Dong Provincial Museum

In the heroic atmosphere of those historic autumn days, looking back at the great victory of the August Revolution of 1945, we cannot help but be moved by the resilient and courageous spirit of our ancestors' generations. At the Lam Dong Provincial Museum, the simple and rudimentary historical memorabilia that are being respectfully preserved are vivid proofs, truly reproducing the rising spirit of the people of Lam Dong ethnic groups under the leadership of the Party.

The oldest school in the Central Highlands with unique architecture

Heritage Studies

Aug 05, 2026

The oldest school in the Central Highlands with unique architecture

Located on a hill and reflecting the bell tower into Xuan Huong Lake, a school with the oldest history in the Central Highlands has been recognized by the World Association of Architects (UIA) as one of the 1,000 typical architectural works of the world in the 20th century and was recognized as a National Architectural Monument in 2001. When coming to Da Lat, visitors can learn more interesting things about this school at the Lam Dong Provincial Museum.

July of gratitude: Lam Dong Provincial Museum - where historical memories are preserved and promoted

Heritage Studies

Jul 10, 2026

July of gratitude: Lam Dong Provincial Museum - where historical memories are preserved and promoted

When July comes, millions of Vietnamese hearts turn to War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27) with deep respect and gratitude. This is not only an opportunity to commemorate the great contributions of heroic martyrs, wounded and sick soldiers, and those who contributed to the revolution, but also to promote the tradition of "Repaying gratitude". In that noble journey, Lam Dong Provincial Museum still persistently carries out its mission of preserving and promoting historical values to connect the past with the present while arousing patriotism and national pride for the young generation. These efforts help light the fire of gratitude, preserve intact heroic memories and widely spread Ho Chi Minh's thoughts on war invalids and martyrs, so that the moral "When drinking water, remember the source" will forever live with the nation.