Where is Da Lat after the 2025 Merger? A Future Travel Guide
Starting July 1st, 2025, Vietnam's provinces Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, and Dak Nong have officially merged into a larger province, which retains the name Lam Dong Province.
Despite administrative changes, Da Lat remains the heart of this newly expanded province – a beloved travel destination still nestled in the Central Highlands of Vietnam.
Is Da Lat still the same city?
Yes! Da Lat is still located in the Central Highlands, known for its cool climate, pine forests, waterfalls, and French colonial charm. It remains 300 km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City and is still the top destination for nature lovers, honeymooners, and adventure seekers.
How many wards does Da Lat have now?
As part of the administrative restructuring, the city of Da Lat has reduced its subdivisions from 12 wards and 4 communes to just 5 larger wards, each combining multiple areas from the former city and its outskirts.
The new ward names all include "– Da Lat" for easy identification on maps and travel platforms:
| New Ward Name | Formed from | What's there? |
|---|---|---|
| Xuan Huong – Da Lat | Former Wards 1, 2, 3, 4, 10 | Central Da Lat: Da Lat Market, Xuan Huong Lake, Bao Dai’s Palace |
| Cam Ly – Da Lat | Wards 5, 6 + Ta Nung commune | Cam Ly Waterfall, Linh An Pagoda, Cu Lan Village |
| Lam Vien – Da Lat | Wards 8, 9, 12 | Valley of Love, Dream Hill, XQ Hand Embroidery |
| Xuan Truong – Da Lat | Ward 11 + Xuân Thọ, Trạm Hành, Xuân Trường | Coffee farms, clay tunnel, rural attractions |
| Lang Biang – Da Lat | Ward 7 + Lac Duong Town + Lat commune | Lang Biang Mountain, Tuyen Lam Lake, Truc Lam Zen Monastery |
✅ All famous attractions like Datanla Waterfall, Crazy House, Langbiang Peak, Fresh Garden, and Thung Lung Tinh Yeu (Valley of Love) still exist – just under new ward names.
What is the new Lam Dong Province like?
After the merger, the new Lam Dong Province is significantly larger, with:
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Area: Over 24,000 km²
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Population: Nearly 4 million people
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Capital: Still Da Lat City
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Administrative Units: 20 district-level units, 124 commune-level units (down from over 200)
The province is now divided into key zones:
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Da Lat: administrative, tourism, and innovation hub
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Bao Loc: agriculture and logistics center
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Phan Thiet – Mui Ne: coastal tourism
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Gia Nghia (former Dak Nong): energy and hydroelectric development
So what does this mean for travelers?
If you're searching for “Where is Da Lat?” after 2025:
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You will still find the city in Vietnam’s Central Highlands
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It now consists of five major wards, all named clearly to include “– Da Lat”
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Travel apps, maps, and websites (like Google Maps) will automatically show the updated names and locations
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No change in travel experience: the landmarks, climate, and scenery are exactly the same
