Langbiang Mountain
Lang Biang Mountains is located on Lang Biang Plateau, Lac Duong District, Lam Dong Province. It’s only about 12km from Dalat centre and sometimes called Lam Vien Mountain as well.
Location & Legend
Located just 12 km from the center of Da Lat, Lang Biang Mountains rise majestically, serving as the picturesque backdrop to the city.
According to legend, the name Lang Biang originates from a tragic love story involving two lovers: the boy named K'lang and the girl named Ho Biang. Their romance blossomed after K'lang heroically saved Biang from a pack of ferocious wolves. Despite their deep love, societal pressures stemming from a long-standing feud between their tribes prevented them from marrying.
Photo by @chaen1226In one version of the tale, K'lang and Ho Biang eventually wed and moved to the mountains. Tragedy struck when Ho Biang fell gravely ill. K'lang returned to his tribe seeking help but was tragically shot with a poisoned arrow by his own people. In a twist of fate, it was Ho Biang who was struck as she tried to protect him. Heartbroken, K'lang's tears formed a stream, now known as the Dankia River (Golden Stream). Another version tells of the couple's ultimate fate when they chose to end their lives together rather than live without each other.
Photo by @nonopinceauIn both narratives, the despair of Ho Biang's father led him to reconcile the tribes, thus forming a unified group known as K'Ho, where intermarriage was accepted. The couple’s graves eventually transformed into the two towering mountains, honored through the renaming of the range to Lang Biang.
The Dalat’s Roof
Lang Biang encompasses the highest peaks in the Lam Vien Highlands, notably Lang Biang at 2,167 meters and the even loftier Bidoup Ban at 2,287 meters, making it popularly referred to as the roof of Da Lat. The mountain is renowned for its stunning natural scenery and offers breathtaking views over the expanse of Da Lat City, with its dense forests, winding rivers, and vibrant tribal villages.
Photo by @clare_0808
From the peak of Lang Biang Mountain, visitors can view the Golden Stream and Silver Stream, along with a panoramic vista of Da Lat, which resembles a lush green valley interspersed with two shimmering threads of water.
Visitor Information
Activities
Recommended activities for travelers to Lang Biang include camping, exploring the local flora, bird-watching, and immersing oneself in the rich culture of the ethnic minority communities. The mountains also offer exhilarating adventures such as mountain climbing, summit conquering, paragliding, and trekking. The nearby “Thung Lung Tram Nam” (Hundred-Year Valley) at the mountain's base is celebrated as an entertainment and ecological tourism site.
How to get there
For ease of travel, both cars and motorbikes provide a convenient way to ascend the charming route to Lang Biang peak. For those seeking a more rigorous experience, hiking to the summit typically takes around 3 to 4 hours.
Useful Information
- Location: Langbiang Mountain, Dalat
- Best for: Family, couple, solo
- Entrance: N/A
- Hours: All hours
- Distance to city center: 11.9km (7.4 mi)
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