Da Lat railway station becomes a tourist destination

14:05 | 21/07/2024 Tourism Follow Ven.vn on

(VEN) - The Vietnam Railway Corporation has just announced the decision to recognize “Da Lat Railway Station” as a tourist destination with a view to make it a destination of culture, art, history and heritage.

Da Lat railway station becomes a tourist destination

The Da Lat railway station - photo: Giang Huy

In recent years, the railway sector has upgraded and developed various transport products on the Da Lat - Trai Mat route to form a complete service supply chain.

The top-hill station is not only an architectural marvel of the city but also a place that preserves the railway sector’s history. Currently, Da Lat Railway Station is a famous tourist destination that attracts visitors to explore history and experience train tours in Da Lat City.

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