Buon Ma Thuot is the capital of the Dak Lak Province and worth visiting if you are in the area. It boasts natural beauty, a laid back and friendly atmosphere and welcoming locals.
Buon Ma Thuot is also the largest city in Vietnam’s Central Highlands and comes with a population of some 300,000, which, while small compared to Ho Chi Minh City’s seven million and Hanoi’s 3.4 million, is enough to give it a vibrant atmosphere and yet still retain a sense of tradition and local community.
Though the city is often overlooked by visitors, it’s only about 120 miles from the popular seaside resort of Nha Trang, making it a worthy deviation for anyone wanting to visit somewhere slightly quieter before heading north to Hoi An or south to Dalat.
Things to Do#
Buon Ma Thuot Attractions
- Ethnic villages
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Many of these are off limits to anyone not in possession of a permit, however, those closest to the town are open to visitors.
- Coffee plantations
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Tours are available and visitors are given the chance to sample coffee made from locally grown beans.