If you want to see the majestic scenery in the mountains, you can’t miss the Pongour waterfall. The waterfall is known as Nam Thien De Nhat Dong, a masterpiece that nature bestows on the mountains and forests of the Central Highlands.
Pongour waterfall is also known as seven-tiered waterfall, Thien Nhai waterfall. Because the above stream is used for hydroelectricity, Pongour waterfall does not have as much water as before. However, the beauty of the waterfall has not diminished.
Pongour Waterfall is divided into seven floors, about 50 meters high, spread over 100 meters wide. The tower is surrounded by a large primary forest system of about 2.5 hectares with diverse vegetation. Seen from a distance, the waterfall is visualized as three steps. The stream of white water slowly pours down each step, the foam is white.
Where is Pongour Waterfall, the seven-tiered waterfall located?
The waterfall is located in Phu Hoi commune, Duc Trong district, Lam Dong province. About 50km from Da Lat city center, over 270km from Ho Chi Minh city. Although it is quite far from Da Lat, it is still impossible to stop the curiosity of many tourists. And they are bound to travel to this natural wonder spot.
The meaning of the name Pongour waterfall
Pongour is a French name transliterated after the K’Ho people. It means boss of the white clay. According to some geological documents of the French, this land has a lot of kaolin. According to K’Ho legend, the name Pongour means four horns of rhinoceros.
Legend of Pongour waterfall, seven-tiered waterfall
In the past, this land was ruled by a K’Ho female chief named Kanna who was extremely beautiful. She is not only beautiful but also very brave and brave like no other. With a talent for conquering wild animals, she made four large rhinos obey orders to move mountains to block streams. They cleared the fields for the villagers to cultivate and raise livestock. They also become combat warriors in battles against enemies, protecting villages. Therefore, life here is more peaceful and full.
On a full moon day in January of that year, Kannai took her last breath. Four rhinoceroses stood by her coffin day and night without leaving half a step. Do not eat or drink until you die.
Suddenly in the early morning, where the female chief rests, there is a waterfall standing tall. The gentle blue water flowing down is Kannai’s long hair stream. The top-down rocks supporting the stream are the horns of fossil rhinoceros. The extremely beautiful Pongour waterfall represents the strength of unity, attachment and mutual support between humans and the vast nature.
Why is Pongour waterfall, a seven-tiered waterfall so attractive to visitors?
Beautiful scenery along the way
Visitors can follow the main road that is not too steep to go down to the foot of the waterfall. Or follow the path with many stone steps to get down to the waterfall faster. From the foot of the waterfall, visitors will surely be overwhelmed by the Pongour waterfall, a seven-tiered waterfall. The beautiful scenery of nature is clearly visible in the eye.
Beauty in the dry season
In the dry season, the gentle water slowly pours down like a pure white silk. Soft and smooth stretches from the top of the waterfall to the lake below. The pure water is more prominent on the mossy rock, making people ecstatic.
The charm of the rainy season with heavy water
In the rainy season, the waterfall becomes more intense because of the large amount of water from upstream. Water and ice collided with each other, making the powder white. The sound of the waterfall resounded in a corner of the sky. Although standing not too close to the waterfall, visitors will also be soaked by the strong force of the water.
Festival at Pongour Falls
Pongour is the only waterfall in Vietnam that has its own festival held every year. The festival is held by the K’Ho people to commemorate the death of female chief Kannai. On the full moon day of the first lunar month, the festival takes place. Young men and women from all over the world flock to the spring festival.
Coming to the Pongour waterfall festival, visitors will be immersed in nature. Everyone together enjoy the special performances, dances of the K’Ho people. Joining together in folk games such as jumping jacks, throwing balls, tug of war… This is also an opportunity for people to learn and get to know many new friends.
When is Pongour waterfall, the most beautiful seven-tiered waterfall?
The most beautiful Pongour waterfall is probably in the early morning. When the dreamy waterfall wakes up, the dawn light dispels the mist. Drop by drop of water, the rocks are shining brightly in the morning sun. The sound of wild birds chirping harmonizes with the soothing murmur of streams. The primeval forest that surrounds the waterfall also stretches out its fresh green color to start a new day.
Pongour Waterfall and everything around at this moment seem to perform a dance in the background of joyful music. If you have been to other waterfalls in Da Lat, you will feel the different beauty of Pongour waterfall.
In which season should you go to Pongour waterfall?
Pongour Waterfall becomes most beautiful in the rainy season. At that time, a lot of water poured down, making the flow of the waterfall more beautiful. The rainy season will fall from July to November. You should also go to Pongour waterfall in the morning to see the best scenery. And enjoy the fresh air.
The path to Pongour waterfall
Because of visiting many other places in Da Lat, most tourists will choose to stay at hotels and homestays located in the city center. From the center of Da Lat city, follow Highway 20, cross Lien Khuong highway. At the fork near Quan Am Pagoda, follow the roadside signs to turn into the waterfall area. If you go by motorbike, you will have to park your car 15 minutes walk from the waterfall, you can walk to the waterfall or pay a fee to go by shuttle bus.
What to eat when traveling to Pongour waterfall
Because it is located in a tourist area, near Pongour waterfall, there are catering services. Guests will be served dishes of lam rice, leaf salad, can wine… Enjoying dishes imbued with the culinary identity of the Central Highlands next to the majestic waterfall “the most beautiful in Indochina” is nothing like this. Guests can also organize a fun picnic together. There is a barbecue rental service here, so you can bring fresh food to cook comfortably.
Note
The road from Da Lat to Pongour waterfall will have some dangerous slopes and crabs, so you must pay close attention to safety. You can climb up the stone steps at the waterfall to take pictures, but you should only go to the 4th floor. Do not go up too high because it is quite dangerous because the water flows strongly and is easy to slip. If you intend to organize eating and drinking next to the waterfall, you must always adhere to general hygiene and strictly prohibit all littering.
