A photo history of Da Lat market

Here we can see images of Da Lat market, located in Lam Dong Province, down the years through the lense of foreign photographers. Let’s take a look at how the bustling market grew and developed over time.

Here we can see images of Da Lat market, located in Lam Dong Province, down the years through the lense of foreign photographers. Let’s take a look at how the bustling market grew and developed over time.

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Da Lat market was originally built in 1929. It became an important part of Lam Dong province due to the brisk trade done in the area. (Photo: Tom Petersen)

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For most local people, the market was one of the few places where they could purchase goods. (Photo: Au Marché)

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Over time, ethnic minority people from neighbouring areas began going to the market to trade. (Photo: Au Marché)

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Each day the market became busier and more prosperous. (Photo: Au Marché)

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In its early days, the market had a simple and spacious layout. (Photo: Au Marché)

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In 1958 a famous pedestrian bridge was connected directly to Da Lat market. In recent times the bridge has become a popular check-in spot for young people. (Photo: Anthony LaRusso)