According to the plan, the Dak Lak Cultural and Arts Center will be built on a 2.4-hectare site in central Buon Ma Thuot, with the provincial Civil and Industrial Construction Investment Project Management Board acting as the investor.

The project is expected to introduce an architectural space that reflects not only the identity of Dak Lak but also the broader cultural essence of the Central Highlands.

Beyond its physical presence, the center is intended to modernize urban infrastructure, enhance cultural and spiritual life for residents, and help bring the region’s artistic heritage closer to both domestic and international visitors.

The facility will include two basement levels and three above-ground floors, serving multiple functions such as cultural and commercial services, night-time tourism development and shared working spaces.

According to Tran Hong Tien, Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, the project is both necessary and urgent, as the current Cultural and Tourism Center has deteriorated and no longer meets operational demands or urban aesthetic standards.

Dak Lak is home to 49 ethnic groups, creating a rich and diverse cultural landscape. The province is also known for preserving traditional values, most notably the Space of Gong Culture, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity.

“In the context of new development demands, investing in the Cultural and Arts Center is essential,” Tien said. “The project is not only about replacing outdated infrastructure but also about creating an architectural space that embodies local identity, enhances urban scenery and integrates harmoniously with green spaces.”

Since July 1, 2025, Dak Lak has been re-established through the merger of the former Phu Yen and Dak Lak provinces. The new administrative unit spans more than 18,000 square kilometers and has a population exceeding 3 million, making it the third-largest locality in Vietnam by area.

Hai Duong