Đồng Xanh Park (Công Viên Đồng Xanh), meaning “Green Field Park,” is a large cultural and entertainment complex situated on the outskirts of Pleiku City in the An Phú commune. This park is designed to encapsulate the essence of the Central Highlands, offering visitors a comprehensive and easily accessible view of the region’s diverse nature, history, and ethnic cultures.
Cultural Immersion and Architectural Replicas
The park beautifully showcases the rich heritage of the Gia Lai ethnic groups through authentic recreations.
Ethnic Village Replica: Đồng Xanh features authentic full-scale reproductions of traditional structures, including the nhà rông (communal house), nhà sàn (stilt house), and nhà dài (longhouse). These structures allow visitors to step directly into the daily life and architectural style of the Jrai and Bahnar people.
Ancient Artifacts: A significant highlight is the exhibit of giant fossilized trees, some dating back millions of years. These impressive geological artifacts demonstrate the immense, ancient natural history of the land, connecting the present culture to its deep past.
Religious Landmarks: The park also includes important cultural and spiritual replicas. For instance, visitors can see a meticulously crafted replica of Hanoi’s Chùa Một Cột (One Pillar Pagoda). A major attraction is the Đền thờ Hùng Vương (Hùng Kings Temple), which is considered the largest Hùng King shrine in the Central and Central Highlands region, symbolizing the unity of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups.
Nature and Entertainment
Spanning approximately 14 hectares, the park provides a vast, green, and well-maintained environment for recreation.
Lush Green Space: The park’s name reflects its location amidst sprawling green rice fields. It utilizes a landscape design that blends man-made features with natural beauty, offering peaceful walking paths and photo opportunities with scenic backdrops, including small lakes and landscaped gardens.
Family Fun: Đồng Xanh caters to families and younger visitors. It includes a designated entertainment area with various activities and games, providing a perfect spot for children to play and for families to relax on weekends.
Photo Opportunities: Designers included various themed areas for photography, such as koi ponds and flower gardens, ensuring visitors have plenty of visually appealing spots for taking pictures.
Visitor Information and Accessibility
The park offers a convenient and value-packed day trip experience from Pleiku City.
Location and Access: Đồng Xanh Park is located in An Phú commune, about 9 kilometers from the Pleiku city center. Tourists can reach it easily by taxi or motorbike, with the ride taking approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Admission Fees: The park charges an entrance fee. The current reference price is approximately 60,000 VNĐ for adults and 40,000 VNĐ for children. These prices provide access to all the cultural and scenic areas within the complex.
Hours and Contact: The park typically opens from 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM. Visitors can contact the park for event inquiries or specific details at the reference phone number: (0269) 3861 461.
Dining Options: The park features an internal food court or restaurant area where guests can sample local Gia Lai specialties, such as cơm lam (bamboo-tube rice) and various grilled Central Highlands dishes.
