The Secret of the Soul Garden: An Exploration Tour of Manting Park in Xishuangbanna

Manting Park used to be the private garden of the Dai kings of Xishuangbanna. It carries over 1300 years of Dai history and culture. The Dai people call it 'Chunhuan,' which means 'Soul Garden.' It is said that this name came about because the queen was deeply captivated by the beauty of the place while playing here, as if her soul was also captured by its beauty. Address: No. 35 Manting Road, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province Ticket: 40/person Opening hours: 08:00-17:00 Transportation: About 15/person by taxi from Gaozhuang, or you can ride a scooter for 20 minutes Travel Guide 👀 When you reach the Dai culture exhibition area, it's like entering a treasure trove of stories. You can see the living customs of the Dai people and how they have passed down their history from generation to generation. 👀 Walking slowly on the garden paths is like entering a magical world of tropical plants. The colorful flowers are so beautiful that you won't want to blink. 👀 Sitting in a small boat gently drifting on the lake, watching the water reflect the colors of the mountains, you feel especially peaceful, as if you've found your own tranquil haven. 👀 At the food stalls in the park, there are various delicious Dai foods waiting for you, such as fragrant grilled fish and soft glutinous rice. One bite will make you feel particularly satisfied.