Xishuangbanna Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Manting Park Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Spend a Thai-style holiday in Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna General Buddhist Temple
A three-day trip to Banna with a great experience.
This is my second time to Banna. I was deeply attracted by the strong tropical style and delicious Dai cuisine last time. I have already visited all the major attractions around Banna last time, and the main purpose of this time is to lie flat in Gaozhuang, and relax and stroll around.
There are not many attractions in the urban area of Banna, or they are similar. The only ones worth visiting are Gaozhuang centered on the Big Golden Pagoda and Manting Park in Jinghong City (connected to the General Buddhist Temple).
Slow down and don't miss every alley in Gaozhuang. It seems that every alley in Gaozhuang can lead to the central Big Golden Pagoda, and every alley can make you see the shadow of Chiang Mai.
Avoid the crowds of 199 travel shots at night, if you can withstand the scorching sun of Banna during the day, you can see a different Big Golden Pagoda with one person.
Rent a small electric donkey, ride to the opposite bank of the Lancang River, and watch the Big Golden Pagoda with a group of "little elephants" at the Music Fountain Square.
In Banna, as long as you slow down, you don't need a strategy, and you can spend a few leisurely and comfortable days in Southeast Asia.
Manting Park in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan - The Royal Garden of the Dai King
Manting Park is located in the southeast of Jinghong, the capital of Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, about 2 kilometers from the city center, in the triangular area where the Lancang River and Liusha River converge.
Manting Park has more than 500 well-preserved ancient ironwood forests and vegetation. The park has hills and rivers, and has a rich ethnic cultural landscape. It is a natural village-style park. It used to be the royal garden of the Dai King and has a history of more than 1300 years. The scenic area embodies the three main themes of 'Dai Royal Culture, Buddhist Culture, and Dai Folk Culture'.
Manting Park is the oldest park in Xishuangbanna, with a history of more than 1300 years. It used to be the royal garden of the Dai King of Xishuangbanna. It was a place where feudal lords and chieftains played and admired flowers in Dai history. Legend has it that when the Dai queen came to the park, the beautiful scenery of the park attracted the queen's soul, so it was named Chunhuan Park, which means 'Garden of Souls' in Dai.
The main entrance of Manting Park is located on the south side of the park. The park is equipped with six scenic spots: Ethnic Culture Square; Vine Plant Area; Royal Orchid Garden; Release Lake; Buddhist Culture Area; Tree Planting Memorial Area.
The Buddhist Culture Area has the Xishuangbanna General Buddhist Temple - Wabajie, which is famous in Southeast Asia, and the White Pagoda, Octagonal Pavilion, and Release Lake. Here you can appreciate the rich Theravada Buddhism culture by offering incense, tying Buddha lines, releasing lives and other Buddhist activities, and visiting the Pali Sutra.
The 6,000 square meters of black heart forest in the park, with vines and strange flowers and trees, colorful and competing for beauty, providing cool shade in summer and pleasant coolness. The Release Lake with blue waves, green grass and colorful flowers is a great place for leisure and entertainment.
Best season: October to June is the best, avoiding the rainy season. Jinghong has no extreme heat in summer and no severe cold in winter, and it is warm and pleasant all year round. May to October each year is the off-season, which is the rainy season.
Recommended play: 6-8 hours
Ticket: 40.00 yuan
Opening hours: 08:00~17:30
Xishuangbanna | Princesses, please come to Banna
| Princesses, please come to Banna. The aftermath of the four-day and three-night tour of Vocal Xishuangbanna is really big! At this moment, I am still savoring it in bed! Let's talk about some nonsense with everyone~
🪄Airplane and wine🍷+preparation
I booked the flight and hotel more than a month in advance. There are direct or connecting flights from Shanghai, depending on individual needs. It is convenient and lively to choose to stay in the Gaozhuang scenic area.
Girls👧🏻 prepared a lot of clothes and accessories to make a big fuss, but you can actually buy them locally. Small camisoles, small skirts, beautiful bracelets, cute woven bags, etc. are cheap and affordable, and you can also experience the fireworks of the night market🎆! I was too lazy to bring anything like mosquito repellent, sunscreen, diarrhea medicine, power bank, etc. mentioned in the guide before departure. You can buy everything in Banna, and I have a reliable sister who is ready for everything! I want to mention that other guides say that there are few mobile power banks. I just came back and tell everyone that there are in hotels, roadside shops, night markets, and restaurants! After preparing the external things, the most important thing is to prepare a happy mood and look forward to the journey~
🪄Attractions+food and drink
Choose what you like for sightseeing! There is no such thing as stepping on thunder, different cities have different fireworks. Whether or not it meets psychological expectations, enjoy the journey and feel the present, and it will be colorful in life when you recall it later! Here is a key point: there are several temples in Banna, please pay attention to your dress when entering the temple!
For sisters👭 who love to take pictures📷 and don't pursue amazing tastes, you can try to go to the internet celebrity shop, the price of the dishes is moderate and the pictures are out. But I recommend small restaurants on the side of the road more. The environment is not so particular, but the taste is okay! Don't miss the snacks in the night market, eat something when you are tired from walking and playing, it's simply satisfying!
Tourism safety tips+prevention of infectious diseases Play and play, life is the first! Don't take a black car, Didi in Banna is very convenient, you can choose a taxi🚕 or a hotel🏨 shuttle! Remember to stay away from travel agencies that sell Myanmar day trips and messy tours! Politely refuse strangers who sell portraits everywhere, it is more reliable to consult in the store or find a good photographer in advance. Don't just follow strangers! Please be careful during the tour, be careful not to fall into the water and watch out for steps! Walk under the coconut tree and watch out for falling coconuts! Safety is the most important thing when you are out!
The most fierce thing in Banna a while ago was dengue fever. I specifically asked about it before departure. Fortunately, the dengue fever in November is not so fierce! But everyone still needs to pay attention to mosquito bites, wash their hands frequently, disinfect frequently, and spray some mosquito repellent from time to time. It's always good to pay more attention⚠️! Finally, I wish everyone a happy journey, no matter where you are, you can have a happy day🥰🥰!
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Manting Park in Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna | Dai sister's one-day experience card✨||| Must-visit tourist spot in Banna: Manting Park⛲️
🎫Ticket: 112 (for three people) Buy tickets in advance and enter the park with your ID
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❗️Although I still put on makeup today, I think the makeup of the Dai people is relatively simple and elegant. You can actually go to the night market to buy a set of clothes for 3.40 yuan and do your own makeup. There is really no need to spend money on makeup💁🏻♀️
📍There are many photo scenes in Manting, so whether you wear Dai costume or Western costume, you can find a suitable style to take pictures👌🏻I was always obsessed with Dai costume before, and now I regret a little bit. I should do the style that suits me, not wear clothes that I don't like to cater to the scene🫠
🙋🏻♀️Almost every step on the scene, there will be photographers inviting you to take pictures. The prices and styles are different. We did not invite photographers, just took pictures for fun📷
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Starlight Night Market Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Yunnan Xishuangbanna Starlight Night Market Thai girl photo
The Starlight Night Market is located at the foot of the unique 'Dai flavor' building in Xishuangbanna - Hongjing Dajinta, which is the largest and most characteristic night market in the Golden Triangle State. It is not far from the six-country water night market in Gaozhuang, where you can choose to take a boat tour and enjoy the beautiful scenery from different perspectives.
The highlight of the Starlight Night Market is that it reflects the rich Dai culture and customs. Here, you can see the dazzling lights, a variety of characteristic snack stalls, and tourists wearing Dai costumes shuttle among them. In addition, you can also find many local items in the night market.
In general, the Starlight Night Market provides an excellent opportunity for you to experience the fireworks and rich cultural heritage of Xishuangbanna in one place. However, it should be noted that although the food choices in the Starlight Night Market are diverse and local, the prices may not be cheap. Therefore, if you plan to visit the Starlight Night Market, you may need to do some budget planning.
An amazing starlight market you need to visit
Starlight night market in Xishuangbanna is one of the most amazing, craziest night markets in China.
It was complete culture shock on the first night we went. The roads were packed with bikes, cars and people. One could hardly move 😂. The streets were lined with food vendors and little shops. The fragrant smell of Chinese food filled the market as each vendor sold a different traditional dish.
Many people come here to get dressed up in traditional Dai clothing and take pictures all around the market.
Due to the climate in xishuangbanna one can visit this market all year round.
This is a must see at least once. It’s honestly a whole vibe to itself #passionpassport #urbanexplorer
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Xishuangbanna By Night✨
Rent a traditional outfit, hire a photographer and explore the market. Photoshoots are done until the AMs here. The city really comes alive at night.
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Insanely large night market 🌟 Food & stuff
Pictures speak louder than words ✌️
How to get there: came by scooter, center of the city
What’s to see: large nightmarket with all kind of stuff, from souvenirs over food down to clothes and pubs
Costs: free entrance
Time needed: 2-4h
What to look for: Go for that delicious food!
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Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Flew to Xishuangbanna specifically for the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden
You must visit 'Xishuangbanna' at least once,
Run under the tall palm trees in the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden.
The wind that blows past your ears is not only the wind, but also freedom.
The Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden is divided into east and west areas. The west area has a variety of plant types and the roads are very flat, which is friendly to the elderly and children💌.
🌴Palm Garden: A large area of palm trees are intricately arranged, giving a holiday feel.
🌿Aquatic Plant Garden: June to September is the recommended viewing period for Victoria amazonica,
Before August 31, visitors weighing less than 40 kg can experience sitting on Victoria amazonica for a fee.
🍀Exotic Flower Garden: You can often see dancing grass moving with the guide's singing.
💐Flower Garden: Suitable for taking photos and checking in. The pink paper fan flowers are super out of the picture, the large pink ones are the sepals of the flower, and the small yellow dots in the middle are the flowers.
I have imagined countless times,
The look of being in close contact with plants in nature,
What I felt in the 'West Area of the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden'
Is far more shocking and beautiful than my imagination✨.
You must come once to experience the specialness here.
📌Tips:
①There are sightseeing cars in the park, 50r/person for a single park area, and 100r/person for the east and west areas.
②If you have time to build slowly, it is recommended to stay in the Victoria amazonica Hotel in the scenic area and play at any time.
③Prevent mosquitoes and sun protection. Wearing solid color clothes is more out of the picture.
🚍Transportation:
🚃Bus: Xishuangbanna Passenger Station—Meng Lun Town, ticket price 23r.
🚌Scenic Area Direct Bus: You can take it at Gaozhuang and Poshui Square, the ticket price is 45r.
Escape to Tranquility at Xishuangbanna 🌴
中科院植物园 勐仑镇中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园景区 is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking peace and tranquility in China. 🌿🌺 Located in Mengla, Xishuangbanna, this botanical garden is part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and is a treasure trove of biodiversity.
📍Adreess 中国云南省西双版纳傣族自治州勐腊县勐仑镇, 中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园。Menglun Town, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China.
The garden boasts over 13,000 species of tropical plants, including rare and endangered species. Visitors can explore the gardens, learn about the various plant species, and take in the beauty of nature. 🌴
For those seeking a unique perspective, there are air balloons available for rides that offer an aerial view of the lush greenery and landscape. 🎈
Walking through the garden is a peaceful and calming experience, with the sounds of nature and the fresh air invigorating the senses. Visitors can take their time, enjoy the scenery and appreciate the beauty of the natural world around them. 🚶
In terms of ratings, Xishuangbanna · 中科院植物园 勐仑镇中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园景区 is highly recommended, with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on TripAdvisor. Visitors rave about the variety of plant species, the air balloon rides, and the peaceful and serene atmosphere. 🌟
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Tropical Botanical Gardens - paradise ！
This is a wonderful place for both families, couples and friends! Barbecue at the restaurant there is great and very cheap! Place for all photography lovers- total heaven!#awesomepic
The beauty of Yunnan 💙
These clips are from Xishuangbanna and a train ride through Guangxi province on the way.
The beauty here is unmatched to anything I’ve seen in China! 🥰❤️
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Big Buddha Temple Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Magnificent, it's too shocking | Xishuangbanna Big Golden Pagoda
Mengle Great Buddha Temple is the royal temple of the ancient Dai dynasty and the largest of all temples, its status is supreme, it is the holy land in the hearts of the Dai people, Buddhist culture, regional culture, etc. are available for viewing, it is built according to the national AAAAA level scenic spot standard.
At the top of the mountain is the Big Golden Pagoda, Nanlian Zen language performance, 360 glass plank road, 49 meters high auspicious Buddha, the first generation Dai king statue, Jingpiao Dadian, holy Bodhi tree, magnificent, very photogenic when taking pictures
Bathing Buddha and water splashing activities:
The first session: 14:00; The second session: 16:00
Release of auspicious peacocks:
Time: 09:30 11:00 13:00 15:00 17:00
If you want to take a battery car, it is recommended to go directly to the top of the mountain, and you can take a leisurely tour when going down the mountain.
Those with good physical strength are recommended to climb to the top on foot, if you want to worship Buddha, you need to be sincere, about 3000 steps.
Xishuangbanna Nanny-level Travel Guide takes you to enjoy Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna | After all, you have to have a winter to come over so that you don't regret it|||✅Translate the ancient Dai language name of Xishuangbanna into Chinese, which means "ideal and magical paradise"
Recommended reasons:
✅The only lush oasis on the Tropic of Cancer
✅China's only tropical rainforest reserve
✅Ji Xianlin's "Golden Country"
❇️Here the mountains and rivers are lush, there is no severe cold in winter, and there is no heat in summer. There is not only the romantic poetry of rain hitting bananas, but also the endless folk customs, and the exotic customs that can be felt without going abroad.
🕑Best travel season:
🔆Endless summer without winter, warm and pleasant all year round, with an average annual temperature of about 22℃. But different seasons experience different:
▶️November to February of the following year: The weather is dry and cool, suitable for outdoor activities and exploring natural landscapes, and it is a good time to watch wildlife and taste tropical fruits.
▶️March to May: The temperature is suitable, flowers and plants are blooming, and it is a good time to admire the sea of flowers and visit temples.
▶️June to October: The rainy season, high humidity. Although there is more rain in this season, it is also the green season of Xishuangbanna, where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of lush rainforests.
❇️In summary, November to May of the following year is the best tourist season in Xishuangbanna, but the specific choice still needs to be made according to personal needs.
𝙏𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙚. Tour route
🗺️The attractions of Xishuangbanna are relatively scattered. Generally, you will stay in Jinghong City and then play along the following 3 classic routes:
1️⃣City line (visit temples to understand Dai culture): Big Buddha Temple, Manting Park, General Buddha Temple
2️⃣East line: Dai Garden, Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Sky Tree
3️⃣North line: Wild Elephant Valley, Primitive Forest Park
⛲Recommended attractions:
✨ Manting Park
The local hot Dai King's Royal Garden, characteristic exotic architecture and tropical green gardens, many internet celebrity photo spots, you can wear Dai costumes to take pictures inside.
🎈Ticket: 40 yuan
🕐Play time 2-3 hours
✨Gaozhuang Starlight Night Market + Market Street
The market street during the day is suitable for taking pictures, the colorful houses are very fresh, and the night is a lively market. Coming out of the market street, you will see the Starlight Night Market. Every evening, stalls come in one after another. Handicrafts, Dai clothes, small ornaments, and various food night markets are all available. I guess this is the largest night market in the country!
✨General Buddha Temple
The temple not far from Manting Park, the historic Southern Buddhism temple, you can come to worship sincerely, or take pictures of the temple buildings here, which is very Thai. 0 Taking pictures requires respect for local customs, and you cannot take pictures in revealing clothes inside and outside the temple. Dai's bare shoulders and net shawls are not allowed to enter.
🎈Ticket: 0 yuan
🕐Opening hours: 8:00-18:00
Delicious food:
Let's talk about a few internet celebrity restaurants, Chun Wuli, Chunmei, Wantai, mamalao, Sky Tree White House, Xiaoyu Daiwei Barbecue, Thai Banna
1. Among these, we only checked in Wantai, Xiaowu, Thai Banna, and Sky Tree. The others are okay. Of course, these are all queued up. Maybe there are too many internet celebrity restaurants, and the store environment and service can't keep up. It is recommended that you can try the Sky Tree, which is more niche, no need to queue, and the environment is also good.
2. Summarize the snacks I ate these days: You must eat spring chicken feet! Egg bar lada! Burst tofu! Fruit crazy dazzle will not step on thunder, and it is very cheap! Basically, I can drink 3 a day O haha, and there is a grilled milk fan, I did not try, because there is a stinky smell, but my little sister likes it very much, it should be delicious
⚠️ 𝙏𝙞𝙥𝙨: (Things you must know about Xishuangbanna)
①Live in Gaozhuang, it is convenient to travel to various attractions
②The Dai clothes sold at the night market are all 50/set, don't be pitted
③The night market photos are very beautiful, but the photographers are uneven, you need to choose carefully
④There are many fake cat mountain kings on the street, it is recommended to buy at the fruit market
⑤Prepare mosquito repellent water, there are many mosquitoes
⑥Sun protection should be done well, the ultraviolet rays are very strong
⑦Bring a thin jacket, the temperature difference between day and night is large
⑧Don't believe in the scalpers selling tickets at the entrance of the scenic spot
🚗Transportation to Xishuangbanna:
✈️Plane: Direct flight is convenient, the price is slightly expensive
🚄High-speed rail: You need to transfer to Xishuangbanna Station in Kunming/Kunming South￥Plane + high-speed rail:
Fly to Kunming, there is a direct bus to the high-speed rail station outside Changshui Airport, and transfer to Banna by high-speed rail
🚙Local transportation:
Self-driving/appointment car/charter
You can also rent a cool little motorcycle, take your little sister around
Explore the tropical style, selected travel guide for Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna weather: Xishuangbanna is a tropical area, there is no winter, it is warm all year round.
Outfit suggestions: Explore the tropical style, selected travel guide for Xishuangbanna: short-sleeved T-shirt jacket with a skirt.
🚉Transportation guide:
1. Airplane: The destination is Jinghong Gasa International Airport. Although the plane is the fastest way, the cost is slightly higher, if the budget is sufficient, you can directly choose this method.
2. Transfer in Kunming: After the plane lands in Kunming, transfer to the high-speed rail, which takes about 3 hours. The advantage of this method is that the cost is relatively low, but the travel time will increase.
Choose the way to travel according to actual needs!
🗓Itinerary:
Xishuangbanna 4 days and 3 nights itinerary:
Day 1: After arriving in Banna, visit Wild Elephant Valley, Manting Park and General Buddha Temple.
Day 2: Visit the Primitive Forest Park and Nannuo Mountain Ancient Tea Mountain, and go to the Starlight Night Market at night.
Day 3: Visit Manzhang Dai Village and Dai Nationality Garden (experience the water splashing activity).
Day 4: Visit the Tropical Flower Garden and return.
Xishuangbanna 5 days and 4 nights itinerary:
Day 1: Fly directly to Xishuangbanna, and go to the Starlight Night Market at night.
Day 2: Visit Dadugang (10,000 acres of Pu'er tea mountain) and Manzhang Village in Wild Elephant Valley.
Day 3: Visit Mengle Great Buddha Temple (participate in lotus lamp blessings) and Primitive Forest Park (experience peacock release, parent-child park and jungle adventure).
Day 4: Visit the Chinese Academy of Tropical Botanical Garden and Manting Park (Royal Garden).
Day 5: Rest and send the plane home.
📝Note tips:
1. Bargain when shopping at the Starlight Night Market at night, shopping around ten o'clock in the evening will be more cost-effective.
2. The General Buddha Temple and Manting Park are connected, you can enter the General Buddha Temple from Manting Park, but you need to buy a ticket for Manting Park.
3. Xishuangbanna has a unique bouncing activity "Dai Di", it is not recommended to go to the Starlight Night Market, it is recommended to go to the Golden Beach Bar Street.
4. It is not recommended to take the hot air balloon in the botanical garden, you can only stay for 15 minutes after going up, and you are not allowed to use your mobile phone to take pictures, it is not cost-effective.
Tip: Since the attractions in Xishuangbanna are relatively scattered, friends who are playing for the first time must make a good travel guide, or consider joining the local pure play group, the cost includes food, accommodation, travel tickets, the itinerary is relatively free and not easy to make mistakes, save worry and save trouble.
Yunnan Xishuangbanna Travel Guide
On the first day, I went to Mengle Buddha Temple right after getting off the plane - taking an electric car up the mountain, the exterior of the building is very magnificent, with different human-faced beasts guarding all four doors, suitable for photo check-ins, it feels like Thailand, but the palace interior is not yet open for entry, can only visit around, down the palace is the spectacular and sacred statue of Sakyamuni Buddha, not many attractions, about 1 hour can be finished.
The next morning at half past eight, I started to go to - Wangtianshu Scenic Area, because I stayed in a hotel near Gaozhuang last night, it's far from Wangtianshu, so I set off early, Wangtianshu is a must-visit attraction in my opinion, not heavily commercialized, fully immersive in nature, various types of trees, Tyndall effect, and the rope on the tree more than 80 meters high, very interesting, can take pictures of outdoor adventure, through the tropical rainforest feel, highly highly highly recommended! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(In the evening, I had the very popular peacock rice, very distinctive, first time eating insects, tastes a bit like shrimp strips, this kind of meal is not hot, it's all prepared in advance and plated, so it's a bit cold to eat, not recommended for those with poor digestion)
After dinner, I went to Gaozhuang for a photo shoot, went to - Star Image Museum, bought 198 yuan 25 film 4 retouched 1 set of clothes, makeup and hair took about an hour, very delicate 'painted by a Northeastern girl, a bit unfriendly in speech, but very good at painting', overall service in the store is also very good, the shooting guy helped us find less crowded places '⚠️taking pictures on the boat costs 20 yuan', so there are no passers-by in the photos, took about two hours to finish, already exhausted, returned to the hotel to rest at more than two in the morning, after removing makeup and washing, it was about three or four in the morning before I went to sleep🥱!
The third day it rained and I went to Dadugang Ten Thousand Mu Tea Field - it's not the time to pick tea, tasted a few varieties, I like Yiwu raw tea, bought some, and was given a lot of other flavors of Pu'er tea, change to drink at home, in the afternoon went to Wild Elephant Valley to have an elephant meal, I think the elephant meal is better than the peacock meal, maybe this fruit is more abundant, watched the elephant performance, there is a rainforest performance I didn't watch, too tired went to a less crowded place nearby to have Dai-style milk tea, here is very commercialized, not very interesting to me. In the afternoon at more than four o'clock, I went to Manting Park again, the backyard of the Dai king, more palace buildings, a popular attraction, also very commercialized, those who want to take Dai photos for check-in can come, just appreciate the attractions.
In the evening, I went to eat mushroom hot pot, maybe I'm not used to it, not recommended, after a day's walk, my body was sore and I found a nearby Dai spa - Daizan Source, Dai-style chicken killing plus medicinal wine massage 65 minutes 138, really stretched my whole body, there will be sales in the middle, but the overall experience is okay.
The fourth day I took the park sightseeing car to - Primitive Forest, here there are peacocks flying and water splashing festival activities, but I didn't watch, I went to Line A to play high-altitude rope, 160 yuan 7 projects, girls with good physical strength can go, there are many climbing in the middle, the hemp rope is a bit abrasive, you can prepare a pair of gloves in advance, very exciting! In the evening, I stayed at Wyndham Hotel, I really like this, there is a swimming pool and a small balcony, the environment is also very nice!
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Yunnan Xishuangbanna Travel Guide
On the first day, I went to Mengle Buddha Temple right after getting off the plane - taking an electric car up the mountain, the exterior of the building is very magnificent, with different human-faced beasts guarding all four doors, suitable for photo check-ins, it feels like Thailand, but the palace interior is not yet open for entry, can only visit around, down the palace is the spectacular and sacred statue of Sakyamuni Buddha, not many attractions, about 1 hour can be finished.
The next morning at half past eight, I started to go to - Wangtianshu Scenic Area, because I stayed in a hotel near Gaozhuang last night, it's far from Wangtianshu, so I set off early, Wangtianshu is a must-visit attraction in my opinion, not heavily commercialized, fully immersive in nature, various types of trees, Tyndall effect, and the rope on the tree more than 80 meters high, very interesting, can take pictures of outdoor adventure, through the tropical rainforest feel, highly highly highly recommended! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
(In the evening, I had the very popular peacock rice, very distinctive, first time eating insects, tastes a bit like shrimp strips, this kind of meal is not hot, it's all prepared in advance and plated, so it's a bit cold to eat, not recommended for those with poor digestion)
After dinner, I went to Gaozhuang for a photo shoot, went to - Star Image Museum, bought 198 yuan 25 film 4 retouched 1 set of clothes, makeup and hair took about an hour, very delicate 'painted by a Northeastern girl, a bit unfriendly in speech, but very good at painting', overall service in the store is also very good, the shooting guy helped us find less crowded places '⚠️taking pictures on the boat costs 20 yuan', so there are no passers-by in the photos, took about two hours to finish, already exhausted, returned to the hotel to rest at more than two in the morning, after removing makeup and washing, it was about three or four in the morning before I went to sleep🥱!
The third day it rained and I went to Dadugang Ten Thousand Mu Tea Field - it's not the time to pick tea, tasted a few varieties, I like Yiwu raw tea, bought some, and was given a lot of other flavors of Pu'er tea, change to drink at home, in the afternoon went to Wild Elephant Valley to have an elephant meal, I think the elephant meal is better than the peacock meal, maybe this fruit is more abundant, watched the elephant performance, there is a rainforest performance I didn't watch, too tired went to a less crowded place nearby to have Dai-style milk tea, here is very commercialized, not very interesting to me. In the afternoon at more than four o'clock, I went to Manting Park again, the backyard of the Dai king, more palace buildings, a popular attraction, also very commercialized, those who want to take Dai photos for check-in can come, just appreciate the attractions.
In the evening, I went to eat mushroom hot pot, maybe I'm not used to it, not recommended, after a day's walk, my body was sore and I found a nearby Dai spa - Daizan Source, Dai-style chicken killing plus medicinal wine massage 65 minutes 138, really stretched my whole body, there will be sales in the middle, but the overall experience is okay.
The fourth day I took the park sightseeing car to - Primitive Forest, here there are peacocks flying and water splashing festival activities, but I didn't watch, I went to Line A to play high-altitude rope, 160 yuan 7 projects, girls with good physical strength can go, there are many climbing in the middle, the hemp rope is a bit abrasive, you can prepare a pair of gloves in advance, very exciting! In the evening, I stayed at Wyndham Hotel, I really like this, there is a swimming pool and a small balcony, the environment is also very nice!
Tropical paradise, southern secret land ~ Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna is the home of the Dai people. Due to its proximity to Buddhist countries such as Laos and Myanmar, Theravada Buddhism has deeply rooted here, and the Dai people are basically devout Buddhists. This green fairyland located at the southern end of China is a poetic boundary of the tropical rainforest. In addition to vast forests and numerous rare animals, it also hides ancient Dai culture and traditions. When you come to this land, you will be attracted by the deep integration of nature and historical culture. Whether it's exploring the rainforest, enjoying the scenery of the Mekong River, or experiencing the lifestyle of the Dai people, Xishuangbanna will create an unforgettable exploration journey for you. If you yearn for close contact with nature and experience the charm of exotic cultures, then Xishuangbanna is your ideal place. 1. Where to go first when you come to Xishuangbanna for the first time? ① Fly directly to Xishuangbanna, the airport is convenient and fast to the city, but there are few flights and the ticket prices are more expensive. ② Go to Kunming Changshui International Airport first, and then transfer from Kunming to Xishuangbanna. There are many routes and there are flights every day. And the transfer ticket is more than half cheaper than the direct flight. 2 Where is it convenient to stay when you come to Banna for the first time? ①. Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: Convenient transportation, there are many direct buses to the scenic area here, the accommodation price is affordable, there are many delicious foods nearby, and you can go to the nearby night market at night to eat and stroll~ (recommended) ②. Dadu Holiday Area: Mainly high-end hotels and apartment hotels, the environment is very good, but it is far from the city center ③. Jinghong City Center (near Poshui Square): Located in the city center, the price is moderate, the transportation is convenient, and it is very close to the riverside night market 3. What are the must-visit attractions in Xishuangbanna? ①. Manting Park: The back garden of the ancient Dai royal family. Taking pictures in Dai costumes is very attractive! ②. Wild Elephant Valley: China's only Asian wild elephant; there you can get close to elephants. ④. Primitive Forest Park: Known as the "Peacock Kingdom", there are thousands of peacocks and various wild animals. ⑤. Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences: Located in the tropical forest sea of Mengla County, it is known as the "miniature of the plant kingdom". Walking in the garden, breathing slightly damp fresh air, and cleaning your lungs. ⑥. Dai Garden: Dai culture exhibition, here you can experience the most authentic Dai style, and there is also a water-splashing festival. ⑦. Starlight Night Market: Asia's largest night market, there are many delicious foods at night, it is lively, good to stroll, good to eat, good to take pictures! ⑧. Mengle Great Buddha Temple: The ancient royal temple of the Dai people, where you can experience Buddhist culture and participate in water-splashing activities. ⑨. Jinghong Big Golden Pagoda: Near the Starlight Night Market, it is very suitable for taking pictures. It is recommended to go during the day. ⑩. Wangtianshu Scenic Area: Feel the magical and magnificent tropical rainforest at close range, you must experience the "air corridor" stimulation
In Xishuangbanna! Immersive experience of Dai Thai SPA
Family! Come to Xishuangbanna
Really need to experience a real SPA
Every day in Banna, walking around for thousands of steps👣
Of course, you also need to relax properly
Found this authentic Thai massage in Gaozhuang
Attracted by the sign from a distance
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Dai style
I really like this kind of mysterious feeling
The photos are too good📸
Experienced a 70-minute SPA massage for just over a hundred yuan
The enthusiastic service starts from the entrance
✔️Foot cleaning ceremony✔️Back push✔️Press retreat✔️Thai stretch
The whole person is relaxed and refreshed, and the fatigue is swept away
They provide 🆓 pick-up and drop-off in Gaozhuang scenic area
As long as you are tired, a phone call☎ will pick you up, the service is so good
After the end, I also ate the special mango🥭 glutinous rice
The experience is full of rituals! It's too valuable!
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📍Dai Jia SPA·Dai Thai Ancient Massage
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Xishuangbanna- Dajin Pagoda
📍Where : Starlight Night Market.
When should you visit: I suggest you visit both during the day and at night. When visiting during the day, the photos are absolutely beautiful when accompanied with a blue sky (often the case in Xishuangbanna).
When visiting at night, you get a stunning view of the Starlight Night Market! The Dajin Pagoda is lighted up and it’s absolutely beautiful!
Recommend itinerary: Visit the Pagoda around 5pm. From there, you can walk to the Grand Theater and experience the Campfire Party! Grand Theater is located near the Starlight Market so you can easily make your way back to the Pagoda from there.
Have fun!
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