2025 Xishuangbanna Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

Stayed at a super satisfying rainforest hotel with the kids! Don’t overlook this hidden gem‼️ A warm little city with an average annual temperature of 22°C. This time we stayed at a treasure hotel with the kids 📌 Anantara Resort Thai-style architecture hidden in the rainforest, rooms surrounded by greenery The room I booked has a huge riverside terrace Open the window and a whole stretch of tropical plants sway right before your eyes🍃 - 🌴 Xishuangbanna must-do list #RainforestHiking The joy of barefoot creek walking is something only true fans understand #WildElephantValley Watching elephants bathe is super healing #CASBotanicalGarden A real-life botanical encyclopedia #ManzhangVillage Making Dai pottery by hand is so interesting - 🚗 Sharing our itinerary D1⃣ Arrive in Xishuangbanna - Starlight Night Market Hotel: Sunac Crowne Plaza All day: Arrived early to visit the [Great Golden Pagoda], in the evening visited the [Starlight Night Market], tasted snacks, strolled along the Lancang River, quietly enjoying the beautiful night view across the river D2⃣ Rainforest Adventure Hotel: Sunac Crowne Plaza ✔ Followed a guide into the rainforest, learned about bleeding trees ✔ Creek trekking to catch crabs, climbed a 30-meter banyan tree—super thrilling ✔ The kids kept saying “Wow! Mom, look at this!” D3⃣ Wild Elephant Valley - Dai Village Hotel: Sunac Crowne Plaza ✔ Acted as elephant caretakers, gave elephants baths and fed them ✔ Learned intangible cultural heritage Dai pottery in Manzhang Village, danced the elephant foot dance—so much fun ✔ Dinner was a Peacock Feast with hand-grabbed rice D4⃣ CAS Botanical Garden Hotel: Anantara Resort ✔ Walked 20,000 steps in the CAS Botanical Garden ✔ Checked off giant water lilies, dancing grass, and the bleeding heart tree ✔ Night tour to find fireflies—remember to bring a jacket! D5⃣ Happy return home from Xishuangbanna - 📮 Tips: 1️⃣ Xishuangbanna has a tropical rainforest climate, with an annual average temperature of 18-30℃, average 20℃, but July and August can still be a bit hot 2️⃣ Jino Mountain rainforest hiking is very interesting; the whole route is fun and not too tiring. Remember to bring rain boots and some snacks for energy 3️⃣ The night view at Starlight Night Market is really beautiful, but be careful with photos—many makeup and post-editing skills are not great 4️⃣ When traveling with kids, it’s recommended to join family-friendly tours for peace of mind. Don’t be tempted by low-cost tours; you get what you pay for. . 👉【Charter Tours】 【Customized Tours】 【Private Groups】 all available~ To get the same itinerary, tap the bottom left of the screen 【Chat with TA】 to get a plan!

In the Dai Autonomous Prefecture of Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, there is a very Southeast Asian-style temple called 'Mengle Grand Buddha Temple.' Located in Jinghong City, it is often referred to as 'Jinghong Grand Buddha Temple.' It was rebuilt on the site of the ancient royal temple of the Dai Kingdom, 'Jingpiao Buddha Temple.' The Theravada Buddhism prevalent in Xishuangbanna is very similar to that in Thailand, Myanmar, and other Southeast Asian regions, which is the Theravada Buddhism we are familiar with. No wonder the architectural style feels so familiar, with a strong Thai Lanna influence. Outside the temple stands a magnificent Buddha statue, 45 meters tall, said to be the largest outdoor Buddha statue in Theravada Buddhism, quite spectacular. The entrance fee is 120 RMB, which is not cheap, but there are performances to watch, and a unique peacock release event, though unfortunately, I missed it due to timing. If you don't want to climb the stairs up the mountain, you can choose to take the electric car. Overall, it is a well-developed tourist attraction.

#WinterTravel A large tropical botanical garden in Yunnan Province, China, is a paradise for nature lovers. 🪴 It gathers a variety of tropical plants from all over the world in one place, including large trees, rare plants, and special zones such as bamboo gardens, orchid gardens, and artificial rainforests. The garden has a well-organized, convenient, and suitable walking path for all ages. In addition to viewing the plants, you can also learn about the environment through conservation activities. 🐝 This place is suitable for both relaxation and studying nature. Opening hours: 08.00-18.00 every day 📍Location: Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province Getting there: Travel from Jinghong Airport by bus or private car for about 2 hours. 🌳 Come recharge with nature and take some beautiful pictures to share!

6-Day Tour of Kunming and Xishuangbanna, Yunnan: Enjoy the beautiful scenery and local customs! Don't miss this amazing itinerary! . 🛣️ Itinerary Suggestions: DAY 1: Arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport, transfer to hotel, free time after check-in. Summary: Arrive in Kunming, rest and adjust, and get ready for an exciting journey. DAY 2: Fuxian Lake—Sunshine Coast—Tropic of Cancer Park in Mojiang Summary: Enjoy the tranquil beauty of Fuxian Lake, the warmth of Sunshine Coast, and the mystery of the Tropic of Cancer in Mojiang. DAY 3: Sun River National Forest Park—Xiniu Ping Scenic Area in Pu'er National Park—Wild Elephant Valley—Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Summary: Walk through the forest and get close to nature; encounter rhinos and wild elephants and experience the unique charm of Xishuangbanna. DAY 4: Nannuo Mountain—Mengle Cultural Tourism Zone in Xishuangbanna—Lancang-Mekong River Night Song and Dance Bonfire Party Summary: Climb Nannuo Mountain and enjoy the aroma of tea; visit Mengle Cultural Tourism Zone and enjoy the song and dance bonfire party at night. DAY 5: Manjingdai Dai Ecological Village Summary: Visit a Dai village, experience the local customs, and enjoy the original Dai culture. DAY 6: Tourist Distribution Center, transfer to Kunming Changshui International Airport, return home. Summary: End your pleasant trip to Yunnan, return home with a full load, and look forward to your next trip. . Some Tips: - Customs: Respect Dai culture, experience the Water-Splashing Festival, and enjoy the unique festive atmosphere. 🎉 - Photo Spots: Dai Water Town and Yinchang Shangzhai, don't miss the beautiful scenery and leave good memories. 📸 - Weather in December: Warm and comfortable during the day, but a little cool at night, so remember to bring a light jacket. 🧥 - Food: Try Dai barbecue, bamboo rice, and other local specialties in Xishuangbanna. 🍜 . ✨️ Don't forget to like and save this post. For more travel tips for Kunming and Xishuangbanna, follow me and I'll show you how to explore Yunnan without any pitfalls! ✨️

I brought my mother to Xishuangbanna for a vacation, and I have to say, it feels good to travel during off-peak hours. Day 1⃣ We arrived in Xishuangbanna at noon, rested in the hotel, and set out for Shwedagon Pagoda at around 4 o'clock. After taking some random photos, I had dinner and then found Trip Moments Starlight Night Market. Day 2⃣ Charter a car to the Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. I originally planned to visit both the East and West Parks, but it was too hot, so I went back to the hotel to rest after visiting the West Park. Day 3⃣ Charter a car to Jingmai Mountain, a new world cultural heritage. The World Heritage Exhibition Center → Nuogan → Wengji → Shenshu Coffee in Jingmai Dazhai☕️, In the middle, we asked the master to stop at the Queen Bee Tree and Princess Banyan Tree to check in, and we accidentally walked to Wengwa Village. Day 4⃣ Manting Park, but unfortunately the Zong Buddhist Temple was not open that morning, so we missed it. After lunch in Gaozhuang, we returned to the hotel to rest and set off for Prajna Temple and Dai Village Water Town at 15:00. After dinner, I strolled around the Xingguang Night Market. 🏨Accommodation We all stayed in Gaozhuang. Maybe it wasn't the peak season, so it wasn't so noisy that we couldn't sleep at night as people said online. 🍜Dining Stay in the hotel in the morning, eat casually on the way at noon, and have a big dinner at night. Mushroom hotpot, peacock banquet, Southeast Asian creative dishes...I choose to eat them in restaurants because I’m afraid the night market is not very hygienic.

The ancient Dai name of Xishuangbanna means "an ideal and magical paradise" in Chinese. ✅ The only lush oasis on the Tropic of Cancer ✅ The only tropical rainforest reserve in China ✅ The "Golden Kingdom" in Ji Xianlin's writing 📍Jinghong, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province 🚕 Transportation: High-speed rail 🚄 or plane ✈️, the high-speed rail station and airport are next to each other Main attractions: Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Jinghong, Manting Park, Lancang-Mekong Night Market, Dai Park, etc. 🧐🧐 Main attractions 1. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden: One of the largest tropical botanical gardens in the world, where you can get up close and personal with a variety of tropical plants and experience the atmosphere of a tropical rainforest. 2. Jinghong: As the capital of Xishuangbanna, there are many places to eat and shop, and it is also a great place to experience Dai culture. 3. Manting Park: A park that combines natural scenery and cultural landscapes, where you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and the architectural art of Dai culture. 4. Lancang-Mekong Night Market: A great place to experience Xishuangbanna's nightlife, with a variety of night market snacks and entertainment activities. 5. Dai Park: A place to learn more about the history and culture of the Dai people, including visiting traditional Dai architecture and participating in traditional Dai festivals. 👀👀 Food recommendations 1. Dai-style barbecue: Xishuangbanna's barbecue is very famous, especially Dai-style barbecue, which has a unique taste and is worth a try. 2. Sour fish soup: A Dai specialty dish, sour and spicy, very appetizing. 3. Tropical fruits: Xishuangbanna has a wide variety of tropical fruits, such as durian, jackfruit, mango, etc., which are not to be missed. 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Travel tips 1. Xishuangbanna has a hot and humid climate, so please take sun protection and mosquito repellent measures before traveling. 2. Learn about local customs and festivals in advance to better experience the local culture. 3. Pay attention to food safety and hygiene when tasting food at night markets. 4. Respect local customs and religious beliefs to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings and conflicts.

1. Shwedagon Pagoda (Pictures 01-05) The Shwedagon Pagoda Temple is located on the site of the ancient Buddhist temple Wazhuangde, which is more than 1,300 years old. It is now the main Buddhist temple in Jinghong City, in charge of all 205 temples in Jinghong. It is a holy place for spreading Theravada Buddhist culture. The abbot is Hubahan Ting, president of the Jinghong Buddhist Association. Buddha relics are enshrined on the top of the temple tower, and a jade Buddha carved from a large stone from the Mekong River donated by Thailand is enshrined on the first floor of the tower. In the square in front of the temple stands a statue of Elder Wubaguda, who is known by the people as the "Arhat who eliminates disasters and conquers demons." Tips～ A. Transportation strategy: Stay in Gaozhuang and walk there. B. Temple Tickets: 30 yuan for visiting the main hall. 2. Zongfo Temple (Pictures 06-10) The Zongfo Temple is located on Baji Road, Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Prefecture. It was built in 615 AD and has a history of more than 1,400 years. According to legend, it was built by two Burmese monks who came to Xishuangbanna to preach Buddhism. It is the first Buddhist temple built after the introduction of Theravada Buddhism into Xishuangbanna. Today, the Zongfo Temple has become the traditional cultural center of the Dai people, a bridge for friendly exchanges with Southeast Asian Buddhist countries, and a window for China's Theravada Buddhism to be presented to the world. It is precisely because of the long history and respected status of the Zong Buddhist Temple that it enjoys a high reputation throughout Southeast Asia. Therefore, the Zong Buddhist Temple is a well-deserved pilgrimage center in Xishuangbanna! Tips～ A. Transportation strategy: drive or take a taxi. B. Temple tickets: free. 3. Prajna Temple (Pictures 11-15) In the 3rd century BC, Asoka, the third king of the Maurya dynasty, unified most of India and made it the largest empire in Indian history. King Asoka was a devout believer in Buddhism, gave generously to monks, and sent out nine missions to spread Buddhism at home and abroad. The eighth delegation reached the Golden Land, namely Lower Burma and Central and Southern Thailand. Later, Buddhism spread throughout Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and other Southeast Asian countries. In the 7th century AD, Buddhism was introduced to the Dai and Shilang ethnic groups in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province, China, and has been passed down to this day. In the 295th year of the Dai calendar (833 AD), Elder Padmaha Ananda, who came to Xishuangbanna to preach Buddhism, led a group of monks and, under the support of King Zhaopengmalaza, built the Prajna Pagoda together with villagers from various villages led by Paya Zheng of Manzhen Village, Paya Balanmashan of Manying Village and Balanmapeng Wengzai of Manzhuangxie Village. The center of the stupa is 122 feet deep (about 8.5 meters), and it is said that it houses two strands of Buddha's hair. From 990 to 1006 in the Dai calendar (1628 to 1644 AD), the Prajna Pagoda was rebuilt, the original foundation was dug up, and four Buddhist relics were placed in the center of the pagoda. Tips～ A. Transportation strategy: drive or take a taxi. B. Temple tickets: free. Note: During your visit, please abide by the temple's regulations, such as no smoking, no shorts, short skirts or off-shoulder clothing, etc. At the same time, do not touch the Buddha statues and murals to avoid damaging the cultural relics. #Temple #Temple Travel #Yunnan #100 Ways to Travel #GlobalTravel

🚩Travel Route 1. Golden Pagoda Temple——Manting Park + Zongfo Temple——Starlight Night Market 2. Manting Village (Dragon Fruit Base)——Manzhang Village Xishuangbanna Station to Wild Elephant Valley Station (about 11 minutes, second-class train ticket price 8-9 yuan): After exiting the station, take a taxi or a tricycle on your own. Wild Elephant Valley Station is very close to Manting Village and Manzhang Village. Manting Village has a dragon fruit base where dragon fruits are very cheap, you can buy a bunch for a few yuan. 3. Primitive Forest Park (many peacocks)——Prajna Temple 🏖️Must-Visit Attractions 1. Golden Pagoda Temple; 2. Starlight Night Market; 3. Manting Park + Zongfo Temple; 4. Primitive Forest Park; 5. Prajna Temple; 6. Manting Village; 7. Manzhang Village. 🚇Transportation: High-Speed Rail + Taxi + Walking. 🍜Specialty Foods: Lemon Cold Rice Noodles, Old Granny Potatoes, Sweet and Spicy Potatoes, Fried Ribs, Mixed Vegetables, Pickled Meat Fried Rice, Pounded Chicken Feet, Spicy Beef Yellow Throat, Vietnamese Grilled Meat Noodles, Boss Wu's Fried Noodles, Fried Glutinous Rice Balls, Apple Chicken Feet, etc. 🏠Accommodation Recommendations A. Jiuyun Tianqi Dai Village Garden Hotel Located in Gaozhuang, close to Starlight Night Market, just a few minutes' walk away. B. Xishuangbanna Yuntou Sheraton Grand Hotel Far from Gaozhuang, close to the airport, train station, and Great Buddha Temple. 💡Notes (Temples): During the visit, please follow the temple regulations, such as no smoking, no wearing shorts, short skirts, or off-shoulder clothes. Also, do not touch the Buddha statues and murals to avoid damaging the relics.

Welcome to Xishuangbanna, located at the southernmost tip of China and known as the 'Leisure Warm Capital of China'! 🌉 The golden cable-stayed bridge opens its arms to us visitors under the blue sky and white clouds. The sky is exceptionally blue, and the clouds are so pure and white! The pagoda-style buildings in Jinghong City exude Southeast Asian exoticism 🛕, and the rows of tall 🏝️ coconut and palm trees 🌲 emit the fragrance of the tropical rainforest 🏞️. Tasting the traditional Dai cuisine and Thai food in Xishuangbanna 🍲 makes you feel like you are in Southeast Asia, offering a unique travel experience ✈️

Brothers who are planning to travel to Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, don’t want to Those who have spent time making the guide, come and copy the homework~ I spent a day Time management is very careful If you need to use it when traveling to Xishuangbanna recently, please save it quickly~ Travel Preparation Documents: ID card, student ID card Electrical appliances: chargers, power banks, headphones, cameras Others: umbrellas, band-aids, motion sickness medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, etc. Itinerary Overview DAY1: Arrive in Xishuangbanna and stay at Gaozhuang Xishuangjing DAY2: Zhongke Botanical Garden - Wild Elephant Valley - Starlight Night Market - Jinghong Shwedagon Pagoda DAY3: Primitive Forest Park - Dai Village - Mengle Grand Buddha Temple DAY4: One-day tour to Daluo Solitary Tree Forest on the China-Myanmar border DAY5: Sleep until you wake up naturally and return home Banna Food Recommendation: Specialties: Hand-pulled rice, pounded chicken feet, lemongrass grass carp, pineapple rice, mango salad, etc. Fruits: Coconut, sugar apple, mango, tropical banana, sweet corn, jackfruit, etc. △ Notes: Xishuangbanna is very hot and the ultraviolet rays are very strong, so you must pay attention to sun protection.

Baozis😜😜😜, have you thought about your travel plans for July🤔🤔🤔? Today I'm going to highly recommend a super detailed Xishuangbanna travel guide🎈🎈🎈! This place is simply a paradise for vacation😍😍😍! 🌏 Xishuangbanna is located at the southernmost tip of Yunnan👀👀👀, boasting unique tropical rainforest scenery🌴🌴🌴 and rich and charming ethnic customs🎉🎉🎉. 🏞️ The travel itinerary is planned as follows👇👇👇: Suggested duration of the trip: 5 days and 4 nights🤗🤗🤗. Day1️⃣: Arrive in Xishuangbanna - Check into the largest local hotel🏨 Jinghong Manxiyu Hotel - Take a good rest😴😴😴. Day2️⃣: Manting Park🌸🌸🌸 - Zongfo Temple🙏🙏🙏 - Liu Guo Water Market🚣🚣🚣. Day3️⃣: Wild Elephant Valley🐘🐘🐘 - Primitive Forest Park🌳🌳🌳. Day4️⃣: CAS Botanical Garden🌷🌷🌷 - Dai Ethnic Garden🧚🧚🧚. Day5️⃣: Happy return trip✈✈✈. 🎫 Some attractions are free of charge😜😜😜, such as Manting Park and Zongfo Temple🤩🤩🤩. 👀 Next, I will introduce in detail the unique features of these 9 attractions😎😎😎: Manting Park: This was once the royal garden of the Dai nobility💐💐💐, filled with exotic charm😍😍😍, and you can also join in the super fun bonfire party🎇🎇🎇. Zongfo Temple: The architectural style is unique👍👍👍, and it's super photogenic📸📸📸. Wild Elephant Valley: You can observe wild elephants up close🐘🐘🐘, and experience their cuteness and playfulness😜😜😜. Primitive Forest Park: Stroll through the forest🌲🌲🌲, and fully enjoy the beauty of nature🤗🤗🤗. CAS Botanical Garden: Countless rare plants await your discovery👀👀👀, a great place to increase knowledge👏👏👏. Dai Ethnic Garden: Experience the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Dai people🎊🎊🎊, and feel the different local customs🤩🤩🤩. Liu Guo Water Market: The place is brightly lit at night✨✨✨, creating a full atmosphere🤩🤩🤩. Starlight Night Market: A perfect combination of delicious food and beautiful scenery🌃🌃🌃, making you linger😋😋😋. Daijin Tower: One of the iconic buildings of Xishuangbanna🧐🧐🧐, don't forget to check in and take photos📸📸📸. 💖 Jinghong Manxiyu Hotel is really great👏👏👏! Not only does it have a luxurious swimming pool👍👍👍, but also thoughtful and attentive service😘😘😘, making your stay comfortable and secure🛏️🛏️🛏️. 🎉 The local snack street is absolutely amazing😋😋😋! 💛Jiangbian Night Market: The food here is dazzling😍😍😍, with barbecue🍢, pounded chicken feet🐔, Lao coffee☕... each one makes you drool🤤🤤🤤. 💙Gaozhuang Night Market: All kinds of special snacks are available🤩🤩🤩, along with many exquisite handicrafts🎁🎁🎁. 💚Starlight Night Market: The perfect blend of food and scenery✨✨✨, eating while playing is simply too cool🥳🥳🥳. 💜Nanla River Starlight Night Market: The lively atmosphere will keep you partying non-stop🎉🎉🎉. 🤗 In summary🤗, Xishuangbanna is a place you won't want to leave once you come👍👍👍. Beautiful scenery🌴🌴🌴, rich ethnic customs🎉🎉🎉, delicious food😋😋😋... everything is fascinating🤩🤩🤩.

Xishuangbanna, I sincerely recommend going in the off-season of June-July, please take advice❗||| Rush! Going to Xishuangbanna in the off-season is too fragrant🔥 It's only 1k+ per person for 5 days, with cheap accommodations and flights. Friends who have time can rush, practical travel strategies are ready, it is recommended to take note! ～ 🕰Duration: 5 days and 4 nights 🌇Hotel options: Local luxury and comfortable hotels 💰Estimated cost: 1000+ per person (including accommodation, food, transportation, and attraction tickets) 👫Travel method: Yunnan local group, providing private car transfers 🛤Recommended attractions: Gaozhuang Xishuang Scenery, Primitive Forest Park, Starlight Night Market, Manting Park, Wild Elephant Valley, Dai Ethnic Garden, etc. ～ 🚉Xishuangbanna travel transportation: ✈️Convenient transportation: Direct flight to Xishuangbanna Gasa Airport 🚄Cost-saving transportation: Fly to Kunming—Transfer to high-speed rail to Banna (3 hours) ～ 🚉Itinerary overview 📸Day 1⃣: Gaozhuang➡️Riverside Night Market Arrive and be transferred by private car to the hotel🏙 to rest, visit Gaozhuang Walking Street, wear Dai👗 costumes for photos, taste Dai snacks🍣, and enjoy riverside hand drum folk songs 📸Day 2⃣: Wild Elephant Valley➡️Primitive Forest Park Traverse the tropical rainforest, head to Wild Elephant Valley, search for Asian wild elephants🐘, interact closely, take photos for memories, then go to 🌲Primitive Forest Park, watch peacocks flying and ethnic performances, feel the charm of nature and ethnicity 📸Day 3⃣: Manting Park A day for photos, head to Mengle in the morning, reach the top of the mountain for great photos, visit Manting Park in the afternoon, admire the beautiful tropical flowers and take portraits, and attend a bonfire🔥 party in the evening, singing and dancing 📸Day 4⃣: Dai Village➡️Dai Ethnic Garden➡️Starlight Night Market Take a car to the Dai village, experience the simple style, experience folk customs, participate in the Dai Ethnic Garden's water-splashing festival🌊, go to Gaozhuang Xishuang Scenery in the evening, stroll through the Starlight Night Market, taste special foods, and enjoy the Banna night view🌉 📸Day 5⃣: Sleep until naturally awake, driver sends to the station, return home ～ ✅For sisters who are visiting Xishuangbanna for the first time, you can join a pure play small group without worrying about transportation between attractions! Enjoy popular attractions in Xishuangbanna worry-free! Full-time butler-style attentive service, comfortable and carefree!

| An exotic journey on the China-Laos Railway]. Xishuangbanna is the hometown of the Dai people. Each of their villages is built by the water. From bathing the Buddha, splashing water, bathing, dragon boating, washing, etc., every aspect of life is inseparable from water. So they are called the "water" nation. Every year from April 13th to 15th, you can come to Xishuangbanna to experience the traditional festival of the Dai people - Water Splashing Festival, which is also the Dai New Year in Xishuangbanna. In this joyous festival, whether you know each other or not, you can splash water on each other to pass on blessings, symbolizing the good times of bidding farewell to the old and welcoming the new. Xishuangbanna is a holy place of Theravada Buddhism. Each Dai village has its own pagoda, as well as small pagodas on the wells as decorations. When Dai boys are of school age, they are usually sent to Buddhist temples to study, becoming young monks for a period of time, and then returning home after graduation. In Xishuangbanna, everyone must remember two animals: elephants and peacocks. Legend has it that Sakyamuni came to Xishuangbanna riding an elephant, so elephants have a sacred status in the hearts of the Dai people. Peacocks are regarded as "auspicious birds". Many Dai people raise peacocks in their homes. During festivals, they also perform the famous peacock dance "Ga Luo Yong". Dense tropical rainforest, mysterious Southern Buddhism, rich exotic customs, Xishuangbanna is a place you must visit once in your life.

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

I unilaterally declare that this is the most beautiful hotel I have ever stayed in Banna There aren't enough pictures! 360-degree hotel with no blind spots! Stayed for 3 nights and didn't want to leave at all! The swimming pool in the yard ahhhhhh! ! ! Every shot you take turns to be special! ! Any camera position can dominate pyq I took about 10,000 photos. The room is big enough, the bathroom is separated into dry and wet areas, and there is a large bathtub for bathing! Complete home appliances, small refrigerator, safe, tea set The hotel also has its own restaurant, gym and laundry room Butler service, liberate yourself 🏠Siwa Oasis

Qingmei Thai Restaurant in Banna, an unforgettable Thai food journey! Two people ordered a double set meal, which was generous and economical ~ - 🌟Zhu Lalong Gong Seafood MAMA Noodles: Selected fresh and rich shrimp squid and other seafood, with rich Thai sour and spicy soup base and sterile eggs, every bite is memorable. 🌟Laozhi Small Octopus: Fresh small octopus with special sauce, fresh and tender, sour and spicy, is a delicious dish you can't miss. 🌟 Mango Sticky Rice: Sweet and tender sticky rice with fresh mango, rich in texture, is a classic Thai dessert. The restaurant has a unique decoration style, blending rich Thai style and modern elements, creating a comfortable and cozy dining environment, and it's also very photogenic! The service is good, and the dishes are served quickly! 🚪: Qingmei Thai Restaurant 📍: Building 5, No. 106, Bodhi Avenue, Jingmeng Village (next to the Big Golden Tower)

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.

If you come to Xishuangbanna Undecided where to eat authentic mushroom hotpot I recommend this to you👇🏻 "Nanhua Dianlin Mushrooms Wild Mushrooms Stone Pot" So authentic that even the locals would fill up the restaurant I felt it when I first went there😋 Nanhua has a rich variety of mushrooms You can eat a lot of mushrooms you have never seen before But don't worry about getting hit☠️ The waiters will help you put the mushrooms into the pot🍲 His home is newly decorated. Elegant white with some green plants Gives a relaxing and warm feeling 🈶️Private room suitable for gathering with family and friends We ordered 👇🏻 The mushroom soup base is paired with local free-range chicken, the taste is great Ham luncheon meat combination and wild mushroom platter 👍 Delicious porcini ➕ bamboo mushroom ➕ boletus ➕ chicken fat yellow ✔️ The soup with cordyceps flowers and Agaricus blazei is so sweet Vegetable platter is also indispensable, green and healthy is a must I'll have another cup of Yunnan health tea to end my meal beautifully. Be sure to drink their mushroom soup 🥣 It's very delicious

Xishuangbanna Guide 👉 Nanhua Mushroom Baby·Wild Mushroom Stone Pot A unique cave style theme deeply attracted me 🤩 It feels like being in a mysterious cave in Xishuangbanna Moreover, the store is dotted with lush green plants. Adds a fresh atmosphere 🍊🌿 The waiters in the store are smiling, warm and thoughtful. I like all the recommended dishes💕 The mushrooms are authentic and taste great! The soup base is made of mushrooms, which is very delicious. I just can't stop 🍵🍗 Recommended dishes include local free-range chicken and Yunnan Xuanwei ham The chicken is tender and juicy, and tastes smooth and delicious; The ham melts in your mouth, and the salty flavor is just right🍗🍖 You can add a wild mushroom platter and a vegetable platter The wild mushrooms here are fresh and rich, with a wide variety of Every bite is full of surprises! The vegetable platter offers a variety of fresh vegetables Eat healthy and delicious 🍄🥗 🍹Freshly squeezed lemon juice and passion fruit Both juices exude a rich fruity aroma Sweet and sour taste Just one sip will give you a refreshing taste experience🍹🍋 Comment: A hot pot restaurant that makes people linger 🔥✨

Hidden in the villa area, the detached homestay let me experience Egypt in China Yes! It's Siwa Oasis! . The arched gate instantly gives a sense of déjà vu of the Middle East The large swimming pool, tall coconut trees🌴 The stairs leading directly to the top floor, the desert-style decor Every shot is a masterpiece📸 Lying leisurely on the sofa in the sun Swimming in the pool, it's really not inferior to Egypt . Butler-style intimate service Equipped with a restaurant, laundry room, gym The room also comes with a small courtyard🌴 Convenient transportation, I really like it and don't want to leave . 🌴Siwa Oasis .

Siwa Oasis is a "paradise" hidden in the Egyptian desert I didn’t expect that there is a Siwa Oasis hidden in Xishuangbanna. The desert castle style is very eye-catching Any random shot is very good The room we stayed in had a small yard and a small attic. The children are fighting to sleep in the small attic The large bathtub in the bathroom has a high safety factor If you feel that Gaozhuang is too noisy, you can arrange it here It is only a few kilometers away from Gaozhuang Xishuangjing It is also very convenient to call a taxi~ Nearby Tours: 1⃣️3.5 km from Manting Park/Big Buddha Temple, 8 minutes by taxi 2⃣️5 kilometers from Gaozhuang Xishuangjing, 10 minutes by taxi Accommodation: Siwa Oasis Resort Address: Building 11-2, Century Jinyuan Aojiangyuan, Jinghong City Ps: Aojiangyuan is actually a community of single-family villas with many theme hotels/B&Bs. We really like the one we live in!

When you come to Banna, you must have a peacock banquet. If one time is not enough, you can come two or three times. The Peacock Banquet has a particularly interesting shape, with a variety of dishes combined that are both beautiful and delicious. There are so many delicious things on one plate: 1⃣️Pineapple Rice 2⃣️Glutinous rice 3⃣️Fried Rice 4. Roast Chicken 5. Barbecue 6⃣️Tilapia 7⃣️Lotus Leaf Cake 8. Watermelon It is really good with various dipping sauces. You can eat it directly or pick it up with your favorite dipping sauce. It is especially recommended for 2-4 people, as fewer people will not be able to finish the meal. The portion is quite large. Address: Princess Dai Peacock Feast Hand-Pulled Rice River View Restaurant (Gaozhuang Branch)

🪷Xishuangbanna-Manting Park🪴 "An interesting life is half about mountains, rivers, lakes and seas." ✨Although the two years of the epidemic have not been easy, I have visited many cities in the country one after another, seen mountains and lakes, stars and the sea, and discovered that the beautiful rivers and mountains of the motherland, and the architectural design, are not inferior to those abroad! ❣️In the past two years, Xishuangbanna is definitely the most amazing city in China for me! 💜Whether it is the brightly lit Starry Night Market, the beautiful botanical garden, or the exotic Zongfo Temple and Manting Park, they all made me unforgettable for a long time after leaving Xishuangbanna. ☘️The Royal Garden of the King of Dai🎋 Manting Park was originally the royal garden of the Dai King, called "Chunhuan", which means "Soul Garden". Manting Park is the oldest park in Xishuangbanna with a history of more than 1,300 years. It used to be the royal garden of the Dai King of Xishuangbanna. In the history of the Dai people, it was a place for feudal lords such as Zhaopianling and Tusi to enjoy the flowers. Legend has it that when the Dai princess visited the park, the beautiful scenery attracted her. The soul of the princess, so it is named Chunhuan Park, which means "Garden of the Soul" in Dai language❣️ Make an appointment online in advance. The photo studio is just opposite Manting Royal Garden. After putting on your makeup at 9:00 in the morning, you can go in. Tickets are 40/person ⏰Recommended play time: 2 hours ~ 3.5 hours 🟠Enter the Dailue Pavilion on the left through the main gate, which is also the Dai King's Palace 🟡Walk along the path behind to the Imperial Garden (there is a lotus pond) 🟢Then go to the intersection of a big road. Go right to see the City Center Tower and the Royal Orchid Garden (the Royal Orchid Garden is very small and you can't see much in this season), but the City Center Tower is worth a visit. Go left to the Leaf Garden (now there is only bougainvillea). 🔵Walk down along the Leaf Garden and you will reach the lake... The red brick castle by the lake (you can navigate to the Red Box Fengwu Pavilion) is actually a coffee shop and gift shop. You can sit down and rest. Opposite is a pavilion with gauze curtains that is very good for taking photos. 🟤Go along the lake, cross the bridge, turn right, then turn left and go uphill, and you will reach the White Pagoda and the Earth Goddess Washbasin! This is the last attraction. After playing, you can go to the Zongfo Temple🥰🥰 ⚠️ 🔺Sisters who are afraid of crowds can choose to play in the opposite direction. Enter from the south gate of Zongfo Temple and go to Manting after playing (there are fewer people in the morning). After 9:30, the flow of people comes up. After entering Manting, go to take pictures of the Red Pagoda and the White Pagoda first. Otherwise, these are the two most crowded attractions after 10:30. There will be traffic jams at the entrance of Manting after 16:00❗️ 🎫Ticket price: 40 RMB/person #Xishuangbanna #Mainland China Attractions #Yunnan #Surrounding Tours #Attraction Photography Guide

Of course you have to experience it when you come to Banna Dai ethnic special peacock feast with rice A feast of delicious food, full of ritual sense🦋 The Dai-style peacock banquet is so special Experience the unique Dai flavor Various delicacies are exquisitely placed on the cage Appetizing roast pork belly and special roast chicken Grilled spareribs, pineapple rice, lemongrass grilled fish🐟 Glutinous rice can be DIY mixed with various delicacies, which is novel and delicious, and not greasy at all. Enjoy the river view with friends Sharing delicious food is a unique experience 📍 Princess Dai Peacock Feast River View Restaurant

Gaozhuang Night Market, in Jinghong City, is one of the top places to experience when travelling to Xishuangbanna. Located between the JinHong Golden Pagoda and Mekong River, the market occupies a huge square. You will fund hundred of stores and shops selling everything from fresh food, toys and handicrafts to exclusive tea sets made by famous artists. Xishuangbanna, known as "Little Thailand," is renowned for its unique Dai culture. The Gaozhuang Night Market, also called Starlight Night Market is located at the foot of the iconic Hongjing Grand Golden Pagoda, the epitome of Dai architecture. Here, you can capture the religious ambiance, architectural beauty, and local cultural elements all in one place. The majestic Pagoda stands at a height of 66.6 metres, symbolizing the connection of six countries: China, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The bustling Gaozhuang Night Market（Starlight Night Market）sits just behind the pagoda and is the largest and most distinctive night market in the Golden Triangle. Every corner of the market holds surprises waiting to be discovered. #yunnan #trip #instatravel #goodfoods #thailand #china #wanderlust #travelgoals #temple #citywalk

📍Located in the North of Myanmar and Laos, and south of Yunnan province lies a charming city where buildings, resorts, and temples are absolute pleasure in the eye.🤩 Xishuangbanna is the Chinese approximation of the original Thai name of Sip Sawng Panna (12 rice growing districts) has become China’s mini-Thailand. Jinghong is the capital of Xishuangbanna with the best urban infrastructure in the area and it’s about 15 mins drive to/from the airport.✈️ The city center is small and accessible to tour around on foot, or via renting an electric, super cute snoopy scooter which only cost 30¥/hour. 😎 There are tons of affordable hotels/inns/hostels that cater different kinds of travelers with different budgets. Peacock city is one of the most famous affordable lodging around the area as it offers a great night and day view of the city and an amazing infinity pool.😍 📝note: It’s tropical monsoon climate makes it a great place for winter escapes in China! 👍🏻 #timetotravel

Tropical rainforests, gorgeous temples, delicious food and a very nice atmosphere. We went on a trip to Xishuangbanna during December and it was such lovely warm weather 🌞 I would definitely recommend the night market with its plethora of food options, souvenirs and beautiful views. There are several nature parks and temples to visit in the surroundings. We stayed in the old town which has a lot of character with many restaurants around and also cafes & (fruit)shops. Would definitely go back again to explore more ! #xishuangbanna #explore #deliciousfood #temples #nature #nightmarket

#Xishuangbanna #Elephant Xishuangbanna is the place where everyone can be a princess and prince, you can try a lot of foods and drink, everywhere is full of Thailand-alike style, no wonder it’s called mini Thailand. We live in Jinghong City, the price of the hotel is relatively cheaper than the one near night market, you can take taxi to night market, however it normally will have traffic jam. The famous restaurants usually need to queue up earlier but the taste is really good! Overall, the trip is great!