Xishuangbanna Dai Minority Park

I have finally arrived at the other side of the Anywhere Door - Xishuangbanna. Xishuangbanna Dai Ethnic Garden is located in Menghan Town (Oliver Dam), southeast of Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Prefecture. The garden attracts tourists with its charming subtropical courtyard scenery, rich Dai folk customs, typical Dai bamboo house architecture, traditional handicrafts, and the magical culture of Southern Buddhism, earning it the reputation of 'the beauty of peacock feathers'. Entering the Dai Ethnic Garden, you will see Dai bamboo houses scattered in an orderly fashion, surrounded by coconut trees, areca trees, mango trees, betel palm trees, and phoenix tail bamboo, among other fruit plants, which adorn the bamboo houses with extra charm. The garden consists of 5 well-preserved natural Dai villages: Manjiang (Bamboo Weaving Village), Manchunman (Garden Village), Manzha (Chef Village), Manga (Market Village), and Manting (Royal Garden Village), totaling 326 households. Here, the exquisite Dai bamboo houses and ancient Buddhist pagodas are nestled among the greenery, exuding a sense of nature, purity, and tranquility. The spectacular and beautifully ancient Buddhist temples and pagodas signify the long history of Buddhism and their extraordinary status in the hearts of the Dai people. The most important festival for the Dai people of Xishuangbanna is the Water-Splashing Festival, and in the Dai Ethnic Garden, the 'Daily Celebration of the Water-Splashing Festival' gathers thousands of people in the water-splashing square, splashing water on each other, where you can feel an incredibly lively atmosphere. 🌟 Highlights: 🔺Manchunman Temple (Golden Pagoda): Also known as 'Menghan Chunman Great Buddha Temple', it has a history of over 1400 years and is one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Xishuangbanna. It consists of a gate tower, Buddha hall, precept hall, pagoda, monk's quarters, and drum tower, with a unique architectural style, making it a great place for photography. 🔺Manting Buddhist Temple (White Pagoda): Manting Buddhist Temple has a strong Dai ethnic style and is a well-known temple in Xishuangbanna. Compared to the grandeur of the Golden Pagoda, the White Pagoda nestled among the green trees is sacred and simple, with a more serene environment. It provides a perfect photography backdrop. 🔺Market Street: Market Street, also known as the market, sells Dai barbecue, tropical fruits, woven cotton, folk crafts, Dai bags, wood carvings, and you can enjoy the tea ceremony of famous Banna tea and taste the characteristic flavor of Dai cuisine in restaurants. 🔺Water-Splashing Square: 'Daily Celebration of the Water-Splashing Festival' event times: The first round at 13:30, the second round at 15:30, the third round at 17:00, each lasting 30-40 minutes. 📝 Tips: Visitors participating in the water-splashing event should bring a set of spare clothes. 🔺Peacock Garden: Peacock dance performance times: The first round at 11:00, the second round at 15:00, the third round at 17:00, each lasting 30 minutes. 🔺Dai Village Visit: Mainly shows tourists the Dai residential houses, courtyard scenery, experience Dai life customs, and feel the joy of living as a Dai person for a day. Visitors should respect the customs and habits of the Dai people during the visit. 📍Detailed Address: Dai Ethnic Garden, Menghan Town (Oliver Dam), Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province 🚉Transportation Strategy: 🔺Route Bus: Banna Passenger Transport Station in Jinghong City, there is a dedicated bus line to Menghan Town (Oliver Dam) every day, and from Menghan Town (Oliver Dam) Passenger Transport Station, it is a 10-minute walk to the Dai Ethnic Garden. 🔺Express Bus: The operating route is from Xishuangbanna Railway Station to Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Main Gate to Dai Ethnic Garden, with a bus every 30 minutes. 🔺Direct Park Shuttle (round-trip transportation + ticket + electric car): Boarding location: Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Main Gate, Xishuangbanna City Tourism Distribution Center, tickets must be purchased by 22:00 the day before the trip. 🔺Self-driving, car rental, chartered car, DiDi taxi, or joining a tour group 🕙Business Hours: 08:00-18:00 ⏳Playing Time: 3-5 hours 🎫Ticket: 45 yuan (excluding electric car) 🔺Electric Car (Sightseeing Car): One-way 20 yuan, full journey 40 yuan

♥♥Xishuangbanna has no off-season, if you want to go, go as soon as possible! Believe |||⭕I have prepared a list of must-see attractions for every sister 👭 going to Xishuangbanna✅ 🔵First time going to Xishuangbanna, where to fly to first? ✨Fly directly to Xishuangbanna Gasa Airport, avoiding the hassle of transferring~ 👆🏻Friends can choose according to their own situation 🌴Attraction recommendations: "Starlight Night Market" The largest night market in Asia🎇 with street snacks and various handicrafts 🕙: Stalls start after 6:00 PM, and the crowd gets bigger around 8:30 PM 📌Fruit Boat🚢: Charter boat 120r/person💰 It's darker at night, remember to bring a fill light "Manting Park" The oldest park in Xishuangbanna⛲ built by the Dai king as a royal garden 🎫: 40r/person (free admission to the main temple) 📌Try to start early⌚ It gets crowded after 9 AM～ 📌The temperature varies greatly in the morning🍃 It's advised to wear a light jacket into the park🧥 "Chinese Academy of Sciences Tropical Botanical Garden" One of the largest and most species-rich botanical gardens in China🌳 "Monet's Garden" The best blooming period is from July to August💐 🎫: Ticket + tour car 125r/person🛺 (The park is large, it's recommended to take the car‼) 📌Lots of mosquitoes in the rainforest area, be sure to do mosquito prevention🦟 📌Recommended to listen to the Chinese Academy of Sciences' guides👩🏻‍🏫 to learn interesting plant knowledge "Wild Elephant Valley" The only place in China where you can get close to Asian elephants🐘 🎫: 58/person, Rainforest Elephant Herding 198/person 🕙: Four Rainforest Elephant Herding shows a day (10/11:40/14:00/16:30) 📌No flip-flops allowed🩴 You will be asked to buy shoes if you wear them 📌Rainforest Elephant Herding needs to be booked in advance🔍 Recommended to book the 10:00 AM show—— 🔵Classic 7-day tour itinerary: Day1: Arrival at Xishuangbanna from various places→Xishuangbanna airport pickup→Zhuang Xishuang scenery Day2: Xishuangbanna→Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden→Tropical Rainforest Wangtianshu Day3: Mengla County→Dai Ethnic Garden→Manyuan Village→Starlight Night Market Day4: Manting Park→Jingmai Mountain→Main Temple→Wengji Ancient Village Day5: Bulang Ethnic Village→Millennium Ancient Tea Garden Day6: Nuogan Ancient Village→Mangjing Upper Village→Xishuangbanna Day7: Wild Elephant Valley→Xishuangbanna→Various places ❤tips: Umbrella🌂, sunscreen and🦟 mosquito repellent spray are a must!!! 💊Heatstroke prevention and gastrointestinal medicine can also be prepared 🛑Xishuangbanna Travel Tips 1. Locals in Xishuangbanna like spicy barbecue, don't eat too much, it's easy to get 'heaty'❗ 2. Small-grain coffee is an important coffee variety in Xishuangbanna, be sure to try it❗ 3. When visiting temples, respect the living habits of ethnic minorities, if you want to take photos, it is recommended to wear knee-length white skirts/pants, and not to wear strapless/exposed clothing 🌈Specialty Foods Deep-fried insects, Puffed rice cakes, Lemongrass grilled fish, Pounded chicken feet, Mushroom hotpot, Bamboo tube rice, Bao Shao, Dai-flavored roast chicken, Hand-grabbed rice, Bamboo rice, Dai-flavored barbecue, Highland barley wine, Highland barley cake, Yak meat hotpot, Smoked rib hotpot, Nixi clay pot chicken, Yogurt skin, Tibetan fragrant pig.

Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture Take a trip to Xishuangbanna and experience the slower pace of life. For the last stop in Yunnan, I chose Xishuangbanna. Upon arriving in Xishuangbanna, it felt as hot as the weather in Guangdong, but luckily there was a breeze which made it cool when it blew~ On the same day, I chose to visit the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden and the Dai Ethnic Park. The botanical garden is really big, but I only bought a ticket for the eastern area because we were all too lazy to walk, so we chose to ride in an electric cart. For those interested in and knowledgeable about plants, a visit is still quite nice. The Dai Ethnic Park, just in time for the first water-splashing activity in the afternoon, the atmosphere there was good, and it's only a few hundred meters walk from the water-splashing square to the pier~ I also chose to ride in an electric cart around the Dai Ethnic Park, but if you have time, you can choose to walk and take a leisurely stroll. On the way back, I stumbled upon the Mekong River Viewing Platform, which is quite niche with not many tourists. Spending 10 yuan on a bottle of water there allows you to go up and enjoy the view, which is quite expansive, and you can take some photos on top.

What I'm going to share with you this time is: A warm destination in winter - Xishuangbanna!!! In December, Xishuangbanna is sunny and not as hot and humid as in summer or rainy season. It's a good place to escape the cold. Here is my detailed guide, hope it can help you! 📌Day 1: Arrive in Xishuangbanna, experience the tropical charm in winter Accommodation recommendation: Choose a unique homestay, close to Jinghong city, convenient for travel, and also enjoy a quiet and comfortable environment. Itinerary: After arriving at Xishuangbanna Gasa International Airport, it is recommended to adapt to the local climate first, leisurely visit the nearby Menghai County or Jinghong city, and experience the leisurely pace of life. 📌Day 2: Bask in the warm sun, explore the tropical rainforest Attraction recommendation: Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest Nature Reserve, the rainforest is not too humid at this time, more suitable for hiking. Dress suggestion: Although it is winter, Xishuangbanna is still warm as spring, it is recommended to wear light long-sleeved clothing, which can both sun protection and mosquito prevention. 📌Day 3: Experience Dai culture, leisurely along the Lancang River Attraction recommendation: Visit the Dai Garden, understand the rich ethnic culture, and feel the hospitality of the Dai people. Special experience: Don't miss the Dai's bonfire party at night, dance a Dai dance, and enjoy the exotic style. 📌Day 4: Step into history, visit the past Attraction recommendation: Meng Lun Cultural Village, explore the historical footprints of the Dai people, and feel the traces left by the years. 📌Day 5: Precious memories, return with full load Shopping recommendation: Before leaving, you can go to the local market to buy some special products, such as Dai silverware, Pu'er tea, etc., as souvenirs of the trip. 🎒Travel tips: The average temperature in Xishuangbanna in December is between 18-25℃, the climate is pleasant, but it may be slightly cool in the morning and evening, remember to prepare a thin jacket. The sun is abundant, sun protection work cannot be ignored, although not as hot as summer, but the ultraviolet rays are still strong. Respect local customs and habits, protect the environment, do not litter in rainforests and other nature reserves. There are many more attractions that I won't recommend one by one, I hope this guide can help you who plan to go to Xishuangbanna in December, enjoy a different warm winter sun holiday! If you like my share, don't forget to like and follow~ 🌞🌈

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

Xishuangbanna ✅The ancient Dai name of Xishuangbanna is translated into Chinese, meaning 'ideal and magical land' ✅The only lush oasis on the Earth's 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 no extreme heat in summer. There is the romantic poetry of rain hitting bananas, endless folk customs, and exotic customs that can be felt without leaving the country. 🔆It is warm and pleasant all year round, with an average annual temperature of about 22℃. But different seasons have different experiences: ▶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, it is a good time to appreciate 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 dense rainforests.

You should definitely visit Xishuangbanna at least once The lush expanse of tropical rainforest, the dimly lit starry night market 🎇, the sacred and solemn temples... You can experience exotic customs without going abroad, and those interested must save this article Travel tips Be sure to check the local weather before you leave, remember to avoid the rain , and buy a sunny rain umbrella in advance to prevent showers and sun! There is no subway in Xishuangbanna, travel relies on special line buses and public buses, and when taking a taxi, make sure to ask for the meter!! The weather in Xishuangbanna is different from other parts of Yunnan , it's hot and humid, and there are more mosquitoes 🐜, so bring your own mosquito repellent and ointment to prevent itching from bites~ When visiting temples , respect the living habits of ethnic minorities, if you want to take photos, it is recommended to wear white knee-length skirts/pants 👖, and not to wear strapless or revealing clothes~ 📸 Scenic spot check-in Starlight Night Market The most characteristic night market in Xishuangbanna , nearly 5000 shops bloom with brilliance at night, with various special snacks that are delicious and cheap. The Jinhong Pagoda 🛕 is also here, super suitable for taking pictures~ Manting Park Formerly the royal garden of the Dai royal family, it is the oldest park in Xishuangbanna, with a strong exotic atmosphere. Dressing up in Dai ethnic clothing 🥻 for photos is super photogenic! The main temple is also nearby, so you can check it out together! Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences A 5A scenic spot, it is the largest tropical botanical garden in China with the richest collection of species and the most specialized plant areas . There are a variety of plants to see, and you can also view the scenery along the Lancang River~ Dai Ethnic Garden Composed of five well-preserved Dai natural villages , you can experience the authentic Dai customs and also participate in the large-scale water-splashing event! Wild Elephant Valley Located in Mengyang Town, Jinghong City, it is the only habitat for Asian wild elephants 🐘, where you can have close contact with elephants, and with good luck, you may even see a herd of elephants roaming around~ Itinerary DAY: Mengle Great Buddha Temple––Main Buddha Temple––Manting Park––Night Tour of Lancang River––Gaozhuang Xishuang Scenery––Liu Guo Water Market––Starlight Night Market DAY: Dai Ethnic Garden––Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences DAY: Primitive Forest Park––Wild Elephant Valley 🐘 Food Recommendations Dai Flavored Roast Chicken 🍗 Bobo Jiyan Hand Grab Rice 🍛 Bao Shao Bamboo Tube Rice 🌯 Frozen Pea Jelly Lemongrass Grilled Fish 🐟

Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, is a worthwhile tourist destination with its unique tropical rainforest environment and rich ethnic culture. It is a great place to get close to nature and experience ethnic culture. I hope this travel guide can help you better tour Xishuangbanna. Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, is a mysterious and beautiful place with its unique tropical rainforest environment and rich ethnic culture. It is a worthwhile tourist destination. Here is a travel guide to Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, hoping to help your trip. First, you can choose to transit from Kunming and then go to Xishuangbanna. As the capital of Yunnan, Kunming has a well-developed transportation network and rich tourist resources. You can stay here for a while and visit famous attractions such as Dianchi Lake and Xishan. After arriving in Xishuangbanna, you can first go to Jinghong City, which is the political, economic, and cultural center of Xishuangbanna, with a strong Dai culture. You can taste local delicacies and experience unique ethnic culture here. Next, you can go to the famous attraction of Xishuangbanna - Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. This is the largest tropical botanical garden in Asia with rich plant resources. It is a good place for you to get close to nature. In addition, you can also go to the famous attraction of Xishuangbanna - Dai Nationality Garden. This is a tourist destination that combines natural scenery, cultural landscape, and ethnic culture. You can appreciate beautiful Dai architecture, taste local delicacies, and feel the strong Dai culture atmosphere here. In addition to the above attractions, you can also go to the famous attraction of Xishuangbanna - Wangtianshu Scenic Area. This place has dense tropical rainforests and is a good place for you to explore and challenge yourself. Xishuangbanna·Yunnan

We only went to the Starlight Night Market that day, there are many photography shops, everyone should discern, if you have enough budget, I suggest choosing the ones with more stores and more customers, although they are all assembly line princesses, but the big stores are basically more guaranteed. Choosing the right style is very important, my friend and I chose the Western Region Princess, but due to the problems of styling + photographer + ugly appearance, we didn't post any of the final photos, and we didn't even bother to look at them. We stayed at the Manxi 7 Island Hotel, the hotel is independent, the room is very large and clean, it is located inside Gaozhuang, very close to the Starlight Night Market, it is not noisy at night, we are very satisfied with our stay! During the 4-day itinerary, we went to Manting Park + Total Buddha Temple (40 yuan), Dai Nationality Park (45 yuan), Forest Park (40 yuan), Prajna Temple (free). Manting Park is really a good place to take pictures, the green plant coverage is very high, most of the pictures you find are taken here, it is recommended to do some makeup and take pictures here, if you don't know how to do it, there are many 'little bees' in the park, 100 yuan for 30 pictures, much more than the photographers at the Starlight Night Market. The Total Buddha Temple is inside Manting Park, commercial photography is not allowed here, you can only find a good angle and take more pictures. The Dai Nationality Park is actually a scenic spot composed of many villages, we took a bus at the Banna Passenger Station in the morning, 10 yuan per person, the Dai Nationality Park is actually just walking around in the village, there are many villagers selling fruits on both sides of the road, starfruit is one yuan each directly picked from the tree, papaya is the same, thumb bananas are quite delicious. The most important thing in the Dai Nationality Park is the water splashing activity in the water splashing square, you can also experience the joy of Dai Di here! Just watching them splashing each other in the pool is very interesting. There is no need to go to the Forest Park specifically, the journey is far, and there are no entertainment activities, it is just climbing and oxygenating, there are such climbing parks in many places, charging 40 yuan for the entrance fee is a bit of a rip-off. The white tower of Prajna Temple is really beautiful, it only takes 10 minutes to check in and take pictures, it depends on your choice, I think it's great to come here to check in! The food here is all Southeast Asian style, we ate at Chunwuli, Xiaoyu Daijia, Qingmei, Wantai, Cool Thai, recommend Xiaoyu Daijia, Qingmei, it's really delicious.