Traveling to Tengchong in December? Check out this practical guide!

Winter is here! Are you like me and want to find a warm place to spend the winter? Then you must check this out. My destination this time is Tengchong! In December, the golden ginkgo trees and warm hot springs in Tengchong are a little happiness in winter. 🍂🔥 Itinerary 🔍 ⛳ Day 1: Volcano Geothermal National Geological Park ➡️ Beihai Wetland Park - In the morning, go to the Volcano Geothermal National Geological Park to experience the wonders of nature. You can also take a hot air balloon to overlook the crater! Then go to Beihai Wetland Park to row a boat and enjoy a quiet time. ⛳ Day 2: Rehai Hot Spring ➡️ Heshun Ancient Town ➡️ Bolian Hot Spring - Visit Rehai Hot Spring in the morning to see the steaming hot spring water. Stroll through Heshun Ancient Town in the afternoon, and soak in a hot spring to relax in the evening. ⛳ Day 3: Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience ➡️ Ginkgo Village - Experience making earthenware, oil-paper umbrellas, or Tengchong rice paper in the morning, and go to Ginkgo Village to admire the golden ginkgo leaves in the afternoon. ⛳ Day 4: Light Hiking in the Gaoligong Mountains ➡️ National Martyrs Cemetery - Hike and explore the Gaoligong Mountains in the morning, and visit the National Martyrs Cemetery to remember history in the afternoon. Food Recommendations 🍲 - Baoshan Jinjitong Piao Beef Hot Pot: A 30-year-old restaurant with a clean and tidy sauce area and a wide variety of sauces. The food is always delicious! - Zanyundian Barbecue: The grilled chicken feet are the signature dish, and the grilled eggplant is also super delicious. The charcoal keeps the food warm, so every bite is hot. - Liuji Old Fire Pit Chicken: The black-bone chicken is cooked with mushrooms, and the taste is incredibly delicious. I drank several bowls of soup and fell in love with it! Travel Tips 💡 - Keep warm: The temperature difference between morning and evening in Tengchong in December is large, so bring warm clothes. - Avoid peak times: There may be many tourists in Ginkgo Village, so you can enter the village earlier. - Hot spring precautions: Choose according to your physical condition. If you encounter any problems during your trip, don't panic. Ask the locals more questions. They are all very enthusiastic. I hope everyone can start their trip to Tengchong smoothly and gain a lot. 🌈✨