Menghai Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Apr)

South of the Colorful Clouds - Exploring the Ancient Tea-Horse Road

South of the Colorful Clouds|Exploring the Ancient Tea-Horse Road A few horses, a group of people, have stepped out a world-famous plateau ancient road on the surface of the earth that is sealed as a "dead end" - the Ancient Tea-Horse Road, which is the only ancient civilization road still in operation on the mainland. Xishuangbanna, Lijiang, Shangri-La, Tengchong are all harbors to save fatigue on the way of tea-horse trade. The scent of tea is still there, let's take another trip on the Ancient Tea-Horse Road! Xishuangbanna|The starting point of the Ancient Tea-Horse Road The "tea-horse trade" that rose in the Tang and Song dynasties started here. For a thousand years, the tea farmers of all generations have been adhering to the natural laws, protecting the tea trees, picking the tea leaves and making Pu'er tea, and sending the Pu'er tea here to Tibet in the sound of horse hooves. The tea of Xishuangbanna has made the Ancient Tea-Horse Road and has profoundly influenced the world tea culture. Recommended Hotel: Xishuangbanna Yuechun Hot Spring Resort Hotel The hotel is located in Menghai County, the "first county of Chinese Pu'er tea". Here you can personally experience tea picking, tea frying, tea making, and finally hold a cup of pure Pu'er, and feel the charm of Menghai's tea culture in the lingering tea fragrance. Lijiang was a heavy town on the Ancient Tea-Horse Road in the past. At that time, the horse teams from the south to the north would rest here, receiving thousands of business travelers every year. It can be said that the glory of Lijiang is the glory stepped out by horse hooves, and its culture is the culture brought by the horse team. Whether it is architecture, religion, ethnic characteristics, lifestyle, etc., they are all closely related to the horse team.

A Jem in Xishuangbanna!!!

Angsana Hotsprings is a great jem in the heart of Xishuangbanna. I wish that I can come back during the ok season when more amenities are open. #summervacation

Thought I was vacationing in Morocco, but actually, I was in Xishuangbanna

⛱️ Ideal holiday destination, away from the hustle and bustle Drive to Mengbala Resort Area to experience the exotic atmosphere without going abroad❗ 🏨Menghai | Xishuangbanna Yuechun Hot Spring Resort 📍Detailed address: Inside Mengbala International Tourism Resort Area One hour's drive from the city center, self-driving is the best choice ☁☁ Low-hanging clouds float in the sky, sprawling lawns spread across the earth, being here is like being in a fairyland 🌴🌴 Located in a natural environment surrounded by tropical rainforests Southeast Asian style, brown tiles and white walls, pointed eaves standing tall, full of exotic charm✨ 🌟🌟 It integrates local ethnic characteristics, with elements of Dai culture reflected everywhere in guest rooms, restaurants, and public areas 🌈 Full of artistic atmosphere, it feels like being in a beautiful painting Among the pictures, 1⃣ the design of the arches is very Moroccan❗ Great for taking photos, many girls come here to check in! The hot spring area is also beautiful! Surrounded by greenery, it has a jungle feel! There's also a 'Gate of Heaven' just like in Bali for 📷 photo ops! Here you can take photos during the day and enjoy a comfortable hot spring bath at night, it's really enjoyable😍 Mountain biking in the morning is simply too cool Yuechun Hot Spring Resort's hot spring water comes from deep underground and contains a variety of minerals beneficial to the human body. After soaking in the hot spring, the skin feels smooth The hot spring area has 20 outdoor soaking pools and an outdoor family pool for children to swim in, with many pools to choose from and a beautiful environment, very suitable for relaxing Recommended milk hot spring pool, especially good for photos📷 The high-value garden landscape outdoor swimming pool that meanders through the hotel ➕ Yuechun hot spring and SPA, you can enjoy a day Highly recommend the Shuiyunjian buffet hotpot in Yuechun Hot Spring, 128💰/person, eat as much as you like Yuechun Hot Spring Resort has 407 elegant and comfortable exquisite guest rooms, suites, and 🏠 villas. All rooms are equipped with spacious terraces, where you can enjoy the hotel's unique 🌴🌴 rainforest garden or pool view without leaving home, and some suites and villas 🏠 are equipped with private hot spring pools ♥ The 'pillow menu' offers a variety of choices such as buckwheat pillows, lavender pillows, and cassia seed pillows ✅ There are plenty of in-house activities and the beautiful Mengbala Resort Area offers a series of local activities such as peacock release, jungle adventure, etc. ✅ Every Friday and Saturday, the hotel sets up a bonfire in front of the door, organizing guests to dance around the fire🔥, known as 'Bonfire Dancing' ✅ 🏨 Nearby intangible cultural heritage village, Love Manor, and Big Buddha Temple are all worth visiting ✅ 🏨 It is also close to Mengbala International Golf Club. The course winds through the rainforest and is known as 'one of the most beautiful golf resorts in Asia' Xishuangbanna Yuechun Hot Spring Resort

I took a lifetime photo with my twin daughters in Xishuangbanna!

Xishuangbanna in winter is the ceiling of domestic parent-child travel, right? The weather in the 20s is not cold or hot, and I sleep naturally with my daughters every day, then change into Dai costumes to be Dai girls together, take beautiful photos, stroll and eat, and then soak in hot springs, it's really super comfortable and comfortable! 📷Share a few niche and suitable places for taking pictures with children: ✅Menghai Mengbalai Love Manor: You can see peacocks flying every day at 4 pm, and it's the first time for my daughters and I to see the scene of peacocks flying in the legend, the scene is quite shocking! You can also feed the peacocks, and you can easily take the same picture with the peacocks. This time I was lucky to take a lifetime photo with the peacocks opening their screens with my daughters. ✅Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion: It's quite far from the city, but basically no one, it's no problem to shoot the whole scene, the temple has a history of more than 300 years, it's a niche and low-key temple in Banna, but it's quite out of the picture to take pictures, especially aerial photography. ✅Yuechun Hot Spring: How can you not enjoy the hot spring when you come to Banna for vacation~ The buildings in Yuechun Hot Spring are full of Southeast Asian exotic style, it's very out of the picture to take pictures, especially the milk pool, it's really good to soak and take pictures, you can walk to the hot spring from the nearby Yuechun Hotel, remember to rent a Dai costume, the matching degree here is really high, and I easily took hundreds of photos~ ✅Prajna Temple: The all-white temple, shining in the sun, it's really super out of the picture to take pictures! The main tower is not big, it takes 3 minutes to go around, if it rains, you can take a low-angle shot of the reflection on the ground, it's very shocking! ✅Manyuan Village: The mushroom house in 'Life of Yearning' is hidden here, the whole village is very quiet and comfortable, you can see the traditional Dai stilted houses, and you can also experience papermaking, pottery and other projects with children, the roast chicken and fresh juice in the village are delicious and cheap, it's worth a try. 🔖Travel Tips: 🔘The temperature difference is large in the morning and evening in winter, it's best to prepare a thin coat; 🔘There are many mosquitoes, you need to carry mosquito repellent when you go out; 🔘Don't wear shoulder-exposed and back-exposed clothes when shooting in the temple, skirts and trousers should also be over the knee; 🔘The attractions are quite scattered and a bit far away, it's recommended to drive by yourself if you bring children.

The essential thing to come to Xishuangbanna is this performance show , which is the world's largest fighting style, and is the only top art palace in China that combines Yi culture with high technology. The world-class performance stage created by the huge amount of money, and the ultra-luxury cast line really surprised me. One of the world's most famous shows, "Yu Xiu" is based on Xishuangbanna's beautiful legend "Peacock Princess". The 80-minute performance time is full of surprises. The stage design of the theater is superb, and the performance of the actors is particularly appealing on the stage. The shocking 3D effect and the waterfront design of the center of the stage bring a new visual experience that maximizes our aesthetic passion and is amazing! 20

Beautiful Xishuangbanna, different exotic styles! Colorful world! There are delicious food and beautiful Dai girls and the mighty Lijiang River! The sunset at 6:30 is on the river, and the golden glow is so beautiful that people can't move their eyes. How can I wear the clothes of the Yi people here? I can also be gentle at this moment.

From the beginning of the sun to the twilight, from the night of chaos to the sundown of the sun, I have seen the lush tropical jungle, embracing the refreshing winds of the mountains after the rain, breathing fresh and fragrant with a scent of dew, like unconsciously crossing To another parallel world, there are no sorrows and troubles, no depression and panic, only a young, jumping heart filled with curiosity and anticipation of the unknown. Its not so much a trip, its better to say that this is an adventure. We are walking towards it and step by step, slowly uncovering the mysterious veil of Xishuangbanna. Xishuangbanna is located at the southernmost tip of Yunnan. The ancient proverb is , meaning ideal and magical land. There is a saying that Xishuangbanna is composed of two words, "Xishuang" is the meaning of "12", and "Banna" is the meaning of "thousands of good fields", which together are "twelve thousand good fields", also It is the fertile land.

From Kunming, the flower city of Yunnan, all the way to Shilin, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La and other cities, the ancient city culture of Lijiang, the empty and sacred of Shangri-La, left me with an unforgettable memory. Today, I will arrive in Xishuangbanna, a paradise in China. Xishuangbanna, the ancient proverb is "", meaning "ideal and magical paradise." Xishuangbanna is a minority autonomous prefecture under the jurisdiction of Yunnan Province. Located at the southernmost tip of Yunnan Province, it is the only oasis on the Tropic of Cancer. Most of the people living here are the Yi people, and they are also the most intact and largest areas of the Chinese tropical rain forest ecosystem. The botanical gardens here must go, there are subtropical jungles, beautiful and pleasant. On both sides of the road, banana trees, banana forests, betel nut trees and palm trees can be seen everywhere. Some people are wearing Tangs costumes. Several people are riding an elephant, smiling, and swimming. In this scene, I have only seen such a scene in the TV series "Journey to the West", as if it was the Tianzhu Kingdom on the way. It is a treasure house of nature, a green kingdom, and a bright pearl of the South. It is the place where the Wuling Renyuan River is a fairyland, and it is the hometown of the butterfly peacock. It is the universe where chaos first opened, and it is a feast for the summer.

I spent the Spring Festival in warmth, admiring the 'national treasure' at the Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion

To avoid the cold, I flew from the north to the south to celebrate the New Year in warmth, arriving at Jingzhen Village, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan. The Jingzhen Octagonal Pagoda is a must-visit spot‼️ The pagoda is so exquisitely made that it was listed as a third batch 'national treasure' in 1988. The Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion belongs to the Theravada Buddhism architecture and serves as a Precept Hall, where monks chant scriptures, repent, hold meetings, and discuss major affairs and religious activities. The Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion is just an independent building within the Jingzhen Buddhist temple complex, which consists of the main hall, drum tower, monks' quarters, precept hall, pagoda, and mountain gate. 🌈Highlights: ✅It is said that this is the place where Buddha Sakyamuni transformed a lake into a dam, and it is also the setting for the Dai narrative epic 'The Gourd Letter'. ✅The Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion was first built in the 40th year of Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty (1701 AD), the 1063rd year of the Dai calendar, and is one of the three major ancient Theravada Buddhist buildings in the Banna region. It is said that the octagonal pavilion was built by Buddhists to commemorate Buddha Sakyamuni, imitating the gold-threaded cap 'Kazhonghan' he wore. ✅The Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion is octagonal in shape, 15.42 meters high, and consists of a base, body, and top. The base is a folded-corner sub-shaped brick Sumi base, the pavilion is a wooden structure, and the pavilion roof is a conical spire with flat tiles. Inside and outside the pavilion, there are various patterns of flowers, animals, and figures, with unique and exquisite designs, a crystallization of the joint labor of the Dai and Han peoples. 💰Purse: Sanitation fee 5 yuan

Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion in Xishuangbanna, the lost Buddhist kingdom

It has no name, a forgotten corner, now remembered again. Located in Menghai County, Xishuangbanna, it is said to be an unfinished scenic spot with no name and cannot be directly navigated. We navigated to the Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion, came out after the tour, entered the village along the rightmost village road, and arrived when we left the village. After entering, you will find it is very large, the first thing that catches your eye are two huge reclining Buddha statues. Further up the hundred-step staircase, there is a dilapidated white temple, the front of which is full of half-human-high withered grass, and the ruined ruins have a kind of broken beauty. The white temple has no stairs, but there are two pieces of wood there, perhaps left by the explorers before us. We climbed up the wood and passed through the temple. There is another white temple behind, separated by a huge piece of farmland in the middle, too far away for us to go. Surrounding are patches of paddy fields, with giant lotus sculptures and Buddha's hands scattered in the fields. On the other side of the field are houses, and a few small temples scattered on several small hills. There is a sense of life beyond the ruins, which is very interesting. Lovely wildflowers embellish the bitterly cold abandoned temple, this kind of unyielding perseverance attracts me, the compatibility of strength and fragility, the natural environment that cannot be relaxed for a moment is full of charm. Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion

Unveiling Xishuangbanna: A magical journey of tropical rainforests, ethnic customs, and a feast of food

Xishuangbanna is a popular tourist spot in Yunnan Province, China, attracting numerous tourists with its unique Dai ethnic style and rich tropical rainforest resources. Here is a brief three-day tour guide for your reference: **Day One:** - Depart from Jinghong, take the Daluo bus, get off at Menghai County, and visit Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion. The architectural style of Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion is unique, and the tall bodhi tree next to the pavilion is impressive. - Continue to depart, take a bus to Daluo Town for lunch. Daluo is a quiet town on the China-Myanmar border, where you can see the unique landscape of a single tree forming a forest, and you can also see the national monument on the China-Myanmar border. **Day Two:** - Cruise along the Lancang River to enjoy the scenery on both banks. The Lancang River is a microcosm of the scenery of Xishuangbanna. There are quaint and beautiful Dai villages on both banks, where you can taste a variety of tropical fruits and Dai snacks, and you can also participate in the lively water-splashing festival of the Dai Garden. - After the tour, go to the Tropical Botanical Garden to watch various tropical plants and the scenery of the Luosuo River. After returning to Jinghong, you can go to Manting Park to participate in the bonfire party in the evening and enjoy the dance and singing performances of ethnic minorities. **Day Three:** - Go to the place where the last minority in China - the Jino people have been reproducing and living for generations. - Then take a bus to Wild Elephant Valley to watch elephant performances and visit the tropical rainforest. - After the tour, return to Jinghong and end the three-day journey. The above is a brief guide to a three-day tour of Xishuangbanna, I hope it will be helpful for your trip. Please note to adjust your itinerary according to the actual situation and make necessary preparations, wish you a pleasant journey!

A different experience in Xishuangbanna, encountering the most beautiful sunset and sea of clouds

Stay in all the Craftsmen's Lodges~ Xishuangbanna Craftsman Lodge·Nannuo Mountain 📍Location: Nannuo Mountain Girl's Village, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna A Hani village closely surrounded by tea mountains and primitive forests The Craftsman Lodge Hillside Hotel is located at a natural viewing spot in this Hani village The design here integrates with nature and the mountains, with a simple white as the main color. The roof and entrance use traditional Hani sloping tile elements. ✅Public area 5-story white building, semi-open lobby The cafe on the 5th floor and the infinity pool outside You can watch the sea of clouds, see the tea mountains, enjoy the sunset, and enjoy the beauty of the mountains alone ✅Room type There are a total of 24 guest rooms here The rooms are mainly green and beige, with bamboo weaving and tea culture Mountain view double/ twin room, double bedroom parent-child suite, mountain view suite Every room has a mountain view when you push the window, the view is very good You can drink tea, listen to songs, and watch the sea of clouds by the window after getting up in the morning ✅3 meals a day Chinese and Western breakfast, with freshly cooked special rice noodles Lunch and dinner offer Dai and Hani flavors ✅👍👍👍Activity experience 1. Forest hiking, enjoy the natural oxygen bar under the guidance of staff 2. Visit the "Tea Tree King" with more than 800 years of tree age, and feel the culture of Pu'er tea up close 3. Round the stove night talk, drink tea, chat, and taste the local products of the Hani people with friends at night 🚗🚌Transportation Self-driving is preferred, 1 hour from Gaozhuang 31 kilometers from Xishuangbanna High-speed Railway Station

Xishuangbanna Jianglu·Nannuo Mountain, watching the sunset and the starry sky

It's really a great hotel, originally only booked for one day, but couldn't forget it after leaving, so I came back, didn't want to leave the next day, and finally cancelled the following hotel and stayed for two more nights. The weather in Nannuo Mountain is too good, not cold or hot, very comfortable. The hotel is located in the best feng shui place on the mountain. The scenery on the fifth floor terrace is super beautiful, and it's different every day. During these days, I saw the sunset, sea of clouds, colorful auspicious clouds, and many stars at night, and even vaguely saw the Milky Way. There's no need to mention the basic room facilities, they are indeed up to five-star standards. The management is particularly attentive, much warmer than ordinary hotels. The butler's thoughtful care is needless to say, the kitchen can adjust the taste according to the needs, and the unfinished meal can be stored for the next meal. The arranged activities are also very rich, whether it's the afternoon tea king tree visit, morning hiking or evening bonfire talks, the boss will entertain enthusiastically. The hiking experience is even better than the botanical garden, where you can see many different insects and plants, and even many fruit trees that are not seen in the botanical garden. The water in the swimming pool is particularly good. I am a patient with allergic rhinitis, and often have rhinitis after swimming. I swam many times here, and there was no problem with my nose after each swim. The tea room on the fifth floor is also great, blowing the breeze while making tea and playing chess, it's so artistic.

Menghai | The hometown of Pu'er tea, the Tea Horse Road starts here

Menghai County, is the first county of Chinese Pu'er tea, with a 1300-year history of tea planting, large tea production, is the origin of famous teas such as Lao Banzhang, Lao Man'e, and also the starting point of the Tea Horse Road. The Tea Horse Road Scenic Area is located in the tea gardens all over the mountains, with a long ancient road and the remains of an ancient street. The terrain in the scenic area is undulating, with mountains and waters interspersed, beautiful scenery, and a good place for leisure and vacation. 🌈Highlights: ✅The park architecture has Dai characteristics, with pointed roofs and peacock patterns, as if coming to Southeast Asia for a holiday⛱️. There are not many tourists, you can choose to take a horse-drawn carriage, take a small train, walk and other ways to tour the park. ✅Here shows the largest and best-preserved horse shop on the Tea Horse Road that was created in the early Qing Dynasty and declined in the Republic of China, reproducing the Tea Horse Road, ancient streets, horse gang post stations, etc., allowing you to understand the story of the horse gang in detail. ✅There is also the 'World War II China-Burma War Transportation History Museum', where you can learn about the legendary stories of the Chinese Expeditionary Force, Claire Lee Chennault and the Flying Tigers. ✅The tea flower roast chicken here is very delicious, each about 1 jin, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, using local short-legged chicken, the meat is firm, not woody or greasy, 48 yuan / only, tea flower roast chicken has also been recommended by CCTV2 'Sheng Cai You Dao' program. 🎫Ticket: 40 yuan 🚗Transportation: There is no bus, it is recommended to drive or take a taxi to go

Five-Day Travel Guide to Xishuangbanna, Yunnan

Xishuangbanna, Yunnan is a beautiful tropical scenic area, known for its unique vegetation and ethnic customs. Here is a recommended five-day travel guide: Day 1: Arrival in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Upon arrival at Xishuangbanna Airport or Train Station, take the airport shuttle or taxi to the city and book a comfortable hotel. In the afternoon, you can stroll around the city, tasting local tropical fruits and special delicacies. Day 2: Visit Pu'er Tea Garden In the morning, you can go to the Pu'er Tea Garden near Xishuangbanna, learn about the cultivation and production process of Pu'er tea, and taste authentic Pu'er tea. Afterwards, you can visit the natural scenery around the tea garden, such as Daguan Tea Mountain and Tea Horse Ancient Road. Day 3: Explore Mengla Tropical Botanical Garden In the morning, you can go to Mengla Tropical Botanical Garden to appreciate a variety of tropical plants and peculiar scenery. In the afternoon, you can participate in adventure activities in the botanical garden, such as crossing the aerial corridor, watching butterflies and tropical birds. Day 4: Visit Dai Culture Village In the morning, you can visit the local Dai culture village to understand the traditional life and culture of the Dai people. You can visit Dai architecture, taste Dai food, and watch wonderful Dai dance and primitive music performances. Day 5: Return and leave Xishuangbanna On the last day, you can stroll around Xishuangbanna, buy some local specialty handicrafts and souvenirs. Depending on the train or airport time, take the shuttle or taxi back to the train station or airport to end the pleasant trip. Please note that during the trip, you should abide by local tourism rules and laws and regulations, protect the natural environment and cultural heritage. At the same time, Xishuangbanna is a tropical area with hot and rainy climate. It is recommended to wear light and breathable clothes, and bring sunscreen and hats. Wish you a pleasant journey!