Manting Park

Manting Park: A Tropical Dream Journey for the Soul Stepping into Manting Park is like stepping into the long history of Xishuangbanna. The park is located southeast of Jinghong City, the capital of Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, about 2.5 km from the city center, in the triangular area where the Lancang River and the Liusha River meet, covering an area of more than 400 acres. It was once the royal garden of the Dai King, with a history of more than 1,300 years, and the natural and cultural landscapes complement each other. Must-see attractions 1. Tropical Orchid Garden: A paradise for flower lovers, with a variety of rare tropical orchids, colorful and elegant, either epiphytic on ancient trees or hanging between rocks, showing the unique charm of tropical flowers. 2. Peacock Garden: Peacocks stroll leisurely, and when they spread their tails, they look like colorful fans, beautiful and stunning. If you are lucky, you can see peacocks flying together, which is a spectacular sight. 3. Dai King's Palace: The architecture is magnificent, combining Dai tradition and royal majesty, with exquisite wood carvings and murals telling the glory of the past, allowing people to appreciate the architectural art and cultural heritage of the Dai people. 4. Buddhist Culture Area: With the White Pagoda and the Octagonal Pavilion as the core, the buildings are solemn and majestic, where you can feel the tranquility and profundity of Theravada Buddhism, and your soul is purified. Travel tips Enter the park in the morning to avoid the peak crowds, first visit the Dai King's Palace and the Buddhist Culture Area to experience the historical and cultural heritage; visit the Tropical Orchid Garden in the morning to enjoy the flowers; have Dai cuisine at the park restaurant at noon; go to the Peacock Garden in the afternoon, watch the peacocks and then stroll along the lake to enjoy the natural beauty, you can also watch ethnic dance performances and elephant shows, and participate in interactions. The trip to Manting Park is a feast for the eyes and the soul. Here, I was intoxicated by the tropical scenery and impressed by the Dai culture. Every building, every flower, and every peacock seemed to tell an ancient story. When I left, my heart was full of nostalgia and reluctance, and with love and respect for this land, I knew it had become an unforgettable memory in my heart, and I looked forward to meeting it again.