2024 Xishuangbanna Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)
Xishuangbanna is a famous tourism location in Yunnan, known for its magical rainforest landscape and unique ethnic customs. Xishuangbanna is the home of the Dai people. Because it is close to Buddhist countries like Thailand and Myanmar, the Dai people are generally devoted Buddhist believers. Xishuangbanna is dotted with Southeast Asian Buddhist temples and pagodas. It is also a kingdom for natural life, with a wide variety of animal and plant resources, many of which are rare and endangered species. Every year in April, the Dai celebrate their version of Songkran (or Water Splashing Festival). This is an experience unlike any other and attracts visitors from all over the world to join in and experience the fun.
Today's Weather
Cloudy 14-26℃
Popular Attractions
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Manting Park
Wild Elephant Valley
Xishuangbanna Virgin Forest Park
Xishuangbanna Dai Garden
Itinerary Introduction｜3-Day Relaxing Trip to Xishuangbanna Jinghong, Recommended Itinerary, High-Speed Rail + Taxi + Walking.
🚩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.
You don't need to go to Thailand to experience Southeast Asian exoticism; you can feel it in Xishuangbanna, China!
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 ✈️
Wow! I never knew you could have so much fun touring Xishuangbanna!
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 | Pure play is so fragrant
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!
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🕰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.
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🚉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)
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🚉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
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✅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!
Manting Park in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan - The Royal Garden of the Dai King
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
Xishuangbanna Cuisine | Qingmei Thai Restaurant
Qingmei Thai Restaurant in Banna, an unforgettable Thai food journey! Two people ordered a double set meal, which was generous and economical ~
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🌟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)
Flew to Xishuangbanna specifically for the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden
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.
In Xishuangbanna! I stayed in the dream love house! It's like being in Egypt!
Hidden in the villa area, the detached homestay
let me experience Egypt in China
Yes! It's Siwa Oasis!
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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
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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
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🌴Siwa Oasis
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Thai Vibes in China!
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.
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Xishuangbanna | Yunnan 🇨🇳
📍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
A Magical Getaway in Xishuangbanna
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
A trip to Xishuangbanna
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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!
Xishuangbanna has a Prajna Temple: it has become a popular spot for taking photos.
From afar, it looks like a magnificent palace. If you come to Xishuangbanna for a visit, this unique and niche temple is worth a visit.
For young people, visiting temples to worship and make wishes, as well as taking photos and checking in, is a must-do process. Temples with red walls and glazed tiles are the majority in the country, with no need to mention their beauty, but seeing too many can inevitably lead to aesthetic fatigue. The Prajna Temple, located in Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, goes beyond people's understanding of ordinary temples and has become a popular check-in spot for internet celebrities due to its unique design and pure white color.
The Banruo Temple is built on the back half of Manzhen Village in Jinghong City, far away from the bustling city center, with an exceptionally quiet environment. From the foot of the mountain, you can see this white temple from afar, as if it were a holy place untouched by the world's disturbances.
Pronounced as "bo re si" in Chinese, the name of the temple is "Bodhisattva Temple" in Buddhism, which means the wisdom to see through everything. The temple has a long history, dating back to 833 AD, when the venerable Paramahansa Ananda came here to preach Buddhism and led the monks and local villagers to build the temple. Although the temple is not large, with only one main hall, it has been expanded and renovated many times by later generations to form its current scale.
Under the building, there are Toltolishis similar to those under the Central Plains ancient pagoda, with similar postures and clothing, but upon closer inspection, it can be seen that each face is different and there are no duplicates.
In the center of the main hall stands a large pagoda. Ignoring the golden Buddha statue enshrined inside, the architecture itself appears symmetrical from any angle, giving a sense of considerable stability.
Carefully observe this building, which combines the style of traditional Dai architecture with the charm of Southeast Asia. The stone carvings are exquisitely crafted, and the intricate shapes and patterns even evoke memories of the Rococo style that once flourished in Europe.
The Buddha statue dressed in golden robes appears exceptionally solemn and sacred against the backdrop of blue sky and white clouds.
The ivory white building gives people a sense of sanctity. The carvings and hollowed-out flowers on it show both magnificence and softness. It is more like a memorable palace than a temple.
Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
Xishuangbanna, Thailand of China
Fascinating experience trekking through the mystic rainforest just below the Tropic of Cancer which lies within the Southern border of China. A world known for their Kingdom of Animals, biodiverse rare plants and Mystical Dai ethnic villages. It was an enchantment to have encountered local Dai’s rich and colourful culture with full of variety and vibrancies. From their local cuisine to religion customs, Xishuangbanna is quite an adventure for exploration.
Xishuangbanna exploration districts - Menghai, Jinghong, Mengla
Big Buddha Temple
Big Buddha Temple or Mengle Buddhist Temple (勐泐佛寺) is located in Jinghong city, Xishuanbanna.
Working hours: 8:00 am- 18:00 pm
The road by taxi will take at around 20 minutes from downtown.
The temple really impresses by its beauty!!! It is covered with gold and shines incredibly, reflecting the sun rays during the day time.
It’s located on the hill, so you can also enjoy the impressive view from the top.
It’s a must visit place if you are in Xishuanbanna.
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Fantastic Water Splashing Festival in Yunnan
The annual Water Splashing Festival of the Dai people has just concluded! It typically lasts for three days from April 13 to April 15.
It is similar to neighboring Thailand's Songkran Festival, where three festive days are filled with celebrations, light-hearted merrymaking and getting splashed, sprayed or doused with buckets of water.
This festival is one of the most influential ethnic festivals in Yunnan area, especially in Xishuangbanna, a tropical city bordering Myanmar and Laos.
In Dai culture, water is very symbolic. The splashing of water in the festival is seen as a way to cleanse away the previous year to get ready for the next one.
This event continues to attract thousands of tourists every year from all over the world!
If you’re looking for a fun time, definitely don’t miss out on this festival.
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Xishuangbanna in April
I went to Xishuangbanna, Yunnan in April for a short holiday. There’s an airport there that’s not far from the main resorts and hotels. You could choose to stay at a hotel to the west of the airport or stay closer to the night market (like I did) which is to the east of the airport. The city has a south East Asian vibe to it, especially the food and architecture. The city comes alive at night and most things centre around the vibrant night market #yunnan #awesomepic #china #nightlife
Escape to Tranquility at Xishuangbanna 🌴
中科院植物园 勐仑镇中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园景区 is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking peace and tranquility in China. 🌿🌺 Located in Mengla, Xishuangbanna, this botanical garden is part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and is a treasure trove of biodiversity.
📍Adreess 中国云南省西双版纳傣族自治州勐腊县勐仑镇, 中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园。Menglun Town, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China.
The garden boasts over 13,000 species of tropical plants, including rare and endangered species. Visitors can explore the gardens, learn about the various plant species, and take in the beauty of nature. 🌴
For those seeking a unique perspective, there are air balloons available for rides that offer an aerial view of the lush greenery and landscape. 🎈
Walking through the garden is a peaceful and calming experience, with the sounds of nature and the fresh air invigorating the senses. Visitors can take their time, enjoy the scenery and appreciate the beauty of the natural world around them. 🚶
In terms of ratings, Xishuangbanna · 中科院植物园 勐仑镇中国科学院西双版纳热带植物园景区 is highly recommended, with a rating of 4.5 out of 5 on TripAdvisor. Visitors rave about the variety of plant species, the air balloon rides, and the peaceful and serene atmosphere. 🌟
#Xishuangbanna #BotanicalGarden #NatureLovers #AirBalloonRide #Biodiversity #ChineseAcademyofSciences #Peaceful #Tranquil #TravelChina #ExploreYunnan #CultureTrip #Wanderlust
Water Festival in Xishuangbanna 🎉💦
Xishuangbanna · 西双版纳傣族园-万人泼水广场 is a must-visit destination for those seeking a unique cultural experience in China. 🇨🇳 Located in the southernmost part of Yunnan province, this park is famous for its Water-Splashing Festival, which takes place annually in April. 💦
📍Address: Menglun Town, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China 🇨🇳
Highlights: The Water Festival, Buddhist Sculptures and Temples, and Delicious Food 🎉🙏🍜
⭐ Rating: is highly recommended, with a rating of 4.6 out of 5. Visitors rave about the festive atmosphere during the Water-Splashing Festival, the stunning Buddhist sculptures and temples, and the delicious local cuisine. 🌟
Xishuangbanna · 西双版纳傣族园-万人泼水广场 is a beautiful destination located in the southwestern part of China. This park is a cultural oasis for people who want to explore the rich heritage of the Dai ethnic group.
The Water Festival is the main attraction of Xishuangbanna. Every year, thousands of visitors from all over the world come to enjoy the festivities. People gather together to splash water and celebrate the New Year. It's a perfect place to have fun and make unforgettable memories with friends and family 🎉💦
Apart from the Water Festival, Xishuangbanna is also famous for its Buddhist sculptures and temples. You can explore the intricate designs and unique architecture of the temples, which are a testament to the rich history of the Dai people 🙏🏯
If you are a foodie, you will be in heaven in Xishuangbanna. The local cuisine is a delightful mix of Chinese, Thai, and Laotian flavors. You can try the famous Xishuangbanna Barbecue, or indulge in delicious Dai-style hotpot. Don't forget to try the refreshing coconut juice and the exotic tropical fruits 🍜🥥🍉
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Xishuangbanna - Where South Asia Meets China
Looking for a spiritual oasis in Xishuangbanna? Look no further than 勐泐大佛寺, a magnificent Buddhist temple with a rich history and stunning architecture. Here are some highlights and tips to make the most of your visit:
📍 Address: 勐泐大道顶端1号, Mengle Town, Jinghong, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China
🌟 Highlights: The temple is a masterpiece of Buddhist art, with intricate carvings, colorful statues, and beautiful gardens. Visitors can explore the temple complex, learn about its history and significance, and take in the serene atmosphere. The temple is also a great place to witness the connection between South Asian and Chinese cultures.
⭐ Rating: With a rating of 4.6 stars out of 5, visitors rave about the beauty and spiritual energy of the temple. Many note the peaceful and meditative atmosphere, making for a truly transformative experience.
✨ Magical ambiance: As you wander through the temple grounds, you can't help but feel a sense of wonder and awe at the beauty of the sculptures and the peaceful surroundings. The temple is a true oasis of calm and tranquility, and a perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.
🙏🏼 Spiritual significance: For those interested in Buddhism or spirituality, the temple offers a rich history and deep significance. Visitors can learn about Buddhist philosophy and practice, and experience the transformative power of meditation and mindfulness.
🌏 Meeting of cultures: One of the most fascinating aspects of the temple is the blending of South Asian and Chinese cultural influences. From the colorful prayer flags to the intricate carvings, the temple is a testament to the power of cultural exchange and connection.
If you're looking for a unique and transformative spiritual experience, don't miss out on a visit to 勐泐大佛寺 in Xishuangbanna. It's sure to be a highlight of your trip and a moment of peace and reflection.
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Visit Dai village in Yunnan Xishuangbanna
During our visit to Xishuangbanna, we had the opportunity to explore a Dai minority village, and it was an unforgettable experience. The village was nestled in a lush tropical forest, and we were immediately struck by the peaceful and serene atmosphere.
One of the highlights of our visit was trying all the local foods and crafts. The Dai people are known for their delicious cuisine, which is a unique blend of spicy and sour flavors. We tried all kinds of dishes, from grilled fish to hotpot, and everything was absolutely delicious. We also had the opportunity to watch the villagers make handicrafts, such as bamboo baskets and traditional clothing.
Aside from the food and crafts, we also enjoyed just relaxing and taking in the beauty of the village. We walked around the narrow streets, admiring the traditional wooden houses and colorful decorations. We even had the chance to participate in some traditional Dai activities, such as dancing and singing.
Overall, our visit to the Dai minority village in Xishuangbanna was an amazing experience. We felt like we had stepped back in time to a simpler, more peaceful way of life. If you ever have the chance to visit Xishuangbanna, we highly recommend taking the time to explore one of these villages. It's a truly unique and unforgettable experience.
Manting Buddhist Temple
Looks like real Thailand in China 😁! It’s very easy to miss this beautiful temple if you are inside Manting Park. The path to it is behind the bushes, so first time we just passed it. There is a gate from the park to the temple’s territory, and if you have a ticket you can come back to the park again. But if you want to visit only this temple it’s possible to do it from the other side of the road. Temple is amazing! The territory is green, you can walk around and take pictures.
Night Market
Night Market is a unique and amazing place in Xishuanbanna. It’s located on the right bank of the river. It’s the heart of night life in the city. Area is big, full of shops, restaurants, cafes and photo studios (it you want a photo session in national clothes you can find a lot of spots there). This place has it’s own great atmosphere! Water canals make it charming!
Xishuangbana , China สิบสองปันนา
Xishuangbana, Or Thai people like to call สิบสองปันนา is South of Yunnan. This city is a city that combines Chinese, Thai, Burmese cultures. There will be quite a lot of Thai food. A lot of people come to travel. It is another interesting city as well.
The most unique China
Yes epidemic in China is over now, but going to Asia maybe too pricey now. How about going to Thailand, Vietnam or Myanmar without crossing Chinese borders?🤩
Xishuangbanna. One word. One Asian world. hundreds of experiences and sightseeings!
Don’t hesitate. Go!
Palm trees 🌴 , Thai temples 🛕 and food 🥘, golden Buddhas, elephants 🐘 , orchids 🌸… peacocks 🦚!!! you need more?!
sun, blue skies, fresh air! the best season is now! November to April.
Fly to Kunmin, then take a 4 hours train or 1 hour plane. (train is fine!).
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Getting There - train
Attractions - temples, parks, forests
Hotels - a lot!
Food & Restaurants - Dianping 点评 helps!
Shopping -
Wild Elephants Valley
Wild Elephants Valley is located 115 km away from downtown of Xishuanbanna. The road will take at around 50 minutes by taxi.
Entrance fee- 60 rmb + 50 rmb for the cable car.
First, by the entrance you will see the place where you can feed the elephant (80 rmb for the big basket with fruit and vegetables), and a spot where you can ride the elephant or watch the show.
Then m, you go inside the park, to the cable car. The trip by cable car will take 30 minutes.
Finally, after the ride, you will walk all around the park and observe elephants in their natural place of living.
In the park there is also an art school. There you can paint and create your own elephant statue for good memory :)
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Manting Park
Manting is one of the main touristic destinations in Xishuanbanna. It’s a very beautiful park, extremely green, with temples. There are many activities in the park. You can rent local style clothes by the entrance and take great pictures. Rental fee for the dress - 200 rmb. You can rent a boat and sail along the canal. Or enjoy animals show, or take pictures with parrots.
Entrance fee to the park- 40 rmb
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SBar in Intercontinental Hotel
SBar is located in Intercontinental Hotel, 2nd floor, next to the main restaurant. Quite place, with nice atmosphere. It’s an open air bar under the roof. Hotel is located on the remote distance from downtown. It will take at around 20 minutes by taxi to get there.
There is a verity of different drinks and cocktails. Price for the cocktail at around 70 rmb.
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Jiangbian Night Market
It’s a long street along the river in Xishuanbanna. It’s located in downtown. Starts under the Sipsongpanna Bridge. Its a kind of restaurant under the sky :) lots of local sellers cook the street food. It’s possible to find a lot of delicious things: fresh fruit, BBQ, seafood. But the most famous food there - sweet rice in pineapple.
This place is rather crowded in the evening.
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Lanterns miracle
The best Spring Festival location with Chinese lanterns that I’ve ever seen! It’s located in Xishuanbanna at Night Market. It’s a great location for photo shooting or just walking around and enjoy the beauty. There are wooden paths all around or you can sail the boat and come closer to the wall with lanterns.
If you are at Night Market don’t miss that place.
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