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Lincang is not just about the fragrance of tea! Wa ethnic secret spots + canyon wonders, a super detailed family travel guide is here

Lincang, named after its proximity to the Lancang River, was historically known as "Mianning." Here, flowers never fade, rivers rush, and every corner is filled with the joy of life! Traveling with kids, you can not only get close to nature but also touch the history of 3,000-year-old cliff paintings and experience the fun of tea making~ Save this article to easily plan an interesting and cultural family trip✨ 【Must-visit family attractions】 ✅ Nanjian Earth Forest — chase light and shadow with your kids and learn about unique landforms⏳ ✅ Lancang River Canyon — feel the river’s ruggedness and take a natural geography lesson🌄 ✅ Lushi Ancient Town — quiet and peaceful, let kids experience the original ecological ancient town style ✅ Dianhong First Village — family tea cake making and tea garden hiking, full of fun🍃 ✅ Thousand-meter National Painting Corridor + Cangyuan Cliff Paintings — watch and tell stories, picturesque landscapes, cultural enlightenment🎨 ✅ Hulu Town — rich Wa ethnic customs, like walking into a “living ethnic culture museum” ✅ Wengding Primitive Tribe — learn about the “land connected by water” and experience Wa traditional customs ✅ Mengsuo Dragon Pool — lakeside strolls, fresh scenery, perfect for family relaxation🚶 【Family-friendly route suggestions】 D1-D3: Kunming → Nanjian (Earth Forest) → Lushi Ancient Town → Dianhong First Village (tea making experience) D4-D6: Cangyuan (Cliff Paintings + Hulu Town + Wengding Tribe) D7-D8: Ximeng (Mengsuo Dragon Pool) → Jingmai Mountain (Ancient Tea Forest) → Return The itinerary is relaxed and not tiring, with natural + cultural experiences every day. Kids have fun, and adults are immersed!
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