Nuogan Ancient Village | Fall in love at first sight, perhaps this is what a paradise looks like.

In this remote and peaceful southwestern borderland, there is a hidden secret that few people have set foot in - Nuogan Ancient Village. It is like a painting carefully carved by nature, quietly spread out on the banks of the Lancang River. Nuogan Ancient Village is located in Huimin Town, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er City. It is a natural village mainly inhabited by the Dai people, with a history of over 1,000 years. The ancient village is surrounded by thousands of acres of ancient tea gardens, and the villagers have been making a living by planting tea for generations. The ancient village houses are unique in their wooden stilt-house structure, with houses stacked on top of each other, usually two stories high. The first floor is used for storage, and the second floor is used for living. This is to adapt to the hot and humid climate of the tropical rainforest. The ancient village is not very big. It takes about 3 hours to walk around slowly and drink tea. It is recommended to walk to a high place and look down at the ancient village from above. It looks like a half-moon embedded in the valley. The village is open all night and has not been commercially developed. There are not many choices for food and accommodation. You can visit other villages nearby after visiting the village. Tourist activities Tea culture: Each household in the ancient village has a tea house to receive guests. You can drink tea for free and experience the hospitality of the Dai people. Sightseeing: The Buddhist temple is located at the highest point of the village, which is the best place to view the ancient village. There is also an observation deck opposite the Buddhist temple, which offers a panoramic view of the ancient village. Surrounding tours: The Bulang village of Ongki, about four or five kilometers from Nuogan Ancient Village, as well as the villages of Jingmai Dazhai and Mangjing, each have their own characteristics and are worth visiting. Transportation Airplane: Fly to Lancang Jingmai Airport, then take the airport bus to Lancang County Passenger Station, and then take a minibus to Nuogan. Self-driving or car rental: From Pu'er or Jinghong City, navigate to Jingmai Mountain Nuogan Ancient Village to reach the destination, which takes about 3 hours. Public transportation: From Pu'er or Jinghong, take a bus to Huimin Town, then take a bus up the mountain to Nuogan. Accommodation and dining Accommodation: There are few choices of guesthouses in Nuogan Ancient Village. Accommodation can be arranged in nearby Ongki Ancient Village. Dining: There are small restaurants in Nuogan Ancient Village, offering local home-cooked dishes. Some guesthouses also provide dining services. Travel tips Temperature difference between morning and evening: Bring one or two thick clothes. Respect local customs: Protect the environment and respect local customs. Transportation: Pay attention to the bus schedule and the last bus time. Travel time: It is recommended to travel for two days and one night. July and August are the best seasons to watch the starry sky.