Off-the-beaten-path destination: Lianghe

Drive along National Highway 556 for about 50 minutes from Tengchong to reach Lianghe County. Located in the west of Yunnan Province and the northeast of Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, Lianghe County is known as the hometown of the hulusi (a traditional Chinese musical instrument) and is a hidden gem. The county boasts a beautiful ecological environment, a pleasant climate, simple folk customs, and a rich cultural heritage. It is home to abundant hot spring resources, a variety of local delicacies, and colorful ethnic customs. The following attractions are recommended: 1. Nandian Xuanfu Department, known as the "Little Forbidden City of the Dai People" 2. Mengdi Golden Pagoda 3. Jiubao Ancient Town The ancient town is home to Taiping Temple, the former residence of Li Genyuan, and many local snacks. 4. Nandian Banshan Hot Spring Resort