[2025 Jinghong Attraction] Travel Guide for Manting Park (Updated Apr)

The ancient Dai name of Xishuangbanna means "an ideal and magical paradise" in Chinese. ✅ The only lush oasis on the Tropic of Cancer ✅ The only tropical rainforest reserve in China ✅ The "Golden Kingdom" in Ji Xianlin's writing 📍Jinghong, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province 🚕 Transportation: High-speed rail 🚄 or plane ✈️, the high-speed rail station and airport are next to each other Main attractions: Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Jinghong, Manting Park, Lancang-Mekong Night Market, Dai Park, etc. 🧐🧐 Main attractions 1. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden: One of the largest tropical botanical gardens in the world, where you can get up close and personal with a variety of tropical plants and experience the atmosphere of a tropical rainforest. 2. Jinghong: As the capital of Xishuangbanna, there are many places to eat and shop, and it is also a great place to experience Dai culture. 3. Manting Park: A park that combines natural scenery and cultural landscapes, where you can enjoy beautiful natural scenery and the architectural art of Dai culture. 4. Lancang-Mekong Night Market: A great place to experience Xishuangbanna's nightlife, with a variety of night market snacks and entertainment activities. 5. Dai Park: A place to learn more about the history and culture of the Dai people, including visiting traditional Dai architecture and participating in traditional Dai festivals. 👀👀 Food recommendations 1. Dai-style barbecue: Xishuangbanna's barbecue is very famous, especially Dai-style barbecue, which has a unique taste and is worth a try. 2. Sour fish soup: A Dai specialty dish, sour and spicy, very appetizing. 3. Tropical fruits: Xishuangbanna has a wide variety of tropical fruits, such as durian, jackfruit, mango, etc., which are not to be missed. 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Travel tips 1. Xishuangbanna has a hot and humid climate, so please take sun protection and mosquito repellent measures before traveling. 2. Learn about local customs and festivals in advance to better experience the local culture. 3. Pay attention to food safety and hygiene when tasting food at night markets. 4. Respect local customs and religious beliefs to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings and conflicts.

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🤩🤩🤩.

You can experience these things when you go to Xishuangbanna: First, visit the Dai-style village The second is to eat Dai-style snacks The third is to experience the Water Splashing Festival with ethnic characteristics Fourth, watch elephant 🐘 performances or peacock 🦚 flying The fifth is to change into a set of Dai costumes and take photos 6. Hiking in the tropical rainforest ...and many other things, of course. This time I transformed into a Dai girl to freeze my travel memories📷 📍Location: Manting Park As the back garden of the former Dai king, Manting Park is now crowded with people. With a history of more than 1,300 years, it is the oldest park in Xishuangbanna. The park is divided into several areas. The most crowded places are the Dai King's Palace, the Imperial Garden, the City Center Tower, the White Tower, etc., which are also the places where people gather to take photos. ‼ ️Talk about the photo taking experience: I suggest girls who are good at taking photos to rent clothes and take photos by themselves. The photographers here basically work on an assembly line, and taking photos is very tiring... and I was in a hurry, I almost ruined the photo😪😪 The photo shoot was sloppy, and the makeup and makeup cost 500 yuan 😄, which is not worth it ‼ ️It is recommended to go in early for taking photos by yourself, as the light is not good after 5 pm ‼ ️If you want to play for free, you can also follow the entrance ➡️Dai King's Palace ➡️Imperial Garden ➡️City Center Tower ➡️Twin Towers ➡️Cruise Boat Pier ➡️Parrot Garden ➡️White Tower ➡️Exit to the Zongfo Temple 🎫Ticket price: 40💰, admission ends at 5pm Schedule more than 3 hours so you won’t be rushed There is a bonfire party in the evening, which requires a separate ticket of 230 per person

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

| Princesses, please come to Banna. The aftermath of the four-day and three-night tour of Vocal Xishuangbanna is really big! At this moment, I am still savoring it in bed! Let's talk about some nonsense with everyone~ 🪄Airplane and wine🍷+preparation I booked the flight and hotel more than a month in advance. There are direct or connecting flights from Shanghai, depending on individual needs. It is convenient and lively to choose to stay in the Gaozhuang scenic area. Girls👧🏻 prepared a lot of clothes and accessories to make a big fuss, but you can actually buy them locally. Small camisoles, small skirts, beautiful bracelets, cute woven bags, etc. are cheap and affordable, and you can also experience the fireworks of the night market🎆! I was too lazy to bring anything like mosquito repellent, sunscreen, diarrhea medicine, power bank, etc. mentioned in the guide before departure. You can buy everything in Banna, and I have a reliable sister who is ready for everything! I want to mention that other guides say that there are few mobile power banks. I just came back and tell everyone that there are in hotels, roadside shops, night markets, and restaurants! After preparing the external things, the most important thing is to prepare a happy mood and look forward to the journey~ 🪄Attractions+food and drink Choose what you like for sightseeing! There is no such thing as stepping on thunder, different cities have different fireworks. Whether or not it meets psychological expectations, enjoy the journey and feel the present, and it will be colorful in life when you recall it later! Here is a key point: there are several temples in Banna, please pay attention to your dress when entering the temple! For sisters👭 who love to take pictures📷 and don't pursue amazing tastes, you can try to go to the internet celebrity shop, the price of the dishes is moderate and the pictures are out. But I recommend small restaurants on the side of the road more. The environment is not so particular, but the taste is okay! Don't miss the snacks in the night market, eat something when you are tired from walking and playing, it's simply satisfying! Tourism safety tips+prevention of infectious diseases Play and play, life is the first! Don't take a black car, Didi in Banna is very convenient, you can choose a taxi🚕 or a hotel🏨 shuttle! Remember to stay away from travel agencies that sell Myanmar day trips and messy tours! Politely refuse strangers who sell portraits everywhere, it is more reliable to consult in the store or find a good photographer in advance. Don't just follow strangers! Please be careful during the tour, be careful not to fall into the water and watch out for steps! Walk under the coconut tree and watch out for falling coconuts! Safety is the most important thing when you are out! The most fierce thing in Banna a while ago was dengue fever. I specifically asked about it before departure. Fortunately, the dengue fever in November is not so fierce! But everyone still needs to pay attention to mosquito bites, wash their hands frequently, disinfect frequently, and spray some mosquito repellent from time to time. It's always good to pay more attention⚠️! Finally, I wish everyone a happy journey, no matter where you are, you can have a happy day🥰🥰! Travel Guide Park Buddha Temple Temple Night Market

||🌟How can you not wear Dai clothes when you come to Banna‼️My clothes were bought at Weirong Clothing in Starlight Night Market👗: Dai clothes➕Sari➕Necklace waist decoration is 75rmb! The recent tourist peak season price increase is very serious💰! In fact, there are many cheaper than Weirong❗️Sisters👭 must try to bargain~ · ⚠️If you go to Manting Park in the morning, there are actually not so many people👥! The best places to shoot are concentrated near the Royal Elephant Cafe☕, so those who want to get the shots🉑 can rush there first, and when you are tired or want to avoid the heat, you can go in and have a cup of fruit tea to cool down🍹!! · 📸The most photogenic 🐉staircase is next to the cafe, and the famous large scene running position (as shown in Figure 6) can be seen by looking down the stairs, but the grassland🌿 is recently bald and not very good-looking🙊! The tree scene🌲 in Figure 4 is on the right side of the cafe👉🏻 on the grass, there may be people queuing to take pictures👀! · 📍No. 35 Manting Road, Jinghong City, Manting Royal Garden 🕰Opening hours: 8:00-17:00 💰Adult ticket 40r (no need to buy the total Buddha temple ticket separately🎫!! It's connected, don't be fooled‼️)

🪷Xishuangbanna-Manting Park🪴 "An interesting life is half about mountains, rivers, lakes and seas." ✨Although the two years of the epidemic have not been easy, I have visited many cities in the country one after another, seen mountains and lakes, stars and the sea, and discovered that the beautiful rivers and mountains of the motherland, and the architectural design, are not inferior to those abroad! ❣️In the past two years, Xishuangbanna is definitely the most amazing city in China for me! 💜Whether it is the brightly lit Starry Night Market, the beautiful botanical garden, or the exotic Zongfo Temple and Manting Park, they all made me unforgettable for a long time after leaving Xishuangbanna. ☘️The Royal Garden of the King of Dai🎋 Manting Park was originally the royal garden of the Dai King, called "Chunhuan", which means "Soul Garden". Manting Park is the oldest park in Xishuangbanna with a history of more than 1,300 years. It used to be the royal garden of the Dai King of Xishuangbanna. In the history of the Dai people, it was a place for feudal lords such as Zhaopianling and Tusi to enjoy the flowers. Legend has it that when the Dai princess visited the park, the beautiful scenery attracted her. The soul of the princess, so it is named Chunhuan Park, which means "Garden of the Soul" in Dai language❣️ Make an appointment online in advance. The photo studio is just opposite Manting Royal Garden. After putting on your makeup at 9:00 in the morning, you can go in. Tickets are 40/person ⏰Recommended play time: 2 hours ~ 3.5 hours 🟠Enter the Dailue Pavilion on the left through the main gate, which is also the Dai King's Palace 🟡Walk along the path behind to the Imperial Garden (there is a lotus pond) 🟢Then go to the intersection of a big road. Go right to see the City Center Tower and the Royal Orchid Garden (the Royal Orchid Garden is very small and you can't see much in this season), but the City Center Tower is worth a visit. Go left to the Leaf Garden (now there is only bougainvillea). 🔵Walk down along the Leaf Garden and you will reach the lake... The red brick castle by the lake (you can navigate to the Red Box Fengwu Pavilion) is actually a coffee shop and gift shop. You can sit down and rest. Opposite is a pavilion with gauze curtains that is very good for taking photos. 🟤Go along the lake, cross the bridge, turn right, then turn left and go uphill, and you will reach the White Pagoda and the Earth Goddess Washbasin! This is the last attraction. After playing, you can go to the Zongfo Temple🥰🥰 ⚠️ 🔺Sisters who are afraid of crowds can choose to play in the opposite direction. Enter from the south gate of Zongfo Temple and go to Manting after playing (there are fewer people in the morning). After 9:30, the flow of people comes up. After entering Manting, go to take pictures of the Red Pagoda and the White Pagoda first. Otherwise, these are the two most crowded attractions after 10:30. There will be traffic jams at the entrance of Manting after 16:00❗️ 🎫Ticket price: 40 RMB/person #Xishuangbanna #Mainland China Attractions #Yunnan #Surrounding Tours #Attraction Photography Guide

🌴🌺🏯📷👧🏻🗺 If you're looking for a unique travel destination in China, Xishuangbanna's "Man Ting Yu Hua Yuan" scenic area is a must-visit! 🌴🌺 📍Address: Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China 曼听御花园景区 曼听路35号 Highlights: 🏯 The park is filled with diverse sculptures, including traditional Chinese statues, modern art pieces, and even some that are a bit surreal. You'll find something interesting and eye-catching around every corner. 📷 There are also plenty of opportunities for Instagram-worthy photos, with beautiful girls posing in front of the sculptures and temples. 🏯 Speaking of temples, there are plenty to explore in this park. The Buddhist-inspired architecture is stunning and offers a peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of the city. ⭐ Rating: is highly recommended, with a rating of 5 out of 5 Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience in Xishuangbanna. Pack your bags, grab your camera, and get ready to explore! 🗺👧🏻🌺 #Xishuangbanna #ManTingYuHuaYuan #ChinaTravel #SculpturePark #TempleHopping #TravelBlog

Manting Park is a peaceful beautiful place to spend a morning. Yes it was a little busy but they did not take away from the beauty. Around each corner one would find a stunning temple. The main Buddha was breathtaking. The heat from the candles showed one how treasured this place truly is. I highly recommend going. It was 40 RMB per a person #tripblazers #newyearadventure #urbanexplorer #MyTripVlog

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 #newyearadventure

We decided to visit Manting Park. It was very nice and the gardens are beautiful. It was very crowded as it was CNY. I wasn’t a fan of the elephant ‘garden’ as the elephants were in an area that was very loud and crowded. Hopefully the animals in the park are treated well. Also, there are limited bathrooms within the area and the facilities are not the best.

#china #yunnan #xishuangbanna One of our favourite parts of our trip to Xishuangbanna was Manting Imperial Park. Here you can be surrounded by the flora and fauna that is typical to this tropical paradise, as well as get a glimpse into the unique architecture in the form of temples. There is also an elephant show in the park, and a dance performance evening that you can get tickets for around ¥200 (buffet and bonfire included!)

Manting Park-480 for all -cheaper packages available(front row tickets are not worth the extra¥) •Beautiful park with temples and lake •Boat ride •Elephant Show •Dinner buffet, Dai Culture Show, Bonfire #Xishuangbanna #mantingpark

There were so many temples to check in Manting park, Xishuangbanna! It gives you a feeling like you’re in Thailand with all the tropical surroundings! I was travelling alone so I had nobody to take pictures of me, but that’s not a problem when you’re in Xishuangbanna! You will find photographers in every corner! I really wanted to try these Thai dresses that everyone was wearing, so I found a girl who told me that I could wear the dress and take 25 pictures for just 100rmb! Not a bad price I think🤭! And this was the result➡️ Totally worth it! I just love these pictures 💚!#summervacation #naturalwonders #xishuangbannatravel #chinatravel #tropicalvibes #solotravel

Went there while it was raining, so not that many people were there. Tips: 🎈 can easily do without an electric car, just had a relaxing stroll and enjoy the temples and nature 🎈 easy to find the location 🎈Try different paths

Manting park is one of the must-visit attractions of Xishuangbanna. It is a park with nearly endless photo opportunities or just for appreciation of the old style thai/chinese architecture. There are many small and large temples within manting park, some of which are active buddhist temples. Within the park there are lots of other activities such as boating on the lake and river, watching the minority shows and dances, watching the elephant shows, looking at the peacocks and parrots, seeing how the Dai minority people made paper and pottery and much more. There are places you can rent Dai minority clothing for photo opportunities throughout the park and you will see lots of people doing just that as you walk around the park. Walking around this park really gives you a sense for what it was like to be a Dai minority person in ancient times in terms of culture, food, entertainment and general living. #passionpassport

Manting Park is one of the most important landmarks and tourist attractions of Xishuangbanna. This place is not located in down town, however It can be reached easily by taxi or public transport. The recommended sightseeing time is between one to two hours. The place is very well maintained, clean and beautiful ornate buildings. It's not crowded at all compared with other landmarks. Very worth visiting and cheap entrance fee. Bring your walking shoes and camera because there are too many places to explore around. This is good option if you traveling with kids as they will be definitely entertained around the place. #createwithtrip #holidays #exploring #createwithtrip

Dai style park. There was the palace of Dai kind but I couldn’t get in: it was closed because of the virus. However it’s a beautiful place to take pictures and enjoy the nature. You can also watch elephants’ show and take photos with the parrots. It’s not far from the city. So no need to worry about the distance. Just go and enjoy your day. Be ready so spend at least 4 hours in the park. #travelinspiration #travelwithme #yunnantravel #xishuangbanna #naturelover #chinalife #amazingplace #dai_style #exploringchina #enjoythelife

Did you hear of Manting Park? It’s one of the oldest parks in Xishuangbanna. Full of unique architecture and fauna. It’s full of Dai culture! The park you can easily spend several hours here wandering around the parks that surround the lake 🌿During the day, this place is great to wonder around the nature, bask in the sun, ride a boat in the lake, feed the fish and take in the different temples. 🐟In one part, there is a place where you can buy fish and release them back into the lake - this is seen as good luck. If you don’t want to buy fish, you can buy fish food to give thanks. 🕊Plus you can also see some wildlife and many birds - there is also an elephant show, parrot and mini-horse on site although not something I enrolled in. At nighttime, they also hold an evening show with bonfire and lanterns. (Although I didn’t see anything about this during Covid times!) 💰The park costs enter - you can buy tickets on Meituan or simply buy them at the park entrance. I purchased tickets from Meituan for around 30rmb p/p. It was worth the price for a relaxing day out. 📍35 Wanting Road, Jinghong City 🚕 It’s really easy to get to, simply hail a car or self-drive to Manting Park. Parking is available on site. 🍔 There are some food vendors inside the park including drinks, ice creams, snacks and main meals ☀️ It gets really hot during the day and there is plenty of places to find shade, but make sure you use sun screen! #travellater #traveltheotherside #theotherside #travelwithme #nature #xishuangbanna #mantingpark #banna #manting

Currently 4A attraction. Formerly known as the Manting Imperial Garden of the Dai People’s King, with a history of over 1300 years. It’s opened to tourists since early 1985 and really worth to walk around for 1-2 hours. I don’t recommend the elephants or parrot shows… poor caged animals.

I had a great time at Manting Park! Here’s some information about this scenic spot: “Manting Park in Xishuangbanna used to be the Imperial Garden of the Dai Kingdom, with a Buddhist temple called Zongfo Si inside. The Dai cultural show and bonfire party happen there every evening. Manting Park, a natural village-style park, is 2 kilometers (1.2 miles) southeast of downtown Jinghong, the major city of Xishuangbanna in Yunnan Province. The park has over 500 well-preserved ancient kassod trees and other plant species, hills, rivers, and local Dai architectures and temples, presenting a collection of tropical nature and the culture of the Dai royal family, Buddhism, and Dai folk customs.” I also recommend going to the Bonfire Party. Although I think the Bonfire Party at Grand Theater was better, it’s still a great experience! #ThisIsChina #yunnan #vacation #beautiful #nationalpark #scenicspotguide #naturalwonders #xishuangbanna #jinhong

Xishuangbanna is known for its Thai influence and beauty across the city. If you take a trip here, Manting Park is easily going to be part of your sightseeing. Entry costs 40RMB and you could spend the day here. Based on the time of year, weather could be lovely and you can take a picnic to sit on the grass and enjoy. If the weather is more tropical (wet), enjoy a drink in the small cafe before continuing round the park to take photos. It is connected to Mengle area so you can loop round to do both for 40RMB. Absolutely stunning architecture, easy to get to from anywhere in Xishuangbanna. Definitely worth a visit. #chinatravel #xishuangbanna #chinabeauty #nationalpark#summervacation

📍Manting park, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China 💰54 RMB shuttle car not included Manting Park is the oldest park in Xishuangbanna, said to have been the garden of the Dai king 1,300 years ago. It is a tourist attraction that is easy to find because it is located in the city center. There is a small temple called Chongbulsa in the park that is over 1,000 years old, and there are elephant and parrot performances at different times. In fact, many people say that the highlight is the 3-hour ethnic minority performance that takes place at 7 PM, but I didn't see it. The elephant performance is about 5 elephants dancing, giving massages, and performing simple tricks. 😝 You can ride on an elephant and take pictures for a small fee! The park is so big that it is good to walk around and see it for 3-4 hours. There is also a shuttle car, so if you are afraid to walk back, you can take a car! #PleaseWinter #Xishuangbanna #HiddenTravelDestination #SoloTravel #Winter #ChinaTravel #Park

Manting Park boasts not only the unique natural scenery, but also artificial rare flowers and architecture. With the radiant and enchanting scenery, dense forest and a great variety of fruit trees, it is an ideal tourist attraction for people to go sightseeing. Manting Park is the oldest park in Jinghong with a history of over 1,300 years. Manting Park is the carrier of Dai culture. It is the main venue to hold grand ceremonies of Dai nationality. It is very easy to find, lots of big signs. There is a large car park at the entrance. You can also enjoy lots of snacks and Thai style tea and coffee. #historicculture#loveflowers#ancientarchitecture#nationalpark

🟩️🟩️Xishuangbanna Travel Guide (2025 Edition) 🟢️ I. Must-See Attractions & Addresses 🌳 1. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, CAS - Address: Huludao Island, Menglun Town, Mengla County - Features: China’s largest tropical botanical garden, divided into east and west zones. The west zone features exotic flowers and plants, while the east zone is a primitive rainforest hiking area. - Highlights: Victoria Amazonica Pool, strangler figs, and tropical rainforest greenhouse. 🐘2. Wild Elephant Valley - Address: Mengyang Town, Jinghong City - Features: Home to Asian elephants. Take a cable car to see wild elephants and participate in interactive elephant shows. - Highlights: Elephant viewing walkway, butterfly garden, and night rainforest exploration. 🐰3. Gaozhuang Xishuangjing - Address: Jiangbei Section of Xuanwei Avenue, Jinghong City - Features: "Nine Towers and Twelve Stockaded Villages," a Dai-Thai style pedestrian street, Starlight Night Market, the Grand Golden Pagoda, and the Liuguo Floating Market. - Highlights: Trip Moments in Dai costumes, Lao iced coffee, and pounded chicken feet. 🦊4. Manting Park + General Buddhist Temple - Address: No. 35 Manting Road, Jinghong City - Features: The Royal Garden of the Dai King, a blend of Buddhist culture and tropical gardens. The General Buddhist Temple is a sacred site of Theravada Buddhism. - Highlights: The Dai King's Palace, the golden top of the General Buddhist Temple, and evening bonfire parties. 🐵5. Wangtianshu Scenic Area - Address: Bubeng Village, Mengla County - Features: The world's highest treetop corridor (36 meters), experience a "skywalk," and see Wangtian trees up close. - Highlights: The Philippe Trail, Nanla River cruise, and the five wonders of the tropical rainforest. 🦚6. Dai Minority Park - Address: Menghan Town, Jinghong City - Features: Five natural Dai villages where you can experience the Water Splashing Festival, Dai bamboo houses, and temple culture. - Highlights: Manchunman Buddhist Temple, daily Water Splashing Festival celebrations, and Dai barbecue. 🚌 II. Transportation Guide ✈️1. External Transportation - Airplane: Fly directly to Xishuangbanna Gasa International Airport. During peak season (November-April), airfare is approximately CNY 600-1,200. A flight from Kunming takes 1 hour. - High-speed Rail: Kunming Station → Xishuangbanna Station, 4.5 hours, second-class seats cost around CNY 240. - Self-drive: Kunming-Mojiang Expressway (G8511), about 8 hours from Kunming. Be mindful of the curves in the mountainous areas. 🚗2. Local Transportation - Urban Area: Taxis start at CNY 10, ride-hailing apps are convenient, and shared electric bikes (like Hellobike) cover Gaozhuang and the Water Splashing Square. - Scenic Areas: - East Route (Botanical Garden, Dai Minority Park): Take a bus from Jinghong Bus Station. Tickets cost CNY 20-30, and the journey takes 1 hour. - North Route (Wild Elephant Valley, Jinuo Mountain Village): Take a direct bus to the scenic area (departing from Gaozhuang/Water Splashing Square), round trip CNY 50/person. - Wangtianshu: Take a bus to Mengla from Jinghong Bus Station and get off at Bubeng Village. Tickets cost CNY 40, and the journey takes 2 hours. - Chartered Car: CNY 300-500/day (7-seater commercial vehicle), suitable for families or groups. You can ask your homestay to arrange a booking. 🎫III. Tickets & Discounts Attraction Name Adult Ticket Discounted Ticket (Student/60+) Special Projects/Combined Tickets Botanical Garden, CAS CNY 80 CNY 40 Electric Cart (West Zone CNY 50, Full Park CNY 100) Wild Elephant Valley CNY 54 CNY 27 One-way Cable Car CNY 50, Rainforest Elephant Herding CNY 200/person Gaozhuang Xishuangjing Free Free General Buddhist Temple CNY 10, Liuguo Floating Market CNY 30 Manting Park + General Buddhist Temple CNY 40 CNY 20 Bonfire Party VIP Ticket CNY 298 (includes dinner) Wangtianshu CNY 120 CNY 60 Treetop Corridor CNY 120 (required) Dai Minority Park CNY 80 CNY 40 Water Splashing Festival Basin Rental CNY 30 🎫Ticket Tips: - Purchase tickets 1 day in advance on the "Tour Yunnan" app or the official WeChat accounts of the scenic areas for a 10% discount at some attractions. - Student IDs, senior citizen cards (60+), military IDs, etc., must be exchanged for tickets on-site. - The Botanical Garden, CAS, offers free science lectures every Wednesday at 2:00 pm. ❤ IV. Other Useful Tips ⏰ 1. Best Time to Travel - November-April: Dry season, cool climate (daily average 20-28°C), suitable for outdoor activities. - May-October: Rainy season, fewer tourists, experience the tropical fruit harvest (such as pineapple and mango), but bring rain gear. 🍧2. Food Recommendations - Night Market Must-Eats: Lemongrass grilled fish, pounded chicken feet, grilled enoki mushrooms in banana leaves, and pineapple purple rice. - Featured Restaurants: - Manfeilong Roasted Chicken (Gaozhuang Branch): Dai barbecue, recommended roasted chicken and ghost chicken. - Yuhan Dai Restaurant (Mandou Village): Authentic Dai cuisine, around CNY 50 per person. - Fruits: Lao iced coffee, Paoluda, sugar-apple, rambutan (cheaper at night markets). 🏯3. Accommodation Recommendations - Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: Convenient for travel, recommended "Banxi · Mingyue View Homestay" (rooftop pool, free airport pickup), "Yuelianzhuang Pineapple Hotel" (popular photo spot). - Resort Area: "Wanda Vista Resort Hotel" (villas with pools, suitable for families), "Crowne Plaza Resort Xishuangbanna" (cost-effective). - Budget Option: Mandou Village guesthouses (such as "Bamboo Guesthouse"), around CNY 100/night per person. 4. Culture & Safety - Religious Etiquette: Remove your shoes before entering Buddhist temples, dress respectfully (avoid short skirts/shorts), and ask for permission before taking photos. - Mosquito Repellent & Sunscreen: Carry mosquito repellent, sunscreen, and a hat. Wear long sleeves and pants in rainforest areas. - Transportation Tips: Negotiate the price for chartered cars in advance (including fuel and tolls) to avoid drivers adding extra charges. Choose licensed taxis for nighttime travel. 5. Special Notes for the Water Splashing Festival (April 14-16, 2025) - Activities: Water splashing revelry (main venue at Water Splashing Square), float parade, and mass release of Kongming lanterns. - Equipment: Waterproof phone case, goggles, light clothing (dark colors recommended to avoid transparency). - Safety: Avoid main roads (such as Mengle Avenue) to prevent traffic jams. Do not display valuables. 📝6. Itinerary Reference - 3-Day Tour: ☀- Day 1: Botanical Garden, CAS (full day) → Gaozhuang Night Market. ☀- Day 2: Wild Elephant Valley (morning) → Jinuo Mountain Village (afternoon) → Manting Park Bonfire Party. ☀- Day 3: Dai Minority Park (Water Splashing Festival activities) → Manting Park + General Buddhist Temple. - 5-Day In-depth Tour: Add Wangtianshu (Day 4) and Daluo Port (Day 5, border pass required). V. Budget Reference (5 Days, 4 Nights) Item Cost (Per Person) Notes Transportation CNY 1,500-2,500 Airfare/high-speed rail + local chartered car/taxi Accommodation CNY 800-2,000 Gaozhuang homestay/four-star hotel Food CNY 600-1,000 Meals + snacks Tickets CNY 500-800 Combined tickets for main attractions + experiences Other CNY 300-500 Trip Moments in Dai costumes, shopping, etc. Total: CNY 3,700-6,800, adjust according to spending habits. 🈯Tip: Xishuangbanna's attractions are spread out, so plan your route in advance to avoid rushing around. If time is limited, choose the classic 3-day tour of "Wild Elephant Valley + Botanical Garden, CAS + Gaozhuang" for an in-depth experience of the tropical rainforest and Dai-Thai culture. The Water Splashing Festival is coming up, so those who love water activities can get ready!

Xishuangbanna is truly a place brimming with tropical charm! It's like spring all year round, with lush greenery and a wide variety of tropical fruits. Once you're here, you won't want to leave 🥭🌴. Must-visit attractions: 1. Manting Park: Once the royal garden of the Dai king, it's now a stunningly beautiful place to take photos. There are also elephant performances to watch 🐘. 2. Wild Elephant Valley: You'll have the chance to get up close and personal with wild Asian elephants. You can also take a cable car for a thrilling bird's-eye view of the entire valley. 3. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden: A dazzling array of exotic flowers and plants will open your eyes to the wonders of the plant kingdom 🌿. 4. Dai Garden: Experience the rich culture of the Dai people and participate in the Water Splashing Festival for tons of fun 💦. 5. Jinghong Grand Golden Pagoda: This gleaming golden pagoda is a magnificent sight and a great place to take photos. 6. Starlight Night Market: Super lively at night, with all kinds of snacks, handicrafts, and photo opportunities 📸. 7. Jinuo Mountain Village: Learn about the culture and history of the Jinuo people and sample their unique cuisine. 8. Primeval Forest Park: Watch the peacock release performance and experience the magic of nature 🦚. Food recommendations: 🍲 Dai barbecue: Various meats and vegetables grilled to perfection, served with special dipping sauces. Simply divine! 🍜 Dai hot and sour noodles: Tangy, spicy, and delicious, with smooth and tender noodles. You won't be able to stop at just one bite. 🥭 Mango sticky rice: Fresh mango paired with soft and glutinous sticky rice. Sweet but not greasy, super delicious! 🍲 Tom Yum Soup: A Xishuangbanna specialty, this Thai-inspired soup is sour, spicy, and appetizing, with plenty of seafood. 🍢 Dai grilled fish: Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and seasoned with fragrant and spicy spices. The taste is amazing! 🥗 Dai cold noodles: Refreshing, cool, and perfectly balanced with sour and spicy flavors. A great choice for beating the summer heat. 🍛 Pineapple rice: The refreshing aroma of pineapple blends perfectly with the sweetness of rice. Every bite is a delight. Transportation: Getting around Xishuangbanna is quite convenient. You can take the bus to various attractions, and taxis are also affordable. For more freedom to explore, you can rent an electric scooter or a car 🚗. Accommodation: Xishuangbanna offers a wide range of accommodation options, from budget-friendly hotels to high-end resorts. Staying in Jinghong city center is convenient, as it's close to various attractions 🏨. Tips: 🌸 When visiting Manting Park and Wild Elephant Valley, it's recommended to wear long sleeves and pants to prevent mosquito bites. 🍂 The Starlight Night Market stays open late, so you can visit at night and experience the local nightlife. 🍃 While in Xishuangbanna, try on some local ethnic clothing and take some beautiful photos as souvenirs. 🍁 If you want to buy handicrafts or local specialties, remember to bargain!

➡️Day 1: After arriving in Xishuangbanna, head to Gaozhuang Xishuangjing. This area features a blend of Dai and Thai architecture, perfect for taking photos. In the evening, visit the Starlight Night Market, one of the largest night markets in Southeast Asia. Here, you can sample various Dai-style barbecues, tropical fruits, and local snacks. The night market is open until the early hours of the morning, but it's less crowded after 9pm. ➡️Day 2: In the morning, visit the Dai Garden (entry fee: CNY 45). We recommend participating in the water splashing activity at 1:30pm (bring a change of clothes). In the afternoon, head to Manyuan Village (30 km from the city center) to see the mushroom houses and traditional Dai dwellings. In the evening, explore the Riverside Night Market, which offers a more local experience than the Starlight Night Market. Try the Dai-style grilled food in banana leaves and the lemon-pounded chicken feet. ➡️Day 3: Manting Park (entry fee: CNY 40) is the former royal garden of the Dai king. Dress in bright colors for photos. The main Buddhist temple is located within the park, so dress respectfully (no shorts or short skirts). In the afternoon, visit Longzhou Square for views of the Lancang River. In the evening, try an authentic Dai meal, such as lemongrass grilled fish and pineapple rice. ➡️Day 4: In the morning, explore the Dai Water Town and experience Dai water culture. At the ethnic handicrafts market, you can buy souvenirs such as silver jewelry and Dai brocade. Manyun Market is the largest local farmers market, where you can buy fresh fruit and local specialties to take home. ⭐️Transportation: 1️⃣Airport to city center: Taxi (approx. CNY 30), airport bus (CNY 5 per person) 2️⃣Within the city center: Use DiDi, or rent an e-bike for short distances. 3️⃣To scenic spots: - Dai Garden: Take the bus from the city's passenger transport station (CNY 15) - Wild Elephant Valley: Take the direct bus from the passenger transport station (CNY 22) - Manyuan Village: Charter a car (approx. CNY 150 round trip) ➡️Accommodation: 1⃣️In the heart of Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: - Mekong View Lan Grand Hotel (high-end) - Puti Pasha Courtyard (boutique guesthouse) 2⃣️Budget-friendly options: - Si Rui Qiu Art Hotel - Qing Feng Yun Holiday Inn ⭐️Must-try Food: 1⃣️Main dishes: - Dai-style hand-grabbed rice (recommended: Luoluo Cafe) - Lemongrass grilled fish - Chicken cooked with sour bamboo shoots - Pineapple purple rice 2⃣️Night market snacks: - Pounded chicken feet (recommended: Xiaoyu's) - Paoluda (banana flavor is the most classic) - Lao iced coffee - Coconut jelly 3⃣️Fruit: - Small pineapples (CNY 10 for 3) - Mango (try the salad version) - Durian (cheapest in May–June) - Passion fruit Things to Note: 1⃣️Sun protection: Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses are essential. 2⃣️Mosquito repellent: Bring mosquito repellent. 3⃣️Clothing: Pack light summer clothes + a light jacket. 4⃣️Water Splashing Festival gear: Waterproof phone bag, change of clothes. Best time to visit: November–April (May–June is less crowded and more affordable). Book accommodation at least 1 month in advance. Prices double during peak season (November–April). Scenic spot tickets can be booked through the official WeChat public account. Some attractions offer package deals.

🔵9 Recommended Spots for April Travel in Xishuangbanna 🔵Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences 💸Tickets: Approx. CNY 100/person (prices may vary seasonally, check the official website). 🔥Tips: Flowers such as Victoria amazonica and Bougainvillea are in full bloom in April. Stroll through the rainforest, take the electric car to the East Zone Green Stone Forest, and experience the tropical rainforest ecosystem. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: Full day is recommended. Arrive before 9am to avoid crowds. 🔵Wild Elephant Valley 💸Tickets: Approx. CNY 200/person. 🔥Tips: April is not the best season for elephant viewing, but you can watch elephant shows, visit the butterfly garden and the snake and lizard garden, and look for wild elephants along the elephant viewing trail. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: 9am to 3pm, avoiding the midday heat. 🔵Manting Royal Garden (Manting Park) 💸Tickets: Approx. CNY 50/person. 🔥Tips: Flowers are in full bloom in April. Visit the ruins of the Dai King's Palace and the White Elephant Lake. Participate in the bonfire party in the evening to experience Dai singing and dancing. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: After 4pm to enjoy both day and night views. 🔵Xishuangbanna Dai Garden 💸Tickets: Approx. CNY 120/person. 🔥Tips: Participate in the Water Splashing Festival activities in April, visit temples, watch handicraft making, and experience traditional Dai life. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: 10am to 4pm, allowing ample time for activities. 🔵Primitive Forest Park 💸Tickets: Approx. CNY 250/person. 🔥Tips: Watch the peacock release show at 11:00/15:00. Wear non-slip shoes for hiking on the rainforest trails. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: 9am to 2pm, avoiding the humid periods in the rainforest. 🔵Mengle Great Buddha Temple 💸Tickets: Approx. CNY 100/person. 🔥Tips: Participate in the water splashing activities at 2:30pm. Overlook the Jinghong city view from the mountain top. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: 2pm to 4pm, ideal lighting for photos. 🔵Gaozhuang Xishuangjing 💸Tickets: Free. 🔥Tips: A must-visit at night is the Starlight Night Market. Buy Dai costumes and enjoy Lao iced coffee with pounded chicken feet. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: After 6pm to experience the lively atmosphere of the night market. 🔵Jinghong Golden Pagoda 💸Tickets: Free. 🔥Tips: Adjacent to Gaozhuang Xishuangjing, it offers different scenery during the day and night, perfect for photos. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: 5pm to 7pm, best lighting during sunset. 🔵Jinuo Mountain Village 💸Tickets: Approx. CNY 150/person. 🔥Tips: Experience Jinuo culture, watch traditional song and dance performances, and taste local cuisine. 🕰️Suggested visiting time: 9am to 12pm, avoiding the afternoon heat. 🍧5 Recommended Specialty Food Shops in Xishuangbanna 🍧Lao Puer Bean Soup (Mingzhu Community Branch) A local breakfast shop, cost-effective, CNY 9 for a filling meal. 🍧Yang Yang Snacks The fish in banana leaf is fresh and fragrant, with delicious sauce, popular among tourists. 🍧Yunweifang Free-range Chicken Rice Noodles Open kitchen, generous portions of chicken in the free-range chicken rice noodles, delicious soup base. 🍧Suandudu · Handmade Fresh Dumplings Delicious and affordable, CNY 4 for a large bowl, perfect for a quick meal. 🍧Shiping No. 4 Old Brand First Roasted Tofu Night market food stall, Shiping tofu is a must-try barbecue delicacy. 🗺️3-Day Itinerary Day 1: Nature and Culture Exploration Morning: Arrive in Jinghong, check in to your hotel in Gaozhuang Xishuangjing, and take a break. Noon: Enjoy Dai cuisine in Gaozhuang (e.g., lemongrass grilled fish, pineapple purple rice). Afternoon: Visit Manting Royal Garden, explore the ruins of the Dai King's Palace and White Elephant Lake. Evening: Stroll through the Starlight Night Market, try on Dai costumes for photos, and enjoy Lao iced coffee. Day 2: Rainforest and Animal Encounters Morning: Visit Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, and explore the West Zone. Noon: Have lunch in the scenic area, tasting local specialties. Afternoon: Explore the East Zone Green Stone Forest and experience the tropical rainforest ecosystem. Evening: Return to Jinghong city and enjoy Dai barbecue. Day 3: Dai Culture and Water Splashing Fun Morning: Visit Xishuangbanna Dai Garden, explore temples and traditional buildings, and watch song and dance performances. Noon: Have lunch in the Dai Garden, savoring Dai cuisine. Afternoon: Participate in the Water Splashing Festival activities and experience traditional Dai culture. Evening: Return to Jinghong city, pack your luggage, and prepare for your departure. 📌Important Notes The temperature in Xishuangbanna is high in April. Bring light and breathable clothing, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent. Air ticket prices are high during the Water Splashing Festival. Book flights and hotels in advance. Respect local religious beliefs and customs. Take off your shoes when entering Buddhist temples and do not touch the heads of young monks. Attractions are scattered. It is recommended to hire a car or take the scenic spot shuttle bus.

📍 Starlight Night Market The largest night market in Asia! Dai barbecue, tropical fruits, handicrafts… The night is brightly lit. Take photos in Dai costumes and travel to Southeast Asia in a second! 📍 Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, CAS The largest tropical botanical garden in China. Ride on Victoria amazonica, see exotic flowers and plants. During the night tour, fireflies dance all over the sky. It's suffocatingly romantic! 📍 Wild Elephant Valley Observe Asian wild elephants up close, watch elephant school performances, and experience rainforest elephant herding. It's super suitable for family trips~ 📍 Manting Park The Royal Garden of the Dai King. The golden and white pagodas complement each other. Change into Dai costumes and become a "runaway princess" in seconds. Every photo is an exotic blockbuster! 📍 Primeval Forest Park Hike the rainforest boardwalk, watch peacocks fly, challenge the jungle zipline, and feel the wild charm of the tropical rainforest! ✨Tips：The Water Splashing Festival is a must-try! Taste Dai-style hand-pilaf and Paoluda. Stay in a Dai-style inn in Gaozhuang for a truly worthwhile trip! ↓Click to collect and unlock a fantastic journey to Xishuangbanna!