[2024 Lancang Attraction] Travel Guide for Qiangan Ancient Village (Updated Nov)
Historical Sites
Address:
惠民鎮糯幹古寨
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
2-3 hours
Yunnan Offbeat | First Encounter and Delightful Guide to Nuogan Ancient Village after Rain
In the Jingmai Mountain of Lancang
There is an ancient village called Nuogan
The village is simple and quiet
Each household makes a living by tea planting
The whole village is not big
Now there are less than 300 households left
It's one of the well-preserved original ancient villages in China without commercialization, which is really rare
The Jingmai Mountain where the village is located is also applying for intangible cultural heritage
Liu Haoran's movie 'One Point Straight Home' was also filmed here. This village is really my favorite among all the ancient villages I have visited. I want to stay here for a month doing nothing
I went there in mid-February
The whole Jingmai Mountain was already full of flowers. Actually, it's most beautiful to go there in March and April
At this time, you can also experience tea picking
Finally, some practical information: How to get there: You can choose to drive or take a bus. The overall road condition of Jingmai Mountain is asphalt road, but there are many winding mountain roads and bends. Be careful of oncoming vehicles when turning.
How to shoot: The day I went happened to be a rainy day, so the photos taken have a very special feel. The rain turned the eaves into a deep blue color. The main shooting location is on the main road when you enter Nuogan Ancient Village. You can also go to the roof of a local Dai family's house to shoot, which is also very photogenic.
When shooting, be sure to pay attention to exposure, do not overexpose
◆How to edit photos: You can edit towards dark and blue tones, with the highlights leaning towards blue and the shadows leaning towards blue-green
◆How to play:
It is recommended to control the duration of the visit to two days and one night
On the first day, you can stay in the neighboring Wengji Ancient Village, and play in each village for an afternoon
In Wengji Ancient Village, you can see the sea of clouds in the parking lot, and both the village gate and the village center are suitable for check-in. Remember to try the local corn wine and lemongrass grilled fish~
nocturna_9912
7 Days in Kunming-Puer-Lincang: A Must-See!
7 days in Kunming-Puer-Lincang, a journey of beautiful scenery and tea fragrance, a must-see Yunnan style trip! Come and explore with us!
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🏃Itinerary
Day 1: Cuihu Park->Gasa Town->Nan'en Waterfall->Shimen Gorge Scenic Area
Stroll through Cuihu, explore Gasa Town, admire the grandeur of Nan'en Waterfall, and visit the wonders of Shimen Gorge.
Day 2: Jinshan Primitive Forest->Jingkang
Explore the mysterious nature of Jinshan Primitive Forest, then head to Jingkang to experience a different culture.
Day 3: Sigangli->Kilometer Chinese Painting Gallery->Guangyun Mian Temple->Hulu Town
Visit the legend of Sigangli, stroll through the Kilometer Chinese Painting Gallery, visit the tranquility of Guangyun Mian Temple, and finally enjoy the leisure of Hulu Town.
Day 4: China Yonghe Port->Awa Mountain Sea of Clouds->Wengding Primitive Tribe
Depart from China Yonghe Port, admire the spectacular Awa Mountain Sea of Clouds, and visit the ancient culture of Wengding Primitive Tribe.
Day 5: Mengsuo Longtan->Nayin Ancient Town
Visit the natural beauty of Mengsuo Longtan, then head to Nayin Ancient Town to experience the history and charm.
Day 6: Lancang County Laodabao Village Music Town->Jingmai Millennium Ancient Tea Garden->Nuogan Ancient Village->Wengji Bulang Old Village
Experience the charm of village music in Laodabao, taste the tea fragrance of Jingmai Ancient Tea Garden, and visit the folk customs of Nuogan Ancient Village and Wengji Bulang Old Village.
Day 7: Jingmai Millennium Ancient Tea Garden->Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion
On the last day, visit Jingmai Ancient Tea Garden again to experience the charm of millennium tea culture, and finally visit the unique architecture of Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion.
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🎒 Travel Essentials:
👚 Clothing: Lightweight jacket, long-sleeved top, jeans to cope with temperature differences; sun protection clothing, sun hat to block UV rays.
📋 Documents: ID card, driver's license, student ID for discounts and peace of mind; cash, bank card for worry-free payment.
💊 Health: Motion sickness medicine, stomach medicine for a more comfortable trip; sunscreen, moisturizer for skin care.
📷 Fun: Cell phone, camera to capture the beauty; charger, power bank for full power.
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🚗Don't hesitate, pack your bags and start your Kunming-Puer-Lincang trip, more exciting things are waiting for you to discover!✨
SilverLining4242424242
World Heritage Site, Jingmai Mountain Guide.
Jingmai Mountain was just listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 2023. It is still in a relatively primitive state: transportation is inconvenient, and no tickets are required 🎫
👉Transportation
Public transportation is inconvenient, so self-driving or carpooling is recommended.
The road from Xishuangbanna to Jingmai Mountain is mostly mountain roads, which will test your driving skills. There is also a section of gravel road that is hard on tires.
We rented a car, and the driver drove very fast. If you are confident in your driving skills, you can also drive yourself.
👉Number of Days
You can take a 1-day tour or a 3-4 day tour, depending on your schedule.
We did a day trip, which was tiring, but we saw all the main attractions.
👉Attractions
✅Jingmai Mountain Exhibition Center: Learn about the process of applying for World Heritage status, the tea culture of Jingmai Mountain, the history of Pu'er tea, etc.
✅Dapingzhang Ancient Tea Garden (core ancient tea garden of the World Heritage Site): Learn about the growth environment of ancient tea trees and the ruins of the Ancient Tea Horse Road.
✅Nuogan Ancient Village: Learn about the history of the Dai people growing tea on Jingmai Mountain. Nuogan is also the most photogenic spot on Jingmai Mountain. There are travel photography shops and ethnic clothing rentals in the village.
✅Wengji Ancient Village: A settlement of the Blang people, with 2,500-year-old ancient trees, a rainforest coffee shop opened by a Frenchman, etc. 1 km further up is Wengwa Village, which is more primitive and less commercial.
✅Jingmai Dazhai: Sacred Tree Coffee, Exhibition Center.
✅Bee God Tree + Princess Banyan + Octagonal Pagoda: You will pass by these on the way, and you can stop to take photos 📷
ExploringEuphoria
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.
Emily Davenport
Dendrobium is also a symbol of architectural culture.
🔽Dendrobium is also a symbol of architectural culture and a magical plant. The village center is the starting point and center of the construction of the Jingmai Mountain ethnic village, and is considered to be the place where the village god is located and the place where the village god ceremony is held. According to local legends, the village god of Nuogang Old Village was transformed after the death of the first village head who built the village. To this day, when major changes such as the construction of new houses, the birth of infants, or the death of the elderly occur in the village, the current village head still needs to worship the village center and inform the village god. The village center is a reflection of the worship and folk beliefs of the ancestors of the Jingmai Mountain Dai people.
Nuogan Ancient Village is the location of many film and television works, such as "One Point to Home", the recently popular "Bian Shui Past Events", and "Road of Fire" released on National Day.
On the road, we saw a sign standing by the road, and we decisively stopped by the road. In order to better protect the ancient tea trees, the roads on Jingmai Mountain are all paved with these stones.
The special feature of Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tea Forest is the "forest tea" planting method, which refers to the selective thinning of some trees and shrubs in the forest, the use of tea seed sowing and sexual reproduction, and the formation of local tea tree dominant communities in the shrub layer. After more than a hundred years of cultivation and replacement, a forest tea planting system with good forest ecology and a significant tree, shrub, and grass structure has been formed.
Nova_Skyfall_42
The most simple temple I've ever seen among hundreds of temples - Nuogang Buddhist Temple, don't miss it when you come to Nuogan.
📍Address: Nuogan Ancient Village Nuogang Buddhist Temple
🚗Transportation: Self-driving or chartered car or group tour
👍️Must-visit attractions: The temple is in Nuogan Ancient Village. Key point: Nuogan is Nuogang, it's just that there is a sign in the ancient village that says Nuogang, so many people think it is two ancient villages, but it is actually the same one.
🌈Features: Nuogan Ancient Village is worth drinking tea and strolling for two hours. This temple inside is extremely simple, no tickets, no incense, merit as you wish
💗Other tips: The small viewing platform at the exit of the temple, you can see most of the ancient village, and the photos are not bad
OLIVER LUCAS
Domestic niche travel | Avoid crowds, find peace in Pu'er.
Escape the crowds and enjoy a peaceful vacation! Embark on a carefully planned hidden route, which will take you to explore untouched scenery. It is a perfect choice for family travel and relaxation. Carefully selected from 50 travel guides, presenting a lesser-known travel route!
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🗺️【Itinerary】
Day 1: Depart from Chongqing and head to Pu'er Station. Visit Ongki Ancient Village, which has a thousand-year history.
Day 2: From Ongki Ancient Village, easily travel to the nearby Nuogan Ancient Village. In the evening, return to Ongki Ancient Village to enjoy the sunset.
Day 3: Leave Ongki Ancient Village and head to a landmark banyan tree. Then, return to Pu'er city.
Day 4: In Pu'er city, visit the Plum Coffee Processing Plant. Then, head to the Sun River Red Panda Forest Park and experience the fresh air of the primeval forest.
Day 5: At the half-mountain hotel in Yixiangshan Campsite, enjoy the tranquility of the tea garden and taste local tea.
Day 6: End of the journey, return to Chongqing.
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✅【Featured Attractions Introduction】
1⃣️ Ongki Ancient Village and Nuogan Ancient Village: These two ancient villages retain their original appearance and have a low degree of commercialization, with only a few shops. Although the journey is a bit bumpy, you will find that it is like a paradise on earth upon arrival. Ancient trees surround the villages, and clouds and mist linger in the air. The fragrance of wood and soil is refreshing. Here, you can experience the tea culture of the Blang people.
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2⃣️ Banyan Tree: Although the location is secluded and the road is a bit dirty, requiring a walk, if you have a special feeling for this tree, it is worth exploring.
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3⃣️ Sun River Red Panda Forest Park: Although small, it is full of surprises. Most animals live freely, and you can get close to red pandas, sika deer, and other animals. The park has an excellent ecological environment, especially the wetland restaurant, which provides an excellent opportunity to get close to nature.
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4⃣️ Half-mountain Hotel: This is a guesthouse located in a tea garden. If the price is right, it is highly recommended to stay here for one night. The morning sea of clouds and the beautiful scenery of the tea garden are not to be missed. There is also an infinity pool and mountain off-road vehicle project, which is very suitable for family travel.
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5⃣️ Plum Coffee Processing Plant: Although not involved in the coffee bean production process, the building here is built with coffee grounds. Although it is a bit monotonous, it has a unique flavor.
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Lucas Ward34 %
Escape the summer heat in the thousand-year-old ancient village, Chalin Ancient Village, Nuogan Ancient Village
Escape the summer heat in the thousand-year-old ancient village, Chalin Ancient Village
The last sanctuary in the deep mountains of Yunnan, Nuogan Ancient Village on Jingmai Mountain, is a true paradise on earth. The villagers still live in the traditional Dai-style stilted wooden houses. Jingmai Mountain is a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage site, and it is the largest production area of Pu'er tea. The villagers in the mountains rely on tea planting for their livelihood.
The Bulang and Dai ethnic groups are the main inhabitants of Jingmai Mountain, and Nuogan Ancient Village has preserved the most original ecology of Jingmai Mountain's culture and architectural history.
Traditional Residences
Entering Nuogan Ancient Village, what appears before your eyes is a cluster of black-tiled wooden houses, with the traditional residences of the Dai and Bulang ethnic groups being stilted wooden or bamboo houses. The most distinct feature distinguishing Dai from Bulang residences is that the Dai often have multiple eaves with overlapping tiles, while the Bulang usually have single eaves, with a common decoration of one bud and two leaves at the flying eaves.
The stilted houses have livestock on the first floor and living quarters on the second. A hundred years ago, before the use of tile decorations, the residences in Nuogan also used thatched roofs.
Tea Frying
Tea is the livelihood of every household in Nuogan Ancient Village. The ancient tea culture has continued for a thousand years, and as you stroll through the village, the fragrance of tea is everywhere. In front of the houses, black tea is being sun-dried, and every villager's home has a tea pot, with the tender leaves being stir-fried to release the unique aroma of Jingmai Mountain's Pu'er tea.
Viewing Platform
The village's viewing platform is located at the highest point, where you can overlook the entire village. It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the entrance of the village to the viewing platform. Free
Village Tea Tasting
The simple customs are the romance of the ancient village. Even if it's your first visit to Nuogan, every household will invite you in for tea, making you feel as warmly welcomed as if you were returning to your hometown. Be sure to taste a cup of authentic Pu'er tea. Free You can also buy tea at various prices from tens to thousands of yuan
Nuogan Ancient Temple
In the center of the ancient village stands the Nuogan Ancient Temple, a Dai-style Theravada temple built during the Qing Dynasty. It is the venue for various major events in the village.
Traditional Clothing
With a slanted lapel short jacket and a slim tube skirt, there is a tailor shop that makes particularly exquisite Dai ethnic clothing. You can buy, rent, or even get your hair done for your own photoshoot. The cost is around 70 yuan.
Transportation: Take the Jingmai Mountain bus from Huimin Town in Pu'er City, and a half-hour winding mountain road will bring you to the best-preserved ancient village on Jingmai Mountain, Nuogan Ancient Village.
Timetable: 7:00 8:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 17:00
Cost: 15 yuan Take the bus at the entrance of the Credit Society opposite Huimin Town Bus Station
Accommodation Recommendation: There are some homestays in Nuogan Ancient Village, with prices starting at 200 yuan.
Food Recommendation: Pu'er tea, roasted tea, wild fruits, and local bananas, 10 yuan per bunch
diplomatical_leona
A lesser-known travel destination in Yunnan, a village with a history of over a thousand years
Nuogan Ancient Village, this Dai minority ancient village has a history of over a thousand years, not many people know about it, and even fewer have visited.
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Just left, and I'm already missing it.
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I especially like the village in the morning and evening, the air seems to carry the fragrance of tea leaves, with the occasional bark of a dog, it feels like my heart has been cleansed.
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The environment here is beautiful, with good ecology. Surrounded by mountains, there is an open basin in the middle, the 'Nuogan' in the village name means 'pond' in the ethnic language, and 'gan' means 'deer', so Nuogan means a place where deer come to drink.
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Ancient tea trees are scattered around Nuogan Ancient Village, and within the village, there are scattered ancient dwellings and temples, preserving a relatively complete Dai culture and the original ancient village appearance.
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The Dai people here have been living with tea for generations, forming a unique and ancient Dai culture.
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A village that you don't want to leave once you arrive, existing like a peaceful haven, quiet, comfortable, and cozy.
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🎈Travel Tips
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Recommended nearby attractions
✅ Jingmai Great Village
✅ Nuogang Ancient Village (Nuogan Ancient Village)
✅ Wengji Ancient Village
✅ Wengwa Ancient Village
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🏠Accommodation Recommendations
✅ There are many options during the off-season, you can check online in advance (here's a little tip, you can bargain after seeing the room on-site! After all, it's the off-season)
✅ During the peak season, be sure to book in advance, otherwise, it's hard to find a room
✅ The newly built villages also have many accommodations, and the conditions are generally better
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🚙Transportation Information
✅ The key point, the key point, the key point is transportation. Whether you're going to Jingmai Great Village, Nuogang/Gan Ancient Village, or Wengji Ancient Village, it's best to drive yourself. Chartering a car is a bit expensive, but if you have time, you can take the bus.
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✅ From Puer May 1st Bus Terminal, buy a ticket to Lancang (146 kilometers, 90Y/person), 9-seater bus; the earliest bus departs from Puer Bus Terminal at 7 am, with a bus every half hour
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✅ Upon reaching Lancang County Town, take the 14:20 direct bus to Mangjing (28Y/person) and get off at Nuogan Ancient Village (however, after boarding, the driver will collect an additional 5 yuan, because the ticket price to Mangjing is 33Y/person)
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✅ If you miss the direct bus, take a bus to Huimin Town. Then, at Huimin Bus Station, take a bus to Jingmai Mountain/Manghong (nearly 30 kilometers, 15Y)
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✅ To take the bus down the mountain, you need to call the driver in advance to reserve a seat, please check the specific departure time in the last picture information
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🌟PS: If you miss the bus, you can charter a car for 200Y/car to go up, or stay in Huimin Town for one night, because besides the bus, taxi apps won't be able to call a car
Addison Hayes Claire-67
If you don't promote this ancient village hidden from the world in Yunnan, you're really missing out
🌳【Scenery You Can't Miss】
1. Wengji Ancient Village
This is a Blang ethnic village with 93 households. The village has guesthouses and cafes, and the architecture is also in the Blang style. The people here are simple and enthusiastic. I was even warmly invited by a young man at the convenience store to his home for tea. He said that inviting guests for tea is a common occurrence here, but everyone is afraid to drink, which puzzles him.
2. Nuogan Ancient Village
This is the filming location for the movie 'Home at One Point' starring Liu Haoran and Peng Yuchang. The residents of the village are all from the Dai ethnic group, and the houses are also in the Dai style. The alleys in the village are long and tell of its history and culture under the sunlight.
3. Mangjing
Mangjing is divided into upper and lower villages. At the boundary, there is a centuries-old banyan tree known as the 'Princess Banyan', which is very photogenic. It's close to Wengji Ancient Village, and after checking in, you can go to Manghong to watch the sunset🌞
4. Manghong
The sunset here is fantastic~ It's really romantic to drink tea while watching the sunset in the village.
·Other villages not mentioned are also very distinctive and worth a visit, and each village is not far from the others.
🏠【About Accommodation】
Jingmai Daizhai is well developed with many accommodation options; staying in Wengji Ancient Village allows you to experience the Blang ethnic style and it's convenient to watch the sunrise and sunset. Each village has its own unique features, so you can choose for yourself~
MARCUS GARRETT
Journey to Pu'er
🚗🚗🚗Travel Itinerary:
Day1: Naka Li Village→China Pu'er Tea Expo Garden→Sun River National Forest Park
Day2: Wengji Bulang Ethnic Village→Jingmai Mountain Tea Culture Scenic Area→Nuogan Ancient Village
Day3: Mengsuo Dragon Pool→Menglian Golden Pagoda
AtlasSage20
Yunnan‖You're really out of the loop if you don't promote this ancient village hidden from the world
I set off on a self-drive trip from Xishuangbanna this time,
and arrived at this place listed as a World Heritage Site🍃
Here, you can experience the cultural blend of over a dozen different ethnic groups
The sunrises and sunsets here🌄 are beautiful, and there's a sea of clouds in winter
Based on my experience, I've prepared a travel guide
Hoping it can help those who want to visit this scenic spot with few people and beautiful views
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📍Location: Jingmai Mountain Tea Culture Scenic Area, Huimin Town, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province
🎫Ticket: Free
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🚗【 About Transportation 】
▪️You can drive yourself or carpool, 3.5h from Banna, 3h from Pu'er, you can start from Banna, play and then head to Pu'er
▪️Take a bus from Banna/Pu'er to 'Huimin Town', and then take a mountain shuttle bus across the road in Huimin Town, currently there are eight shuttle buses a day, the timetable is in the comments section
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🌳【 Two-Day Tour of Jingmai Mountain 】
𝘿𝙖𝙮𝟭: Manggeng➠Jinta Buddhist Temple➠Jingmai Village➠Jingmai Pagoda➠Dapingzhang Ancient Tea Forest
𝘿𝙖𝙮𝟮: Wengji Ancient Village➠Wengwa➠Nuogan Ancient Village➠Mangjing➠Manghong
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🌳【 Scenery Not to Be Missed 】
❶Wengji Ancient Village
This is a Blang ethnic village with 93 households. There are homestays and cafes in the village, and the architecture is also in the Blang style. The people here are simple and enthusiastic, and I was warmly invited by a little brother from a convenience store to his home for tea. He said that inviting guests for tea is a common thing here, but everyone is afraid to drink, which he finds puzzling.
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❷Nuogan Ancient Village
This is the filming location for 'Just One Touch Away' starring Liu Haoran and Peng Yuchang. The residents of the village are all Dai people, and the houses are in the Dai style. The alleys in the village are long and tell the history and culture under the sun.
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❸Mangjing
Mangjing is divided into upper and lower villages. At the boundary, there is a centuries-old Princess Banyan tree, which is very photogenic. It's close to Wengji Ancient Village, and after checking in, you can go to Manghong to watch the sunset🌄
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❹Manghong
The sunset here is fantastic～It's really romantic to drink tea while watching the sunset in the village🍵
▪️Other villages not mentioned are also very characteristic and worth visiting, and each village is not far from the others
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🏡【 About Accommodation 】
There are many accommodations in Jingmai Village; staying in Wengji Ancient Village allows you to experience the Blang culture and is convenient for watching the sunrise and sunset. Each village has its own characteristics, and you can choose for yourself～
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🍃【 Travel Tips 】
▪️Jingmai Village, Mengben, and Manggeng are suitable for watching the sunrise, the sunrise on Jingmai Mountain is beautiful🌅 and there's a sea of clouds in winter, which is really spectacular☁️
▪️Wengji and Manghong are good for watching the sunset, and you can also see stars at night in Wengwa🌌
▪️There will be mosquitoes in the tea forest, so be mindful of mosquito prevention in spring and summer～
ANDREW TURNER
A millennium-old Dai village unknown to 90% of tourists is actually located here
🍁 Deep in the forests by the Lancang River, there live generations of tea growers. Nuogan ancient village, also known as Shuizhai, is inhabited by the indigenous Dai people. The primitive and simple old village is nestled among thousands of acres of ancient tea gardens. The overall road conditions involve winding mountain roads and numerous curves, requiring experienced drivers to take the wheel, with self-driving or chartered cars being the main options.
🍁 Stepping into Nuogan ancient village, the village is built against the mountain in a scattered and orderly manner, with green-tiled wooden houses, and a strong Dai ethnic style hits you in the face. The village is not large, there are not many tourists, and the commercial atmosphere is not strong. Here, one can truly feel the charm of nature and the human touch. This is the most beautiful village I have seen in Yunnan so far!
🍁 The villagers here are simple and kind, and most families in the village make a living by growing tea. Every household in the ancient village has a tea house where you can drink tea for free, and the villagers also make one feel very comfortable.
🍁 Roasted tea, roasted milk tea, roasted meat... Simple folk customs! Of course! There are also ancient teas that are hundreds and thousands of years old! You deserve to come!
xavier.demetrius.nightshade
Off-the-Beaten-Path Destination Recommendation: A Primitive Village Hidden in the Mountains
Nuogang Ancient Village is located in Jingmai Village, Huimin Hani Township, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province. Surrounded by mountains on all sides, the village sits beside water and mountains, its primitive simplicity is like a paradise on earth.
Nuogang Ancient Village means 'the place where deer drink water' in the Dai language.
It is said that herds of wild deer used to come here to drink water, hence the name. It is also called Nuogan Ancient Village.
The primitive and simple old village is nestled among thousands of acres of ancient tea gardens. The village is surrounded by these tea gardens, and most families in the village make a living by planting tea. They have been tea farmers for generations, simple and kind-hearted.
Nuogang Ancient Village was once a poor little village. But now, it has gradually become known because of Pu'er tea.
Here, it still retains its original tranquility and is worth a visit.
🎈Travel Tips
📍Nearby Attractions Recommendations
✅Jingmai Da Village
✅Nuogang Ancient Village (Nuogan Ancient Village)
✅Wengji Ancient Village
✅Wengwa Ancient Village
🏠Accommodation Recommendations
✅There are many options during the off-season, and you can check online in advance (Here's a little tip: after seeing the room on-site, you can bargain! After all, it's the off-season)
✅During the peak season, be sure to book in advance, otherwise it will be difficult to find accommodation
✅The newly built villages also have many accommodations, and the conditions are generally better
🚙Transportation Information
✅Important, important, important is transportation. Whether you are going to Jingmai Da Village, Nuogang/Nuogan Ancient Village, or Wengji Ancient Village, it is best to drive yourself. Chartered cars are a bit expensive, but if you have time, you can take the bus.
✅From Pu'er May 1st Bus Terminal, buy a ticket to Lancang (146 km, 90Y/person), 9-seater bus; the earliest bus departs from Pu'er Bus Terminal at 7 am, with a bus every half hour
✅Upon arriving in Lancang County, take the 14:20 direct bus to Mangjing (28Y/person) and get off at Nuogan Ancient Village (However, after boarding, the driver will collect an additional 5 yuan, because the fare to Mangjing is 33Y/person)
✅If you miss the direct bus, take a bus to Huimin Town. Then, at Huimin Bus Station, take a bus to Jingmai Mountain/Manghong (nearly 30 km, 15Y)
✅To take the bus down the mountain, you need to call the driver in advance to reserve a seat, please check the specific departure time in the picture information at the end
🌟PS: If you miss the bus, a chartered car costs 200Y per vehicle to go up, or you can stay in Huimin Town for one night, because besides the bus, taxi apps are not available
Liam.Roberts@81
The thousand-year-old Dai ancient village in Jingmai Mountain: Nuogan ancient village at dawn
There is no hustle and bustle in the ancient village, no stress from the city, no hotels, no bars, no hawking, only the original simplicity and nature, and the fragrance of Pu'er tea from the old tea shop.
People live in a relatively primitive way, here you can feel the charm of nature, see the original state of life, feel the human world, look at the sea of clouds, breathe the sweet air of tea, cleanse the soul, relax, feel the simplicity of the Dai people.
SavvySaverSquad
The forgotten ancient village of a thousand years: Nuogan Ancient Village
A natural village dominated by the Dai ethnic group, nestled among thousands of acres of ancient tea gardens, like the ancient tea trees, it has settled the simplicity of thousands of years. It exudes a rich aftertaste, possessing a peace and tranquility that seems to be separated from the world.
The smoke and mist gently surround the villagers returning home, walking slowly, carrying the afterglow of the setting sun...
SavvySaverSquad
Deep in the mountains hides an ancient village! It's a fairyland, and also the mundane world
In Yunnan, there is a thousand-year-old village, located in Jingmai Village Committee, Huimin Hani Township, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, surrounded by mountains, adjacent to the water, primitive and simple, just like a paradise. This is Nuogan Ancient Village, also called Nuogang Ancient Village, which means 'the place where deer drink water';
Nuogan Ancient Village is a natural village dominated by the Dai people. It is said to still be in a matriarchal society, where women have the highest status, do not have to marry out, and 'marry' men. If they don't like it, they can also divorce. People make a living by tea, planting thousand-year-old ancient tea forests, making fragrant Pu'er tea, the aroma of tea is floating, making people feel relaxed and happy.
Elijah.Simmons^92
Nuo Gan Ancient Village
Nuo Gan Ancient Village, is one of the nine ancient villages of Jingmai Mountain.
The village is hidden in the deep mountains, surrounded by tea mountains, and is also the main Dai village in the tea mountains.
In Yunnan, there are not many ancient villages that can be seen, only when you run into the mountains can you see them.
The roads in Jingmai Mountain are not very good, all are paved with stones, in Shanghai dialect called 'bounce road', such roads are tens of kilometers.
Fortunately, the environment of Jingmai Mountain is excellent, the air is extremely good, sitting on the mountain Dai home, brewing a pot of Pu'er tea, looking at the mountains, looking at the blue sky and white clouds, dazing, or chatting with Dai girls, are all happy things.
In the morning, we set off from Menghai, turned around in the mountains for a day, and arrived at Lancang Lahu Autonomous County in the evening. The hotel we stayed in tonight actually has a dinner buffet, and it's free surprise oh.
BRIDGER BRIGGS
Hidden Peaceful Place | Yunnan Nuogan Ancient Village
| Yunnan Nuogan Ancient Village. If one day, your life is eroded by the hustle and bustle of the city. Would you be willing to seek the strength of the distant mountains? Experience the ecological culture of the ancient village. Take advantage of the fact that Nuogan, this unpopular ancient village, has not yet become popular, and feel its original charm.
Travel Guide
Nuogan Ancient Village Highlights:
1. The ancient village is currently free to visit, but with the successful application of Jingmai Mountain for World Heritage status, it may be turned into a paid scenic spot in the future, so be sure to visit as soon as possible. The current Nuogan and Wengji villages retain a good original ecology, without being overdeveloped, this simple feeling is precious.
2. The original and simple old village is located among the ancient tea gardens, and the village is surrounded by ancient tea gardens. Most families in the village make a living by planting tea. They have been planting tea for generations, simple and kind.
3. The architectural style of the houses is unique, mainly traditional earth-wood structures, with strong local characteristics. Among them, the traditional residences in the heart of the village are well preserved and are a good place for tourists to understand the local Dai culture. Climbing up to the viewing platform halfway up the mountain to overlook the entire village is very beautiful and photogenic. Perhaps only by flying a drone in Wengji can you see a good bird's eye view. In Nuogan, you can have a good view from the viewing platform or the temple in the village.
Traffic conditions:
The whole journey is very good, a short section of the highway was taken at the beginning, and the national highway is also OK after getting off the highway. After entering the gate of Jingmai Mountain, the road is paved with stones. Although it is a bit like a washboard, there are no pits on the road. After a long drive, your hands may feel a bit numb, but everything else is fine.
Accommodation recommendation:
Inside the ancient village, there are not many homestays and inns. Jingmai Dazhai and Wengji Ancient Village have more accommodation options. We chose to stay in Wengji, and the two villages are only a few kilometers apart by car.
Food recommendation:
In Nuogan Ancient Village, there are local restaurants opened by villagers, but we did not dine in the ancient village, so we cannot recommend specific restaurants. However, we drank local roasted milk tea in the ancient village, which is very mellow and rich. You must try it. You can also participate in roasting milk tea yourself, which is a great experience.
Watching the sea of clouds:
On the way up the mountain, you will see a viewing platform. We watched the sunrise over the sea of clouds here. The sunrise was at 8:00 that day, and we set off from the village at seven, and waited for half an hour when we arrived. Judging by the journey, it is almost half an hour ahead of departure from Nuogan. There are other places to watch the sea of clouds (Dajinta), according to the owner of the homestay, Dajinta can only see the sea of clouds, not the sunrise. We are not sure whether we can see it or not, because we did not go to Dajinta.
MACKENZIE MEYER
Promise me, you must visit these two ancient villages in Yunnan!
In a ancient village located in the nest of Jingmai Mountain - Nuogan Ancient Village
It's quite far to drive from Kunming, 8 hours drive
It takes 2 and a half hours from Xishuangbanna and 3 hours from Puer
It's better for those who are familiar with the mountain road conditions or experienced drivers
There are homestays in the village, not big, but quite quiet and comfortable
There's not much to eat, prepare more
20 minutes away from Wengji Ancient Village, it's recommended to stay for one night
The local customs here are simple and they warmly invite us to their homes for tea and photos
There are almost no traces of commercialization, and it's easier to take good photos.
SophiaParrish35
The recently popular Jingmai Mountain is worth a visit
Of course! Jingmai Mountain gave me a big surprise, it should look even better when the flowers are in bloom.
1. Not recommending accommodation? Not recommending drivers?
I stayed for 2 days to watch the sunrise and sea of clouds (need to get up around 7 o'clock), stayed in 2 different homestays, both over 300, the conditions are not good, and the room is a bit damp, so I don't recommend it. If you have to choose between air conditioning and an electric blanket, choose the electric blanket... otherwise, it's still chilly in the quilt.
Once a problem occurs, I can't bear this responsibility. If there are related recommendations in the comment area, please judge for yourself.
I'm not a tour guide, just sharing personal feelings, so don't private message me about whether there are spots available next month...
2. What to wear?
People say you need to wear down jackets at night, the truth is that you won't go out much after sunset, at most you'll watch the stars on the viewing platform of the homestay.
3. What to eat?
You can try stir-fried beef with tea leaves, stir-fried eggs with tea leaves... you can't really taste the tea, you can try some local vegetables that you don't usually eat, there's one called water coriander or water celery, the aroma is quite special.
! Be sure to ask the price before ordering, don't be shy!
4. Transportation
Public transportation is really inconvenient, if it's not for watching the sunrise and sea of clouds, you can finish playing in 2 days and 1 night.
5. Tea leaves
Drinking tea is free~ If you like tea, you can buy some, I prefer white tea, I bought a bud and two leaves of moonlight white, 500g of ripe tea and a cake of ancient tree raw tea for storage. Jingmai Mountain does not have asphalt roads, it is said that they are afraid that the rain will wash the harmful substances of asphalt into the ground, and they also check when entering the mountain, afraid that foreign tea leaves will disrupt the market. The tea trees are planted more sparsely than the common tea trees in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, because they do not use fertilizers, the buds and leaves are not as plump as other places, and the taste is fresh and cold.
6. Taking pictures
Nuo Gan is more photogenic, go in the morning, the cooking smoke rises, there are not many people in the village, very quiet and comfortable. Going up the stairs at the entrance, you can overlook the whole village. Viewing platform
There are many free public viewing platforms on Jingmai Mountain, which is much better than some places where they charge for viewing platforms.
Nuo Gan Ancient Village
CAMDEN COOK
Puer City, Yunnan Province
This is the most beautiful village I have seen in Yunnan so far!
The ancient village is built on the mountain, with a well-arranged layout, and the strong Dai ethnic style of the green tile wooden houses comes oncoming.
The mountains in the distance are continuous, the smoke in the village is dense, and the smoke is curling up, a scene of a paradise.
This is how I describe this ancient village.
Here I had an encounter with the ancient village. This is a Dai ethnic minority village. The inhabitants here are indigenous residents. The architecture and style continue the Dai tradition.
Every household grows tea, the village is surrounded by tea mountains. There are no tourists, no commerce. It is one of my favorite original villages.
Address: Nuogan Ancient Village, Puer City, Yunnan Province. Admission: 0 yuan.
It is recommended to drive by yourself, it takes about 3 hours to depart from Xishuangbanna. You have to go around many mountain roads to get there, and the scenery along the way is also good. There are very few homestays in the village, you can stay in it for one night to experience the life of the ancient village like a paradise.
Seraphina_Blackthorne-73
Nuogan Ancient Village in Yunnan | A Dai ancient village with a history of thousands of years
There is a mysterious ancient village forgotten by the world on the southwestern border - Nuogan Ancient Village (Nuogang Ancient Village). This ancient village is located in Huimin Town, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province, bordering Menghai County, Xishuangbanna to the east and Myanmar to the west. Nuogan Ancient Village, also known as Shuizhai, has a history of more than a thousand years and is a natural village dominated by the Dai nationality.
📍Detailed address: Jingmai Village, Huimin Hani Township, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er, Yunnan
🚗Transportation strategy: It is recommended to drive by yourself or charter a car
🕙Opening hours: Open all day
💰Ticket price: Free
🌈 About the scenery:
❶There is a viewing platform in the village where you can easily see the whole view of Nuogan Ancient Village.
❷The small roads in the ancient village are crisscrossed, you can stroll around, and you may inadvertently find a good photo spot.
❸Not far from the square in the heart of the village, you can easily overlook the entire village from the temple above.
🤡Travel strategy: The ancient village is built on the mountain, with a traditional style, and the layered houses are full of primitive simplicity. The residential features of Nuogan Ancient Village are all wooden structure dry column buildings, generally divided into 2 floors, all composed of living rooms, stairwell platforms and balconies. The first floor is for storage of miscellaneous items, and the second floor is for the owner and the restaurant. Each house has a pair of ox horns on the top as a mark. This design layout should be to adapt to the perennial humid and rainy climate of the tropical rainforest.
🌟Highlights: The people in the village work at sunrise and rest at sunset, and they are hardworking and simple. Although they are also curious about the outside world, they still live leisurely in their own homeland, which can be said to be the last home for the weary souls of mankind.
📌Small Tips:
1. The village is very small, it is recommended to visit for 2-3 hours.
2. Nuogan is divided into old village and new village. The old village is the real ancient village. Pay attention to communicate with the driver clearly when taking a car.
3. It is recommended to visit in the early morning or before dusk. The midday light is too strong, the ultraviolet rays of Jingmai Mountain are very lethal, and it is easy to get sunburned. The light is too strong and hard to take good photos.
4. It is hard to find a small shop in the village, it is recommended to bring enough drinking water.