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

“Xishuangbanna, the bamboo under the moonlight, gentle and beautiful like green mist...” 🎶 Ever since I heard the song “There is a Beautiful Place”, Xishuangbanna has been my dream destination. This February, I finally set foot on this magical land and was deeply impressed by its unique charm! Here is my travel guide for you👇 Transportation Guide ✈️By air: Xishuangbanna Gasa International Airport has many routes, and many cities have direct flights. After arriving at the airport, you can take a taxi or airport bus to the city center. 🚌By bus: You can take a long-distance bus from nearby cities, but the journey may be long, so be prepared in advance. 🚕Transportation in the city: It is easy to take a taxi in the city. You can charter a car or join a day tour to visit nearby attractions. If you want to explore the streets and alleys freely, renting a scooter 🛵 is also a great choice, and you can stop at any time to experience the local life. Detailed Travel Route 🗺Day 1: Manting Park - Starlight Night Market Morning: Visit Manting Park, which was once the royal garden of the Dai King and is full of Dai ethnic style. Walking in the park is like traveling back in time, where you can see various exquisite Dai-style buildings and lush tropical plants🌴. Noon: Enjoy lemongrass grilled fish at a nearby restaurant. The tender fish with unique spices is full of Southeast Asian flavor. Afternoon: Continue to play in Manting Park, or go to the nearby Zongfo Temple to experience the solemn Buddhist atmosphere. Evening: Head to Starlight Night Market, which is brightly lit and bustling. There are various local snacks and handicrafts, and you can also wear beautiful Dai costumes to take photos. 🗺Day 2: Wild Elephant Valley - Tropical Rainforest Park Morning: Go to Wild Elephant Valley, where you may see wild elephants🐘. You can also watch elephant performances and have close contact with these lovely creatures. Noon: Have lunch at a restaurant in the scenic area and try bamboo rice, which has a unique flavor. Afternoon: Visit Tropical Rainforest Park, where you can walk in the rainforest, breathe fresh air, enjoy various rare tropical plants and animals, and feel the magic of nature. 🗺Day 3: Dai Ethnic Garden - Return Morning: Go to Dai Ethnic Garden to experience the joy of the Water Splashing Festival (if there are performances), visit Dai bamboo houses, and learn about the traditional culture and customs of the Dai people. Noon: Have lunch near Dai Ethnic Garden and try Dai cuisine, such as sour bamboo shoots fried beef, which is sour, spicy, and appetizing. Afternoon: Pack your luggage and return with beautiful memories. 9 Must-visit Attractions Manting Park: A royal garden full of Dai ethnic style, perfect for taking photos. Starlight Night Market: A paradise for food and handicrafts. Zongfo Temple: A solemn place to experience Buddhist culture. Wild Elephant Valley: Have close contact with wild elephants. Tropical Rainforest Park: Explore the tropical rainforest. Dai Ethnic Garden: Experience Dai culture and the joy of the Water Splashing Festival. Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: A street full of exotic style, with beautiful night views. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden: A paradise for plant lovers. Wangtianshu Scenic Area: Experience the aerial corridor and overlook the rainforest. Local Food Recommendations Lemongrass grilled fish: Tender fish with unique spices. Bamboo rice: Fragrant rice with a soft and glutinous texture. Sour bamboo shoots fried beef: Sour, spicy, and appetizing. Dai barbecue: Various special ingredients with unique flavors. Pineapple rice: Sweet and delicious with a fruity aroma. Lao iced coffee: Rich and refreshing. Accommodation Recommendations 🏨Near Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: Convenient transportation, with many restaurants and night markets nearby. For example, Sheraton Grand Xishuangbanna Hotel, with a good environment and thoughtful service. 🏨Near Water Splashing Square: Superior location, where you can better experience the local life. Some homestays have a high cost-performance ratio and offer local-style accommodation. Travel Tips The temperature in Xishuangbanna is high in February, so be sure to take sun protection measures, such as sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hats🕶. When playing in Wild Elephant Valley, follow the instructions of the staff and do not feed the elephants at will. Starlight Night Market is crowded, so take care of your personal belongings. When trying Dai cuisine, some dishes may have unique flavors. If you can't eat spicy food, tell the owner in advance. You can buy tickets online in advance to save time.

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🤩🤩🤩.

During the May Day holiday, I will definitely go out and have fun😉 May 🈷️ is the best time to go to Xishuangbanna👍🏻 Friends who are still struggling to organize travel strategies! It’s such a blessing to have come here! Come and copy the homework❗ I just went to Xishuangbanna with my little sister. It was great to experience Zundu! Hurry up and share it with your kids😘😘 Part 1️⃣ We arrived in Xishuangbanna on the same day, and the hotel took us to the "Yunduoxingpan Hotel" which we had booked in advance! Then let's start our happy journey ✌🏻 ✔️We came to the Starlight Night Market on the first night. Girls 👧🏻 must be careful when going out at night. We chose Didi 🚗 to go there, which is convenient and cheap 👍🏻 It’s really lively here! The star-studded streets are filled with the atmosphere of fireworks! This is the best place to experience tropical nightlife💯 Part 2️⃣ Manting Park - Starlight Night Market I got up late the next day so as not to miss the time. We chose to take a Didi taxi 🚗 to go there🤪, luckily we just caught up with the opening time! Then buy tickets 🎫 to enter the park (tickets 40💰/per ticket, half price with student ID). This is truly the royal garden of the Dai King🌸, with tropical rainforest and rich Southeast Asian-style architecture. It’s really great for taking photos📸! After playing for a day, my sister said she wanted to go to the Starlight Night Market to take photos ~ Because we only focused on eating on the first day, hahaha, so we opened the Didi APP again🐛🐛🐛 Part3️⃣ Langxi Resort Hotel - Mengle Grand Buddha Temple On the third day, we took a Didi🚗 from the Langxi Resort Hotel near the Xingguang Night Market to the Mengle Grand Buddha Temple. It's super spectacular inside, giving people a solemn and sacred feeling, so don't take random photos when you go in, and be careful not to wear suspenders and off-shoulder clothes~ Part4️⃣ Return to home 🏠 Overall, this Xishuangbanna Special Forces trip was a very good experience💯. We visited all the popular tourist spots and didn't miss any pitfalls. Traveling is also very convenient. On the first day, the hotel car picked us up and dropped us off at the hotel. At other times, we all tacitly opened the Didi APP to visit various attractions 😂😂 and freed our legs 🦵

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

| 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

Xishuangbanna | Dai sister's one-day experience card✨||| Must-visit tourist spot in Banna: Manting Park⛲️ 🎫Ticket: 112 (for three people) Buy tickets in advance and enter the park with your ID - ❗️Although I still put on makeup today, I think the makeup of the Dai people is relatively simple and elegant. You can actually go to the night market to buy a set of clothes for 3.40 yuan and do your own makeup. There is really no need to spend money on makeup💁🏻‍♀️ 📍There are many photo scenes in Manting, so whether you wear Dai costume or Western costume, you can find a suitable style to take pictures👌🏻I was always obsessed with Dai costume before, and now I regret a little bit. I should do the style that suits me, not wear clothes that I don't like to cater to the scene🫠 🙋🏻‍♀️Almost every step on the scene, there will be photographers inviting you to take pictures. The prices and styles are different. We did not invite photographers, just took pictures for fun📷 -

||🌟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 Three Days and Two Nights Travel Guide** 🎈**Day 1: Exploring Jinghong City** 🌵- **Morning**: After arrival, head to [Manting Park], experience the exotic charm of the Dai Royal Garden, and visit the Grand Buddhist Temple. 🌿- **Noon**: Taste Dai-style finger rice or pineapple rice, recommended restaurant "Princess Nam".🍥 🌸- **Afternoon**: Visit [Gaozhuang Xishuang Scenic Area], check out the Golden Pagoda, and in the evening go to [Starlight Night Market] to rent Dai costumes for photos and try barbecue, pounded chicken feet and other snacks. 🌾**Day 2: Tropical Rainforest + Ethnic Culture** 🍃- **Morning**: Visit [Chinese Academy of Sciences Tropical Botanical Garden] (West Area), check out Victoria water lilies and exotic flowers, electric cart tour recommended. 🥥- **Noon**: Dine at a local farmhouse restaurant near the botanical garden. 🎍- **Afternoon**: Visit [Dai Ethnic Park], participate in the water splashing activity (3:30 PM session), and experience Dai bamboo house culture. 🐘**Day 3: Wild Elephant Valley or Off-the-beaten-path Destinations** 💐- **Option A** (Best for families): [Wild Elephant Valley] to watch elephant performances (11:00 AM/1:30 PM), walk on elevated walkways to spot wild elephants. 🐾- **Option B** (In-depth tour): Hiking in the rainforest at [Jinuo Village] or [Mengyuan Wonderland]. 🌇- **Evening**: Buy dried mangoes, Pu'er tea and other local specialties before returning. 🍁**Tips**: 🚗- Transportation: Taxis/chartered cars in the city, day tours recommended for distant attractions. 💕- Accommodation: Guesthouses near Gaozhuang area for convenient access to the night market. 💞- Bring mosquito repellent, sunscreen, and umbrellas during rainy season.

Introduction • Historical Origins: The Grand Buddhist Temple, called "Waba Jie" in the Dai language, was reportedly built in the mid-7th century by two Theravada Buddhist monks from Myanmar. It has been rebuilt five times, with construction starting in 1989 and completing in 2012. • Status: It is the center of worship for Buddhist followers in Xishuangbanna and the highest-ranking Buddhist temple in the region. For Theravada Buddhist followers, it is a pilgrimage site comparable to the Potala Palace in Tibetan Buddhism. • Architectural Style: The temple combines Dai and Southeast Asian Buddhist architectural features, with magnificent buildings, exquisitely carved beams and pillars, and rich, splendid golden decorations. Travel Guide • Opening Hours: 08:00-17:30. • Transportation: Take Jinghong Bus Route 7 or Route 3 to Manting Village Station and walk from there; or take a taxi from Gaozhuang, which takes about 20 minutes and costs 10-15 yuan. • Visiting Route: You can enter the Grand Buddhist Temple through Manting Park. First admire the architecture from outside, then visit the Buddha Hall "Wihan," the Buddhist Academy teaching building, the "Bosu," and the monks' quarters "Hongnuan." Tips to Avoid Problems • Dress Code: Do not wear revealing clothes. Shoulders, midriff, and back must be covered. Skirts and pants must be below the knee. • Photography: Commercial Trip Moments and wedding photography are prohibited. Photography of Buddha statues inside the main hall is not allowed. Ensure you are properly dressed when taking photos. • Behavior: Do not speak loudly or play around, and do not point at Buddha statues. • Tickets: No additional ticket is required to enter the Grand Buddhist Temple from Manting Park. Remember to keep your Manting Park ticket safe.

✨Pre-Trip Preparation 1️⃣ Sun and Mosquito Protection: Xishuangbanna has strong UV rays, so sunscreen, sunglasses, and sun hats are essential! There are many mosquitoes in the tropical rainforest, so carry insect repellent (from personal experience, wearing long pants is safer). 2️⃣ Clothing: Mainly summer clothes, bright-colored dresses + scarves make for better photos! Temperature difference between morning and evening is small, so a light jacket is sufficient. 3️⃣ Medications: Anti-diarrhea medicine, cold medicine, allergy medicine, motion sickness pills (many mountain roads), and waterproof shoe covers for the rainy season. 🚗Transportation and Accommodation ✅ Charter Car: Attractions are scattered, so a chartered car is most convenient! 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations: - Gaozhuang Xishuangjing: Concentration of Dai-Thai style homestays, walking distance to the Starlight Night Market, great for photos! - Near Water Splashing Square: Good value for money, locals often visit the riverside night market, more authentic street food. 🌟Must-Visit Attractions 1️⃣ Gaozhuang Starlight Night Market: Asia's largest night market! Must take photos of the Golden Pagoda night view + Dai costume photoshoot 📸, eat hand-pulled rice, pounded chicken feet, and Paluda until you're stuffed. 2️⃣ Manting Park + Central Buddhist Temple: The Dai King's royal garden, wear Dai clothing for royal-style photos! The Central Buddhist Temple is free, its golden splendor instantly transports you to Southeast Asia. 3️⃣ Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden: 5A-rated attraction, giant Victoria water lilies, firefly night tour (limited to April-August)! East district rainforest hiking is super healing. 4️⃣ Wild Elephant Valley: Take the cable car for an aerial view of the rainforest, occasionally encounter wild elephant herds (higher probability in early morning/evening). 5️⃣ Dai Ethnic Village: Water splashing carnival + ancient village exploration, experience authentic Dai culture. 6️⃣ Boruo Temple: Photogenic pure white pagoda, bathed in golden light at sunset, sacred and dreamy (note: dress conservatively). 🍍Food List 🔥Night Market Snacks: Lemongrass grilled fish, pineapple rice, tofu with sauce, coconut jelly, Laotian iced coffee. 🍴Popular Restaurants: - Xishuangbanna Thai Princess Panoramic Restaurant: Starry ceiling + Tom Yum Kung soup, maximum ambiance. - Aisha Bay: Riverside sunset restaurant, same as Mao Xiaotong's choice, must order Thai-style sour and spicy fish. - Manfeilong Roast Chicken: Recommended by locals, crispy outside and tender inside roast chicken, amazing with sticky rice! ⚠️Pitfall Guide 1️⃣ Ticket Traps: Drivers might quote inflated prices for tickets to Jino Village, Mengle Grand Buddha Temple, etc. Check group-buying prices in advance. 2️⃣ Electric Carts: Recommended for the large Botanical Garden and Wild Elephant Valley areas, but Manting Park can be explored on foot. 3️⃣ Photo Shoots: Choose studios by checking their customer photos, bringing your own makeup is more economical! 📅3-Day Itinerary Recommendation Day 1: Manting Park → Central Buddhist Temple → Starlight Night Market (night photography + food) Day 2: Wild Elephant Valley → Primitive Forest Park (peacock release) → Riverside Night Market Day 3: Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden → Dai Ethnic Village (water splashing experience) 💡Tips: During the Water Splashing Festival in April, it gets extremely crowded, so book accommodations in advance! Traveling during off-peak seasons is more economical~