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206***66Located in Mangshi, Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan Province, the Dai Ancient Town is a national 4A-level scenic area. Opened in 2020, it covers a total planned area of approximately 2,500 mu (about 167 hectares). The architecture is primarily in the original Dai style, incorporating elements such as pagodas and golden roofs. The ancient town features cultural landmarks such as the White Elephant Square and several themed streets, and frequently hosts intangible cultural heritage activities. It has been awarded titles such as "Yunnan Provincial Tourism and Leisure Street" and is a great place to experience Dai culture.
4.6/5
弘扬师兄The "Tree-wrapped Pagoda" is located in the middle of the pedestrian street in Mangshi. It is a Dai-style pagoda, originally named "Iron City Pagoda". Because it was built in the former Jielie Village, it is called "Guangmu Jielie" in Dai language, which means "Iron City Pagoda". The pagoda was built in the mid-18th century during the tenure of Fang Zuofan, the 15th Tusi of Mangshi (1741-1770) to commemorate a victorious war. The "Iron City Pagoda" is a brick and stone structure with an octagonal base and a beaded cone body, about ten meters high. Later, Jielie Village was destroyed in the war, and the residents fled and did not return, leaving the pagoda unattended. As cracks appeared in the pagoda body over time, dust gradually accumulated in the wind. A banyan seed was brought to the crack of the pagoda by the wind or a bird, and the spring rain watered it, and the seed took root and sprouted. About a hundred years ago, a banyan tree grew in the cracks of the tower. After several storms, the tangled roots gradually wrapped around the tower, forming the current wonder of "tree wrapped tower". The ancient tower was gradually wrapped by the banyan tree. Now the tree on the top of the tower is more than 30 meters high, and the canopy covers nearly 1,000 square meters. The tower wraps the tree, and the tree wraps the tower, forming a strong community. The "tree wrapped tower" is regarded as a "love tower" by the Dai people. The thick trunk tightly wraps the tower body, and the tree wall falls like a waterfall, bathing the tower base. The tree wraps the tower, and the tower embraces the tree, interdependent and complementing each other, forming a unique tree wrapped tower wonder, which is famous in western Yunnan and Southeast Asia.
4.5/5
M23***21The scenic area is about a 30-minute drive from the city center. It boasts well-developed facilities and convenient transportation. The Shwedagon Pagoda at sunset is particularly striking. Prices within the scenic area are reasonable. It is recommended to visit during off-peak hours.
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山人1966The petrified trees in the Precious Plant Garden are very valuable. We also saw other unusual rocks and rare tree species, making it a great place for parents with children to learn about science. The Shwedagon Pagoda is magnificent and awe-inspiring. We visited at 5 pm, and it was resplendent and solemn under the setting sun. Definitely worth a visit.
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M22***38It's a beautiful place. If you like taking photos, you must go in and experience it. There are many beautiful women wearing ethnic costumes taking photos. Although they are sweating profusely in the hot summer, they are still very happy and enjoying it.
4.5/5
媛明缘^_^The scenery was beautiful, with the lush greenery at the foot of the mountain contrasting sharply with the snow-capped peaks. The only downside was that it was snowing, making the boardwalk very slippery, and many people fell. The service was not as good as that at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
4.8/5M48***74This guesthouse is clean and hygienic, the surrounding area is clean and bright, and the facilities are complete. Every detail is well done, it's good value for money, and worth experiencing. It's quiet, makes you feel right at home, and the scenery is quite nice.
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186***96The room is quite big, the service is friendly, and free parking is provided. It is close to the attractions and can be reached in a few minutes' walk. It is very convenient. . . . . . . . .
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Anonymous userFeeding the small animals in the Cute Pet Park was very interesting. It felt like New Zealand. It was so beautiful. The children loved it! We didn’t go to any other places except the Cute Pet Park. The tickets for the non-powered park were a bit expensive, so we didn’t go.
4.7/5Anonymous userIt's definitely worth a visit. For individual travelers, I recommend buying a package ticket that includes the entrance fee and a round-trip tram ticket, just like I did. Enter from the main gate and tell the staff on your right that you bought a round-trip ticket. They'll let you rest for a bit while the guide, Jin Hua, arrives, and you can follow her directions. Of course, you can explore on your own if you don't want a guided tour; the whole place is lovely! However, I still recommend listening to the guided tour, and I hope everyone will respect local beliefs and customs.
