Opening Time

Rooms and Facilities

• Room Types: The hotel offers a variety of rooms, including Queen rooms, Twin rooms, and Family rooms.
• Room Features: Each room is spacious, with an area of over 50 square meters. The rooms are equipped with Hansgrohe shower systems that heat up in just three seconds, providing a comfortable and convenient experience. Large floor-to-ceiling windows offer stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
• Other Facilities: The hotel provides free coffee and tea for guests, as well as free self-service laundry facilities with dryers. There is also a meeting room that can accommodate over 60 people for conferences or team-building activities.

Address

Surrounding Attractions and Suggested Visiting Time and Tickets

• Puzhehei Scenic Area: The hotel is situated within the scenic area, making it extremely convenient to explore. The suggested visiting time is around 3-4 hours. The entrance ticket price may vary depending on the specific attractions you choose to visit within the scenic area.
• Qinglongshan Mountain: Located just opposite the hotel, it is a popular spot for hiking and enjoying panoramic views. The visiting time can be around 1.5-2 hours.
• Love Bridge: A romantic spot right next to the hotel, perfect for a leisurely stroll. No entrance fee is required.

Transportation

• By Car: The hotel is conveniently located for self-driving guests, with easy access to the main roads and highways.
• By Public Transport: There are regular buses available, making it convenient to reach the scenic area.

Business Hours

• Front Desk: 24/7.
• Breakfast: 08:00-09:30.

Booking Methods and Contact Information

• Online Booking: You can book the rooms through major online travel platforms such as Ctrip or Trip.com.
• Contact Number: For direct inquiries or reservations, you can call the hotel at 0086-15812062722.

Inn Overview

Yidake Inn (一搭客栈) is a boutique inn located in Xianrendong Village (仙人洞村), within the Puzhehei Scenic Area (普者黑风景区), Qiubei County (丘北县), Wenshan Zhuang and Miao Autonomous Prefecture (文山壮族苗族自治州), Yunnan Province (云南省). Blending traditional Chinese architecture with the cultural elements of the Sani people (撒尼族), the inn opened on June 6, 2016. It was founded by a female traveler who, captivated by the natural beauty and local culture during her solo backpacking trip, decided to establish this special lodging.

The name “Yidake” comes from the Sani language, meaning “here.” It symbolizes a peaceful little world where one can relax, daydream, and be at ease. Designed by an experienced ethnic architectural designer, the inn uniquely combines Sani and Chinese design elements, making it a striking presence in the scenic area.

Rooms and Facilities

Yidake Inn features 11 guest rooms:

• 6 twin rooms
• 4 queen rooms
• 1 deluxe suite (55 sqm, priced at ¥1288 including breakfast)

Room amenities include:

• Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi
• LCD TVs with cable channels
• Electric kettle, coffee/tea maker
• Complimentary toiletries (6+ items)
• Private shower, hairdryer, slippers
• Multiple power outlet types

Public facilities and services:

• Free parking (with some time restrictions)
• Chinese restaurant, bar, tea house
• Luggage storage, tour ticket service
• 24-hour hot water, fire safety system
• Car rental, station/airport pickup service

Location

Address: Xianrendong Village (仙人洞村), Puzhehei Scenic Area (普者黑风景区), Qiubei County (丘北县), Wenshan Prefecture (文山州), Yunnan Province (云南省)

Directions:

• Enter the village and go straight until you see a lotus pond and a transformer, then turn right.
• At the second transformer, look for the “Yidake” sign on the right side of the road.

Nearby Attractions and Tour Recommendations

Main Attractions

Qinglong Mountain (青龙山): A 15–25 minute hike to the summit platform offers the best panoramic view of Puzhehei (普者黑), especially for sunrise and sunset.

Karst Caves: Includes Huoba Cave (火把洞), Moon Cave (月亮洞), and Guanyin Cave (观音洞). Tickets: ¥10–15 per cave.

Puzhehei Lake (普者黑湖): Scenic boat tours available. Water fights are popular in summer. Boat ticket included in scenic area pass.

Lotus World (荷花世界): Lotus blooms from June to September, marking the most beautiful season of Puzhehei.

Xianrendong Village (仙人洞村): A Yi ethnic village preserving authentic traditions and culture.

Suggested Tour Duration

• Best season: May to September, especially July and August for lotus blooming.
• Recommended stay: 2–3 days for an in-depth experience.

Ticket Information

• No entrance fee for the general Puzhehei Scenic Area.
• Boat rides and cave entries require separate tickets.
• Combined boat and cave ticket: approx. ¥60
• Individual cave tickets: ¥10–15

Transportation

Getting to Puzhehei

By Air:

• Fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport (昆明长水国际机场), then transfer by bus/car to Puzhehei.
• Alternatively, fly directly to Wenshan Puzhehei Airport (文山普者黑机场), 80 km from the scenic area.

By Train:

• High-speed rail to Puzhehei Station (普者黑站) from Kunming South Station (昆明南站) in approx. 1.5 hours.
• Shuttle buses available to Puzhehei Village.

By Bus:

• Long-distance buses from Kunming East Bus Terminal to Qiubei County (丘北县), ticket ¥114–138, approx. 6 hours.
• Local buses from Qiubei to Puzhehei Scenic Area, fare ¥2.

Local Transport in Scenic Area

• Shuttle Buses: 8:00–17:30, every 30–60 minutes
• Horse Carts: Local specialty transport, ¥5–10
• Bicycles: Available for rent in popular areas

Operating Hours

• Check-in time: After 14:00
• Check-out time: Before 12:00 (can be extended to 14:00 if needed)

Booking Information

Reservation Phones:

• 0086-15812062722

Other Booking Channels:

• Available on major online travel platforms
• Direct booking via the inn’s official website (if available) or by phone

Travel Tips

• Temperatures vary greatly between day and night—bring both sun protection and warm clothes.
• Protect electronic devices during summer water fights.
• Try local specialty foods like fried dragonfly larvae.
• Join local ethnic festivals like the Torch Festival (火把节, lunar June) or Face Painting Festival (花脸节, lunar February) for a cultural celebration.

Yidake Inn (一搭客栈), with its distinctive design, excellent location, and warm service, is an ideal lodging choice for exploring Puzhehei (普者黑). Whether you’re drawn by the Sani culture or the karst landscapes and lotus fields, this inn offers both comfort and an unforgettable experience.

Opening Time

Rooms and Facilities

• Room Types: The hotel offers a variety of rooms, including Lake View Rooms, Courtyard View Rooms, Courtyard Lake View Rooms, Starry Sky Duplex Rooms, Family Suites, and Independent Villas.
• Room Features: Each room is spacious and elegantly decorated, with large floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views of the lake and surrounding mountains. All rooms are equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, water purifiers, smart home devices, LCD TVs, and high-end bedding.
• Other Facilities: The hotel features a Chinese restaurant, a library (which also serves as a meeting room and cinema), and an observation deck. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, and guests can enjoy voice-controlled smart features for air conditioning, TVs, and lighting.

Address

Surrounding Attractions and Suggested Visiting Time and Tickets

• Puzhehei Scenic Area: The hotel is situated within the scenic area, making it extremely convenient to explore. The suggested visiting time is around 3-4 hours. The entrance ticket price is 188 yuan per person.
• Qinglongshan Mountain: Located just opposite the hotel, it is a popular spot for hiking and enjoying panoramic views. The visiting time can be around 1.5-2 hours.
• Love Bridge: A romantic spot right next to the hotel, perfect for a leisurely stroll. No entrance fee is required.

Transportation

• By Car: The hotel is conveniently located for self-driving guests, with easy access to the main roads and highways.
• By Public Transport: There are regular buses available from the local bus station to the scenic area.
• By Train: The nearest train station is Puzhehei Station, from where you can take a taxi or bus to the hotel.

Business Hours

• Front Desk: 24/7.
• Breakfast: 08:00-10:00.

Booking Methods and Contact Information

• Online Booking: You can book the rooms through major online travel platforms such as Ctrip or Trip.com.
• Contact Number: For direct inquiries or reservations, you can call the hotel at +86 0876-4610001.

Opening Time

Rooms and Facilities

• Room Types: The hotel offers a variety of rooms, including Standard Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, and Family Rooms.
• Room Features: Each room is spacious and elegantly decorated, with modern amenities such as air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and LCD TVs. The hotel also provides high-end bedding for a comfortable stay.
• Other Facilities: The hotel features a restaurant, meeting rooms, and free parking. It also has a beautiful garden area for guests to relax and enjoy the natural scenery.

Address

Surrounding Attractions and Suggested Visiting Time and Tickets

• Guangnan County Museum: It is a short drive away from the hotel. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 09:00-16:30. The suggested visiting time is around 1-2 hours. The entrance is free.
• Lianhu Park: Located near the hotel, it is a great place for a leisurely stroll. No entrance fee is required.

Transportation

• By Car: The hotel is conveniently located for self-driving guests, with easy access to the main roads and highways.
• By Public Transport: There are regular buses available from the local bus station to the hotel.
• By Train: The nearest train station is Guangnan Station, from where you can take a taxi or bus to the hotel.

Business Hours

• Front Desk: 24/7.
• Breakfast: 07:30-09:30.

Booking Methods and Contact Information

• Online Booking: You can book the rooms through major online travel platforms such as Ctrip or Trip.com.
• Contact Number: For direct inquiries or reservations, you can call the hotel at 0086-15812062722.

I am Emily Wang , my Chinese name is 王海玲(Wang Hailing) , I am working for Trans Asia Discovery as English Editor. I was born in Yuanmou county, Chuxiong yi autonomous prefecture, Yunnan province. In my hometown, you can find the amazing Earth Forest, as well as the remnants of Yuanmou Man, where you can explore the unique landscape and the origin of human.What’s more, you can also enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables here, because of its special weather, Yuanmou offers the best tomatoes I have ever tasted.

I am going to graduated from Yunnan Normal University soon, I am major in English for tourism. I love my major and I love travel. I am obsessed with what I am learning, the beautiful natural scenery , and the unique ethnic cultural of Yunnan province. There were always new things waiting for me to discover and to learn. I was impressed by the tropical scenery in Xishuangbanna, and attracted by the mysterious Dongba characters of Naxi people. And during my study, we have the best teachers. They are the top tour guides and they love their career. I can feel their passion about tourism and also got mine.

For me, I like to reading, listening to music, reading, watching movies and play video games. For books, I am reading something about traditional Chinese festivals recently; for music, I love countryside music very much;for movies, I like action movies; and for games, I prefer these with special plots. but the most important thing is, I like to making friends very much. I want to make friends with people from different cultural, so that we can understand each other better and learn from each other as well. So, I am here, at Trans Asia Discovery, waiting for friends’ coming.

For my wok, I am a English Editor at Trans Asia Discovery.Trans Asia Discovery, with excellent leader, young, passionate and capable members, formed a great team. To me,as an intern, it’s my great honor to be part of this team. I deeply believe that I can learn a lot during my internship, not only from my work, but also from my boss and partners; not only knowledge, but also experience.And during my internship, I will try my best to complete part and contribute to the company, I believe I will have a unforgettable and useful internship experience.

I am Bella/任新月，I am working for Trans Asia Discovery as English editor. I am from Yunnan Normal University and will be a senior student. I am honored to have the opportunity to work as an intern in your company, which I believe will play a very important role in my future planning and career positioning. 

I come from Lijiang, Yunnan, a very beautiful tourist city with a long history and splendid civilization. Lijiang ancient town, Yulong Snow Mountain, Naxi culture, Mufu Mansion, are all the landmark words of Lijiang. Although my hometown is a small town in Lijiang, its mango industry has developed rapidly over the years, and the mangoes in Huaping are sold well both in and out of the province. Huaping also has many ethnic minorities, mainly of them are Yi and Lisu people.

After introducing my hometown, I would like to introduce myself. I majored in tourism English in university, so I came to your company because I want to apply what I have learned to practice and put theoretical knowledge into practice. In daily life, I like to read some literary works or novels, I think books can increase my horizon and enrich my experience. I like to listen to music, it makes people relax and get a sense of peace from the busy life. I also like watching movies, especially European and American movies, from which I can learn native spoken English, science fiction and history are my favorites.

I think I am a outgoing and energetic person, always being warm and sincere to others. I think it’s a good quality to help others when necessary. In work, I will be serious and responsible, proactive and cultivate, and have the courage to bear pressure and innovate. I have strong adaptability and teamwork ability. Strong sense of discipline, active cooperation in work. Strong will, with a strong spirit of selfless dedication. Even though I haven’t graduated yet, but I am young, and capable of completing any job. Although I still lack some experience, but I will use time and sweat to make up, I will try my best to learn. Please rest assured that I will ensure the quality and quantity of the completion of all tasks. Thank you!

The news was updated on July 10, 2019. 

In July, Shangri-La in northwest Yunnan’s Diqing prefecture has a mild climate with a temperature of around 18℃, making it a good place to avoid summer heat.

Beside snow-capped peaks, forests and lakes for sight seeing, the delicious wild mushrooms like matsutake also stir the taste buds of the tourists in Shangri-La.

Shangri-La is located in the Hengduan Mountains in the southeast of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, where several large rivers in Asia rush through. And the wild mushrooms of matsutake are nourished by pristine natural environment here.

When matsutake begin to mushroom in late June every year, the Tibetan folks in Shangri-La also kick off their daily activity: picking wild mushrooms in the mountains while singing folk songs in the picturesque areas.

In Shangri-La families, matsutake is often cut into slices and grilled with butter. The pine mushroom can also be stewed with chicken. Both cooking methods are favored by locals.

Source from http://english.yunnan.cn/.

I am Lynette Fu/付云锐, I am working for Trans Asia Discovery as English Editor graduated from Yunnan Normal University. It is really my honor to introduce myself. I come from QuJing city of Yunnan province. My hometown is famous for peppery chicken. And my hometown is located in the foot of MaXiong mountain. As for family, I have a sister who is a middle school student. My father and mother are famers. I am an open-minded, quick in thought and very fond of music girl, who is twenty-two years old. And I have many hobbies. Such as play basketball and ping-pong ball. I am an out-going girl willing to help others. So I have many friends .In my spare time, I used to watch a movie with my roommate. If I am free in the evening, I will catch the series or listen to music.

As for my social abilities, I am no less confident about myself. I used to be a tutor, an interpreter during my summer holiday. I think although I don’t have enough experience in my field, I will try my best to be everything that I need to learn in my field of to be an English tour guide. I will never let you down. I feel that my strongest asset is my ability to stick to things to get them done. I feel a real sense of accomplishment when I finish a job that turns out just as I’d planned. I’ve set some high goals for myself. Such as find a high salary job when I graduate from college.

When it comes to future, to be honest, I have no idea. My mother always hopes I will become a teacher, a reputable job. But I love talking with people, and my major is tourism of English, so I really want to be an English tour guide as my future job. So the best choice is working in the travel agency or in other countries. All told, what I should do now is master what I learnt. I hope I can learn a lot in Trans Asia Discovery during my staying time for six months. And I hope I can make a good performance.

This article is about the transportation between Dali and Tiger Leaping Gorge. Dali City, formerly known as Tali, is the county-level seat of the Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in northwestern Yunnan. Dali City is administered through 12 township-level districts, two of which are also commonly referred to as Dali. Tiger Leaping Gorge is a scenic canyon on the Jinsha River, a primary tributary of the upper Yangtze River. It is located 60 kilometres (37 mi) north of Lijiang City, Yunnan in southwestern China. It is part of the Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas World Heritage Site.

How to Get to Tiger Leaping Gorge from Dali

By Train and Taxi

Dali – Lijiang – Tiger Leaping Gorge

Take the train from Dali railway station to Lijiang railway station, the trains are available on 5 times a day and takes about 2 hours and 26 minutes. It costs 28 RMB to 84 RMB. More details : Train Schedules of Dali Railway Station.

Then, taking the taxi from Lijiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge, The cost of the taxi is 200 RMB to 250RMB, and it takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes.

By Bus

Take the bus from Dali North Bus Station to Lijiang Bus Station, it takes about 3 hours and 30 minutes, then take the bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Hutiaoxia County, it takes about 2 hours, finally walk for 2 minutes. It costs 77 RMB.

By Taxi

From Dali to Tiger Leaping Gorge, the taxi takes about 2 hours and 43 minutes. It costs 420 RMB to 525 RMB.

Transportation in Yunnan:

Yunnan Travel by Air

• Airlines in Yunnan
• Flights to Yunnan
• Airport Transfer
• International Flights to Yunnan
• Airports in Yunnan

Rail Transport in Yunnan

• High-speed Rail in Yunnan
• Railway Stations in Yunnan
• Railways in Yunnan
• Trains to Yunnan
• Trans Asia Railway
• Metro in Yunnan

Roads in Yunnan

• Bridges in Yunnan
• Freeways in Yunnan
• Highways in Yunnan
• Roads to Yunnan
• Trans-Asia Roads
• National Roads in Yunnan

Zhonghe Cableway(Xiaosuodao)

Zhonghe Cableway(中和索道) is located in Zhonghe Peak of Cangshan Mountain. The cableway starts from the west of the Sanyue Street Racecourse in Dali Ancient Town and extends to Yudai Road of Zhonghe Peak. When the tourists take the slowly running ropeway, divers landscape catch your eyes, like the gloomy Cangshan Mountain, the white snow, the blue sea, the long-distance ancient city of Cangwu Dam and the Bai people’s dwellings]. The end of the cableway is the famous Zhonghe Temple in Dali. You can visit the famous scenic spots along the Yudai Road along the Yudai Road, which is 16 kilometers long on the mountainside of Cangshan Mountain.

Useful Travel Tips

Zhonghe Cableway is the pen-air ropeway. Please take care of yourself when taking Zhonghe Cableway.

Nearby Attractions

Cangshan Mountain, Dali
Zhonghe Temple of Cangshan Mountain in Dali City
Yudai Yunyou Road or Jade Belt Cloud Wandering Road of Cangshan Mountain in Dali

Basic Information:

Echoes of Shangri-La or The Sound of Yunnan Show(云南的响声) is designed and directed by Yang Liping, the show is about all kinds of sounds that performed by ethnic minorities in Yunnan, such as Hani, Tibetan,Bai, Naxi and so on. The performance is mainly based on the daily life of Yunnan ethnic minorities, using the most primitive instruments, musical instruments, bamboo leaves with the actors’simple voice and passionate performance, divided into several paragraphs for us to present a splendid feast of original ecological songs and dances full of strong national characteristics. As the old saying said: every leaf can dance and every stone can sing in Yunnan, even the butterflies wave their wings can form rhythm. 

Location:

Yunling Theater, No. 183, Minzhu Road, Old Town of Lijiang

Showtime:

from 18:30 to 17: 45, from 20:15 to 21:30 (be care for the time, sometimes time may changed)

Tickets Price:

( You can book it on the Internet or in the entrance of the theatre)

Highlights:

•   In this show, you will be able to see the different subjects used to make the various sounds, there are several hundreds of “folk musical instruments” included in this show;   
•   You  will see that everything that can be held by the hand or mouth;     
•   You will enjoy the  rich ethnic culture of Yunnan, because the shows are performed by ethnic minoritie.

Actors:

“The Sound of Yunnan” is directed by dance artist Yang Liping, and the actors are also native minorities. Yang Liping, a famous dancer in Yunnan Province, once again acted as the director-in-chief and leading actor of Yunnan Sound, a large-scale evolutionary percussion dance, a famous Yunnan musician, to act as music director. Actors and actresses are really self-employed and hard-working. They are proficient in all kinds of martial arts. Their musical instruments are available everywhere in the mountains and in the countryside. Their self-made solo-stringed piano, from head to foot, is all made of bamboo, the tone is very sad. Their drums can pour out wine, while playing drums and drinking. They can use some very simple tools to move the sound of water, wind, rain and thunder to the stage.

How to Get there:

•  Rent  a vehicle to the theater, this is the quickest and the most direct option
• Take Bus 3,4,6,9 and bus 20 to the Stop of Red Sun Square(红太阳剧场), then walk to the theater.           

Content:

Preface:

Fetal Sound(胎音) The prelude to Yunnan’s Sound is played with a alms bowl. This is because the sound of the bowl is the resonance of human and human, God and human, heart and heart, and the fetal sound of every new life in the mother’s womb.

 Act one:

Offering  sacrifice to goods or ancestors(祭祀)Each nation has its own unique sacrificial drum music

Act two:

love Song of Naxi ethnic minority(纳西情歌)Naxi girls and boys convey their love  in simple and affectionate tunes

Act three:

Sun ang Rain(太阳雨) They call for wind and rain. They imitate the sounds of nature.

Act four: 

Beating without Discrimination(乱打)Pots and pans, bottles and cans, objects in production and life are the basis for inspiration.

Act five:

Sparrow God and Strange Bird(雀神怪鸟) It is Yunnan dialect which means strange. Anything that can make a sound can become an instrument.

Act  six:

Cockfighting   (斗鸡)Two cocks are fond of fighting.

Act seven:

Drunk Drums(喝醉了的鼓)Men will become the most handsome, women will become the most beautiful, people who are usually silent will become eloquent, people who are usually sad will become happy when they drink too much wine.

Epilogue……(尾声)

Chinese Version: https://baike.baidu.com/item/%E4%BA%91%E5%8D%97%E7%9A%84%E5%93%8D%E5%A3%B0
Translated by  Lynette Fu/付云锐

Food of the Hani Ethnic Minority in Yunnan

The Hani people (哈尼族) are an ancient mountain farming ethnic group in Yunnan Province. They are known for their ability to cultivate terraced fields, grow rice, plant corn, gather wild vegetables, and fish in the rivers. Through these practices, they have developed a rich and diverse culinary culture. Have you ever tried these Hani delicacies?

Snails with Taro Greens (螺蛳煮芋菜)

The snails from the Hani terraced fields are a premium ingredient, and the wild taro (水滴芋) that grows nearby is equally prized for its natural flavor. When these two ingredients come together, the result is an extraordinary dish.

To prepare, clean the snails, remove the tail, and stir-fry with oil and salt for 10–20 minutes. Set aside. Then, stir-fry dry chili peppers (煳辣椒) and Sichuan peppercorns (花椒) in oil. Add the snails and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes before adding water. Once the water boils, add the taro greens and simmer. Season with local peppers (地椒) before serving.

Stewed Eel (炖鳝鱼)

Wild eels from the rice fields are stewed with garlic, ginger, Sichuan pepper, local peppers (地椒), tsaoko powder (草果粉), and pork lard. Salt and chili peppers are added to taste. The simpler the cooking method, the more it enhances the high-quality ingredients. A few mint leaves garnish the dish.

To eat the eel, take a bite from just under the head, then skillfully strip the meat from both sides. For experienced diners, the two strips of meat come off cleanly, leaving behind the flavorful eel blood to enjoy. The organs are discarded.

Green Bean and Shredded Cucumber Salad (青豆拌黄瓜丝)

This refreshing dish is perfect for summer, providing a cooling visual and taste. Despite the name, the “green beans” used are actually soybeans for making tofu. Crushed soybeans are mixed with shredded cucumber, and seasoned with a pinch of salt for a simple yet delightful dish.

Hani Glass Meat (哈尼玻璃肉)

(Fat Pork Glass Meat: 肥肉制作的玻璃肉)
“Glass Meat” refers to the transparency of the finished dish, resembling glass. It’s traditionally made from pork belly or fat pork. The pork is cut into strips, salted, and seasoned with Sichuan pepper and chili, then smoked over the Hani’s perpetual fire pit.

(Pork Belly Glass Meat: 五花肉制作的玻璃肉)
The cooked “glass meat” is typically boiled, sliced, and served with a dipping sauce made from millet chili (小米辣) and soy sauce. Its rich flavor and translucent texture make it a great accompaniment to rice.

Dyed Sticky Rice (染糯米)

The Hani people use yellow myrsine (密蒙花) and purple indigo (紫蓝草) to dye white sticky rice, creating a visually appealing dish when paired with salted duck eggs. The dyes not only add color but also have medicinal properties beneficial to health.

Yellow Myrsine:
Known for clearing heat, reducing dampness, and improving vision, the entire plant is used medicinally. The flowers can also be used as a yellow food dye.

Purple Indigo:
This herb contains compounds like flavonoids and is used to treat colds, fevers, and throat infections. It can also dye sticky rice purple, providing health benefits when consumed regularly.

Egg with Chive Bulb (藠头煎蛋)

Chive bulbs (藠头) are a prized ingredient, known for their large size, tender texture, and flavorful juice. The bulbs are crushed and mixed with beaten eggs, then fried into a pancake and seasoned with salt. For those who enjoy stronger flavors, chili can be added.

This dish, both sweet and savory, is a popular meal accompaniment. Hani people also prepare a similar dish with piantse (苤菜), known locally as “Hani leeks.”

Baiwang (白旺)

Baiwang is a dish made with duck blood. Lean pork is stir-fried and mixed with crushed peanuts and minced piantse root (苤菜根). For a richer flavor, duck neck and wings can replace pork. After combining the ingredients with fresh Sichuan pepper, duck blood is quickly stirred in, followed by salt. The dish is symbolically heated by placing a glowing charcoal on top, blending the flavors of pork, peanuts, Sichuan pepper, and duck blood.

Terraced Field Fish (梯田鱼)

Similar to stewed eel, this dish uses fish cleaned and steamed with garlic, ginger, fresh Sichuan pepper, lard, and salt. Mint and millet chili serve as both garnish and seasoning. The tender fish can be eaten directly or dipped in a flavorful sauce.

White Ginseng Steamed Egg (白参炖蛋)

White ginseng (裂褶菌), with its sweet, neutral properties, is known for its anti-cancer benefits. Combined with eggs, the dish nourishes the blood, calms the mind, and moistens dryness. The ginseng is crushed and steamed with salt, Sichuan pepper, tsaoko powder, and lard for extra tenderness.

Boiled Bitter Bamboo Shoots (煮苦笋)

Wild bitter bamboo shoots, rich in fiber, vitamins, and amino acids, are boiled after peeling. After cooking, they can be torn into small pieces and served with a dipping sauce made from chili, salt, and Hani fermented soybeans (哈尼豆豉). The simple preparation preserves the shoots’ natural flavor.

Stir-fried Dried Bamboo Shoots (炒干笋)

Dried bamboo shoots, preserved by steaming and drying, are stir-fried with chives and seasoned with salt for a quick, flavorful dish.

Stir-fried Bamboo Shoots with Hani Fermented Soybeans (哈尼豆豉炒竹笋)

Hani fermented soybeans, also known as “Hani MSG,” hold a sacred place in their cuisine. Made from soybeans grown on the terraced field embankments, the fermented soybeans are dried in the sun and used in many dishes. Stir-fried with bamboo shoots, garlic, and seasonings, the dish offers a rich, earthy flavor.

Stir-fried Water Ferns (炒水蕨菜)

A seasonal wild vegetable, water ferns (水蕨菜) are stir-fried with oil, dried chili, and garlic. This simple dish is seasoned with salt and reflects the abundance of wild greens in Hani cuisine.

Salted Duck Eggs (咸鸭蛋)

Locally raised ducks provide high-quality eggs that are salted and boiled. These eggs, often paired with red rice, are as visually appealing as they are delicious.

Tofu Balls (豆腐圆子)

A common dish during birthdays and festivals, tofu balls symbolize unity. Ground pork is mixed with tofu, seasoned with salt, MSG, and tsaoko powder, and shaped into large balls. These are steamed on banana leaves to prevent sticking. The cooked tofu balls, garnished with green onions, make for a hearty and satisfying dish.

Dried Duck (干鸭)

The preparation of dried duck is relatively simple. The duck meat is boiled with salt and cao guo (草果, a type of black cardamom) and then cut into pieces. For those who prefer a light flavor, eating it as is can be quite enjoyable.

However, on the table, there is often a bowl of Hani dipping sauce (哈尼蘸水), which is considered a perfect match for dried duck. The importance of this sauce is truly felt when paired with the duck.

Dried Duck with Raw Duck Blood (干鸭生血)

When the duck is slaughtered, its blood is collected and mixed with roasted peanuts, yu xing cao (鱼腥草, a type of herb known for its fishy smell), small hot peppers, Sichuan pepper powder, pian cai (苤菜, a type of local vegetable), salt, and MSG. This dish is known as dried duck with raw duck blood.

Smoked Pig Feet (猪脚)

The key to making delicious smoked pig feet is to first marinate the halved pig feet with Sichuan pepper, salt, and chili, and then smoke them. Despite their exaggerated appearance in the market, the flavor is undeniable.

Once the pig feet are boiled and cut into pieces, they are ready to be served. Like dried duck, they are often paired with Hani dipping sauce (哈尼蘸水), which brings out the best in their taste.

Cold Mixed Bee Larvae (凉拌蜂儿)

Bee larvae, including those from hu feng (胡蜂, hornets), huang feng (黄蜂, yellow wasps), hei feng (黑蜂, black bees), and tu feng (土蜂, wild bees), are rich in nutrients and have a unique crispy, tender flavor. They are considered a pure, natural delicacy.

In this dish, bee larvae are boiled and then mixed with chopped pian cai (苤菜), green chilies, salt, and MSG. The special flavor of pian cai complements the crispness of the larvae, making it a great dish to accompany alcohol.

Cold Mixed Lean Pork with Pian Cai (苤菜拌瘦肉)

Pian cai (苤菜), also known as da xie cai (大薤菜) or wild garlic, is called “Hani garlic” by the Hani people. Its shape resembles garlic chives, and all parts—leaves, stems, flowers, and roots—are edible. It has a similar taste to garlic chives but is more tender and flavorful.

For this dish, high-quality lean pork is boiled and chopped into fine pieces, then mixed with chopped pian cai (苤菜), salt, and MSG. The dish is flavorful and garnished with small red chilies for decoration.

Sticky Rice Cake (糯米粑粑)

Sticky rice cake, known as “Huo Nuo A Ba” (耠糯阿把) in the Hani language, is a festive food that is sticky and fragrant. It is one of the essential gifts exchanged among friends and relatives during holidays.

The preparation involves soaking sticky rice in water for seven to eight hours, then steaming it. The steamed sticky rice is pounded in a special tool until fine and formed into round cakes, which are wrapped in banana leaves. The process is repeated until all the sticky rice is used. These cakes can be stored for later use.

Black Sticky Rice (黑糯米)

Also known as purple rice (紫米), black sticky rice is a special variety of rice grown in small quantities in Sichuan, Guizhou, and Yunnan. It is highly valued for its fragrance and stickiness. The preparation method for black sticky rice cake is the same as that of white sticky rice cake.

Cold Mixed Konjac (魔芋凉拌)

To make Hani konjac (哈尼魔芋), the key ingredient is the ash leftover from burning wood. High-quality homegrown konjac is ground into a paste and mixed with the ash to form small clumps, which are boiled, washed, and boiled again to shape the konjac.

When making cold mixed konjac, it should be torn by hand into small pieces rather than cut with a knife. The konjac is then mixed with cilantro, garlic, chili, and salt. Some local people also add pickled vegetables and ginger for extra flavor.

Dried Vegetables in Porridge (干巴菜煮稀饭)

Ganba Cai (干巴菜) is dried green vegetables. Before cooking, they are soaked in water and briefly boiled, then washed before being added to porridge, usually chicken broth. The result is a fresh, flavorful dish.

Porridge Cooked with Fig Leaves (无花果叶煮稀饭)

Fig leaves are believed to cure hemorrhoids, infections, and heart pain. The Hani people use fig leaves to cook porridge, which is both delicious and beneficial to health.

Blood Sausage (血肠)

Blood sausage is made by mixing fresh pig’s blood with sticky rice, salt, cao guo (草果), pork fat, and stuffing it into cleaned pig intestines. It is then steamed. Some variations of blood sausage also include lean pork.

The blood sausage is sliced and often served with dried shredded pork, making for a visually appealing dish that is rich in flavor.

Grilled Pork Jerky with Ginger (猪肉干巴磕姜)

Hani pork jerky is not air-dried but fire-roasted. Lean pork is marinated with salt, Sichuan pepper, and chili before being grilled over a fire.

To make grilled pork jerky with ginger, the jerky is sliced into small pieces and stir-fried. The jerky is then “pounded” with ginger and mixed with chili and garlic, creating a spicy and aromatic dish.

Wheat Flour Dumplings (麦子坨)

These dumplings are made by mixing wheat flour and sticky rice flour with a bit of sugar, forming small clumps, and then steaming them.

Cold Mixed Eggs with Ginger (生姜拌蛋)

Boiled eggs are peeled and broken into pieces by hand. Ginger is then pounded and mixed with the eggs, along with cilantro, salt, chili, and MSG, to create a flavorful cold dish.

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