Friends of Porsche – Fly and Drive Singapore By Yaso Trip The sixth stop

The Friends of Porsche – Fly and Drive Singapore by Yaso Trip takes travelers on a scenic journey through the Nujiang Grand Canyon, with stops at stunning locations like Bingzhongluo, Gongshan, and Fugong, ultimately reaching the Denggeng Hot Spring Hotel for a relaxing soak. Highlights include breathtaking views of the Biluo Snow Mountain and Gaoligong Mountain, an exploration of Wuli Village—known as "The Beauty of the Nu"—and a visit to the 219 Happy Café, offering panoramic canyon views. Immersive cultural experiences, such as authentic Lisu traditions and the Bonfire Night Festival, provide a deep connection to the region's heritage. Along the way, travelers will enjoy self-drive adventure, local cuisine, and the warmth of the people in this remote, picturesque part of Yunnan.

Destination:
Bingzhongluo (丙中洛) → Gongshan (贡山) → Fugong (福贡) → Denggeng Hot Spring Hotel (登埂温泉酒店)

Distance: 290 km
Estimated Drive: ~6 hours

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through the Nujiang Grand Canyon

• Relaxing soak at Denggeng Hot Spring Hotel (登埂温泉酒店)

Accommodation:
Nujiang Liuku Denggeng Hot Spring Hotel (登埂温泉酒店)

1. Bingzhongluo – “A Paradise Where Humans and Gods Coexist”

“A home where humans and gods live together.”

Bingzhongluo (丙中洛) lies deep in the Nujiang Grand Canyon, northern Gongshan Dulong–Nu Autonomous County (贡山独龙族怒族自治县).

Framed by Biluo Snow Mountain (碧罗雪山) to the east and Gaoligong Mountain (高黎贡山) to the west, this vast plateau offers some of China’s most spectacular canyon vistas.

2. Wuli Village – “The Beauty of the Nu”

Wuli Village (雾里村), once a stop on the Ancient Tea Horse Road, is famed as the “Beauty of the Nu.”

• Wooden houses dot terraced fields

• Early-morning mists cloak the valley in ethereal fog

• Photo tip: Arrive at sunrise for the dreamiest light
  

3. Stone Moon 219 Happy Café – A “Village Café” Slow-Life Haven

Location: Lamadi Star Valley, Shiyueliang Township, Fugong County (福贡县石月亮乡)
Spotlight: 219 Happy Café (219 幸福咖啡屋) beside Jiangxi Happy Bridge

• Sip coffee with panoramic canyon views

• Embrace “village café” slow-life charm
  

• Ideal for a midday rest or afternoon read

4. Our Self-Drive Team’s Experience

Date: May 14, 2025
Attractions:

1. Coffee break and local-flavor lunch at 219 Happy Café (219 幸福咖啡屋)

2. Interview with the Fugong Media Center (福贡融媒体中心)

3. Sharing tips on the joys of self-drive travel

“Every bite of our lunch reflected the warmth and hospitality of the Fugong people.”

5. Lianxin Bridge – A Symbol of Ethnic Unity

Lianxin Bridge (连心桥) spans the Nujiang River at Liuku Town (六库镇), symbolizing the solidarity of the region’s many ethnic groups.

• Panorama: Stunning canyon views on both riverbanks

• History: Learn how local communities once crossed by rope-ferry

• Engineering: See the “rope-to-bridge” project that transformed lives

Pro tip: Watch the sunset from the eastern bank—it’s magical.

6. Num Meikilai – Immersive Lisu Culture

Num Meikilai (怒姆美客来) is your gateway to authentic Lisu traditions deep in the canyon.

6.1 Lisu Toasting Culture

• Tongxin Wine (同心酒): Host & guest press faces and share one bowl, symbolizing unity.

• Three Rivers Wine (三江并流酒): Three drink from a single bowl, like the region’s rivers.

• High Mountain Flowing Water Wine (高山流水酒): Host pours standing, guest drinks in one go—a display of vigor.
  

Song: “Ami yala yo… Distant honored guests arrive; if you don’t drink this Tongxin Wine, you’ll never know our Lisu affection.”

6.2 Traditional Hand-Grabbed Rice

• Ingredients: Highland ham, canyon chicken, Nujiang fish, wild mushrooms, buckwheat cakes

• Presentation: On a banana-leaf–lined bamboo tray—vivid as a blooming flower

• Custom: Wash hands, then eat with fingers—share seated together to symbolize unity

Recommended Pairings:

• Nujiang Aged Ham (怒江老窝火腿)

• Lacquer-Oil Chicken (漆油鸡)

• Buckwheat Cake (苦荞粑粑) with honey

• Xiala (侠拉), meat cooked in rice wine
  

6.3 Bonfire Night Festival

• Ignition: Village elders light the fire to drive away evil, invite good fortune

• Dances & Songs:

  • Aximugua (阿尺木刮) – goat-leap dance

  • Baishi Ba (摆时摆) – multipart choral piece (national intangible heritage)

  • Dao Gan Dance (刀杆舞) – thrilling folk martial art

• Interactive Fun: Learn Lisu steps, join bamboo-pole dances, mingle with villagers

Photos courtesy of our convoy’s real captures. Please credit “Yaso Trip” when reusing.