Southwest Yunnan
Southwest Yunnan mainly refers to Puer, Xishuangbanna and Lincang. Puer has a long history before 109 BC, which is adjacent to Hongheand Yuxi in the east, Xishuangbanna in the south, Dali and Chuxiong in the north. Xishuangbanna is connected with Laos and Myanmar by mountains and rivers and also close to Thailand and Vietnam. The annual splash festival is held on April 13-15, known as the “Oriental Carnival”. Lincang of Yunnan province is also an important gateway from Yunnan province to Myanmar and southeast Asia, known as the “southern silk road”.
1. Puer
Administrative Divisions of Puer
Puer City has jurisdiction over 1 municipal district and 9 autonomous counties.
- 1 Municipal District: Simao District(思茅区)
- 9 Autonomous Counties: Ninger Hani and Yi Autonomous County(宁洱哈尼族彝族自治县), Jingdong Yi Autonomous County(景东彝族自治县), Zhenyuan Yi, Hani and Lahu Autonomous County(镇沅彝族哈尼族拉祜族自治县), Jinggu Dai and Yi Autonomous County(景谷傣族彝族自治县), Mojiang Hani Autonomous County(墨江哈尼族自治县), Lancang Lahu Autonomous County(澜沧拉祜族自治县), Ximeng Wa Autonomous County(西盟佤族自治县), Jiangcheng Hani and Yi Autonomous County(江城哈尼族彝族自治县), Menglian Dai, Lahu and Wa Autonomous County(孟连傣族拉祜族佤族自治县)
Top Attractions in Puer
Puer, a place with long history, is always a heaven for many people all over the world. Puer is also a perfect destination for people who want to seek for antiquity, explore the fascinating natural sceneries. When you come to Puer, the top attractions in Puer are must-visit. Puer, known as a land of wonders, both natural and man-made, will make you forget to leave.
- China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden
- Tropic of Cancer Sign Park
- Xiniuping Scenic Area
- Plum Lake Park
- Bixi Ancient Town
- Mengsuo Dragon Pool
- Xuanfu Chieftain House
- Ximahe Wetland Park
- Twins Culture Garden
- The View Point
- Magic Twin Wells
- Mengliehu Lake Wetland
- The Ancient Tea Horse Road
2. Xishuangbanna
Administrative Divisions of Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture has jurisdiction over one county-level city and two counties: Jinghong City, Menghai County and Mengla County. The prefectural seat locates in Jinghong City.
- 1 city: Jinghong City (景洪市)
- 2 counties: Menghai County (勐海县), Mengla County (勐腊县)
Top Attractions in Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna is well known at home and abroad for its tropical rain forest scenery and Dai folk customs. As for the following top attractions in Xishuangbanna, Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park and WangTianShu Scenic Spot are the best places to have an in-depth exploration of the rain forest.
- WangTianShu Scenic Spot
- Manting Park
- Zongfosi Temple
- Dai Minority Garden
- One Tree Forest
- Jinuo Mountain Village
- Wild Elephant Valley
- Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park
- King of the Ancient Tea Tree
- Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
- Xishuangbanna Tropical Flowers & Plants Garden
3. Lincang
Administrative Divisions of Lincang
By 2016, Lincang City has jurisdiction over 1 district, 4 counties, 3 autonomous counties, 89 towns and 898 villages.
- 1 District: Linxaing district(临翔区)
- 4 Counties: Fengqing county(凤庆县), Yongde county(永德县), Zhenkang county(镇康县), Yun county(云县)
- 3 Autonomous counties: Cangyuan Wa Autonomous County(沧源佤族自治县), Gengma Dai and Wa Autonomous County(耿马傣族佤族自治县), Shuangjiang Lahu, Wa, Bulang and Dai Autonomous County(双江拉祜族佤族布朗族傣族自治县)
Top Attractions in Lincang
When you step on the beautiful and tranquil land, travelers will see the picturesque landscape, unique natural scenic spots and the colorful ethnic culture, which are the most important elements of Lincang tour. When you come to Lincang, the top attractions in Lincang are must-visit.
- Wengding Wa Ethnic Village
- Cangyuan Cliff Painting
- Guangyun Burmese Temple
- Canglongdong Cave
- Menglai Grand Canyon
- Tiankeng Dolines
- Lushi Old Town
- Sigangli Cliff Painting Valley
- Qinglong Bridge
- Ximen Park
