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    Bordering Burma to the west, Tengchong is the important gateway for China to South Asia and Southeast Asia. As the famous hometown of overseas Chinese, cultural town and vital distributing center of jade, it boasts an important geographic position since ancient time. It is well known for its volcanic activity.The city is named after the town of Tengchong which serves as its political center, previously known as Tengyue (腾越) in Chinese.

    Highlights of Tengchong

    • Volcanic Landscape: Tengchong abounds in geothermal energy. There are over 80 steaming fountain hot streams and boiling fountains. There could be as many as 70 volcanoes within 100 kilometers (62 miles) of Tengchong city that is just located on lavas. The Cluster of Volcanoes is must-see attraction to appreciate the volcano scenery.
    • Geothermal Landscape: Tengchong has China's famous geothermal scenic area - Rehai Hot Spring Scenic Area that hides abundant terrestrial heat. Hot spring recreation is also popular among locals and tourists. There are many hot spring resorts in Tengchong, with the famous ones being Yuechun Hot Spring Resort and Rehai Hot Spring. You can relax yourself in the comfortable springs, relieving the fatigue.
    • Birding Tour: Boasting rich natural resources, Tengchong is one of the excellent areas for bird watching in Yunnan. Beihai Wetland Reserve is a paradise for water birds Laifeng Mountain National Forest Park known as a “green pearl” embedded in the first city of the extreme side offers the rich spicies, more than 300 species of wild birds and 50 species of mammals. Gaoligong Mountain Botanical Garden is also best place for bird watching in Tengchong.
    • Red Culture Tour: Tengchong was the vital site of fierce battles against the Japanese during WWII. The Graveyard of the National Heroes and The Museum of Yunnan-Burmese Anti-Japanese War are the must-see places of Tengchong red culture tour.

    Tengchong Overview gives you a comprehensive understanding of Tengchong City, including the basic information, history, geographical location, climate, transportation and so on.

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    Tengchong attractions offer you a different sight of Yunnan volcano scenery and hot spring recreations, as well as rich Tengchong culture. Must-see Tengchong attractions include Heshun Ancient Town, The Cluster of Volcanoes, Rehai Hot Spring, Beihai Wetland, etc. Besides, various traditional villages in Tengchong, which  are good places to explore the ethnic culture of Yunnan.

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    Tengchong Tours offer you tour packages themed on Tengchong Birding Tours, Tengchong Cycling Tours, Tengchong Hiking Tours , Tengchong Rehai Hot Spring and Heshun Ancient Town. Yunnan is becoming an increasingly popular birding destination and Tengchong is one of the excellent areas for bird watching in Yunnan.  As a border city, cycling tours or motorbike tours to the border areas are also favorable. In addition, there are dozens of traditional ethnic villages waiting to be explored.

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    Tengchong climate is classified as warm and temperate. Summer enjoys plenty of rainfall than winter in Tengchong. Tengchong experiences a mild subtropical highland climate. In Tengchong, the average annual temperature is 15.4 °C. The average annual rainfall is 1482 mm.

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    Tengchong Transportation offer you information about how to get to and get round Tengchong. Tengchong is a border city in the west of Yunnan province with well-developed public facilities. A complete transportation network has been built, mainly including airways and city public transportation.

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    Tengchong festivals and activities tell you what to do during the festival tour in Tengchong. There are 25 minorities living in Tengchong City, including Dai, Hui, Lisu, Wa, Bai, Achang, etc. As the indigenous minorities inhabited in Tengchong, they formed their distinctive ethnic culture which is also revealed in their ethnic festivals. Here are some major festivals and activities in Tengchong. They can help you learn more about local ethnic culture.

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    Tengchong City(腾冲市) is one of the most unique destinations in western Yunnan, combining volcanic landscapes, geothermal resources, overseas Chinese culture, historical heritage, ethnic traditions, and borderland scenery. Located near the Gaoligong Mountains(高黎贡山), this destination offers travelers a slower and deeper way to experience Yunnan through nature, culture, wellness, and local lifestyles.

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    Tengchong travel maps help visitors understand the city's location in western Yunnan and the relationship between urban areas, ancient towns, volcanic landscapes, hot spring areas, wetlands, villages, and transportation routes. Since Tengchong's attractions are spread across a wide area, a detailed map is especially useful for planning sightseeing routes and transportation arrangements.

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    Tengchong accomodation has wide range of choices of hotels in Tengchong City. Different styles of hotels are offered from luxury ones to budget ones wherever you want to stay in Tengchong. Yunnan Exploration Travel elaborately selects the following best hotels in Tengchong with good location and all-inclusive services for you.

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    Tengchong Food in Yunnan is unique, which is completely different from the normal flavor of Yunnan, with oil but not greasy, moderate hot and sour, sweet and refreshing. Home-cooked dishes of Tengchong are dominated with acid and spicy, and the most used condiments are sour bamboo shoot, pickles, hot pepper, etc.

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    Tengchong Culture is diverse and colorful, featuring the folk culture of the six indigenous ethnic minoritues. It is a place where multi-ethnic groups inhabit. It is home to people of nearly half of China's 55 ethnic minority groups. Members of minority groups account for 7% of the total population of the city and live in over 40% of its total area.

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    Tengchong travel photos and album gallery showcase the city's diverse landscapes, cultural heritage, geological wonders, and peaceful rural scenery. A complete photo collection can include volcanic mountains, hot springs, forests, wetlands, ancient streets, traditional villages, farmland, and local daily life, providing travelers with a visual introduction to the destination.

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    Tengchong Shopping tells you what and where to buy in Tengchong. The famous Tengchong local products include jade wares, Chinese medicine, Xuan paper, dried rice noodles, tea oil, preserved vegetables, rattan plaited handicrafts, etc.

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    Tengchong City(腾冲市) is a historic border city in western Yunnan Province, famous for its overseas Chinese culture, ethnic diversity, volcanic landscapes, traditional craftsmanship, and ecological resources. With a complete education system covering kindergarten, primary schools, middle schools, vocational education, and ethnic education, Tengchong has developed strong foundations for international student study tours, cultural exchange programs, and academic field research.

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    Tengchong Adminstrative Division gives you information about places to visit when you travel to Tengchong, such as the ancient town and traditional villages. Tengchong city covers 11 towns and 7 townships. The most notable town under Tengchong's jurisdiction is Heshun Town which is 4 km west from Tengchong's city centre.

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    Location Infomation

  • Chinese Name:腾冲
  • English Name:Teng Chong
  • Location Position:Southwest of Yunnan
  • Population Number:659,900
  • Language:Yunnan Dialect
  • Postal Code:679100
  • China Country Code:0875
  • Local Time Zone:UTC+8
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    Our Excellent Birding Trip to Yingjiang and Tengchong

    Gary E Loit

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    Our Excellent Birding Trip to Yingjiang and Tengchong

    We recently completed a fantastic birding trip to Yingjiang and Tengchong organized by Yaso Trip and Yunnan Exploration, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the experience. From the moment we inquired about the trip, the team was attentive, thorough, and incredibly helpful in customizing the itinerary to our birdwatching interests. The planning was impeccable. Yingjiang and Tengchong are known for their rich biodiversity, and we were able to see an incredible variety of species, including rare and endemic birds. Our guide, who was not only highly knowledgeable about the local birdlife but also passionate about the environment, made the experience both educational and enjoyable. Their expertise allowed us to explore hidden gems of birding spots that we never would have found on our own. Our transportation was comfortable, and everything was carefully arranged, from the hotels to meals. The team even ensured that we had the proper gear and supplies for a successful and enjoyable birding adventure. We were particularly impressed with the flexibility of the itinerary. When we wanted to spend a bit more time in one location for a rare sighting, the team was more than accommodating. It felt like the trip was tailored perfectly to our needs and interests. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the entire team at Yaso Trip and Yunnan Exploration for making this such an unforgettable experience. We will definitely be booking with them again for future birding trips and will highly recommend them to fellow birdwatching enthusiasts.
  • Destination(s): Tengchong,Yingjiang County,Baoshan
  • Date of Experience: Jun 25, 2017
  • Tour Customized by: Zeng Yuanyuan
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