This 4 Days Puer Forest Tour is designed for those who love the the nature and  the charm of mountain. You will meet many beautiful sceneries on your way, including dense forest, waterfalls such as Dadiaoshui Waterfall and Xiaodiaoshui Waterfall, rivers and ancient tea and horse road-Bolie River Bridge Tea-Horse Road, etc. Also, you will step into local temples such as Qiannuo Buddha Temple and ethnic villages to know more about the daily lives and ethnic cultures about local people.

Brief Itinerary

• Day 1: Simao – Jinggu
• Day 2: Jinggu – Zhenyuan
• Day 3: Zhenyuan – Jiujia
• Day 4: Jiujia – Jingdong

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 2 Jinggu – Zhenyuan

Sightseeing and Activities: Leiguang Buddha Trail Temple, Qiannuo Buddha Tempel
Accommodation: Zhenyuan County
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 3 Zhenyuan – Jiujia

Sightseeing and Activities: Qianjia Village Scenic Area,  Dadiaoshui Waterfall, Xiaodiaoshui Waterfall
Accommodation: Jiujia Town
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 4 Jiujia – Jingdong County

Sightseeing and Activities: Huangcaolin Eco-tourism Village, Jingdong Confucian Temple, Acropolis Sites, Yubi Mountain Forest Park
Accommodation: Jingdong County
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Recommended Hotels

Service Included:

• Accommodation with daily breakfast as indicated in the hotel list as below;
• Chinese lunches and dinners as listed in the itinerary;
• All land transfers & transportation with private air-conditioned coach;
• All transfers and sightseeing with skilled English-speaking tour guide;
• All entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary;
• Service charge and all government taxes;
• Luggage transfers between airport and hotels;
• Travel Agency’s Responsibility Insurance coverage.

Service Excluded:

• Any arrival and departure international airfares or train tickets;
• Any meals which are not specified in the tour itinerary;
• Chinese visa fees;
• Excess baggage charged by Airlines;
• Single room supplement;
• Tips to guides and drivers;
• Personal expenses and gratuities to service staff.
• Personal travel accident insurance;
• All optional programs.

Trip Introduction

Pu’er, renowned as one of the world’s significant tea origins, offers a deep dive into Puerh tea culture, drawing countless visitors seeking to explore its rich tea history. Beyond its tea fame, Pu’er captivates travelers with its diverse historic sites and the vibrant customs of its various ethnic groups, including the Hani, Yi, and Dai. These cultural experiences, coupled with the region’s natural beauty, make Pu’er an unforgettable destination.

Tour Highlights

• Puerh Tea Culture: Explore the origins of the famous Puerh tea, visiting plantations and learning about traditional tea-making processes.
• Xiniuping Scenic Area: Discover rare and valuable plants and animals in this lush and diverse landscape.
• Lancang River Exploration: Witness the mighty Lancang River, which flows through multiple Southeast Asian countries as the Mekong River.
• Historic Sites: Visit ancient landmarks such as the Jingdong Confucian Temple and the Menglian Chieftain’s Mansion.
• Ethnic Villages: Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of ethnic villages, experiencing the traditions and daily lives of the Hani, Yi, and Lahu people.
• Scenic Wonders: Enjoy breathtaking natural sites including Meizi Lake, Mengma Waterfall, and Jingmai Mountain.

Travel Tips

• Cultural Sensitivity: Pu’er is home to multiple ethnic groups. Respect local customs and traditions during your visit.
• Meals: Breakfast and lunch are at your own expense. Be sure to try local specialties such as hotpot, bamboo-cooked dishes, and fresh seafood.
• Packing: Bring comfortable clothing suitable for both hot days and cooler evenings, especially if you plan to explore mountainous areas.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Lijiang to Pu’er

• 07:00: Departure from Lijiang.
• 19:00: Arrival in Pu’er after a scenic 12-hour drive (876.4 km).
• Dinner: Enjoy a traditional hotpot of squid stewed with chicken.

Day 2: Xiniuping Scenic Area

• Morning: Explore the Xiniuping Scenic Area, 30 km south of Simao District.
• Lunch: Dine at Xiaoye Restaurant.
• Afternoon: Continue exploring the scenic area.
• Dinner: Pizza Pig Restaurant.
• Overnight: Stay at Pu’er Qianhe Hotel.

Day 3: Lancang River & Xiaoganlanba Scenic Area

• 09:00: Visit the Lancang River, tracing its journey through Pu’er.
• 12:00: Explore the Xiaoganlanba Scenic Area, known for ancient Neolithic ruins.
• 15:00: Visit the historic Cuiyun Cave.
• Lunch: Sala Restaurant.
• Dinner: Oubalaile Korea Restaurant.
• Overnight: Pu’er Qianhe Hotel.

Day 4: Anatropous Root Park & Meizi Lake

• 10:00: Discover the Anatropous Root Park, home to a giant banyan tree.
• 14:00: Relax by the picturesque Meizi Lake.
• Lunch: Aini Zhuangyuan Restaurant.
• Dinner: Shilixiang Restaurant.
• Overnight: Pu’er Qianhe Hotel.

Day 5: Jingdong Confucian Temple & Mojiang

• 10:00: Visit the Jingdong Confucian Temple, a well-preserved historic site.
• 14:00: Explore the Tropical of Cancer Landmark Park in Mojiang.
• Lunch: Ginseng Chicken Hotpot Restaurant.
• Dinner: Sichuan Restaurant.
• Overnight: Pu’er Qianhe Hotel.

Day 6: Menglian Chieftain’s Mansion & Shangcheng Buddhist Temple

• 09:00: Visit the historic Menglian Chieftain’s Mansion.
• 12:00: Explore the serene Mengma Waterfall.
• 15:00: Visit the Shangcheng Buddhist Temple, a cultural hub for the Dai people.
• Lunch: Nannan Dai Flavour Restaurant.
• Dinner: Shiping Restaurant.
• Overnight: Pu’er Qianhe Hotel.

Day 7: Nayun Old Town & Nuofu Church

• 09:00: Explore Nayun Old Town, the last Dai ethnic old town in China.
• 12:00: Visit the historic Nuofu Church.
• 15:00: Discover Laodabao Lahu Ethnic Village, home to the national intangible heritage “Du Pa Mi Pa.”
• Lunch: Tianyuan Restaurant.
• Dinner: Guo’s Shilixiang Restaurant.
• Overnight: Pu’er Qianhe Hotel.

Day 8: Jingmai Mountain & Mengsuo Dragon Pool

• 09:00: Visit Jingmai Mountain, renowned for its ancient Puerh tea plantations.
• 14:00: Explore the serene Mengsuo Dragon Pool.
• Lunch: Huikang Restaurant.
• Dinner: Meizhou Seafood Restaurant.
• Overnight: Pu’er Qianhe Hotel.

Day 9: Return to Lijiang

• 08:00: Depart Pu’er for Lijiang.
• 20:00: Arrive in Lijiang after another scenic 12-hour drive.

Shopping Recommendations

Pu’er is famous for its rich produce and crafts, including:

• Walnuts, ferns, bamboo shoots, and edible mushrooms
• Purple glutinous rice, fragrant glutinous rice
• Mango, sweet wine, and wine packed in bamboo
• Woodcarvings and rattan crafts

These items make perfect souvenirs to remember your journey through Pu’er.

Shopping recommendation

Pu’er boasts a wide area of mountains and hills, with a high coverage of vegetation which is in favour of the local forestry. Plus the ample sunshine, Pu’er is such a place that is suitable for tropical and sub-tropical crops to grow. Among the local produce, walnuts, ferns, bamboo shoots and assorted edible mushrooms are popular specialties. In addition, the purple glutinous rice, fragrant glutinous rice, mango, sweet wine, wine packed in bamboos, woodcarvings, rattan crafts and so on are not bad souvenirs for tourists.

Chinese Name:中华普洱茶博览苑-梦之路
English Name: Dream of The Road in China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden, Puer

In 2008,from November 17 to 20, Xi Jinping(习近平),then Member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, member of the Secretariat of the Central Committee and Vice President of China,had did research in Yunnan province.On 18 November,Xi Jinping（习近平） came to Simao district of Puer city（普洱市思茅区） to understand the situation of tea-growing. It shows that President Xi’s great bosom of caring about people and feeling the suffering of them. The deep concern of President Xi for the people became a promise, he said “I promise I’ll come again,I wish all of you’ll live a batter life at that time.” Afterwards,people called the road which President Xi get by as”Dream of The Road（梦之路）”.

The Dream of The Road（梦之路） is at the right side of the Ask Teahouse（问茶楼）, it is a tourist trail in the ten-thousand mu tea garden which was paved with red brick.The Yunnan big leaf species tea（云南大叶种茶） were planted on both sides of the road, Yunnan（云南）’s favorable natural condition cultivates high yield and outstanding quality big leaf species tea. The tea is sprout early, Yukon bud force,long growing period,bud leaf fat and soft, it is the special raw material for Pu’er Tea（普洱茶）.We can say Pu’er Tea（普洱茶） has obvious geographic feature.It is a tea made of Shaiqinmao tea leaves of Yunnan big leaves species（云南大叶种晒青茶） treated by fermenting process which different from black tea and green tea.Pu’er tea（普洱茶） leaves are fat and stick, it has a black or red-brown color shape, and its soup is clear with red color, has a special fragrant smell and pure and sweet flavor.Pu’er tea（普洱茶） is a suitable beverage for all ages. Many literati in Chinese dynasties chant poems and praise it,Zhao xuemin（赵学敏） of qing dynasty said “Pu’er tea fragrance is unique, wake up wine first, eliminate food and dissipate phlegm, clear stomach and Jin, especially big kilometers(普洱茶清香独绝也，醒酒第一，消食化痰，清胃生津，公里尤大也。).Brahma Lu Series,written by Cai E in 1925 A.D《梵天卢丛录)(柴萼，著于公元1925年)”Pu’er tea is warm and fragrant, which can cure all kinds of diseases. It is steamed and wrapped in bamboo balls, its price is the same as gold(普洱茶，性温味香，治百病，蒸制以竹篛成团裹，价等兼金。).

Pu’er tea as a traditional beverage, also has a special medical effect in addition to the quench thirst and refresh oneself. Cao Xueqin（曹雪芹）’s Dream of Red Mansion（红楼梦） also describes drinking Yunnan Pu’er tea.Even Emperor Qianlong（乾隆） used to write poems and recite Pu’er tea（普洱茶）: “the Pu’er tea（普洱茶） is unique, and the Qing Dynasty is not full of sparrow tongue.” Point into a bowl of golden stem dew, Pinquan Lu Yu should be ashamed. “(独有普洱号刚坚，清标未足夸雀舌。点成一碗金茎露，品泉陆羽应惭拙。)

(1) Recommended tour time:10 minutes

(2) Longitude and latitude of scenic spots: longitude 101°5 35.358 “, latitude 22°38 38.4792”

(3) The best shooting position: the step of the exit of Dream of The Road(梦之路)

(4) the best shooting longitude and latitude: longitude 101 °5 ≤ 37.4712 “, latitude 22 °38 ≤ 40.0308”

(5) the best shooting position description:Dream of the Road（梦之路） is a rugged path shuttled between the tea plantations, although it is a scene, it is difficult to get a full picture of it unless you are using aerial photography.Of course, in the exit step position to shoot the path and the surrounding tea garden scenery, the effect is still good.

Translated by Li Songlin/彭蕾

The Deepure Biotea Valley in Pu’er, also known as 普洱市帝泊洱生物茶谷景区 (Deepure Biotea Valley), is a notable addition to the list of National 4A Tourist Attractions in China. Officially recognized on June 19, this site is the fourth 4A attraction in Pu’er, joining the ranks of Mojiang Tropic of Cancer Park, Pu’er National Park, and Pu’er Ximeng Mengsuo Longtan Lake Scenic Area.

Overview

• Location: No. 1, Deepure Avenue, Pu’er City, Yunnan Province, China
• Distance from Downtown: Approximately 10 km
• Size: First phase covers 792 acres
• Nearby Attractions: National Forest Park, China Pu’er Tea Expo Garden

Features

Deepure Biotea Valley is an industrial park and tourism attraction developed by Yunnan Tasly Deepure Biotea Group Co., Ltd. The site combines tea production with tourism through seven distinct modules:

1. Industrial Tourism and Tea Education: Includes tea production, processing, and historical insights into Deepure and Pu’er tea.
2. Tea and Food Experiences: Offers local tea meals, Yunnan flower feasts, vegetarian options, and special hand pilaf.
3. Tea-Making Experiences: Visitors can engage in traditional tea picking, processing, and tasting in a tea garden setting.
4. Tea Ceremony and Culture: Features tea ceremony learning, multimedia, and three-dimensional educational experiences on tea culture.
5. Activities and Events: Provides parent-child activities, summer camps, wedding planning, sports events, and more.
6. Custom Travel Services: Includes vehicle leasing, tea breaks, and conference room rentals.
7. Recreational Areas: Features a “happy farm” with flower fields for visitor enjoyment.

Achievements

• Recognition: Listed among China’s Top Ten Industrial Tourism Demonstration Bases in 2017.
• Tourism Growth: From January to May 2018, Pu’er saw significant tourism growth with 46,600 overseas visitors and 14.1593 million domestic visitors, generating a total tourism income of 13.101 billion yuan.

Deepure Biotea Valley stands out for its integration of industrial and tourism elements, reflecting Pu’er’s broader strategy to enhance global tourism and integrate various sectors to boost its tourism industry.

Xishuangbanna has been reputed to be the Kingdom of rare animals, plants and fruit. This tour will bring you to lear more about plants and animals in the Botanical Garden; step into Local Ethnic Villages to meet the diverse ethnic cultures; visit the Puer Tea Culture Museum to know more about Puer Tea and the highlight of Mojiang County – the Sun square. Go and give yourself an unforgetable tour, now!

Brief Itinerary

• Day 1: Jinghong Arrival
• Day 2: Jinghong – Menglun
• Day 3: Menglun
• Day 4: Menglun – Dai Ethnic Village
• Day 5: Dai Ethnic Village – Jinghong – Pu’er – Mojiang
• Day 6: Mojiang – Kunming
• Day 7: Departure from Kunming

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Jinghong

Sightseeing and Activities: Arrive in Jinghong
Accommodation: Jinghong
Meals: None

Upon your arrival, you tour guide and driver will pick you up from the airport and then transfer you to the hotel for relax. You can explore the city on your own and have meals then. Gaozhuang (告庄) night fair is recommended.

Day 2 Jinghong – Menglun

Sightseeing and Activities: Aini Village, rainforest hiking
Accommodation: Menglun Town
Meals:Breakfast and Lunch

In the morning, drive to Aini Village which is located in a mysterious tropical rainforest. Aini people is one branch of Hani people. The village is abundant with vegetables, fruits, birds, flowers and animals. Take part in the rainforest climbing race to challange yourself. Have your lunch in the forest – rainforest feast.

After lunch, start your rainforest hiking tour with local adults lead you the way and protect you from dangers. Along your way, you can catch some crabs and fish in the stream, cut some pineapples and pick some tropical fruits to totally have fun in the rainforest.

Have Aini specialties for dinner.

Day 3 Menglun

Sightseeing and Activities: Menglun Botanical Garden
Accommodation: Menglun Town
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

In the morning, drive to Menglun Botanical Garden for natural research. You can explore the raining “rainy tree”,  wormy common nepenthes, crucial strangler, colorful “hanging garden”, taste-changeable fruits, color-changeable flowers, dancing grass and  duly flowering flowers, etc. Have peacock feast for your lunch and have a short break.

Then start your flavor tour — Part 1: learn to distinguish differnt plants by their flavors and get to know several kinds of eating and medicinal plant. Part2: choose one kind of plant to write a growth diary. Have your dinner and relax yourselves in the garden at the late afternoon.

Then, explore the garden at night and back to the hotel.

Day 5 Dai Ethnic Village – Jinghong – Puer – Mojiang

Sightseeing and Activities: Dai Ethnic Village-Jinghong-Puer-Mojiang
Accommodation: Mojiang
Meals: Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner

In the morning, drive to visit Puer Tea Culture Museum and Mohei ancient town. You can stroll on the Ancient Tea Horse Road and Wind-Rain Bridge in the Bixi Ancient Town. Have Simao specialty for lunch in a Hani ethnic village.
After lunch, drive to Mojiang County – the host city of the Internatianl Twins Festival. Have a 1.5-hour rest in the hotel after arrived at Mojiang County.

Then, drive to visit the Sun Square and have dinner in the park. You can also visit the twin well and explore the night sky there.

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Service Included:

• Admission fees for all of the sightseeing spots listed in the itinerary;
• Meals as listed in the itinerary;
• Hotels as listed in the itinerary;
• Private English-speaking tour guide;
• Private vehicle for transfers & sightseeing with skilled driver;
• Service charge & government taxes;
• Luggage transfers between airports and hotels.

Service Excluded:

• Any arrival and departure international airfares or train tickets;
• Chinese visa fees;
• Excess baggage charged by Airlines;
• Single room supplement;
• Tips to guides and drivers;
• Personal expenses and gratuities to service staff;
• Personal travel accident insurance;
• All optional programs.

Basic Introduction

Chinese Name: 思茅区百草根美食文化旅游节
English Name: Grassroots Festival in Simao District, Puer
Location: Simao District, Pu’re

Grassroots Festival during the Dragon Boat Festival is a traditional custom of the people of Pu’er, and it is also one of the most lively and unique festivals for them. During the festival, citizens and visitors from other places can not only enjoy thousands of health-preserving dishes made from mountain herbs in the agritainment venues within and around Simao City but also participate in various colorful folk activities at Sunshine Joy City, including a zongzi-making skill competition, an ecological song and dance performance, a Southeast Asian product exhibition, a guessing game competition, and a beer-drinking contest

Activities:

Dragon Boat Festival Herbal Roots Long Street Banquet: Experience the traditional ‘Herbal Roots Long Street Banquet’ of Pu’er during the Dragon Boat Festival. The Long Street Banquet consists of 12 dishes, of which 5 herbal dish recipes are professionally provided by the Pu’er Institute of Medical Research. The designated business members of the Pu’er Catering Association will prepare these dishes. Each meal is accompanied by medicinal tea and herbal wine, with pricing per person or per table determined based on the cost of ingredients.

Zongzi-Making Competition: Making zongzi is the most important custom during the Dragon Boat Festival. The zongzi-making competition aims to encourage the younger generation not to forget this important national skill.

Traditional Dragon Boat Festival Performances: Themed around the Dragon Boat Festival and ethnic culture, multiple cultural programs will be set up, allowing visitors to enjoy pure local folk songs and dances while tasting delicious food.

“Herbal Roots” Native Medicine Market Street: A “Herbal Roots” native medicine marketplace will be established, with dedicated exhibition booths for local herbal roots cultivation bases. The public will be encouraged to participate widely in the trade of various herbal roots. This platform for the transaction and display of ‘various’ herbal medicines will serve as a demonstration point for promoting and disseminating knowledge about traditional Chinese medicine to the general public.

Chinese Name: 普洱市普洱茶产品交易博览会
English Name: Puer Tea International Expo Fair in Simao District, Puer

Overview:

The Puer City Puer Tea Product Trade Expo is a specialized exhibition focused on the Puer tea industry. This expo brings together Puer tea producers, processors, sellers, and tea culture enthusiasts, aiming to showcase and trade Puer tea products and promote the development and internationalization of the Puer tea industry.

Main Features:

• Exhibition Scope: The expo displays a variety of Puer tea products, including raw tea, ripe tea, tea cakes, tea bricks, and tea-related crafts. The exhibition area also covers tea utensils, packaging, and tea culture products.
• Exhibitors: The event attracts tea enterprises, tea gardens, processing factories, and related supply chain companies from Puer City and other tea-producing regions.
• Trade Negotiations: Provides a professional platform for buyers and sellers to negotiate, sign contracts, and conduct transactions during the expo.
• Tea Culture Activities: The expo features tea ceremonies, cultural lectures, and tea tasting experiences to help visitors understand the history, production process, and cultural significance of Puer tea.

Purpose and Significance:

• Promote Industry Development: Offers a chance for Puer tea companies to showcase and promote their products, facilitating market expansion and brand building.
• Facilitate Internationalization: Attracts international buyers and tea enthusiasts to enhance the global recognition and influence of Puer tea.
• Strengthen Industry Communication: Provides a platform for industry exchange and cooperation, fostering collaboration along the tea industry supply chain.

Event Details:

• Exhibition Dates: The expo is usually held annually at a fixed time, with specific dates and arrangements announced in advance.
• Location: Major exhibition centers or venues within Puer City.
• Exhibitor Registration: Interested exhibitors can register through official channels, with detailed information available on the expo’s official website.

Visitor Information:

• Opening Hours: The expo’s public opening hours and dates will be announced officially.
• Ticket Information: Admission to the expo may require purchasing tickets or registration, with specific ticketing information provided on the official website.
• Transportation Guide: The expo venue will typically offer transportation guidance, including public transit options and parking information.

Summary:

The Puer City Puer Tea Product Trade Expo serves as a crucial platform for the Puer tea industry, facilitating the display and trade of tea products while contributing to the promotion of tea culture and industry development.

The 16th China Yunnan Puer Tea International Expo: Puer City and Jingmai Mountain Special Promotion Event

The 16th China Yunnan Puer Tea International Expo, including a special promotion event for Puer City and Jingmai Mountain, was held with the presence and speech of Yang Zhongxing, Vice Mayor of Puer City.

Yang Zhongxing highlighted that Jingmai Mountain boasts ancient tea forests spanning thousands of acres and is recognized as the world’s first tea-themed World Cultural Heritage site. Puer tea represents the continuation and condensation of the Tea Horse Road culture and is a vital driving force behind Puer’s green development. Looking ahead, Puer City aims to seize the significant opportunity presented by the successful application of the Jingmai Mountain ancient tea forest cultural landscape for World Heritage status. The city will continue to promote the integration and innovative development of tea, tourism, culture, and health, with the goal of creating a billion-dollar industry. Efforts will focus on expanding tea production, improving tea quality, serving tea enterprises with dedication, innovating tea technology, and strengthening tea brands while promoting tea culture.

During the event, four Jingmai Mountain ambassadors provided detailed introductions to the mountain’s popular attractions, tea dining experiences, songs, and tea spaces from four perspectives: “visual, taste, auditory, and sensory.” Tea enterprises presented their Jingmai Mountain tea series products, and the event also featured traditional performances by the Hani and Dai ethnic groups.

Chinese Name:中华普洱茶博览苑-和谐园
English Name: Harmonious Garden of China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden in Puer City

Overview:

The Harmonious Garden, or “和谐园” in Chinese, is a significant site within the China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden. Established as a tribute to the visit of Hu Jintao, then General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, in May 2006, this garden represents both the spirit of harmony and the high-quality cultivation of Puer tea.

Historical Significance:

During his visit, Hu Jintao expressed his concern for ethnic minority regions and outlined a vision to transform the area into a premier tourist destination. His interaction with local tea farmers and participation in tea picking highlighted his deep connection with the region. In honor of his visit and the impact it had on the local community, the tea garden where he picked tea was carefully maintained and named “Harmonious Garden,” symbolizing the good fortune and harmonious relationship between the tea farmers and the region’s leaders.

Features and Characteristics:

• Location and Tea Cultivation: The Harmonious Garden is situated centrally within the exhibition area and is characterized by its terraced tea fields. The garden focuses on enhancing yield and quality through various pruning techniques. Young tea trees are pruned to shape them, while older trees undergo “platform pruning” (台刈), a method that rejuvenates the crown from the base, promoting vigorous growth and improving the overall quality of the tea.
• Tea Varieties: The garden primarily grows the Yunnan large-leaf tea variety. Compared to medium and small-leaf varieties, Yunnan large-leaf tea boasts higher levels of tea polyphenols and catechins, which are crucial for the tea’s color, aroma, and taste, as well as its health benefits, including anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties.
• Flora and Ecology: The garden also features Yunnan’s unique camphor trees, which provide several benefits:
  • Pest Control: The camphor trees emit a distinctive scent when damaged, which repels pests, making them an effective natural pest control measure in organic tea cultivation.
  • Shade and Climate Regulation: The camphor trees offer shade, helping to regulate the microclimate within the tea garden and supporting optimal tea plant growth.
  • Aesthetic Value: The tall camphor trees add to the visual appeal of the garden, enhancing its landscape and ecological design.

Visitor Information:

• Recommended Visit Duration: 10 minutes
• Latitude and Longitude: Longitude 101°5′54.5532″, Latitude 22°38′54.4272″
• Best Photography Location: Entrance Road Bend
• Best Photography Coordinates: Longitude 101°5′54.0888″, Latitude 22°38′53.8908″
• Photography Tips: The entrance archway of the Harmonious Garden provides a simple yet elegant backdrop for photographs. Capture the harmony between people and nature as you enter the garden, focusing on the integration of the natural landscape with the human element.

The Harmonious Garden is a testament to the cultural and historical significance of Puer tea and offers visitors a glimpse into the harmonious relationship between the region’s natural beauty and its tea cultivation practices.

Chinese Name:中华普洱茶博览苑-闲怡居酒店
English Name: Xianyiju Hotel of China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden in Puer City

Overview:

The Xianyiju Hotel, located within the China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden, offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of Puer City’s expansive tea plantations. Situated about 21 kilometers from the city center and 15 minutes from the Sun River National Park, the hotel is conveniently accessible, embodying the golden rule of the hospitality industry: prime location.

Hotel Features:

• Location: Nestled in the middle of a vast tea plantation at an altitude of 1650 meters, surrounded by lush tea gardens and unique Yunnan trees such as camphor, cherry, lamp post trees, and broad-leaf banyans. The hotel enjoys a pleasant climate with year-round mild temperatures, abundant greenery, and high oxygen levels, making it an ideal destination for relaxation and rejuvenation.
• Architecture and Facilities: The Xianyiju Hotel, which began operation in 2008, is designed according to three-star standards. The hotel features garden-style architecture, including two luxurious villas and a main guest room building. The total area is 10 acres with a building area of 1200 square meters, offering 20 exquisitely designed rooms, including standard rooms and a presidential suite. Facilities include a parking lot, tennis court, conference room, game room, and a tea restaurant. The hotel’s design combines classical elegance with modern simplicity, providing a comfortable and clean environment with 24-hour hot water and private bathrooms.
• Climate and Environment: The hotel benefits from a favorable climate with an average annual temperature between 15.3°C and 20.2°C, an annual rainfall of about 1600 mm, and high relative humidity of around 79%. The area experiences mild winters and cool summers with a temperature difference of about 10.2°C. The region’s high oxygen levels, reaching 18,000–22,000 per cubic centimeter, contribute to its reputation as a “green tea garden” and “natural oxygen bar,” perfect for health and relaxation.
• Activities and Experiences:
  • Tea Appreciation: Guests can enjoy the serene environment while savoring the aroma of Puer tea. The tranquil surroundings offer a peaceful escape from city life, with opportunities to witness beautiful sunrises and sunsets over the tea mountains.
  • Camping: For those seeking closer contact with nature, the hotel offers tent camping options. Guests can enjoy the stunning tea garden scenery, fresh air, and the experience of camping under the stars with family or friends.

Visitor Information:

• Recommended Visit Duration: 10 minutes
• Latitude and Longitude: Longitude 101°5′58.938″, Latitude 22°38′49.056″
• Best Photography Location: Entrance Gate
• Best Photography Coordinates: Longitude 101°5′58.632″, Latitude 22°38′49.0488″
• Photography Tips: The entrance gate and surrounding tea gardens provide excellent spots for capturing the picturesque landscape. The early morning and late afternoon light offer the best opportunities for photographing the tea gardens and natural beauty of the area.

The Xianyiju Hotel offers a unique blend of comfort, natural beauty, and tea culture, making it an ideal destination for those seeking relaxation and an immersive experience in Puer’s renowned tea landscapes.

Chinese Name:中华普洱茶博览苑-品鉴园(盛世一品)
English Name: Puer Tea Appreciation Garden of China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden in Puer City

Overview:

The Puer Tea Appreciation Garden, also known as “Shengshi Yipin,” which translates to “Supreme Tea of the Prosperous Era,” embodies two meanings: it signifies a place frequented by high-ranking officials and highlights Puer tea as the premier beverage of today. This garden features architectural styles reminiscent of old Shuangmiu houses from over a century ago, with notable structures including the Ju Rui Pavilion, Xiang Hun Pavilion, and Shui Yue Pavilion. A remarkable feature of the garden is a fossilized branch of an ancient tea tree estimated to be over a hundred million years old. The intricate patterns of the fossil resemble the ancient Tea Horse Road, and its overall shape, when viewed from behind, evokes the image of a tea-picking woman with a bamboo basket, making it a rare and treasured artifact of the China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden.

Highlights:

1. Unique Fossil: The garden houses a one-of-a-kind ancient tea tree fossil, which is a major attraction. Its pattern resembles the winding Tea Horse Road, with clear growth rings and a smooth, lustrous surface. This fossil is considered a treasure of the garden.
2. Historical Architecture: The garden’s buildings are modeled after traditional Shuangmiu house styles, offering visitors a glimpse into historical architecture and tea culture.
3. Tea Tasting Experience: Visitors can sample various types of Puer tea and enjoy traditional tea performances. The garden provides an opportunity to experience the diverse flavors of Puer tea and learn about its significance.

Types of Puer Tea:

• Raw Tea (Sheng Cha): This type of tea is made from raw tea leaves without undergoing the “wet piling” process. The tea undergoes natural fermentation, which is a slow process that can take over ten years. The longer it is aged, the richer and mellower its flavors become, with a lively and vibrant character often referred to as “tea qi.”
• Ripe Tea (Shou Cha): This tea is produced through artificial fermentation and “wet piling,” which speeds up the aging process and reduces bitterness. It is ready for consumption much sooner than raw tea.

Other Yunnan Teas:

• Yunnan Black Tea: Includes Yunnan Gongfu Black Tea and Yunnan Broken Black Tea. Both types use Yunnan large-leaf tea as raw material and are renowned for their rich content of tea polyphenols and high extractable substances. Yunnan Gongfu Black Tea, known for its beautiful appearance and high-quality taste, has gained international acclaim. Yunnan Broken Black Tea has been praised for its excellent quality, comparable to high-grade Assam teas.

Tea Tasting Tips:

1. Appearance: Look for whole, clear leaves in loose or compressed tea. For compressed tea, ensure it is well-formed, such as round cakes.
2. Aroma: Quality tea should have a clean, pleasant fragrance with no musty or off-putting odors.
3. Tea Soup Color: Raw Puer tea should brew to a yellow color. If it turns green, it may indicate improper drying.
4. Taste: Raw tea may initially be bitter but should develop a sweet, chestnut-like aroma over time. Ripe tea should be smooth and mellow.
5. Leaf Bottom: After brewing, raw tea leaves should be yellow-green and full of elasticity, indicating good storage potential and ongoing maturation.

Visitor Information:

• Recommended Visit Duration: 30 minutes
• Latitude and Longitude: Longitude 101°5′58.938″, Latitude 22°38′49.056″
• Best Photography Location: Entrance Gate
• Best Photography Coordinates: Longitude 101°5′58.632″, Latitude 22°38′49.0488″
• Photography Tips: The entrance gate provides an ideal spot for capturing the garden’s distinctive features. Make sure to photograph the ancient tea tree fossil, which is a centerpiece of the garden and symbolizes good fortune.

The Puer Tea Appreciation Garden offers a blend of historical architecture, unique natural artifacts, and rich tea culture, making it a must-visit for tea enthusiasts and cultural explorers.

Chinese Name:中华普洱茶博览苑-茶祖殿
English Name: Tea Ancestor Hall of China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden in Puer City

Overview:

The Tea Ancestor Hall at the China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden is a significant cultural and historical site that honors the deep-rooted connection between tea culture and the diverse ethnic groups of Yunnan. This hall showcases the integration of local ethnic cultures with tea traditions and highlights the evolution of tea history and cultural heritage in the region.

Highlights:

1. Cultural Fusion: The hall offers insights into how various ethnic cultures in Yunnan have merged with tea culture over centuries. It reflects on the essential role of tea in the lives of the region’s people and how it has become integral to their daily existence and traditions.
2. Historical Figures:
   • Payan Leng (帕岩冷): According to the Bulao ethnic group’s historical records, Payan Leng was a prominent leader who, over a thousand years ago, led his people in large-scale tea cultivation in the Lancang Jingmai and Mangjing areas. The tea he cultivated was named “La,” and today, ancient tea gardens still flourish. Every year on the 7th day of the 6th lunar month, the Bulao people hold ceremonies to honor Payan Leng.
   • Lu Yu (陆羽): Known as the “Sage of Tea,” Lu Yu (also known as Lu Yuhongjian) from the Tang Dynasty is famous for authoring the world’s first comprehensive tea book, “The Classic of Tea” (茶经). This work is divided into three volumes, covering various aspects of tea production, preparation, and cultural significance. Although Lu Yu’s book did not include Yunnan as a tea-producing region, his contributions to tea culture are monumental.
3. Tea and Ethnic Culture: The hall emphasizes how tea has permeated various ethnic traditions, becoming a symbol of respect, reverence, and essential life element for many communities. The Tea Ancestor Hall serves as a tribute to the figures who played crucial roles in the discovery and cultivation of tea.

Visitor Information:

• Recommended Visit Duration: 20 minutes
• Latitude and Longitude: Longitude 101°6′0.1332″, Latitude 22°38′51.4752″
• Best Photography Location: Front Plaza of the Tea Ancestor Hall
• Best Photography Coordinates: Longitude 101°5′59.5248″, Latitude 22°38′51.4608″
• Photography Tips: The Tea Ancestor Hall is an elegant traditional-style building, and the best photographs are taken from the front plaza. This elevated vantage point offers a good angle for capturing the exterior of the hall. Indoor photography is not permitted, so focusing on the exterior and the surrounding area is ideal.

The Tea Ancestor Hall provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of tea in Yunnan, celebrating the region’s unique contributions to tea heritage and its deep cultural significance.

Chinese Name:中华普洱茶博览苑-普洱茶制作坊
English Name: Puer Tea Processing Workshop of China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden in Puer City

The Puer Tea Processing Workshop at the China Puer Tea Exhibition Garden offers an immersive experience into the art of Puer tea production. Visitors not only have the opportunity to sample Puer tea and watch the tea-making process but can also participate in tea picking activities and enjoy traditional tea mountain culture.

Experience Highlights:

• Tea Picking and Cultural Activities: Visitors can engage in tea picking, experiencing traditional mountain songs sung by local tea farmers as they work. This activity reflects the harmony between work and leisure typical of tea culture.
• Tea Production Process: The workshop allows you to explore the entire tea-making process, from picking to pressing. Traditional Puer tea is pressed into cakes for easy transportation, and you can even participate in pressing your own commemorative tea cake or brick.
• Traditional vs. Modern Methods: The workshop demonstrates both traditional and modern tea processing methods. Traditional methods involve manual steps, while modern techniques use machinery to improve efficiency and reduce contamination.
  • Green Tea Production: Picking — Withering — Fixing (Kill Green) — Rolling — Drying — Pressing into cakes.
  • Ripe Tea Production: Picking — Withering — Fixing (Kill Green) — Rolling — Drying — Piling (Fermentation) — Pressing into cakes.

Tea Production Steps:

1. Picking: Generally involves picking one bud and two leaves, or one bud and one leaf, to ensure high-quality tea. Some varieties use slightly older leaves for a richer flavor after aging.
2. Withering: Tea leaves are placed in a shaded, ventilated area to naturally dehydrate, avoiding direct sunlight.
3. Fixing (Kill Green): This step involves heating the leaves to stop enzymatic oxidation. It can be done manually or with machines, with temperatures not exceeding 60°C.
4. Rolling: The leaves are rolled to break down cell walls, which can be done by hand or with a rolling machine.
5. Drying: Puer tea is traditionally sun-dried to preserve active compounds and ensure proper fermentation during aging.
6. Pressing: Traditional methods use stone mills to press the tea into cakes, though modern machines can also be used.
7. Piling (Fermentation): The tea is placed on fermentation beds where it is regularly watered and turned to facilitate controlled aging. This step requires expertise.

Tea Aging:

Puer tea improves with age, and its flavor evolves over time. Known for its aging potential, Puer tea can be stored for years and often becomes more aromatic and flavorful. This characteristic makes Puer tea a popular choice for gifts, as it offers a unique taste experience when consumed years later.

Visitor Information:

• Recommended Visit Duration: 1.5 hours
• Latitude and Longitude of the Attraction: Longitude 101°5′55.3308″, Latitude 22°38′54.4272″
• Best Photography Location: Tea Picking Experience Area Entrance
• Best Photography Coordinates: Longitude 101°5′54.5388″, Latitude 22°38′55.788″
• Best Photography Position Description: The best photography spot is at the entrance to the tea picking experience area. From here, you can capture the tea workshop buildings set amidst the tea gardens and, if visiting in the morning, the sunrise can also be beautifully captured.

The Puer Tea Processing Workshop provides a deep dive into the tradition and craftsmanship of tea making, making it an enriching visit for tea enthusiasts and those interested in cultural heritage.

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