For many people who don't travel often, Xishuangbanna may still be a relatively unfamiliar place, and some people even mistakenly think it is abroad. In fact, Xishuangbanna is located in China's Yunnan Province and is one of the eight autonomous prefectures in Yunnan Province. This land was called "Mengbaranaxi" in the ancient Dai language, which means "ideal and magical paradise".
From my recent trip to Xishuangbanna, I have summarized some personal feelings, and I hope these suggestions will be helpful to all of you who are about to go.
Accommodation: Choosing accommodation is a priority when traveling to other places, and convenience and proximity to scenic spots are the first points to choose accommodation. Before I was ready to go to Xishuangbanna, I browsed some travel tips from my own **.
At that time, almost all of them were recommending the village because of its convenient transportation and close proximity to the Starlight Night Market. However, it should be noted that the vast majority of Gaozhuang are Internet celebrity homestays, and star-rated hotels are relatively rare. In addition, some large domestic chain express hotels are also there.
However, it is best to communicate with the merchant in advance when choosing accommodation, because the quality of hotels in the Gaozhuang area is uneven, and some even have poor sanitary conditions.
Attractions & Shopping:
In Xishuangbanna, the Starlight Night Market is a must-see. Due to the marketing on the Internet, many people have high expectations for the Starlight Night Market. But the Starlight Night Market is actually just a night market, and when you actually go in, you will find that it is just a night market with a bit of Dai style, so don't expect too much from it.
Therefore, if you go to the Starlight Night Market, you should first lower your expectations and treat it as an ordinary night market, and maybe there will be some surprises.
The Starlight Night Market is mainly about seeing the local customs, and when it comes to shopping, the Starlight Night Market is not the most ideal choice. At the night market, you will find very few locals, except for some who do business, and the others are mainly tourists from all over the country.
If you really want to shop at the Starlight Night Market, you must bargain and say important things three times. Shopping in scenic spots** is usually elevated, so don't be afraid to lose face, haggling is essential, otherwise you may become a big wrongdoer.
Manting Park is a good choice, the greenery of this park is very well done, and the architecture is also unique. Especially at night, Manting Park is a must-see attraction, so friends who go to Xishuangbanna, remember to go to Manting Park for a visit. In addition, there are bonfires and shows at Manting Park, and low-cost tickets can be found at nearby travel agencies.
If you like plants, the Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences is also a place worth visiting, with impressive greenery and architecture. At the same time, if you want to shop, Mandiu is a cost-effective option, and the goods here are relatively cheaper.
Wild Elephant Valley and Primeval Forest Park are personal interests, the former I didn't go because I am more resistant to animal performances, while the latter is mainly based on the Jungle Flying Project. This needs to be decided according to personal interests, and interested friends can learn more about it.
Food: In Xishuangbanna, you might as well try the local specialty Manfeilong roast chicken, which tastes pretty good. As for restaurant recommendations, Hello Igloo is a place worth trying. Their fried rice, Mianmian ice, banana jelly, and tofu dipped in water are all quite distinctive.
In addition, Manting's ice powder is also a local specialty, a little rose sauce with cold shrimp and ice powder, you can try it.
Conclusion: Overall, for those who are about to go to Xishuangbanna, it is recommended to moderately lower your expectations before you go. It's not that Xishuangbanna isn't fun, I personally think it's still a must-see place for tourists.
However, in this Internet age, marketing is often greater than products, and a lot of information on the Internet is not completely credible. Therefore, when you go to the scenic spot, you can lower your expectations for the scenic spot and avoid the emotional gap due to high expectations.
In the end, no matter where you go, travel is about discovering and experiencing, not just chasing so-called influencer attractions. I hope you can leave good memories and discover different customs and customs during your trip to Xishuangbanna. Wishing you all a pleasant journey full of surprises!
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