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Mengwo Buddha Temple
Mengwo Zongfo Temple is located in Ailao Mountain, Jinggu County, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province. It is a very small Buddhist temple, which can be said to be the religious center of Jinggu. It has not been over-developed, making the Buddhist temple relatively clean, and the tree-wrapped tower is very characteristic. It is a place for local people to chant sutras and relax. There are monks and believers in the temple chanting sutras and worshipping Buddha. In the backyard, the melons and fruits of the fields planted by the monks themselves are lush and green, which makes people feel at ease.Jinggu · 759m from downtown
Jinggu Mangka Hot Spring
Mangka Hot Spring is located in Jinggu, a "natural oxygen bar" with a forest coverage rate of 74.7% and zero PM. The Weiyuan River flows through the area, with green mountains on both sides and virgin forests on top. The Southern Buddhism believed by the Dai people flourished here, creating a true "green Buddhist country". When you arrive at Jinggu Mangka Hot Spring, you will feel the beautiful scenery that blends with nature, giving you a comfortable experience and a sense of security. The health management system and the activity of the hot spring complement each other, making it a good place for people to relax.Jinggu · 11.4km from downtown
Dianchi Lake
Dianchi Lake is also called Kunming Lake. It is the sixth largest freshwater lake in China. It has the nickname of "Sparkling Pearl Embedded in a Highland". The lake is wide and spectacular. Every winter, a large flock of red-billed gulls migrate here from Siberia, making it a good place for bird watching and bird feeding. There are different ways to explore Dianchi lake. You can stroll around the lake, cycle, or ride a boat. You can also climb up to the Dragon Gate overlooking Dianchi Lake to get a better view of the entire lake.China · Kunming
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
The Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences is located in Yilun Town, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna. The park is divided into two parts: the eastern area and the western area. The West District is the main attraction. It includes more than 20 specialized botanic gardens. The “Exotic Flower Garden" is the most popular among tourists. Eastern District is a large area of old-growth tropical rain forest. Most areas are paved with viewing trails, suitable for travelers who enjoy hiking.China · Mengla
Manting Imperial Garden
Manting Imperial Garden is located in southeastern Jinghong, Yunnan Province. This natural village-style park is also the oldest urban park in Xishuangbanna. At Manting Imperial Garden, travelers can explore the vine plant area and peacock garden to see diverse flora and fauna, admire the charming Dai and Thai-style architecture, and enjoy ethnic minority song and dance performances in the evening.China · Jinghong
Mangyu Grand Canyon
Mangyu Grand Canyon is located in Jinggu County and is named after a nearby village called Mangyu. The valley is densely vegetated, with a lush canopy, and is home to a wide variety of trees and shrubs. The valley floor is a riverbed covered with various unique boulders. During the dry season, the water level is low, and the river is clear and serene.Jinggu · 10.4km from downtown
Wild Elephant Valley
Wild Elephant Valley is located in Jinghong, Xishuangbanna, where Asian wild elephants frequently visit, hence the name. Coming here, you can watch elephant performances and explore the tropical rainforest. The attraction features a winding walking trail over 4,000 meters long through the rainforest, where you can stroll and experience the atmosphere. Along the trail, you can see rare tropical plants and traces of wild elephants like footprints and dung. If lucky, you might even spot herds of wild elephants wandering through the forest. There are daily elephant shows near the south gate of the attraction, where adorable elephants interact with staff in a spectacular display. Getting up close with these well-trained elephants for a safe and fun encounter is also a great experience. Near the south gate, you can also visit Wild Elephant Valley - Bird Park and Wild Elephant Valley - Butterfly Garden. Exiting Wild Elephant Valley - Bird Park, there is an approx. 920 m elevated walkway leading to the Asian Elephant Museum, where you can see elephant skeleton specimens and learn about elephants, with scenic views along the way.China · Jinghong
Dongfengyun Scenic Area
Mile's “Dongfengyun” town is a characteristic town with cultural tourism, health care and art as its core. The tens of thousands of acres of vineyards and hundreds of acres of lavender fields Souvenir the Attraction add color to the town. All year round, there are flowers in full bloom in spring, evergreen trees in summer, yellow ginkgo trees in autumn, and quiet and peaceful things in winter. Play in the charm of Dongfeng, flower field windmills, lakeside trails, and special-shaped buildings, bringing you a visual feast of art. Sculptor Luo Xu took the red soil from this plateau and used the red bricks from this land to implant unique-style buildings into the original landforms, and built a group of red brick art buildings in various shapes. The kaleidoscope displays the only two sets of "Thousands of Chorus Pottery Figurines" in the world, and the Half Cloud Art Living Room creates a Zen and quiet Refreshment environment. International Art Center, Agricultural Reclamation Museum, Flower Hill, Seal Workshop... Here, architecture tells stories and art conveys emotions. Eat at Dongfengyun, where the Seal Shop and Cultural and Creative Market, which combine local snacks from Mile, bring you a food carnival. Stay at Dongfengyun, MGallery Art Hotel, with 5 different themes to meet your business, administration, parent-child, vacation, and honeymoon needs; Niuduoluo Music Farm, takes you into a different rural life; Art Inn, with modern intelligent technology, allows you to experience the butler-style immersive stay experience cared for by artificial intelligence. Here, life becomes poetry, allowing time to flow slowly in the poetry and paintings of art, and allowing the soul to rest quietly in the long river of years. The wind rises, the clouds fall, wine is consumed among the flowers, and life is filled with the rare charm of the east wind.China · Mile
Rehai Scenic Area
You will see hot springs everywhere at Tengchong Thermal Sea Scenic Area. As soon as you come in, the “Hot Sea Giant Boiling Pot” - a round geothermal pool that can hard-boil eggs - will catch your eye. You will see many geyser vents as you make your way around the path that rings the inside of the park. The Yugu Hot Springs within the scenic area offer more than 20 open-air and semi-enclosed bathing pools. The Meinu Hot Springs offer multiple open-air bathing pools, cavern pools, and large swimming pools. Accommodation is available within the Tengchong Hot Sea Geothermal Scenic Area, where you can relax in a private hot spring in your room.China · Tengchong
Cangshan Mountain
Cangshan Mountain, also called Diancangshan Mountain, is located on the west side of the Erhai Lake in Dali. It's scenery is spectacular and it is one of the four scenic spots of Dali. The main peak of the mountain is snowy all year round and the mountain is often shrouded in clouds. You can take the cablecar up the mountain or walk up the mountain. After ascending the Cangshan Mountain, you can overlook the beautiful Erhai Lake and Dali Ancient City.China · Dali City
Free things to do in Jinggu
Mengwo Buddha Temple
Jinggu · 759m from downtownDianchi Lake
China · KunmingMangyu Grand Canyon
Jinggu · 10.4km from downtown
Pu'er Tea Horse Ancient Road Relic Park
Pu'er · 80km from Jinggu
Erhai Lake
China · Dali City
Olives Dam
China · Jinghong
Yunnan Provincial Museum
China · Kunming
Dali Ancient City
China · Dali City
Xizhou
China · Dali City
What travellers say about Jinggu
chueng52621 March 2023
5.0
Mengwo General Buddhist Temple is located in Weiyuan Town, Jinggu Dai and Yi Autonomous County, Pu'er City. Jinggu County was formerly known as "Mengwo". In Dai language, "Meng" means place, and it is also the place where Sakyamuni visited and left his footprints. "Wo" means well, which means a place with salt wells. Since the Dai people generally believe in Theravada Buddhism, numerous Buddhist temples, including Mengwo General Buddhist Temple, have also become places for local people to worship and pray. It is said that the believers who come here to pray are very effective. Next to it is the famous tree-wrapped pagoda.
Mengwo Buddha Temple
圣彼得堡之梦7 June 2023
5.0
A hot spring with a very high cost performance ratio, suitable for a family trip.
Jinggu Mangka Hot Spring
Anonymous user14 October 2026
5.0
Location: Haigeng Park/No. 16 Hubin Road ↔ Xishan Longmen (West Mountain Dragon Gate), not near the old street, you have to go to the Dianchi Lake area.
Experience: Crossing the lake + climbing the mountain, about 20 minutes one way, views of Dianchi Lake, Sleeping Beauty Mountain, and city scenery, great for taking photos.
Ticket Price: One way about 59-60 RMB, round trip about 98-100 RMB.
Advantages: Easy for lazy people to climb West Mountain, no climbing required, unique views; seagulls in winter.
Disadvantages: Stops during strong winds/thunderstorms; long queues during peak season; separate ticket/walking required for Longmen after climbing the mountain; don't confuse with the "Xishan Longmen Cableway".
Conclusion: First time in Kunming, taking the Dianchi-Xishan route → worth it; if just exploring the old street → not worth a special trip.
Dianchi Lake
plp8900197223 October 2026
5.0
Director Zhou Zhou's warm and attentive service to the elderly, along with her detailed and humorous explanations, made our trip to the Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden very enjoyable. A worry-free trip to Xishuangbanna, making travel with seniors safe and secure.
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
willie25324 October 2026
5.0
The folk custom theater performance was alright and educational. The bonfire party initially seemed unremarkable; I kept wondering when the bonfire would be lit and I almost left, but the climax came at the end, so overall it was still quite good.
Manting Imperial Garden
M53***476 September 2024
5.0
Free attraction. Closed in September. We picked up a few mangoes in the parking lot and ate them pickled.
Mangyu Grand Canyon
路遥心更遥26 October 2026
5.0
This is a great place for parents with children.
If you're going alone, focus on the elephant show and performances.
Because if you go from the high-altitude wooden walkway, you might not be able to see the elephants.
My favorite parts were their small theater and the elephant show.
Also, the elephant feeding experience.
The highway is blocking the way, but the scenery is decent.
Overall, as a 4A scenic area, it needs to add more entertainment value.
Wild Elephant Valley
189***1223 October 2026
4.0
It's nice for taking photos and checking in, but not so much for leisurely sightseeing. A few of the exhibition halls were quite nice. What I don't understand is that the shuttle bus is still a gasoline-powered vehicle, and there was a really unpleasant smell in the back.
Dongfengyun Scenic Area
小旭091324 October 2026
5.0
The shuttle bus is convenient, with two stops on the way there. After getting off at the first stop, you need to walk another 2.5 kilometers to reach the Big Boiling Pot. The second stop takes you directly to the main attraction. I recommend getting off at the first stop; it's less tiring, so you can stroll around and experience it at your own pace. However, there's really no need to buy eggs or soak in the hot springs! It's extremely poor value for money!
Rehai Scenic Area
Carreair21 October 2026
5.0
The Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake scenic area is incredibly beautiful on a sunny day. The cable car station seems to be accessible only by taxi, but taxis in Dali are relatively inexpensive and convenient. Note that there's still a walk up the cable car, which some people might find a bit tiring. Overall, it's very cost-effective.
Cangshan Mountain
