Information about Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture

Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture is located at the southernmost tip of Yunnan Province, the capital of Jinghong, bordering Laos and Myanmar, with an altitude of only 553 meters. Total area 1.97 million square kilometers. The population is more than 830,000, including Dai, Hani, Lahu, Bulang, Jino and Wa. Among them, the Dai people account for about 35% of the state's population.

Quanzhou belongs to the southernmost part of the longitudinal valley of Hengduan Mountain, with Wuliangshan remnant vein in the east and Nvshan remnant vein in the west. The two mountains are separated by the Lancang River, and the terrain inclines from north to south, gradually spreading to the east and west wings, showing a broom-like distribution. Jinghong is the central city of Xishuangbanna, with Peacock Lake and Man Ting Park in the urban area. In the suburbs, there are Menglun Tropical Botanical Garden, Wild Elephant Valley, subtropical scenery on both sides of Lancang River, Jingzhen Octagonal Pavilion, Mangemen Temple, Mengbang Reservoir, Nannuoshan Tea Tree, Jinuoshan Village and Ainizhai. Especially along the Lancang River (Mekong River), the scenery is changeable, with rugged peaks, birds singing and birds singing, green mountains and green waters and beautiful scenery.

Quanzhou is located in the northern edge of the tropics, with a warm and humid climate. It is hot and rainy in summer without heat, warm and foggy in winter, calm and less cold, and there is no snow in history. Most areas are frost-free all year round, and the four seasons are not obvious, including dry season and rainy season. It is lush and colorful, and is known as the "animal kingdom" and "plant kingdom". Rich in tropical crops such as rice, sugarcane, rubber, spices and fruits, it is the second largest rubber base in China.

Every year in June of the Dai calendar (that is, April 13- 15), the Dai people hold a grand water-splashing festival on the banks of the Lancang River. There are many tourists from all over the country, and the atmosphere is very warm and full of ethnic customs. National Highway 2 14, from Kunming to Rhoda, is connected by highway. Xishuangbanna Airport is an international port airport, and Yunjinghong is a national port on the Lancang River with convenient transportation.

National Customs:

Xishuangbanna is inhabited by Dai, Jinuo, Bulang, Hani (Wa), Yao and Lahu 13 ethnic groups, among which Dai is the main ethnic group, accounting for about 35% of the state's population and about 300,000 people. National customs have their own characteristics, especially Dai people's customs and religious beliefs, which have been attracting many Chinese and foreign tourists to visit, travel and sightseeing for many years.

Dai nationality: It is a "nation of love the water". All people believe in Hinayana Buddhism, and have always regarded peacocks and elephants as mascots. There are three main festivals: the closing festival (in the middle of July in the lunar calendar), the opening festival (in the middle of December in the lunar calendar) and the Dai New Year (that is, the water splashing festival). Common holiday activities include packet loss, promotion, dragon boat race and so on.

Packet loss is a traditional way for young Dai people to choose objects and find bosom friends. Whenever the new year comes, the girls will make diamond-shaped cloth bags filled with cottonseed and hold activities in the packet loss field. The first stage is littering, and people who can't find their bags need to give each other flowers or souvenirs; In the second stage, he throws the bag at the right person. If the other person catches it, it means that he likes her, too. Then he quits the activity and whispers.

Goldman Sachs is a rocket made of bamboo and gunpowder. It is about two or three meters long and can fly a thousand meters high. Dai people believe that whoever flies high will bring good luck to him and his stockade.

Jinuo: Jinuo is a unique ethnic group in Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna, and it is also the last recognized ethnic group in China. "Keno" is a self-proclaimed ethnic group, which means a nation that respects my uncle. Mainly living in Jinuo Township, Jinghong City, with a population of nearly 20,000. Jinuo 15-year-old girls and 16-year-old boys will have a unique rite of passage to change their clothes and hairstyles. Kot Festival is the biggest festival of Jino people in a year.

Bulang people: Bulang people mainly live in Brown Mountain, Xiding Mountain and Badashan Mountain in Menghai County, and there are also a few villages in Jinghongshan Township. Engaged in mountain agriculture, planting upland rice, believing in primitive religion and Hinayana Buddhism, most men have tattoo customs, similar to the Dai people.

Hani people: The Hani people in Xishuangbanna call themselves "Wa people", which are divided into "Jian" and "Ping", with a population of 6.5438+0.5 million, and are distributed all over the state. Only language has no words, but oral literature is rich, and it is good at arranging generations, discussing genera, generations and talking about genealogy. According to the calculation of elders, there are 55 generations of descendants. "Father and son have the same name" is a major feature of Hani naming. They still retain the ancient and interesting custom of "robbing relatives".

Yao nationality: The Yao nationality in Xishuangbanna is called "indigo Yao", which is named after growing indigo, dyeing and weaving blue cloth, and liking to wear blue clothes. Mainly living in Mamushu Township, Yaoqu District, Mengla County and Wang Meng Township, Jinghong City. The population exceeds 15000. Language, no words. Yao women are good at picking flowers, brocade, weaving, embroidery and batik, especially batik T-shirts, which are very popular among young tourists.

Traffic guide:

1, aviation:

Xishuangbanna Airport is 5 kilometers away from Jinghong City. The route from Kunming to Xishuangbanna is 520 kilometers, the flight time is 45 minutes, and the one-way fare is 520 yuan. There are 6- 10 flights every day, which is the highest flight density in China. Xishuangbanna Airport has also opened flights to Dali (470km), Lijiang (480km), Shanghai (2492km), Guangzhou (1796km), Beijing (2668km) and Tianjin (26465438). 1022km was opened to Bangkok, Thailand in April, 1996, making it the second largest air port in Yunnan after Kunming.

Banna Civil Aviation Ticket Office: Jinghong Minzu South Road 069 1-2 124774.

2. Highway:

Kunming-Jinghong City, the capital of Xishuangbanna Prefecture, has a mileage of 692 kilometers in expressway. There are many sleeper day and night buses and ordinary day and night buses at major passenger stations every day; The journey takes 20-24 hours, and the fare is about 1 10- 150 yuan.

Jinghong-Shimonoseki: 76 1 km, twice a day.

Jinghong-Baoshan: 747 kilometers, with sleeper and CMB every day.

Jinghong-Simao: 163 km, with multiple buses every day;

Jinghong-Mojiang: 367 kilometers, with sleeper every day;

Jinghong-Jiangcheng; 260 kilometers, there are buses every day;

Jinghong-Pu 'er: 212km, 3 buses a day;

Jinghong-Mengla: 173 km, with multiple buses every day;

Jinghong-Rhoda: 134 km, with multiple buses every day;

Jinghong-Mengsai: 394 kilometers, daily, international shuttle bus;

Jinghong-Nanta (Laos): 346 kilometers, once a day, international shuttle bus.

Jinghong Bus Station: Jinghong North Road 069 1-2 124427.

3. Waterway:

Jinghong Port is a water transport port, and now it has opened an international water transport route to Vientiane, Laos. Passenger and cargo transportation has been successful many times from the Lancang River to the upper reaches of the Mekong River. Olive dam and Guanlei wharf are under construction.

Waterway route of Xishuangbanna Shipping Company of Lancang River: Jinghong Garan North Road 0691-2126901.

In addition, all tourist attractions and parks from Jinghong to Quanzhou can buy tickets at the bus station, and the fares are in accordance with state regulations, so don't worry. But if you don't get on the bus at the station, be careful to bargain with the driver.

The starting price of urban taxis in 7 yuan is all metered.

Xishuangbanna self-help raiders

On the first afternoon or evening, fly from Kunming to Banna (fare 520 yuan/Zhang, no discount, Boeing 737). It takes about 50 minutes to fly in the air, and you will arrive at Jinghong, the state capital of Banna. Take the shuttle bus from the airport to Jinghong. There are also many ordinary sleeping cars from Kunming to Jinghong, and the fare is about 120 yuan. It takes 20 hours to travel day and night. It's a long way to go in Xiu Yuan, but the journey is fortunate. Banna has a hot and humid climate, so you should choose a hotel with better conditions, preferably a hotel with air-conditioned hot water. The price is 150-200 yuan/room.

The next day, take the shuttle bus (fare 10-20 yuan) to Menglun Tropical Botanical Garden. On the way, you can taste fresh and delicious tropical fruits and see patches of Dai villages. Tickets for Menglun Botanical Garden 35 yuan, with many plants and a large area. If you don't want to get lost, you'd better ask A Dai "Sao Li Duo" (meaning girl) to be a tour guide at the gate, at 40 yuan's expense. There are many scenic spots in the botanical garden, so it is necessary to prepare enough films. The stall at the door is selling seedlings and seeds of various tropical plants. If you are interested, you can buy some as a souvenir. After returning to Jinghong City, you can taste authentic Dai snacks, such as citronella grilled fish, bamboo rice and Mi Nan, with unique flavor.

On the third day, I took a one-day trip to China and Myanmar. The scenic spots were: the octagonal pavilion in Jingzhen, the boundary pillar between China and Myanmar, the sleeping Buddha, the peace tower, the anti-drug museum, the market in Mengla, Myanmar, and the single-tree forest. Note: Because of the long route, many scenic spots and many exits, it is difficult for individuals to travel by themselves. It is recommended to participate in the "One-Day Tour of China and Myanmar" organized by local travel agencies, and the price is about/person in 200 yuan (including tour guide service, bus fare, meals, tickets, leaving the country and other expenses). You must sign a formal travel contract when you join the group.

On the fourth day, I rented a car in the city to go to Wild Elephant Valley Forest Park, and the price was about 50-80 yuan. Wild Elephant Valley attracts many tourists with its unique primeval forest landscape and wild elephants in Asia. Tickets to 25 yuan are available. There are wildlife observation stations, butterfly farms and elephant training performances in the park. You have to pay 30 yuan for cable car sightseeing. In the afternoon, I will return to Jinghong, walk to the ethnic customs park, get tickets to 20 yuan, and attend the enthusiastic Water-splashing Festival in the park, which will be unforgettable. Man Ting Park is located opposite the National Customs Park. If you are interested, you can visit the park. Tickets 10 yuan. Return to Kunming by plane in the evening.

Special note: Xishuangbanna has a hot climate, and the best tourist season is February-June and10-February every year. Banna is a border area. You need to apply for a border pass to go to Banna (you can apply for it at the Municipal Public Security Bureau and the airport with your ID card, 10 yuan/person).