Mangshi: The Ultimate Travel Guide → A Healing Journey to a Border Town

🌟Pre-trip Preparations ✅Documents: ID card (required for some border scenic areas) ✅Outfit: Light-colored dresses and ethnic clothing are perfect for taking photos at the gold and silver pagodas. Comfortable sneakers are recommended for sightseeing. ✅Items: Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sun hat are essential as Mangshi enjoys plenty of sunshine. 📸Must-see Attractions 1. Meng Huan Big Golden Pagoda 📍Address: On the banks of Peacock Lake, southeast of Mangshi ✨Highlights: The largest hollow Buddhist pagoda in Asia, its golden body is magnificent and shines brightly in the sun. You can overlook the whole city of Mangshi from the top of the mountain. The light and shadow are stunning at dusk. Remember to take photos of the pagoda with the city in the background. 🎫Tickets: CNY 35 2. Meng Huan Silver Pagoda 📍Address: Xianchi Road, Mangshi ✨Highlights: The pure white tower against the blue sky is like a fairy tale! With its hollow design and layered spires, every photo you take will be Instagram-worthy. It is recommended to visit after 4pm when the light is soft and you can enjoy a romantic sunset. 🎫Tickets: CNY 30 3. One Village, Two Countries 📍Address: Next to Boundary Marker No. 71 on the China-Myanmar border, Mangshi ✨Highlights: A unique village on the China-Myanmar border, the spectacle of "one village spanning two countries" is super interesting! Check in at the Chinese border gate and the Myanmar-style archway. You can also see "one well, two countries" and "one bridge, two countries," and experience the collision of diverse cultures. 🎫Tickets: CNY 30 4. New Play Factory (next to Mengbana Xishuangbanna Wonder Garden) ✨Highlights: The iconic "Mangshi" brick wall is here! There are unique cafes and cultural and creative stores nearby. When you are tired of shopping, you can have a cup of coffee and experience the slow-paced life. 5. Niche White Temple near the Silver Pagoda ✨Highlights: With white Buddha hand sculptures and towering white pagodas, the design is impressive. It's a beautiful place with few people, perfect for taking atmospheric photos. 🍜Mangshi Food Recommendations ✅Dai-style Hand-Grabbed Rice: A variety of special side dishes with fragrant rice, a true taste of ethnic cuisine. ✅Avocado Smoothie: A must-try in Mangshi! Bread, coconut milk, and other ingredients create a rich and sweet flavor. ✅Sapyei: A special Dai snack, sour and spicy, it's addictive after just one try. ✅Burmese Milk Tea: Enjoy a cup at a small shop near the border crossing. It's smooth and rich. 🏠Accommodation Recommendations 🔥Recommended to stay in Mangshi city center: Convenient transportation, close to attractions such as the Big Golden Pagoda and the Silver Pagoda, and you can also visit the night market. 🔥Unique guesthouses: Choose a Dai-style guesthouse with a courtyard for an immersive experience of local culture. 🚗Transportation Guide ✈️External transportation: Fly directly to Mangshi Airport, or fly to Dehong and then take a bus or car. 🚘Local transportation: The attractions are scattered, so it is recommended to take a taxi or rent a car for more freedom. You can also join a local one-day tour group for a hassle-free experience. Mangshi, a border town full of exotic charm, has both sacred pagodas and delicious food. Slow down and enjoy a healing time here.