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Samuel KingsleyUnited States

Experience a Golden Fairytale World!

⛱️Must-see attractions: 1. Ginkgo Core Area Ginkgo Avenue: Highlight: Ginkgo trees on both sides shade the sky, and fallen leaves cover the road like a golden carpet. Things to do: The soft light in the early morning or evening is perfect for taking photos. Ancient Ginkgo Trees: Recommended: There are many ancient trees in the village that are hundreds of years old. Their huge crowns are perfect for photos. 2. Village Culture Farmhouses: Things to do: Visit villagers' homes and experience picking and drying ginkgo nuts. Recommended: Try ginkgo nut stewed chicken and ginkgo tea. Handicrafts: Recommended: Ginkgo leaf bookmarks and ginkgo nut bracelets, CNY 10–20/piece. 3. Photography Guide Best Locations: The middle section of Ginkgo Avenue, where the light penetrates the leaves, creating a strong sense of layering. High points in the village, overlooking the panoramic view of the golden village. Shooting Techniques: Use a wide-angle lens to capture the panorama and a telephoto lens to highlight details. When the morning mist lingers, the ginkgo village looks like a fairyland. 🍜Food Guide: 1. Local Specialties Ginkgo Nut Stewed Chicken: A Tengchong specialty dish, nourishing and healthy, CNY 50 per person. Da Jiu Jia: Tengchong bait kuai (rice cakes) stir-fried with eggs, a dish said to have saved the Yongli Emperor, CNY 10/serving. Xi Dou Fen: Pea flour boiled into a paste, served with youtiao (fried dough sticks) or bait kuai, CNY 5/bowl. 2. Snacks and Drinks Ginkgo Tea: Made from ginkgo leaves, fragrant and sweet, CNY 10/cup. Roasted Ginkgo Nuts: Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, CNY 5/skewer. 🏨Accommodation Guide: 1. Inside Ginkgo Village Farm Stays: Recommended: Ginkgo Family (clean and simple, CNY 100/night per person). Boutique Guesthouses: Recommended: Under the Ginkgo Tree (courtyard-style guesthouse, CNY 200/night). 2. Tengchong City High-end: Banyan Tree Tengchong (hot spring hotel, approx. CNY 1,000/night). Cost-effective: Heshun Ancient Town Guesthouses (CNY 150/night per person). 🚄Transportation Guide: 1. How to Get There From Tengchong: Self-drive: Tengchong City → Ginkgo Village (approx. 40 mins, 30 km). Car rental: Rent a car from Tengchong to Ginkgo Village (round trip approx. CNY 200). Bus: Tengchong Bus Station → Gudong Town (ticket price CNY 15, 1 hr) → taxi to Ginkgo Village (10 mins). From Dali/Lijiang: Bus: Dali/Lijiang → Tengchong (6–8 hrs, ticket price CNY 150) → transfer to Ginkgo Village. 2. Transportation within the Scenic Area Walking: The roads in the village are narrow and suitable for walking. Electric Car: From the village entrance to the core scenic area (CNY 10/person), suitable for the elderly or families with children. 💗Other Tips: Clothing Suggestions: There is a large temperature difference between morning and evening in autumn, so bring a light jacket; wear comfortable shoes (stone roads in the village). Sun and Mosquito Protection: The plateau has strong ultraviolet rays, so bring a hat and sunscreen; there are few mosquitoes in autumn, so mosquito repellent is not necessary. Travel Light: There is a lot of walking in the village, so it is recommended to bring a backpack (with water and snacks). Eco-friendly Travel: Please take your trash with you and protect the village environment.
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Posted: Mar 11, 2025
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