Tengchong | You'll Regret Not Planning Your Trip!

You'll Regret Not Planning Your Trip! 👋 Coming to Tengchong but overwhelmed by the many attractions? Don't worry, this guide will help you explore all the highlights! Tourist Attractions: 1️⃣ Heshun Ancient Town🏘️ 📍 Heshun Town, Tengchong 🌱 A century-old village on the Southwest Silk Road, deeply influenced by Central Plains culture, offering a traditional atmosphere that takes you back in time. 2️⃣ Tengchong Hot Sea🔥 📍 Liujiazhai, Qingshui Township, Tengchong 💦 Features the famous Hot Sea Boiling Pool and one of Yunnan's "Eighteen Oddities" - eggs sold on strings! Don't miss this unique experience! 3️⃣ Volcanic Geothermal Park🌋 📍 Mazhan Township, Tengchong 🎈 One of China's four major volcanic groups. Take a hot air balloon ride for a thrilling panoramic view of the volcanic cluster! 4️⃣ Beihai Wetland🌊 📍 Shuanghai Village, Beihai Township 🌿 Yunnan's only national wetland reserve, featuring a plateau volcanic barrier lake ecosystem. Escape city noise and enjoy peaceful natural beauty. 5️⃣ Ginkgo Village🍂 📍 Ancient Ginkgo Village, Jiangdong, Gudong Town 🍁 Over 3,000 ginkgo trees decorating farmhouse courtyards. In late autumn, the golden leaves create a breathtaking scene! 6️⃣ Gaoligong Mountain🏔️ 📍 Across Nujiang Prefecture, Tengchong 🌄 A key part of the Three Parallel Rivers World Natural Heritage site. The majestic Gaoligong Mountain offers stunning natural beauty. 7️⃣ Dieshuihe Scenic Area🌊 📍 Baofeng Road, Tengchong 💧 Part of the Irrawaddy River system, featuring converging streams and spectacular waterfall views. 8️⃣ Yunfeng Mountain⛰️ 📍 Yunfeng Mountain Scenic Area, Ruidian Township, Tengchong 🌄 Mist-shrouded peaks resembling jade bamboo shoots reaching into the sky, offering breathtaking views. 9️⃣ Angsana Hot Spring Village♨️ 📍 Mayugu Hot Spring Town, Beihai Township 🛁 Beautiful scenery with mountains and waters, excellent hot spring quality for a relaxing soak. 🚗 Transportation Guide ✈️ Hump Airport: Tengchong's only airport, check for direct flights from your location. 🚌 Bus: No high-speed rail in Tengchong. Take high-speed rail to Baoshan Station then transfer to bus for Tengchong. 🚌 Baoshan to Tengchong: About 2.5 hours, CNY 45-83/person 🚙 City Transportation Major attractions are relatively concentrated. For 2-3 people, ride-hailing is recommended. For 4-6 people, consider hiring a car (CNY 300/day). [🥪 Tengchong Food Guide] ✅ Tengchong Rice Noodles: Local specialty made from rice, with nearly 400 years of history ✅ Termite Mushroom with Free-range Chicken: Famous dish featured on "A Bite of China" ✅ Ginkgo with Free-range Chicken: Ginkgo Village's signature dish ✅ Stir-fried Rice Cake: Also called "Da Jiujia," delicious with preserved meat ✅ Copper Pot Beef: Also known as "Fire Ladle Beef," cooked in charcoal-heated copper ladles ✅ Bean Jelly Soup: Must-try local specialty ✅ Local Hot Pot: Also called "Guozi Ya," Tengchong-style hot pot ✅ Cold Bean Jelly and Pea Noodles: Try the scratched bean jelly, pea noodles, and cold rice noodles 🏠 Accommodation in Tengchong ① Heshun Ancient Town Recommended if you plan to explore the ancient town extensively ② Hot Sea Boiling Pool Famous for hot spring hotels but typically expensive and hard to book during peak season. Consider Angsana Hot Spring, Heshun Brilliant Resort, or Lotus Hot Spring during peak season ③ Gaoligong Mountain Guesthouses Highly recommended for hikers - perfect for relaxing in hot springs and enjoying night views after hiking!