[2025 Menglian Attraction] Travel Guide for Menglian Xuanfu Department Office (Updated Mar)

A road trip in Yunnan led me to an unexpected paradise, Menglian! I was driving from Xishuangbanna to Pu'er and planned to go to Lincang from Pu'er. I passed a county called Menglian, which has an ancient town called Nayun. There is also a park called Three Mountains and One River in the ancient town, which is very beautiful. This is the hometown of avocados, but unfortunately, I didn't buy any. I saw some avocados that were ready to be shipped, so I went to the nearby farmers' market to buy some. However, I lost interest when I saw the avocados in the market, so I still don't know what they taste like! Then I went to Nayun Ancient Town and found several Buddhist temples and a place called Menglian Xuanfu Yamen. This was probably the residence of the local emperor of Menglian in the past. Unfortunately, it was already 5 pm and the place was closed. I could only see if I could visit it again tomorrow. After visiting the ancient town, I saw a sign on the side of the road indicating that there was a large golden pagoda ahead. It was not far from Nayun Ancient Town, so I walked along the river to see it. The riverside was well-maintained, with a boardwalk and greenery along the way. When I arrived at the large golden pagoda, I found that I had to pay 5 yuan to enter, so I didn't go in. I walked around it because it wasn't very big, and I could see everything from the outside. After visiting the ancient town, I returned to the car and searched for nearby attractions. I found a place called Jingmai Mountain and planned to visit it tomorrow.

📍Menglian Xuanfu Department is located in Nayun Town, Menglian Dai, Lahu and Wa Autonomous County, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province. The building complex was first built in the 4th year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1406) and rebuilt in the 5th year of Guangxu in the Qing Dynasty (1879), covering an area of about 12,484 square meters. 👍Menglian Xuanfu Department is called "Hehan" in Dai language, meaning golden palace. 🌈Menglian Xuanfu Department faces south, with buildings such as the gate hall, conference hall, left and right wing rooms, main hall, kitchen, granary, and prison on the central axis, surrounded by high walls and 4 side doors. 🌈Menglian Xuanfu Department is a large building complex that integrates the architectural features of the Dai and Han ethnic groups. It is also one of the 18 Tusi yamen in the ethnic areas of Yunnan border that is relatively well-preserved. From the Ming, Qing, and Republic of China to the pre-liberation period, a total of 28 generations of Dai Tusi exercised their ruling power in this yamen. The Tusi official uniforms, brocade belts, flags, documents, books, ceremonial guards, weapons, torture instruments, sacrificial vessels, and daily necessities preserved in the department are precious materials for studying the Tusi system in the ethnic minority areas of southwest China.

❤Menglian Xuanfu Department is an important historical building in Nayun Ancient Town, Menglian Dai, Lahu and Wa Autonomous County, Pu'er City, Yunnan Province. Menglian Xuanfu Department was built in the 4th year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1406), and was originally the yamen of the Dai Dao Tusi. In the 48th year of Kangxi in the Qing Dynasty (1709), the Dao Tusi was granted the hereditary title of "Menglian Jingzhi Xuanfu Department", so the chief yamen was renamed Xuanfu Department. In the late Qing Dynasty, the yamen was burned down by fire, and was rebuilt in the 5th year of Guangxu (1879). ❤The building complex of Menglian Xuanfu Department is well preserved, integrating the architectural features of the Dai and Han nationalities, covering an area of about 12,484 square meters. Its main buildings include the gate tower, conference hall, main hall, east and west wing rooms, granary, kitchen, etc. ❤Menglian Xuanfu Department is not only a building complex, but also a symbol of the Dai Tusi system. From the Ming and Qing Dynasties to the Republic of China, a total of 28 generations of Dai Tusi exercised their ruling power here. The Tusi official uniforms, brocade belts, flags, documents, maps, instruments, weapons, torture instruments, sacrificial vessels and daily necessities preserved in the department are precious materials for studying the Tusi system in the ethnic minority areas of southwest China. It has high historical and architectural value. This is a must-see attraction when visiting Menglian. ❤Free admission.

Recommended attractions - Menglian Xuanfu Department: Located in Nayun Ancient Town, this is the yamen of the Tusi in Yunnan during the Qing Dynasty. The architecture combines Dai, Han, and other ethnic styles. The courtyard is deep and the beams and columns are exquisitely carved and painted. Here, you can learn about the history of the Menglian Tusi system and the development of local political culture. - Nayun Ancient Town: One of the best-preserved Dai ancient towns in China. The traditional Dai bamboo buildings are scattered throughout the town, and the bluestone roads wind through them. You can also experience traditional Dai life and watch traditional handicraft making. - Mengma Waterfall: Located in the suburbs of Menglian County, this is a spectacular sight in the Awa Mountains. The water flows rapidly and majestically, surrounded by dense virgin forest. You can walk along the path through the forest and get up close to the magnificent waterfall. - Menglian Golden Pagoda: One of the landmark buildings in Menglian. The pagoda is golden and combines Dai architectural style with Buddhist cultural elements. The surrounding environment is quiet, making it a great place for praying and sightseeing. - Fuyan Daman Nuo Ancient Tea Garden: This garden has a large area of ancient tea gardens, with lush tea trees. Visitors can stroll through the garden, learn about the planting, picking, and making of Pu'er tea, taste authentic Pu'er tea, and experience the cultural heritage of Pu'er tea. Recommended food - Wa sour meat: A specialty of the Wa people, it is delicious and allows you to experience the food culture of the Wa people. - Fragrant glutinous rice: Unique, fragrant, and delicious. It tastes great when paired with sour meat. - Menglian Tusi Banquet: Formed with the Tusi system, it has been passed down for more than 700 years. It has a unique flavor, characterized by sour, spicy, and fragrant flavors, and uses many natural ingredients. - Nayun Dai BBQ: Fresh ingredients, unique seasonings, and delicious spicy flavors make it a popular choice for late-night snacks. - Curry crab: With a strong Southeast Asian curry flavor, it is delicious and spicy, making it the best choice for tasting Menglian seafood. Recommended accommodation - Wa Mountain Hotel: With complete facilities and excellent service, it has comfortable rooms and first-class facilities, making it the first choice for tourists. - Menglian Inn: With a beautiful environment and affordable prices, it is an ideal choice for backpackers. Travel tips - Best time to visit: The climate is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful in summer, making it the best season for travel. - Notes: Pay attention to safety when exploring the Awa Mountains and follow the rules of the scenic area. Order a moderate amount of food when tasting local delicacies to avoid stomach discomfort. Keep the environment clean when staying in hotels and respect local customs.

16:03 Menglian Big Golden Pagoda, golden and magnificent, solemn and magnificent. The sculpture "The Good Place Found" on the side of the square: the Dai leader and his wife ride a white elephant, leading the tribe to find this good place in Menglian. Menglian itself is a transliteration of the Dai language, meaning "the good place found". Nayun Town, where the Menglian County Government is located. Nanlei River, the river is turbid, passing through the county town from north to south, the streets on the bank are full of large-leaf banyan trees, the trunk is strong, and there are many aerial roots. I was going to go to the Menglian Tusi Mansion, but today is Monday and it is not open. Day 3 (August 27) 8:00 The former site of the Menglian Tusi Mansion. The door lintel is engraved with "Menglian Xuanfu Office". In the 26th year of Yuan Zhiyuan (1289), the "Muliang Road Civil and Military Government" was established. In the fourth year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1406), the Menglian Chief Officer (Zheng Liu Pin) was established. The entire Ming Dynasty was a chief officer, which was lower than the Xuanfu Division and Xuanwei Division. In the 48th year of Kangxi in the Qing Dynasty (1709), the Menglian Chief Officer was promoted to Xuanfu Division (Zheng Si Pin). The Dao family is a hereditary Tusi. The Ming Dynasty set up three Xuan and six Wei in the Yunnan border, which refers to the general term for the jurisdictional institutions set up by the Ming Dynasty in the southwestern region of China and the Indochina Peninsula. Three Xuan refers to Nandian Xuanfu Division, Ganyan Xuanfu Division, and Longchuan Xuanfu Division, and six Wei refers to Cheli Xuanwei Division, Myanmar Xuanwei Division, Mubang Xuanwei Division, 800 Dadian Xuanwei Division, Mengyang Xuanwei Division, and Laos Xuanwei Division. The scope of the three Xuan and six Wei, in addition to the domestic part, roughly includes today's Myanmar, northern Thailand and central Laos, all of which can be "mobilized in Yunnan". The Menglian Chief Officer of the Ming Dynasty was successively under the jurisdiction of the Lu Chuan Ping Mian Xuanwei Division and the Yunnan Du Division. The Qing Dynasty was under the jurisdiction of Yongchang Prefecture and Shunning Prefecture. In the 35th year of Qianlong, he was awarded the "Manchu and Han Seal Text Menglian Xuanfu Division Copper Seal" for his merits. After the middle of the Qing Dynasty, the scope of the Xuanfu Division gradually shrank. In February 1949, the entire territory of Lancang was liberated. In April, the Lancang Temporary Commissioner's Office was established, the Tusi system was abolished, and the 660-year Menglian Tusi system declared the end of the Yuan, Ming, Qing and Republic of China.

🌈If you are still looking for endless pastoral scenery, if you are still looking for a secret forest with no end in sight, if you are still looking for a place with Southeast Asian style that is not crowded, then you come to Menglian. If you want a leisurely sojourn life, you might as well come to Menglian. 🛖The Menglian Dai Lahu and Wa Autonomous County is located in the southwest of Yunnan Province. It is an autonomous county under the jurisdiction of Pu'er City. It is an important gateway to Southeast Asia such as Myanmar and Thailand. It is an open port at the provincial level. It is the last ancient Dai city in China and also One of the top ten famous towns in Yunnan. 🫒This is known as the hometown of avocados in China, but unfortunately it was not the avocado season when I came. This is also the main area for domestic coffee cultivation, and many brands of coffee beans come from Menglian, Yunnan. Menglian County is not big, and Zhongmian Street is in the center of Menglian. Many "Phoenix Flowers" and "Big Fruit Ficus" are planted along the street. The trees 🌲🌳 are lush and the streets on both sides 🌲 are so lush that they grow crosswise. It's really a good place to enjoy the shade under the big trees. 🗺️Recommended attractions: 1⃣️Take a walk on Zhongmian Street and watch the sunset🌇. 2⃣️The Menglian Shwedagon Pagoda (just on Zhongmian Street, ticket 🎫: 5 yuan), located on the banks of the charming Nanlei River, consists of 8 small towers surrounding a main tower. The main tower is 31.68 meters high, and each tower is 31.68 meters high. There are wind chimes hanging on it. Whenever the wind blows, the wind chimes make a crisp tinkling sound, which makes people feel a different kind of Buddhist charm. At the same time, the Dai people believe that it is the Sanskrit sound coming from the sky. 3⃣️Nayun Ancient Town is the last Dai ancient town still preserved in China and has been listed as a famous Dai historical and cultural city. Nayun Ancient Town has a history of more than 700 years. "Nayun" means "inner city" in Dai language. Although it has a long history, it still retains the characteristics and charm of the ancient Dai city. It contains the rich and colorful Dai chieftain culture, as well as religious architecture, food, clothing, festivals, music, dance, folk customs and other cultures, which have precious historical and artistic values. . 4⃣️Tianyu Coffee Manor (Coffee lovers can visit several larger local coffee manors together.) 5️⃣ Menglian Buddhist Temple, located in Nayun Ancient Town, is a place where local Buddhists worship and pray. The architecture is a characteristic style of Southeast Asia and southwest China. 6️⃣Pu'er Menglian Xuanfu Department, commonly known as "Menglian Tusi Mansion", is located outside the west gate of Menglian County, Pu'er City. It was built in the fourth year of Yongle in the Ming Dynasty (1406). It is the government office of the Dao family, the chieftain of the Dai ethnic group. Menglian Xuanfu Department is It is the only ancient building complex in Yunnan that is composed of buildings from the Han and Dai ethnic groups. It is the best preserved of the 18 Tusi Yamen in border ethnic areas of Yunnan and has high historical and artistic value. 🍱Food 1️⃣Triangular tip cake 2️⃣Cold Sour Ant Eggs 3️⃣Meng Lian Cold Roll Noodles 4️⃣Menglian BBQ 5️⃣Menglian avocado ㅤ ⚠️Pu'er is a district with nine counties. There are so many places to visit and it is more suitable for self-driving. Jingmai Mountain and Ximeng Mountain near Menglian can be played together. "Ximeng Longmoye" is the filming location of Tomb Robbery Notes.

Menglian Dai, Lahus, and Wa Autonomous County (abbreviated as Menglian County) is located in the southwest of Yunnan Province and is an important gateway to Southeast Asian countries such as Myanmar and Thailand. Menglian's tourism resources are mainly natural and cultural resources, including the Menglian Big Golden Pagoda, Menglian Xuanfu Government Office, Mengma Hot Spring, Lafu Dahei Mountain Scenic Area, etc. Menglian Dai, Lahus, and Wa Autonomous County is one of the 'Ancient Tea-Salt Roads' in border history, known as the 'Green Gem of the Border' and 'Hometown of the Dragon Blood Tree'. Today's Menglian is a production place for premium avocados and coffee.

Menglian Xuanfu Department is located in Nayun Ancient Town of Menglian Dai Lahu and Yi Autonomous County in Yunnan Province. This ancient building complex is well preserved, blending the features of Han and Han architecture. The rule of the Dairy hereditary toast represented by it has lasted for more than 500 years since the Ming and Qing dynasties.

There are also Xuanfu court ceremonial music and dance, including many folk folk tunes and classic dance programs, which is the favorite of the past toast. There is "the book, the whispering" (song, dance, music) , is the name of the folk music of the Yi people, the nunnery is the golden lotus princess, the arrogant is the song, music, dance It is a beautiful and touching love story of the cash lotus princess, and the celebration scene of her subjects singing and dancing to sing the love of her. There is "" () "" means "peacock dance", the ancient saying goes "turning flat" when the man is holding a peacock feather, when he is squatting, forward Jumping back three times, meaning three times of worship. There is "Xie Lie" (Le Dance) "Xie Lie", the meaning of slang intoxication. The Buddha gave the good fortune to the world, let the earth indulge in the food and clothing of Qingshan. In the festive days, people are singing and dancing, let us be drunk with Na Yun.