Spot the Splendour of the Black Dragon Pool in Lijiang, Yunnan

Black Dragon Pool with Jade Dragon Mountain and red lantern in the background.

Or “Jade Spring Park’s Black Dragon Pool: Lijiang’s Splendor in Yunnan” Introduction During my recent trip to Yunnan, I had the pleasure of visiting the stunning Black Dragon Pool in Lijiang (丽江黑龙潭). It’s a popular tourist destination for its beautiful scenery and rich history. From the traditional architecture to the peaceful lake, and the magnificent Jade Dragon Mountain in the background, there was so much to see and explore. Lijiang Yuquan Park, also known as Black Dragon Pool or Jade Spring…

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Explore Xishuangbanna – Top Attractions and Things to Do in Yunnan.

Two women's reflections in a pond with waterlilies in Manting Park

Introduction: Xishuangbanna (西双版纳傣族自治州 / ᦈᦹᧈ ᦈᦹᧈ ᦵᦋᦲᧁᧈ ᦘᦱ ᦉᦱ ᦺᦑ ᧑᧒ ᦗᧃ ᦓᦱ), also known as Jinghong, is located in the very south of Yunnan, close to the borders of Burma and Laos. This region is known for its unique climate, being tropical and having a dry season in winter. Xishuangbanna is also home to a diverse group of ethnic minorities, such as the Dai Minority. Best known is the water festival of the Dai minority.  The Dai Water-Sprinkling Festival: The water festival, also known as the Dai Water-Sprinkling Festival,…

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