Manting Park

Introducing Manting Park 
With more than 1300 years of history, Manting Park is the most ancient park in Xishuangbanna. Manting Park is also called 'Chunhuan Park', meaning ''Park of Soul''. The park used to be a royal park of Dai royal family and one of important carriers in the Dais' historical culture. Celebration activities and ceremonies are hold here during the Water-splashing Festival and other Dai festivals.

Manting Park Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Man Ting Gong Yuan 曼听公园
• Best Time to Visit: October to next June
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 2-3 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, Ethnic Folk Customs, Architecture
• Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00 (daytime); 18:30-21:40 (night)
• Entrance Fee: CNY 40; CNY 280 for night performance including a buffet dinner
• Address: No. 35 Manting Road, Jinghong, Xishuangbana Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province

What to expect at Manting Park
The main attractions in Manting Park consist of eight zones: Ethnic Culture Plaza, Buddhist Cultural District, Tea Garden, Crystal Lake, Peacock Garden, Tree-planting Ceremonial Area, Vine-plants Garden and Tropical-plants Garden. In the middle of the part there is the large lake. Along the lake are all kinds of cultivated tropical plants, including orchids, palms, and Cassia siamea. General Buddhist Temple, the temple of the highest level among all the temples in Xishuangbanna, is in the north-west corner of the park. There is a Buddhist college in the temple. The park is very well maintained with strong Dai style. Here you are able to see hospitable minority people, mystical ethnic culture, taste hearty Dai cuisine, unique barbeque and fascinating wine. The park features parrots and elephant shows in the daytime and bonfire party in the evening. There is also a show every night called " the Night of Lancang River, Mekong River", showing some Dai culture dances.

 

How to get to Manting Park
• Take bus Jinghong 6A or 6B to Manting Park.
• Rent a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Xishuangbanna to Manting Park.

Additional travel advice on Manting Park
• Opening hours for the bonfire party: 19:30-22:30
• Please wear sunscreen, hat and sunglasses to prevent UV.
• The weather is changeable. It is suggested to take an umbrella or raincoat with you.