Here's a carefully curated guide to the lesser-known attractions of Jinuo Mountain by the locals of Xishuangbanna, take note!

After arriving in Xishuangbanna, I won't allow you to be unaware of Jinuo Mountain. While it's not yet a hot spot and there aren't many people, everyone rush... - Jinuo Mountain ✔️Boasts dense primeval forest vegetation✔️One of the ancient tea mountains✔️Rich insect resources✔️Displays the culture, customs, and folkways of the Jinuo people from ancient times to the present at Jinuo Mountain Village✔️"Te Ni Duo" mountain goods market (Option One) Family Fun and Study Tour Rainforest Hiking Escape the concrete jungle, embrace nature, enjoy the fresh negative ions, explore the mysteries of nature, learn outdoor survival skills, dig for crabs, paint tribal makeup with natural dyes, splash through streams, and frolic like a child. Badao Village A Jinuo tribal village halfway up the mountain, the village is uniquely decorated, with several intangible cultural heritage inheritors, weaving, blacksmithing, sun drums, brewing, ethnic markets, etc. It's a treasure trove for understanding Jinuo culture and customs, with beautiful mountain scenery and no entrance fee—don't miss out. Insect World A wide variety of insects, both live and specimens, let insects step out of textbooks, get up close with the little creatures, and foster children's curiosity about the world. From 20:00 to 22:00, the night tour offers even more insects to see. Jinpu Lin Tea & Coffee Estate Local tea and coffee, the estate is like a fairy tale world, with tree houses, Hobbit huts, cafes, hot pots, camping, and the option to stay overnight. (Option Two) Leisure Tour "Te Ni Duo" Mountain Goods Market Head out early, as it ends in the morning, held every other week, and it's crowded. It's all about mountain goods, handicrafts, and eco-friendly items. Jinuo Mountain Village The last confirmed ethnic Jinuo group, the scenic area displays the Jinuo people's primitive society's slash-and-burn lifestyle, customs, and folkways, a scenic area to learn about Jinuo history. Tea Making Experience One of the ancient tea mountains, Youle Mountain, where you can make your own Pu'er tea cake by hand. Bapiao Village The village is not as big as Badao Village, but it also features typical Jinuo architecture, with several farmhouses where you can dine. It's not crowded with tourists, so you can stroll around and take photos. Tips for Transportation: Self-driving, chartered car, or car rental. There are also passenger minibuses, but the service is limited.