Off-the-beaten-path recommendation: The millennia-old Dai village hidden in Xishuangbanna

Step into Mandou Village located in Gasa Town, and you can savor the ancient Dai village that has a history of a thousand years. The well-preserved stilt-style architecture in the village, along with its natural environment nestled against the mountains and waters, is very comfortable. The bustling morning market at the entrance of the village introduces you to the local life and authentic lifestyle of the Dai people, hidden within the hustle and bustle of the streets. Mandou Village is not large, and it doesn't attract too many tourists, so here you can experience the original and simple Dai culture, which has a history of over 1000 years. When you come to Xishuangbanna, this village is a must-visit! 🎈Travel Tips🎈 📸Photo Spots Recommended ✅By the pond at the entrance ✅The thousand-year-old well ✅The heart of the village ✅The village temple ✅The Bodhi tree ✅Morning market, especially good for cultural photography ✅Dai-style stilted buildings, very photogenic ✅Mandou courtyard, great environment, also good for check-ins 💰Ticket Information ✅Free 🚗Transportation Information ✅Recommended to take a taxi (about 15-20 yuan) ✅Self-driving, navigate to Mandou Village 🚩Nearby Attractions Recommended ✅Prajna Temple (After visiting the village, you can go directly to Prajna Temple for check-ins) 📸Travel Route Recommendations ✅Route one: Gasa Mandou—Xishuangbanna Ethnic Museum—Manting Royal Garden ✅Route two: Olive Dam Pier (Lancang River Crossing Campaign Monument)—Manyuan Village—Dai Ethnic Garden ✅Route three: Jinghong—Daluo Mengjinglai, Single Tree Forest Scenic Area, Daluo Port—Mengbala Tourist Resort 📍PS: The above routes are for reference only