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Burmese influenced gateway on the main road. - Xishuangbanna
Burmese influenced gateway on the main road.

I never expect to see China in this condition: tropical climate, non-mandarin language on road signs, women dressed in silk dresses (thai fashion?), and burmese architecture. Yes, I had seen all these in China. Xishuangbanna is not the typical china you would imagine. Very interesting indeed...

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  • Pros:Interesting Dai culture
  • Cons:dusty & air-pollution
  • Last visit to Xishuangbanna: Mar 2004
  • Intro Updated Dec 5, 2007
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Colourful dress, Thai style - Xishuangbanna Thai Silk Favorites (2)

Looks like the fashion in Xishuangbanna is much influenced by Thai style. Pretty dresses made of shimmering and... more travel advice

Road sign in Jinghong (Mengle Dadao) - Xishuangbanna Road Sign Favorites (2)

Road signs in Jinghong appear is Mandarin, Pin-yin and Dai language! Dai language is what interested me the most! more travel advice

An old Dai lady selling bracelets in Menglong - Xishuangbanna Observe Dai people Things to Do (12)

Xishuangbanna has the largest population of Dai minority group in China. They are so much like Thai people. Dai people... more travel advice

Rice field in Damenglong (Menglong) - Xishuangbanna Rice Field Things to Do (12)

Once you are out of Jinghong, you can find rice field everywhere especially towards Menglong. They made me feel so... more travel advice

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