Just back from Tengchong, it's as beautiful as abroad!

I've been heartbroken since returning from this border town—its hot springs + flower fields completely captivated me! Day1: Volcanic Healing Retreat ▪️ Morning: Touch basalt at the Volcanic Geopark and marvel at nature's craftsmanship ▪️ Afternoon: Soak in forest hot springs at Mayu Valley Town—same water source as Banyan Tree but half the price ▪️ Late-night snack: Head to "Yan Jiatang" in town for copper pot beef, and mint-fried ribs so delicious you'll lick your fingers! Day2: Wetland & Flower Obsession Day ▪️ Paddle through iris fields on grass rafts at Beihai Wetland (arrive by 8am for a private experience!) ▪️ Afternoon: Learn tea-making at Gaoligong Mountain Tea Garden—pick ancient tea leaves and press your own tea cake, then unwind with a hand-brewed coffee session at a local estate Day3: Slow Soul in Ancient Towns ▪️ Morning market at Heshun Ancient Town—pineflower cakes + pea-flour rice noodles for just ¥5 will fill you up ▪️ Free photo ops at Qiluo Ancient Town! Double-eaved old houses + century-old ginkgo trees, so niche you'll have the place to yourself ♨️ Hidden Gem of a B&B 👉 Nan Su·Fengli—a lifesaver for tired feet ▪️ Killer location! Just 200m to Tengyue Square, with night markets and snacks within walking distance ▪️ Latex mattresses + rainbow heated blankets—sleep dry and cozy even during plum rain season, like floating on clouds ▪️ The hostess' midnight treats: fermented glutinous rice noodles—my friend devoured 3 bowls... Plus sweet-sour fruit wines and bayberry wine that pack a punch