Xishuangbanna Markets
Photos of markets in the Xishuangbanna region of southern Yunnan
Menghun Market
The Menghun market is held every Sunday, and brings together many minorities including the Dai, Aini, Bulang, Ake & Lahu, it is less and less frequented, and many tourists go there now. Some locals now sell products mainly intended for tourists … In the open air on the main street, it is a profusion of farm animals, tropical vegetables and fruits, local specialties, objects for the home or agriculture. The costumes are colorful and smiles light up the faces. From surprises to discoveries, a privileged stop for lovers of pretty colorful photos.
Mangxin Market
Small market, but still many Aini women go there in their most beautiful costumes. The Mangxin market is far from Jinghong, and therefore very few travel agencies know about it, few tourists visit it.
Menghai Market
A lively and noisy daily market, Menghai City Market is held both outdoors and in a large hall. Several different ethnic groups take part.
Xiding Market
The Xiding Market, held every Thursday, is mainly made up of Aini, Bulang and Dai minorities. It is small and remote, making it quite inconvenient to get to.
Menglian Market
The Menglian Market is held in a large indoor hall. As it is a little-known market and far from Jinghong, it is still untouched by tourism, and you are sure to come across minorities, especially Aini, wearing beautiful traditional costumes.
Fuyan Market
The Fuyan Market is predominantly Wa minority. It is small and remote, with few tourists, and Wa women still wear their traditional costumes and smoke pipes, while buying and selling all sorts of different foods and manufactured goods.