Why is Ruilijiang River So Special

Ruilijiang River, 53-kilometer long and 200-meter wide, is a main river in western Yunnan Province. Ruilijiang River has been listed as one of the state-level resorts characterized by the picturesque scenery and peaceful atmosphere. Ruilijiang River plays an important role in connection of Burma and Yunnan Province, which feeds more than then thousand of people.

Floating along Ruilijiang River, you can experience the unique beauty of Ruilijiang River, which will make you enjoy yourself so much as to forget to leave here. There are many tourist attractions, such as Bambusa multiplex and subtropical fruit trees, when you come here, your eyes are occupied by these beautiful attractions.

Where is Ruilijiang River-Location

The upper reaches of the Ruilijiang River is called Longjiang River, originating from the west side of Gaoligong Mountain, flowing through the counties of Tengchong, Longchuan and Lianghe, and Wanding, Ruili and finally flowing into the Irrawaddy River. More than 20 kilometers of the Ruilijiang River belong to the boundary river between China and Burma.

How to Get to Ruilijiang River

It is very convenient to get to Ruilijiang River. Take a taxi in Ruili Bus Station, which takes about 15 RMB.

Best Time to Go

June-December are the best time to visit Ruilijiang River.

Introduction of Ruilijiang River

The Ruilijiang River was known as Nanmaojiang River in ancient times, namely, the Wushuihe River. In the Yuan and Ming Dynasties, it was called the Chuanjiang River. The Qing Dynasty was also known as the Longchuanjiang River, also known as the Ruilijiang River. This river irrigates the tens of thousands of hectares of fertile land in China and Burma, feeding nearly a million people. The upper reaches of the Ruilijiang River is called Longjiang River, originating from the west side of Gaoligong Mountain, flowing through the counties of Tengchong, Longchuan and Lianghe, and Wanding, Ruili and finally flowing into the Irrawaddy River. More than 20 kilometers of the Ruilijiang River belong to the boundary river between China and Burma. It is one of the important rivers in the western part of Yunnan Province and belongs to the subtropical perennial river.

The Ruilijiang River preserves the complete vegetation types and abundant wildlife resources and beautiful natural landscape resources from the seasonal rain forest to the evergreen broad-leaved forest transition zone. There are more than 600 species of higher plants and 216 species of vertebrates in this area. The source of water sources for rivers such as the Mengyuehe River, Nanhuan River, Mangbang River and Nanlan River. It was approved as a provincial nature reserve in May 2002, with an area of 73,500 hectares.

Nearby Attractions

Zhaduo Waterfall
Moli Waterfall is located in Moli Valley, also called Zhaduo Waterfall, and hides in deep mountains and forest. the clean water falls from 40-meter cliff, it’s like a white silk flying and dancing in the wind, you can hear the falling sound of water far away. There is a small brook flowing under the waterfall. The whole part of the waterfall is the soul of the scenic area, it’s very enjoyable to watch and feel the waterfall in the morning when the sun rises. It’s also very worthy to go there in summer, you can feel splashes from the waterfall and splash on your face, it’s very nice and cool.

One-Tree Forest
In fact, One-Tree Forest is a large banyan tree, which has a history of more than 900 years, with 32 earial roots streight pinning into the earth. Banyan is a special and unique landscape in Ruili, it’s everywhere no matter in the vallies or villages or on the sides of the roads. people value banyan as holy tree, so they only plant these trees but don’t cut them. The big Banyan is in the one-tree forest park, and it’s 28 meters, what makes it more precious is that it has been standing there for over 200 years. The tree has many aerial roots hanging down from above, and they are interwined with one another, ending in the root. there are also so many aerial roots hanging down and they took roots in the earth, forming a forest that makes up of pillar-like roots, thus one-tree forest is shaped. It’s a very attractive and magical natural scenery. One-tree Forest has become a scenery that tourist must go, and it’s one of the hottest sceneries in Ruili. 

Wanding Bridge
Wanding Bridge is located on the urban side of the downtown of the Wanding Town; it is the boundary bridge between China and Myanmar; it is also an important channel for the exchange of trade and economic and cultural communication between the Chinese and Burmese.

Why is Dayingjiang River So Special

Beautiful Dayingjiang River runs through Yingjiang County in west Yunnan border area. The river mouth is open and its surface is as flat as a mirror. In the sunny days, the limpid river lies as smooth as silk. Along the both sides of the river, distant mountains loom and forest is dyed black. Umbrella-like banyan forest looks lush and green. In the converging place of clouds and water, a bamboo raft is moving away. In the distance, since the river is set off by bamboo forest, a unique scene appears that the river overflows the bamboo grove and bamboo grove places the river in between. The hundred-meter-wide river is tightly locked by two pieces of rock cliff at Tiger Leaping Stone. 

The distance between the two cliffs is only seven meters. The pouring torrent clashes the high mountains which rise abruptly along the gorge. The increasingly large fall of river generates glittering foam and the thundering uproar in the gorge can be heard several kilometers away. Considering the pouring torrent, deep riverway and giant stone emerging in the middle of the river, small waterfalls can be seen everywhere. The mountains stand facing each other on both sides of the river, posing a natural wonder of “a seam of sky if people look up and a thread of river when having a bird view.”

Where is Dayingjiang River-Location

Dayingjiang River is a branch at the upstream of Irrawaddy River. It takes its rise from Danzha River and Binglangjiang River in Tengchong City. The two rivers join up with each other in the Old town of Yingjiang County, and then form the Dayingjiang River, which flows through Tiger Leaping Stone and then runs south to the Irrawaddy River in Burma. It finally flows into Bay of Bengal. Dayingjiang River is about 205 km long with 146 km in Yingjiang County.

How to Get to Dayingjiang River

After arriving in Yingjiang County, it is convenient to get to Dayingjiang River by taxi, which takes about 40 minutes. For those people who are bike lovers, it is good way to get to Dayingjiang River by bike, which takes about 2 hours.

Introduction of Dayingjiang River

Dayingjiang River is a branch at the upstream of Irrawaddy River. It takes its rise from Danzha River and Binglangjiang River in Tengchong City. The two rivers join up with each other in the Old town of Yingjiang County, and then form the Dayingjiang River, which flows through Tiger Leaping Stone and then runs south to the Irrawaddy River in Burma. It finally flows into Bay of Bengal. Dayingjiang River is about 205 km long with 146 km in Yingjiang County. The river is 900 meters wide at its widest point and only 7.5 meters narrow at its narrowest point (Tiger Leaping Stone). There are two large branches, Binglangjiang River and Nandi River, at its upstream. 

High trees and strange stones can be found along the two banks of Binglangjiang River. The water in the river runs very fast and high. After entering the dam area and joining with Nandi River, the river becomes quiet and winds to the west. The huge banyan trees are easily found along Dayingjiang River area, and Dai villages can be seen among the bamboo forests, which represent typical tropical and subtropical scenery. After winding through hundreds of primeval forests and canyons to arrive at Yingjiang Bamboo forest, the river turns slow and wide. On the two banks are endless farmlands and villages. A bamboo dam spreading thousands of miles stand on the riverbanks, and green islands can be seen in the middle of the river. Blue sky, white clouds, green bamboo and islands that are reflected in the river water, as well as small boats and Dai ethnic love songs constitute a fancy poem. In this scenic spot, there is not only original natural ecology, but also national customs. The integration of natural landscape and ethnic culture has become a feature of the area. This scenic area is based on the Yingjiang Section of Dayingjiang River, starting from Zhina Township in the north and Mangyun Township in the south. It also depends on the natural ecology of Dayingjiang, as well as numerous scenic spots. It mainly includes seven scenic areas: namely Zhina “Guangbang” drum cultural area, Dao Anren hometown, the original place of Dai opera, Old Town Xiang’e Lake area, customs area, Wanxiang old town area and monument of Margary affair. Water-Splashing Festival, Munaozongge Festival, national sports competitions, beach sports activities and other projects have also attracted many tourists. 

Best Time to Visit

It is suitable to visit Dayingjiang River all year around. Every season has its unique beauty.

Nearby Attractions

XiangEhu Lake
Located in the southwest of Jiucheng Town of Yingjiang County, the beautiful XiangEhu Lake is the gateway and business card of Jiucheng Town. There are natural wetlands, sparkling natural lakes, and thousands of acres of lotus ponds with unique charm. XiangEhu Lake has a large amount of water, is not dry all year round, has good water quality, and contains many trace elements needed by the human body. There are more than ten kinds of wild fish in the lake, as well as birds such as egrets, yellow ducks and wild ducks, as well as aquatic plants such as lotus, reed and water hyacinth.

Yunyan Stupa
Yunyan Stupa in Yingjiang County, also known as Manmengding Stupa, is located on the top of Yunyan Mountain, 1 km east of Yingjiang County. “Yunyan” in Dai Language means an auspicious, joyful and fascinating place. It is one of the most important Buddhist pagodas of Hinayana in Yunnan. The pagoda was built in 1947 and it took eight years to complete the work. Although it is a modern product, it is rich in ancient style and is listed as a key cultural relic protection unit in Yunnan Province.

Yingjiang Hornbill Valley
Yingjiang Hornbill Valley is located on the bank of the Hongbenghe River in Yingjiang County, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It belongs to the Hengduan Mountains extending from the Himalayas. The highest point is that the Daniangshan Mountain in Zhina Township is 3404.6 meters above sea level. The lowest point is that the Estuary of Nabanglashahe River is only 210 meters above sea level. The huge difference in altitude forms a cluster of northern tropical, subtropical and temperate climates, namely, the typical three-dimensional climate of the river. The forest coverage rate in Yingjiang County is 73.9%. There are many kinds of birds living here. At present, there are 550 species of birds found and recorded in Yingjiang, accounting for more than one-third of the national birds. The unique and precious Buceros bicornis, anthracoceros coronatus and Rhyticeros undulatus settle here. Therefore, it has the reputation of “Chinese Hornbill Valley”. Yingjiang is a beautiful and magical place, a paradise for birds, a kingdom of flora and fauna. 

Chinese Name: 德宏大盈江
English Name: Dayingjiang River in Yingjiang County, Dehong

Beautiful Dayingjiang River runs through Yingjiang County in west Yunnan border area. The river mouth is open and its surface is as flat as a mirror. In the sunny days, the limpid river lies as smooth as silk. Along the both sides of the river, distant mountain loom and forest is dyed black. Umbrella-like banyan groves looks lush and green. In the converging place of clouds and water, a bamboo raft is moving away… In the distance, since the river is set off by bamboo forest, a unique scene appears that the river overflows the bamboo groves and bamboo groves place the river in between. The hundred-meter-wide river is tightly locked by two pieces of rock cliff at Tiger-jumping Gorge. The distance between the two cliffs is only seven meters. The pouring torrent clashes the high mountains which rise abruptly along the gorge. The increasingly large fall of river generates glittering foam and the thundering uproar in the gorge can be heard several kilometers away. Considering the pouring torrent, deep riverway and giant stone emerging in the middle of the river, small waterfalls can be seen everywhere. The mountains stand facing each other on both sides of the river, posing a natural wonder of “a seam of sky if people look up and a thread of river when having a bird view.”

Chinese Name:盈江县勐戛河
English Name: Mengga River in Yingjiang County, Dehong

勐戛河水系分布于盈江县县境西北山区，以勐戛河为干流构成河网系统，集水面积1073.43平方公里，产水量22.3亿立方米。勐戛河源于盈江县苏典乡东山一带山区，南向流经勐戛坝，接纳空树河、苦连皮河、邦别河，于子子凹鲁山东北麓折西向横贯苏典乡境，沿途接纳腊马河、苏典河、大竹河、勐劈河、小黑河、大黑河、龙江笼河、卡牟河、木文河与中缅界河大巴江交汇，于盆都山西北麓接纳石竹河界河，流人缅境南太白江。径流面积362.4平方公里，，落差1560米，流量0.80-26.5立方米/秒。由于支流呈扇状排列，峡谷之间坡降大，水流多，水力资源丰富，仅勐戛河水能蕴藏量即为25.06万千瓦。 https://baike.baidu.com/item/勐戛河/10873008

Chinese Name: 芒市万马河生态保护区
English Name: Wanmahe River in Mangshi City, Dehong

Dehong Wanmahe River in Mangshi City travel guide introduces the main attractions, entrance tickets booking, The best time to visit, How to Get there, the highlights, facts, history, photos, weather, accommodation, visiting routes, travel tips, tour maps of Wanmahe River in Dehong.

Chinese Name:德宏瑞丽江
English Name: Ruili River in Dehong

Overview

The Ruili River is a significant river flowing through tropical regions and valleys. The river is divided into three sections, each offering distinct scenic beauties. The drainage area of the Ruili River is rich in tourism resources, featuring a variety of scenic spots. It is known for its tropical and subtropical landscapes, border ports, ethnic cultures, and historical significance.

Historical Names and Importance

• Ancient Name: In the Dai language, the river was historically known as the Nanmao River, meaning “Mist Water River.”
• Other Names: During the Yuan and Ming dynasties, it was called the Luxuan River, and in the Qing Dynasty, it was known as the Longchuan River or the Ruili River.
• Significance: The Ruili River irrigates fertile lands across China and Myanmar, supporting nearly a million people. It flows from the western side of Gaoligong Mountain in Tengchong County, passing through Longchuan, Lianghe, and other counties, and eventually flows into Myanmar before merging with the Irrawaddy River.

Geographical Details

• Length in China: 53 kilometers
• Width: 100-200 meters
• Sections: The river features different scenic sections including the flat plains around Ruili and the narrow, canyon-like sections.

Tourism Status

• National Scenic Area: Approved as a national scenic spot by the State Council on January 10, 1994, and listed among the third batch of national key scenic spots.
• Scenic Level: Third batch of national key scenic areas.

Key Attractions

• Tiger Jumping Stone: A notable scenic spot along the river.
• Wildlife: Includes white-handed gibbons, green peacocks, and various tree species like the Saro tree and rock cotton tree.
• Scenic Highlights: Lush tropical rainforests, clear springs, and picturesque river views with abundant wildlife.

Protected Area

• Establishment: The Ruili River Nature Reserve was established in March 1992, covering areas in Ruili, Mangshi, and Longchuan.
• Flora and Fauna: The reserve features a transition zone from seasonal rainforests to evergreen broadleaf forests, with over 600 plant species and 216 vertebrate species. It is also the source of several rivers such as the Mengyue, Nanhun, Mangbang, and Nanlan Rivers.
• Area: 73,500 hectares, designated as a provincial nature reserve in May 2002.

Tourism Resources

• Landscape: The Ruili River’s surroundings are known for their clear waters, lush bamboo forests, and charming rural scenery. Traditional Dai-style bamboo houses dot the riverbanks amidst flowing streams and fertile fields.
• Scenic Beauty: The river’s tropical rainforest is vibrant, with exposed tree roots blending with the rock faces. The clear springs and picturesque river scenes are enchanting.
• River Sections: The Ruili section features flat river plains with scenic views of the river widening and offering a refreshing experience. The river is partly a border river between China and Myanmar, with serene waters, reflecting light, and flocks of wild ducks, egrets, gray cranes, and kingfishers. Boats, bamboo rafts, and motorboats transport goods and people between the two countries.

Drifting and Boating

• Drifting Sections: The river is ideal for drifting and boating, particularly in the Zhefang and Wanting sections. The Zhefang section offers wide, calm waters suitable for various activities. The Wanting section is narrower, with lush vegetation and dramatic landscapes.

Best Time to Visit

• Season: The best time to visit is during the dry season from October to April when the weather is cooler and more comfortable.
• Avoid: The rainy season from May to September may lead to less favorable conditions for outdoor activities.

Accommodation

• Nearby Towns: Accommodation options are available in nearby towns such as Ruili, Baoshan, and Dali.
• Types: Options range from budget hotels to more upscale resorts.

Travel Tips

• Preparation: Bring appropriate clothing and footwear for outdoor activities and water-based adventures.
• Local Customs: Respect local customs and practices, especially in ethnic minority villages.
• Weather Check: Verify the weather conditions before your trip for a more enjoyable experience.

The Ruili River offers a unique blend of tropical and subtropical landscapes, cultural heritage, and natural beauty, making it a captivating destination for nature lovers and cultural enthusiasts alike.

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