01City Guide
Bodhi Temple
菩提寺
All Ages
Admission
Free entry.
Typical Visit
30-60 minutes
Quick Facts
Ticket
CNY 40 adult ticket under the 2026 Mangshi scenic-area price notice; eligible half-price ticket is CNY 20.
Hours
08:00-18:30.
Transport
No metro. The garden is inside urban Mangshi; use taxi, e-bike, self-drive, or tourist bus Line 2 between Mangshi Square and Mengbanaxi Rare Garden.
Duration
2-3 hours
Best Time
Morning or midday for quieter paths
Visitors
All ages
How to Visit
1
Start with the main garden loop
Enter from the front gate and follow the loop through the memorial pavilion, petrified wood displays, jade stone area, peacock zones, banyan trees, and shaded paths.
Tip:The garden is larger than it first looks.
2
Use a guide if you care about the exhibits
Many objects need context, especially petrified wood, rare stones, and the historical pavilions. A short explanation makes the visit more useful.
Tip:Without context, it can feel like a simple park.
3
Save time for peacocks
Peacocks move freely in parts of the garden. Walk slowly, keep distance, and do not chase birds for photos.
Tip:Feeding rules can change; follow staff signs.
4
Plan the next stop nearby
The garden pairs well with the museum, Shubao Pagoda, Bodhi Temple, or an evening visit to Dai Ancient Town.
Tip:This is a good half-day city route anchor.
Highlights
- A calm city garden with peacocks, rare stones, and tropical planting
- Large petrified wood and stone displays
- Family-friendly paths with shaded rest areas
- Historical links to the China-Myanmar border region
- Convenient location for an easy urban sightseeing route
Insider Tips
✦Go before large group tours if you want quiet paths and cleaner photos.
✦Wear comfortable shoes; the route is not difficult but covers more ground than expected.
✦Bring mosquito repellent in humid months.
✦Parking is available, but spaces can feel limited at busy times.
✦Do not build the whole day around it; it works best as a relaxed half-day stop.
More Mangshi Attractions
02Food District
Mangshi Dai Ancient Town
芒市傣族古镇
All Ages
Admission
Free entry. Restaurants, costume rental, shops, shows, and nearby family activities cost extra.
Typical Visit
1.5-3 hours
03Cultural Stop
Dehong Prefectural Museum
德宏州博物馆
All Ages
Admission
Free entry. Bring passport or ID for registration if requested.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours
04City Guide
Dehong Xianfo Cave Scenic Area
德宏仙佛洞旅游景区
All Ages
Admission
Cave admission is CNY 68. A CNY 130 package is listed for cave admission, electric cart, and glass bridge; eligible half-price package is CNY 65.
Typical Visit
2-3 hours
05City Guide
Mangshi Ecological Pastoral Scenic Area
芒市生态田园观光区
All Ages
Admission
Free open pastoral area. Cafes, fruit picking, camping services, and local activities are paid separately.
Typical Visit
1-2.5 hours
06Food District
Funny Factory
新玩厂
All Ages
Admission
Free entry. Food, drinks, shops, games, and activities are paid separately.
Typical Visit
1-2 hours