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A “rest stop” for travel between China and Laos
中老旅游“休息站”

Nestled in the mountains of Mohan Township, “The majority of my guests reserve accommodations via plat-
Daiyuan Homestay entices visitors from around the globe forms like Meituan. Occasionally, we welcome European and
with its picturesque scenery and distinctive Dai ethnic charm. American travelers. And many individuals en route to Laos
“Daiyuan Homestay features the unique charm of the make a short pit stop here,” Zhu added. He originally set up
Dai ethnic culture, and we indulged in delectable authentic this homestay as a retirement retreat for himself, friends, and
Dai cuisine during our stay. I will definitely revisit this family. Subsequently, the influx of tourists steadily increased,
place when I return to Mohan,” remarked Zhang, a female often resulting in full occupancy of his 30-plus rooms.
traveler from Guangzhou, who enjoyed a delightful three- “We had intended to journey to Laos via the China-Laos
day sojourn at the homestay. Railway and made a reservation at Daiyuan Homestay as
Zhu Jiaping, the homestay manager and a Shanghai we transited through Mohan. The homestay offers a de-
native, previously managed a company in Shanghai. For- lightful ambiance, showcasing the authentic style of a Dai
tuitously, in 2014, he established this homestay in a Dai village, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the rich Dai
village near Mohan. culture,” recounted Wang Xinyue, a traveler from Zhejiang.
Zhu said that after the China-Laos Railway went into op- Zhu envisions his homestay becoming a pivotal “rest
eration, numerous domestic visitors depart from Mohan daily. stop” for tourists traveling between China and Laos.

An immersive exploration of coffee culture
沉浸式体验咖啡文化

Located on Renmin Road in Longyang District, Baos- the coffee, I feel a sense of comfort and
han City, there is a charming hidden gem of a café called warmth akin to being at home,” shared Liu
Junye Coffee, renowned for its specialty hand-brewed Yusi, an ardent supporter of Junye Coffee.
coffee. As you enter the courtyard exuding a delightful Junye Coffee satisfies customers’ cravings for exqui-
camping ambiance, you will find the shop owner of Junye site coffee while offering a space for them to dive deep
Coffee brewing coffee and sharing fascinating tales about into the realm of coffee culture. Recently, the shop owner
the origins of the coffee beans he uses. unveiled the “coffee travel” project. Each month, the
Junye Coffee offers personalized one-on-one service shop showcases coffee beans sourced from renowned
to enhance the coffee experience for customers. The shop estates worldwide, allowing coffee enthusiasts to sample
owner personally imparts knowledge and anecdotes about brews from various global regions. From the crisp Blue
coffee, demonstrating practical hand-brewing techniques Mountain coffee of Jamaica, to the tangy Yirgacheffe
while preparing coffee. Through this immersive experi- coffee from Ethiopia, to the aromatic Huila coffee from
ence, customers can truly appreciate the allure of coffee Colombia, customers can embark on a flavorful journey
culture as they enjoy their cup of coffee.“The shop owner around the world through their coffee cups.
excels as both a skilled barista and a wonderful storytell-
er. The individualized service ensures that every customer
receives dedicated and thoughtful care. While savoring

Diners flock to the horse caravan cuisine restaurant
马帮菜馆客如云

Every day at noon, the renowned horse caravan caravan cuisine has experienced a rejuvenation, brimming
cuisine restaurant in Nakeli Town, Pu’er City, Yunnan with newfound energy and vitality.
Province, bustles with customers. Zhao Yi, the fifth-generation As per Zhao Yi, numerous tourists visit this esteemed
inheritor of horse caravan cuisine, an intangible cultural her- restaurant specifically to savor the horse caravan cuisine
itage in Pu’er, is hard at work preparing an array of creatively and delve into the rich history of the ancient Tea Horse
named dishes by the fireplace. Among them, the “Three Broth- Road. Following a day of exploration in Nakeli town,
ers of the Horse Caravan” feature fire-roasted beef, bacon, tourists often opt to spend the night at charming inns brim-
and sausage, while the “Three Sisters of the Horse Caravan” ming with ethnic charm.
include soya bean sprouts, tofu pudding, and tofu dregs. “Previously, the majority of tourists opted to endure the
The restaurant is situated in the county town of Ning’er long and arduous journey to our remote town by driving
Hani and Yi Autonomous County, a vital destination their own cars. The China-Laos Railway has ushered in a
along the Chinese segment of the China-Laos Railway. more convenient mode of travel for visitors, attracting a
Following the inauguration of the China-Laos Railway, more significant influx of customers, with many tourists
this historically significant town on the ancient Tea Horse coming from Laos and Thailand. This new dynamic is
Road has transformed into a key access point for Yunnan’s what they refer to as fast-paced travel coupled with lei-
engagement with the global community. Over time, horse surely sightseeing,” Zhao said joyfully.