Dehong Prefecture Museum (Mangshi)
德宏州博物馆（芒市）
A prefectural museum presenting the cultures of the Dai, Jingpo and other ethnic groups of Dehong, the native chieftain system, and the history of the Western Yunnan resistance against Japan.
The Dehong Prefecture Museum is located in the urban area of Mangshi. Its exhibits cover Dehong's archaeological finds, the history of the native chieftain yamens such as Nandian, and the clothing and daily objects of the Dai, Jingpo, Achang, De'ang and Lisu peoples. It also covers the Western Yunnan resistance during the Second World War, including the Burma Road and the Leiyun aircraft factory. Entry is free, but visitors must bring an ID card. The museum is closed on Mondays, though hours may change, so check the notices. It is a good place to learn about the background before heading to the border attractions.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–17:00; closed Mondays
Nearby sights
- Tree-Wrapped Pagoda (Mangshi)
- Wuyun Temple
- Bodhi Temple (Mangshi)
- Foguang Temple (Mangshi)
- Mengbanaxi Rare Plant Garden (Mangshi)
- Dai Ancient Town (Mangshi)
- Menghuan Golden Pagoda (Mangshi)
- Menghuan Silver Pagoda