Episode
217. Xishuangbanna - Southwest China After Dark
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- The Ireland Podcast
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- May 29, 2026
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- 954
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Summary
Xishuangbanna, in China’s Yunnan Province, is a tropical city near the borders of Laos and Myanmar, known for its temples, night markets and elephant tourism. This episode wanders through crowded markets filled with colour, karaoke, strange foods and the unforgettable smell of durian. There’s torrential rain, beautiful temples, incredible food, curious encounters with locals, and even some unexpected hotel entertainment. A loose, atmospheric travel diary from southwest China after dark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.