101 Things to do
Angsana Tengchong
Your journey is no longer an isolated exploration of uncharted destination
Angsana Player will embark with you on wondrous journeys of discovery. Greet the dawn with the revitalizing power of Baduanjin or Taichi, or delve into the profound study of local intangible cultural heritage. Let cultural legacy deepen the meaning of your travels as we help you etch enduring memories imbued with human warmth.
Impressions of Blessing
Join Angsana Player in a journey into Yunnan’s ancient blessing ritual, where you can hand-print a meaningful gift filled with well wishes. Gently pressing soft Teng paper onto intricately carved Jia Ma woodblocks, auspicious figures such as the Five Wealth Gods, Kui Xing, and the Gods of Harmony and Joy gradually emerge. Each line carries heartfelt wishes for peace, prosperity, and fulfillment. This hands-on experience is more than a cultural encounter—it is a gesture of affection. Share the warmth by gifting your print to loved ones, and pass on blessings that last beyond the moment.
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Venue: Papermaking Workshop
- Time: 1pm-1:30pm
- 1 Day advance booking required
Morning Energize
Nestled at the foot of Tengchong’s Gaoligong Mountains, the resort enjoys exceptionally pure air, with negative oxygen ion levels reaching up to 8,400 ions/cm³—rivaling that of a natural oxygen bar. Each breath feels like a gentle cleansing by nature itself.
At dawn, clouds roll over the mountain peaks, and soft morning light spills across the lush green valley. Guests are invited to join the Angsana player at Welcome Pavilion, facing the misty mountains, to begin the day with Baduanjin or Tai Chi. As movements flow gently and breaths align with nature’s rhythm, guests experience a deep connection between body and landscape. Amid the forest stillness, the practice refreshes both body and mind—turning each moment of the journey into a healing embrace with nature.
- Venue: Welcome Pavilion
- Time: 9am-9:30am
Handmade Teng Paper
In 2012, the Gaoligong Handmade Paper Museum quietly took root amid the fields of Xinzhuang Village, dedicated to reviving and preserving a fading craft. By weaving together traditional papermaking with ecology, folk culture, and hands-on experience, it breathes new life into an ancient art form. In 2024, Banyan Tree and Angsana Tengchong partnered with the museum to establish a “Papermaking Workshop” within the resort. Here, guests can craft their own floral paper and discover the artistry behind each sheet. They may also paint on Tengchong xuan paper umbrellas or print colorful Jia Ma woodblock totems—offering a fresh and vivid expression of intangible heritage in today’s world.
- Venue: Papermaking Workshop
- Time: 1:30pm-5pm
- 1 Day advance booking required
