The Golden Pagoda of Jiele

　　Introduction:           The Golden Pagoda of Jiele is located beside the national highway from Kunming to Ruili, in the Jiele Village, 5 kilometers northeast of Ruili County. Shining brilliantly, it is widely renowned. Its Dai name is “Guangmu Hemo,” meaning “the pagoda at the head of the plain.” It is the oldest Buddhist structure, place of worship, and tourist attraction in Ruili, and its scale is no less impressive than that of the Yunyan Pagoda or the Manfeilong Pagoda in Xishuangbanna.       The Golden Pagoda was first built in the 17th century as a cluster of 17 pagodas. The main body of the pagoda is covered with golden tiles. In addition to the main pagoda, there are 16 smaller pagodas surrounding it, all coated with gold powder, presenting a magnificent sight reminiscent of stars encircling the moon.   Transportation:       After arriving in Ruili, you can hire a taxi to get there.  

　　  

　　 Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan