Puer Festivals and Events

Puer, originally called Simao City, is one of the most important commercial ports in Yunnan Province.

Puer tea, which has a rich history of over 1700 years, can be traced back to the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 AD). It was offered as tribute to the Emperor of China and is revered as a traditional medicinal tea with many health benefits.

Puer consists of many ethnic minorities, such as Lahu, Hani, Wa and Yi. Varied customs make it a colorful city. Eating habits, ceremonies, costumes and folk legends can all be a strong attraction for people who are visiting. In addition, Puer City is the hometown of the well known Puer Tea, and Puer people have diversified ways of handling tea, such as bamboo tube tea, cold tea dish, earth-pot tea and baked tea; all of which you should try.