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Originally Posted by subaculture
I think it became famous because of a Time article relating to the Spread of AIDS by truckers and its subsequent on trade routes into China. Its on the Myanmar/Chinese border and major trucking spot. I was there is 2003 and its a pretty laid back area. 14 hours from Kumning by Bus. Lots of Burmese, Pakistani and Bangladeshi nationals selling Jade and lots of trucks heading over the border. One day passes are not allowed and no visas available. There were lots of Massage places available but quality was poor. I believe there was a big crackdown in 2001.
I took a taxi to Jiegao which reputingly is the main centre of action 7km from Ruili. While there was lots of legal trade, few P4P. I saw only one palce on the main street. So, its not worth going at the moment. There are supposed to be Casinos etc and lots more action on the other side. I may be there in July.
I will be crossing into Myamar there or via Laos. By the way it is a 35 hour bus journey (YES) back to Jinghong if your crossing into Laos.
I crosssed in to Laos at Mengla. They were in the process of knocking down the town so as to rebuilt it. No P4P on either site.
Better areas are:
Koh Kong (Cambodia)
Mae Sai (Thailand)
Heckou (China).
I have been to Heckou and its an excellent spot. I will post a report soon.
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Hi,
Thanks for the information Ruili. For Ruili, have you try out the massage there. What is the charges. I heard that there are both Chinese and Burmaese gals there. I understand that Jiegao is the actual border for which to cross into Myanmar. Can I ask what do u means by "There are supposed to be Casinos etc and lots more action on the other side". I means the meaning of the other side. Are u referring to the Myanmar side of Muse.
Seem that u are going there again in July. Look forward to your FR. What is your itinerary like?
Also will be looking forward to your FR on Hekou. What about Lao Cai (on the Vietnam's side). Any happening there?