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Lancang

City in Yunnan, China

Overview

Lancang is a scenic county in southwestern Yunnan, bordering Myanmar and set along the banks of the Lancang (Mekong) River. The city is notable for its rich ethnic diversity, lively markets, and lush natural scenery, making it an off-the-beaten-path destination for cultural and eco-travelers.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
China
Province
Yunnan
Population
Time Zone
Asia/Shanghai
Coordinates
22.67°, 99.97°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
75
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
35
Traffic Safety
65
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$513
Local Cost
$258
Local Income
$275
Cashless
45
English
15
Temperature
18.7°C
Summer Avg
22.1°C
Winter Avg
13.6°C
Record High
35.4°C
Record Low
-2.0°C
Humidity
75%
Precipitation
1334 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
Airport
JMJ
Distance
34 km

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.

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