At the end of 1948, the Ruili Incident broke out, the Jingpo people burned down the government office.

The highest point in the town is Sanda Mountain (三达山) which stands 1,266 metres (4,154 ft) above sea level.

The lowest point is Rongbangwang (容棒旺), which, at 743.2 metres (2,438 ft) above sea level.

[4] The town's economy is based on nearby border trade and agricultural resources.

[7] The Site of Central Aircraft Manufacturing Company (Lowing Factory) and Mang'ai Temple are popular attractions in the town.