Kunming, known as the “Spring City”, is not only renowned for its pleasant climate, rich historical culture, and natural landscapes, but also attracts countless tourists due to its colorful flowers and numerous flower and bird markets. Kunming Flower and Bird Market (also called Jingxing Bird and Flower Market) is one of the most popular…
Yuantong Temple, located on Yuantong Street in the center of Kunming city, is the oldest Buddhist temple in Kunming with a history of over 1200 years. It is not only the largest temple in Kunming, but also a religious holy site that integrates the three major sects of Mahayana Buddhism, Theravada…
Kunming’s Dianchi Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan, and the sixth in China. It is an important source of drinking water for the city of Kunming and a well-loved sightseeing destination. It sits on the Yungui Plateau, and has a reputation as “the Pearl on the Plateau” because of…
Green Lake Park, aka Cuihu Park, is a beautiful urban park in Kunming city center. Whether you want to savor the natural beauty of Kunming, enjoy ultimate relaxation, experience local daily life, or look into rich cultural and historical relics of Kunming, Green Lake Park is a can’t-miss for…
A forest park about 15 kilometers west of Kunming city center and at the western shore of Dianchi Lake, the Western Hills is a top attraction not to be missed when traveling to Kunming in Yunnan, boasting the perfect blend of stunning natural beauty and profound cultural heritage. Since looking…
The Stone Forest in Kunming, aka Shilin, is one of the most spectacular karst landscapes in China, and also one of the the must-see attractions on any Yunnan tour. About 78 kilometers from Kunming city center, this UNESCO-listed natural landmark in Yunnan is known for the majestic and rugged…
250 kilometers northeast of Kunming in Yunnan Province, there unveils one of China’s most captivating natural wonder, Dongchuan red land—a landscape that seems sculpted by time itself. Unlike typical scenic areas, this terrain owes its drama to chemistry: iron-rich soil, oxidized over centuries into rust-red waves that cascade across hillsides like frozen lava.…
