Attractions in Kunming

Kunming’s West Hill: The Sleeping Beauty Lies Amid the Emerald Waves, Inviting You to a Rendezvous with the Landscapes of Central Yunnan

The Sutra Hall at Huating Temple on Kunming’s West Hill is a traditional Chinese-style building with upturned eaves; its colorful beams and columns complement the red lanterns, making it a Zen-inspired ancient temple nestled deep within the West Hill.

Kunming's West Hill, known as “Sleeping Beauty Mountain” for its resemblance to a sleeping beauty, is Kunming's most famous mountain. It towers majestically over Yunnan…

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May 9, 2026

Attractions in Kunming

Kunming’s Dianchi Lake: The Pearl of the Plateau—A Journey to Experience 500 Li of Lake Views

A classic landmark at Dianchi Lake in Kunming: a gray stone engraved with the large red characters “Dianchi,” set against a backdrop of deep blue lake waters and a clear blue sky, with palm trees dotting the scene.

Dianchi Lake in Kunming, long known as the “Pearl of the Plateau,” is Yunnan’s largest freshwater lake and is also considered Kunming’s “mother lake.” The 500-li stretch of Dianchi…

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May 9, 2026

Attractions in Kunming

Kunming's Stone Forest: Step into a Karst Wonderland and Embark on a Magical Journey Among the Stones

The central landmark of the Kunming Shilin Scenic Area—a massive karst pillar engraved with the characters “Shilin” and flanked by the classic inscription “The World’s Most Remarkable Spectacle”—is a must-visit World Natural Heritage site in Yunnan.

Kunming's Stone Forest, a World Natural Heritage Site and hailed as "the world's most wondrous sight," is a masterpiece of karst topography. Over hundreds of millions of years, the earth…

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Attractions in Kunming

Kunming Jiuxiang Scenic Area: A Secret Cave Wonderland—Embark on a Magical Journey to the Center of the Earth

At the Shentian Scenic Area in the Jiuxiang Caves of Kunming, layers of travertine terraces shimmer with vibrant colors under the cave lighting.

Deep within the valleys of the Central Yunnan Plateau lies a hidden paradise known as the “Kingdom of Caves”—the Kunming Jiuxiang Scenic Area. Here…

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Attractions in Yuxi

Fuxian Lake: The Sapphire of the Plateau—A Date with the Blues of Central Yunnan

The scenery along the shores of Fuxian Lake in Yunnan—the deep blue waters and small boats moored on the sandy beach create a serene scene, An ancient pavilion and temple atop a hill overlook the entire lake, while the surrounding green trees and distant mountains stretch out in layers, showcasing Fuxian Lake’s clear, vast plateau landscape and its leisurely vacation atmosphere.

Nestled among the mountains of the Central Yunnan Plateau lies a hidden gem known as the “Sapphire of the Plateau”—Fuxian Lake. As China’s most…

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Attractions in Tengchong

Menghuan Golden Pagoda / Silver Pagoda: The Buddhist Kingdom of the Dai People—A Golden and Silver Encounter

The Great Golden Pagoda in Menghuan, Mangshi, Yunnan, China: a magnificent gilded pagoda featuring intricate carvings and soaring spires, set against a backdrop of clear blue skies.

In the Dai-inhabited lands of Mangshi, Dehong, in western Yunnan, lies a hidden gem known as the “Twin Stars of the Buddhist Kingdom”—the Menghuan Golden Pagoda…

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Attractions in Tengchong

Tengchong Ginkgo Village: A Golden Romance Hidden in the Autumn of Western Yunnan

A wooden sign reading “Tengchong Ginkgo Village,” surrounded by golden ginkgo leaves, paired with wooden chairs and the autumn sunshine, creates a warm and rustic scene.

Deep in the mountains of Tengchong in western Yunnan lies a fairy-tale village bathed in the golden glow of thousand-year-old ginkgo trees—Tengchong Ginkgo Village. Whenever autumn…

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Tengchong and Heishun Ancient Town: On the Outskirts of Yunnan, A Journey to Experience the Misty Rain of Jiangnan

The historic architecture of Heishun Ancient Town in Tengchong, Yunnan. The calligraphic inscription “Heishun: Harmony” is written on the white stone walls; behind them, traditional Chinese roofs and eaves with overhanging corners are visible, with layers of blue-glazed tiles showcasing the typical style of an ancient town. Under a clear blue sky, the streets and alleys of the ancient town are quiet and elegant, and the overall scene exudes a rich sense of history and culture as well as the traditional cultural character of Yunnan.

Nestled among the green mountains of Tengchong in western Yunnan lies an ancient town with a strong overseas Chinese heritage, gently caressed by the passage of time—the Heishun Ancient Town in Tengchong. This is…

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Tengchong National Memorial Cemetery: Where the Loyal Rest in the Green Hills—A Tribute That Transcends Time and Space

The main hall of the War of Resistance Memorial Hall at the Tengchong National Martyrs’ Cemetery, centered around a central sculpture and walls lined with steel helmets, recreates the tumultuous years of the War of Resistance in Western Yunnan and serves as a solemn tribute to the officers and soldiers of the Expeditionary Force.

Nestled among the lush green mountains of Tengchong in western Yunnan lies a tranquil and solemn place—the Tengchong National Martyrs’ Cemetery. This is China’s largest…