Set amidst breathtaking natural beauty, the city of Kunming in China is also steeped in history offering intrepid travellers much to discover and experience.
Visit Idyllic Green Lake Park
One of the city’s most picturesque parks, this attraction can be found at the base of Luofeng Mountain. Walking distance for those staying at a Green Lake hotel Kunming has to offer, this site features four lakes and is a great spot for a laid-back stroll or to feed seagulls too!
Explore Kunming Old Street
Step back in time as it were and experience the city’s history in the Kunming Old Street area which dates back to 1119. Around a 15-minute walk from Grand Park Kunming, this part of the city is home to historical buildings some of which are from the Qing Dynasty. You can also visit the Yunnan Tea Culture Museum when here.
Stroll Around Yunnan University
Yunnan University which was founded in 1922 is a truly picturesque campus with age-old buildings and some stunning natural backdrops. One of the key allures is an area lined with ginkgo trees; the leaves turn to yellow from autumn to early winter (end of October to mid-December) and is a lovely sight indeed.
Take a Trip to the Stone Forest
No trip to Yunnan is complete without a visit to the ancient Stone Forest. Intrigued? At this site, you will find a forest not of wood, but of stone! These towering limestone formations are millions of years old and form a sort of ‘forest’ maze at one of the most awe-inspiring geological parks on the planet.
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