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The Most Beautiful Ashima Story in Yunnan

Yunnan's Most Beautiful Ashima Guide🌸 Kunming hides the most touching ethnic legends. This trip not only showcases the stunning karst landscapes but also lets you hear all the love stories of the Sani people! 🚩Trip Highlights Day 1: Stone Forest Scenic Area 📍Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming City, East Shilin Avenue ✨A must-visit big Stone Forest, the reflection in Jianfeng Pool is absolutely beautiful ✨Ashima turning into stone is so magical, remember to listen to the guide's story ✨It’s recommended to buy an electric cart ticket, the scenic area is too large to walk through completely Day 2: Jiuxiang Caves 📍Jiuxiang Yi Ethnic Township, Yiliang County ✨The light show in the Lion Hall is amazing ✨Taking a boat through Yincui Gorge feels incredible ✨Remember to bring a jacket, it’s a bit cool inside the caves Day 3: Yunnan Nationalities Village 📍1310 Dianchi Road, Xishan District ✨Different ethnic performances every day ✨The Ashima song and dance performance in the Sani Village is a must-see ✨You can rent ethnic costumes for photos 🍜 Food Tips: ▫️Try the cheese at the entrance of the Stone Forest Scenic Area ▫️The crossing-the-bridge rice noodles in the Nationalities Village are the most authentic ▫️The steam pot chicken at Jinma Biji Square in the city is amazing 👗 Outfit Suggestions: ▫️Wearing red in the Stone Forest is super photogenic ▫️It’s recommended to rent a set of Sani costumes in the Nationalities Village ▫️Wear non-slip shoes in the caves ⚠️ Practical Tips: 1. You need a guide in the Stone Forest to understand the Ashima story 2. Jiuxiang Caves have many stairs, elderly and children should be careful 3. Remember to take a photo of the performance schedule at the entrance of the Nationalities Village 4. The UV rays in Yunnan are very strong, reapply sunscreen anytime
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Posted: Aug 26, 2025
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