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Yunnan Kunming Stone Forest Yunnan Eighteen Monsters

#travelinginchina Yunnan Kunming Stone Forest Yunnan Eighteen Monsters, with stones growing beyond the clouds. Located in Shilin County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province, the Stone Forest covers an area of 350 square kilometers. It is the underwater world 270 million years ago, and enjoys the reputation of "the essence of the world's karst", "the first wonder in the world", and "the natural museum of sculpted landforms". It is also the hometown of Ashima. 🚌 Transportation: Take a taxi/self drive/Kunming East Bus Station tourist shuttle to Shilin Scenic Area in Kunming, Yunnan 💰 Ticket: 130 yuan ⏱ Open: 7:30-17:30 [Precautions] ✅ Electric scooter costs 25 yuan (including round-trip) and includes sightseeing tours around the scenic area ✅ It is recommended to depart in the morning. If there is enough time, you can go to the Shilin Karst Geological Museum ✅ The ticket includes scenic spots such as Dashilin, Xiaoshilin, Naigushilin, Changhu, Yuehu, and Shilin Karst Geological Museum ✅ The first tour includes all the main attractions in Shilin, suitable for family travel ✅ You can follow the tour guide team to learn more about the historical and cultural background of Shilin ✅ Be sure to buy an electric scooter ticket. The tourist center is 3km away from the entrance of the scenic area ✅ Elderly people, children, and those with insufficient physical strength can also take an electric scooter to the deepest part of the scenic area and then hike ✅ Hiking through the beautiful scenery between the Big Stone Forest and the Small Stone Forest ✅ Large Stone Forest takes 2-3 hours, Small Stone Forest takes 1-2 hours, Ancient Stone Forest takes 1-2 hours, and Long Lake takes 1-2 hours ✅ Be sure to prepare dry food, water, and wear a pair of comfortable sports shoes #travel #travelinginchina #trip #familytrip #historicallandmarks #localguides
Posted: Feb 26, 2025
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