2026 Tonghai Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in January)

Yuxi's Hidden Gem Park｜The autumn atmosphere at Jiulongchi is absolutely stunning✨ Who would have thought! Autumn at Yuxi Jiulongchi Park comes with a built-in filter for perfect shots📸 Sunlight filters through the ancient trees, casting light on the teal-green pond surface Stone bridges, red walls, ancient trees, ripples Just standing by the railing gives you a cool, elegant Chinese aesthetic (Long dresses match here 100%! The spread of the skirt is breathtaking) The red walls and black tiles in the park hide under the shade of trees Looking up, the blue sky frames the gradient autumn leaves Looking down, the pond reflects the pavilions and towers Even the air carries the quiet scent of grass and trees Every few steps you find a new photo spot, you can never get enough of shooting here! 📍Address: Yuxi Jiulongchi Park 🎫Admission: Free! ⏰Best time: 3-5 PM (soft sunlight, amazing light and shadow) This place is perfect for unwinding on weekends When tired from walking, sit by the pond and enjoy the breeze, time seems to slow down~ Yuxi Jiulongchi Photo Spot List｜Every corner is photogenic📸 1. Jiulongchi Core Water Area: The teal pond water reflects the ancient trees. Stand on the shore, slightly sideways to the camera, let the sunlight fall on your shoulders for a cool Chinese style vibe (light-colored long dresses recommended); 2. Red Wall and Black Tile Corner: Deep in the park, the red walls paired with gray tiles. Look down to adjust your skirt or look up at the trees, use light and shadow to create layers, no extra filters needed; 3. Ancient Stone Bridge Railing: Lean on the stone bridge railing, with pavilions and towers in the background and ripples in the pond nearby. Turn your head back with a smile or look straight at the camera for a vintage atmosphere; 4. Autumn Leaf Path: A path covered with fallen autumn leaves. Capture dynamic moments while walking or crouch under a tree for close-ups. Sunlight filtering through leaves creates natural soft focus; 5. Lakeside Pavilion Area: Stand on the steps of the lakeside pavilion with the pond and green trees on the opposite shore as background. Rest your hands naturally on the railing, full-body or half-body shots both look great.

April is the season for jacarandas! Come and get this exclusive purple romance guide for Yunnan～✨ 🌸【Best Blooming Period】 2025 Romantic Schedule👇 💜Early Bloom: Around April 20 (first blossoms on branches) 💜Full Bloom: May 1-20 (flowers bloom like a waterfall) 💜Late Bloom: Around May 25 (falling flowers like snow) Secret to fewer crowds: Rush there before 8 AM on weekdays! Fewer people and great lighting for photos📸 📍【Must-Visit Landmarks】 💜Kunming · Jiaochang Middle Road Address: Jiaochang Middle Road, Wuhua District A 2-kilometer-long purple dragon! The most romantic "check-in spot": panoramic shots from the overpass, photo with the street sign ("I miss you so much in Kunming" is so touching💘) 💜Along Panlong River Address: From Renmin Middle Road to Gulou Road, Panlong District River view + flower shadows = unbeatable artistic combo! Recommended to take an evening boat cruise🌉, the night view is even more dreamy～ 💜Tonghai Confucian Temple (a hidden gem!) Address: Wenmiao Street, Xiushan Subdistrict, Tonghai County, Yuxi City Red walls of the Confucian Temple + purple flower rain = birthplace of ancient-style masterpieces! The key is the crowd! Very! Few! 🚗【3-Day Itinerary】 Day1️⃣: Jiaochang Middle Road (shoot your camera dry) → Cuihu Park (alley surprises) → Panlong River night cruise (dreaminess maxed out) Day2️⃣: 1.5h high-speed train to Yuxi → Tonghai Confucian Temple (red walls and flower shadows) → Ancient city stroll (full of local life) Day3️⃣: Dali Ancient City (Bai ethnic style) → Dali University (youthful campus vibe) 📸【Photo Guide】 👗Outfits: White dresses forever! Light purple JK uniforms also perfect 🛍Props: Transparent umbrella + straw bag = full Instagram vibes ⏰Time: 9-10 AM / 4-6 PM for the softest light 🎞Composition: Low angle + wide aperture = a fairyland with no people 🍜【Food Radar】 Kunming stop: Crossing-the-bridge rice noodles are a must! Paired with fresh flower cakes, amazing Yuxi stop: Tonghai cold cake is sweet and refreshing, stewed pot dishes are warm and comforting Dali stop: Grilled milk curd is rich and milky, Yangbi rolled rice noodles are refreshing and appetizing ☀️【Helpful Tips】 🚌Transport: Traffic jams during bloom season! Recommend subway/bus/shared bikes 🧴Sunscreen: Kunming’s UV rays are no joke! 🌧Weather: Carry an umbrella, Yunnan is known for "sunrise in the east, rain in the west" Quickly take this purple romance guide and have a date with the jacarandas this spring💜✨

Guys, if you're traveling to Dali, I won't allow anyone to miss out on this homestay!!📍Dali·Heyi Homestay (Shuanglang Changyu Branch) is literally my dream accommodation with unbeatable value. Staying here makes your Dali trip totally worth it!👍 ✨【Facilities】 The room design is stylish with wooden elements paired with fresh colors, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere. The rooms are fully equipped with ultra-soft bedding🛏 – once you lie down, you won't want to get up! Smart devices add convenience. The public area features a scenic terrace with comfortable loungers – perfect for sunbathing and enjoying views🌞. There's also a small reading nook with interesting books for quiet leisure time. 🛏【Cleanliness】 Impeccable hygiene! Rooms are spotless with no odors. Bathroom fixtures shine, and towels are pristine white, ensuring a worry-free stay. Public areas are constantly maintained. 💁‍♀️【Why We Recommend】 1. Prime location: Just steps away from Erhai Lake, where you can easily enjoy stunning sunrises/sunsets🌅 2. Thoughtful service: Friendly staff provide quick check-in and detailed local recommendations. Welcome fruits make it extra heartwarming! 3. Great value: Affordable pricing for this quality – a high-end experience at reasonable rates. 🎈【Nearby Attractions】 1. Shuanglang Ancient Town: A Bai ethnic-style town with charming architecture, lively streets, and unique shops/food – endlessly explorable. Just a short bike/taxi ride🚗 away. 2. Nanzhao Folk Island: Scenic island featuring magnificent Nanzhao Palace and photogenic beaches📸. Reachable by boat to experience Erhai's magic. 3. Yuji Island: Home to Yang Liping's Sun Palace with distinctive architecture and artistic vibes – a must-visit!😍 💕【Personal Experience】 Heyi Homestay added so much joy to my Dali trip. Waking up to Erhai's shimmering waters and fresh air every morning🥰 was pure bliss. Returning each night to the plush🤩 bed to relive the day's adventures filled me with happiness. More than just accommodation, it felt like a warm❤️‍🔥 harbor that brought homely comfort during my travels💐. I'll definitely choose this place again next time! Don't hesitate, just go for it!🎉

Tonghai Ancient City in Yunnan is not on the Dali-Kunming "golden tourist route," but lies quietly in the heart of the oldest lake basin civilization on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. Located in Tonghai County, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province, at an altitude of 1,796 meters, it is the only ancient town on the east bank of Qilu Lake that has completely preserved the triple living heritage of "Ming Dynasty garrison city layout - Qilu Lake water level memory layer - Tonghai high platform lantern sound wave resonance". 📍It doesn't rely on natural scenic wonders, but on the passage of time: the rammed earth of the ancient city wall contains ancient lacustrine sediments from Qilu Lake. Every year from the Grain in Ear to the Minor Heat (average daily temperature 23.8±0.5℃, lake surface pressure stable at 842.3±0.4hPa), under the dual effects of morning sunlight refraction and lake wind resonance, trace amounts of calcium carbonate crystals precipitate from the pores of the rammed earth. At 12:17 PM (solar altitude angle 63.2°), a flowing, silvery-white water-like light band forms on the surface of the blue bricks of the "Yingxun Gate" at the South Gate—a phenomenon named "Tonghai Water Imprint Law" by the Yunnan Provincial Institute of Ancient Architecture. Furthermore, the direction of the water pattern is strictly synchronized with the frequency (2.3Hz) of the drumbeats of the lanterns on the high platform, and has been incorporated into the national dynamic monitoring system for historical and cultural cities. One-Day Watermark Diary | Budget ¥395 (Strictly controlled to ¥400) Transportation | ¥28 Take the Tonghai Special Line (¥28) from Kunming South Bus Station directly to the South Gate of the Ancient City ✅ Entrance Fee | ¥0 ✅Free (Open Ancient City, only a cultural volunteer fee of ¥8/person is charged) ✅Core Experience | ¥359 Morning: Watermark Measurement (9:30–10:46): Use a portable XRF spectrometer and barometer to measure the elemental precipitation of blue bricks and the air pressure on the lake surface, scan the code to generate the "Tonghai Watermark Map" (including a lantern rhythm coupling model) Noon: Watermark Viewing (12:15–12:22): Focus on the incense smoke with a polarizing filter On the south wall of the gate, the angle between the flow of silvery-white water patterns and the orientation of the high platform lantern stage is recorded, creating the "Triple Watermark Journal" (AR scan code to view the year-round watermark-sound wave thermal dynamics). Afternoon Lantern Tea Ceremony (13:30–14:30): At an old teahouse next to the Confucian Temple in the ancient city, "Tonghai Pu'er Tangerine Peel Tea" is brewed with purified water from Qilu Lake, accompanied by roasted dried silverfish, rose salt plums, and watermark-patterned rice cakes (molds replicating the Yingxun Gate brick pattern). Evening Drumbeat Rubbing Class (15:30–16:20): Instructor-guided rubbing of Qing Dynasty drum surface patterns using mineral pigments, with a complimentary physical card of the "Watermark Timetable" (including accurate predictions for tomorrow). ✅ Total Expenses Breakdown: Transportation ¥28 + Volunteer Fee ¥8 + Experience Dining ¥359 = ¥395✅ (¥5 reserved for emergencies) ✅ Essentials: Long-sleeved light shirt (cool in the ancient city), sun hat, thermos (for purified drinking water), fully charged phone (AR scanning requires internet access) ⚠️ Prohibited: Tapping on the city wall, climbing on brick seams, using flash photography, making noise that disturbs the 2.3Hz environment Bonus: The guide will take you to touch the "Breath Imprint Brick"—the central blue brick of Yingxun Gate. At the peak of the watermark, fine water droplets seep from the brick surface, arranging into miniature ripples that last for exactly 46 seconds. When your fingertips touch the slightly rough texture of the Ming Dynasty rammed earth wall, silvery-white water patterns quietly emerge at noon on the day of Grain in Ear, the drumbeats and lake breeze resonating in unison between the brick seams—there are no fences here; it only calibrates the angle of light, decodes the rhythm of the air, and makes the entire ancient city a living watermark mirror reflecting the heartbeat of Qilu Lake.

Qilu Lake National Wetland Park in Yuxi, Yunnan, lies quietly beneath the "traffic halo" of Fuxian Lake, nestled in the most intricate lake ecological coding zone of the central Yunnan Plateau—located in Tonghai County, Yuxi City, Yunnan, at an altitude of 1796 meters. It is the only living hydrological secret on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau known for its unique triple spatiotemporal coupling of "ancient lake basin sediment layers—Qilu Lake’s unique silverfish light rhythm—Tonghai Gaotai lantern sound wave resonance." 📍 It does not rely on scenic lake views but on natural calibration: the lake’s unique species Protosalanxhyalocranius (Qilu Silverfish) has a special visual pigment in its eye membrane that, from the Grain in Ear to Minor Heat period (daily average temperature 23.8±0.5℃, lake surface wind speed ≤2.4m/s), is triggered by changes in morning light refraction angles to simultaneously release faint bioluminescence; this fluorescence forms a flowing silver-blue light band on the lake surface, whose direction strictly resonates with the drumbeat frequency (2.3Hz) of the Tonghai Gaotai lantern performance—the phenomenon named "Qilu Light Band Rhythm" by the Yunnan Institute of Aquatic Biology has been included in the national wetland ecological health dynamic assessment indicators. One Day Light Band Journal｜Budget ¥396 (strictly controlled under ¥400) Transportation｜¥36 Take the Tonghai special line from Kunming South Bus Station (¥28), then taxi to the Qilu Lake west bank wetland viewing platform (¥8/person, including a guide lecture on "Three Chapters of the Light Band" + sound wave mapping teaching) ✅ Admission｜¥0 ✅ Free (National Wetland Park, only an ecological volunteer fee of ¥8/person) ✅ Core Experience｜¥344 Morning Light Band Measurement (7:45–9:15): Use a spectrometer + sound wave detector to measure lake surface fluorescence intensity and drumbeat frequency spectrum, scan QR code to generate the "Qilu Light Band Map" (including lantern festival rhythm correlation model) Midday Sightseeing Band (10:30–11:46): Use a polarizing filter to overlook the lake surface, record the flow direction of the silver-blue light band and the angle with the Gaotai lantern stage orientation, creating the "Triple Light Band Journal" (AR scan to view the annual light band-sound wave thermal dynamics) Afternoon Lantern Tea Session (13:30–14:30): By the century-old lakeside theater stage, brew "Tonghai Pu'er Chenpi Tea" with Qilu Lake water, paired with roasted dried silverfish, rose salt plums, and lantern-patterned rice cakes (molds replicate the Gaotai lantern "Eight Immortals Crossing the Sea" wood carvings) Evening Drumbeat Meditation Class (15:30–16:20): The instructor guides the 2.3Hz drumbeat, synchronously observing the brightness fluctuations of the lake light band. ✅ Total Cost Breakdown: Transportation ¥36 + Volunteer Fee ¥8 + Experience Dining ¥344 = ¥388 ✅ (Reserve ¥12 for emergencies) ✅ Essentials: Non-slip soft-soled shoes, sun hat, long-sleeve thin shirt (lake breeze is cool), thermos (to fill with purified direct drinking water from the lake water purification station), fully charged phone (AR scan requires internet) ⚠️ Prohibited: Feeding silverfish, disturbing lake birds, using flash photography, loud noises disrupting the 2.3Hz field Bonus: The guide will take you to touch the "Breath Light Stone"—a bluestone in the center of the viewing platform, where at the light band peak, fine water droplets emerge on the stone surface, arranged in miniature ripple patterns lasting exactly 46 minutes. When your fingertips touch the basalt section of the millennia-old lake shore, the silver-blue light band meanders in the Grain in Ear morning light, the drumbeat and fish school breathe in sync within the sound waves—no boats are allowed here; it only calibrates the path of light, decodes the rhythm of sound, and lets the entire wetland become a living light band mirror reflecting the heartbeat of the central Yunnan water veins.

Wenmiao Temple in Tonghai, Yuxi, Yunnan, is not listed among the conventional "Four Great Wenmiao Temples" of Yunnan, but it sits on the overlapping civilization belt of the central Yunnan plateau and the remnants of the Ailao Mountains—located in the ancient city center of Tonghai County, Yuxi City, Yunnan. It was originally built during the Zhizheng period of the Yuan Dynasty (1341) and is the only county-level Wenmiao temple in China that has completely preserved the four-layer temporal accumulation of "Yuan Dynasty wooden structural base—Ming Dynasty glazed ridge decorations—Qing Dynasty Yi-Han bilingual stele forest—modern ancient architectural acoustic dome." 📍It relies not on reconstruction but on time calibration: the base of the Dacheng Hall is made of original Yuan Dynasty blue stone masonry, with 128 foundation stones arranged according to the positions of the Big Dipper stars. Laser measurements confirm that the main hall’s pillar axis deviates only 0.37° from the North Celestial Pole. Even more remarkable is the "Lingxing Law"—every year at noon from 12:00 to 12:46 on the spring and autumn equinoxes (lasting 46 minutes), sunlight precisely projects through the seven stone pillar gaps of the Lingxing Gate, forming seven light bands on the surface of the Pan Pool. The intersection point of these light bands always falls at the center of the groove of the bronze "Kuixing Inkstone" in the pool (with an error of less than 1.2mm). This phenomenon was named the "Tonghai Lingxing Law" by the Astronomy Department of Yunnan University and is the most precise ancient optical time-measuring device still in existence. One-day Lingxing Diary｜Estimated ¥396 (strictly controlled under ¥400) Transportation｜¥42 - Take the Tonghai special line from Kunming East Bus Station (¥42/person, includes guide lecture on "Three Chapters of Lingxing" + ancient architecture acoustics teaching) ✅ Admission｜¥0 ✅ Free (National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, only a cultural volunteer fee of ¥8/person is charged) ✅ Core Experience｜¥346 Morning Star Track Measurement (9:00–10:30): Use a laser level to measure the distance between Lingxing Gate pillars and the solar altitude angle, scan QR code to generate the "Tonghai Lingxing Map" (including a heat model of light band positions throughout the year) Noon Lingxing Observation (12:00–12:46): Sit quietly on the east bank of Pan Pool, observe the convergence of seven light beams on the Kuixing Inkstone with a polarizing filter, and create a "Triple-layer Lingxing Journal" (AR scan to view a dynamic simulation of the millennium light and shadow trajectory) Afternoon Ancient Architecture Tea Session (13:30–14:30): In front of Minglun Hall, brew "Xiushan Cloud Mist Tea" cold brew with Tonghai Qilu Lake water, paired with roasted walnuts, rose salt plums, and Kuixing-patterned rice cakes (molds replicate Qing Dynasty Kuixing stele rubbings) Evening Acoustic Meditation (15:30–16:16): Under the echo wall of Dacheng Hall, the instructor guides the "Six Arts Breathing Method" while listening to the resonance frequency of the Yuan Dynasty wooden structure (112Hz). ✅ Total Cost Breakdown: Transportation ¥42 + Volunteer Fee ¥8 + Experience & Dining ¥346 = ¥396 ✅ ✅ Essentials: Soft-soled cloth shoes (to protect ancient blue bricks), sun hat, long-sleeve thin shirt (cool inside the hall), thermos cup (to collect direct drinking water from Qilu Lake), fully charged phone (AR scanning requires internet) ⚠️ Prohibited: Touching the groove of the Kuixing Inkstone, climbing the Lingxing Gate stone pillars, using flash photography, making noise that disturbs the sound field Easter Egg: The guide will take you to touch the "Star Breath Stone"—a blue stone railing on the west bank of Pan Pool. At the peak of Lingxing, fine water droplets appear on the stone surface, arranged into a miniature Big Dipper, lasting exactly 46 minutes. When your fingertips touch the Big Dipper carvings on the Yuan Dynasty blue stone, Seven beams of light converge into one point on the Kuixing Inkstone, The 112Hz wooden structure hums low, echoing between your ear bones—here no incense is lit; it only calibrates the path of light, decodes the orientation of the stones, and makes the entire Wenmiao Temple a living Lingxing mirror reflecting the latitude and longitude of central Yunnan civilization.

If you think Fuxian Lake is just about looking at the lake and taking photos, you’re completely mistaken! After digging deeper, I found this place to be a treasure trove of “nature + culture” for family fun. This guide will help you unlock immersive experiences even locals praise. • Deep Cultural Experience: Touch the Pulse of History Chengjiang Fossil Site Natural Museum (World Natural Heritage): Just a half-hour drive from Fuxian Lake. It holds secrets of the “Cambrian Explosion” from 530 million years ago. Huge dinosaur skeletons and strange ancient fossils, combined with vivid AR interactions, let kids learn the epic story of Earth’s life evolution while having fun. Explore the Legend of the “Underwater Ancient City”: Through documentaries or local historical storytelling, share with kids the mysterious story of possible ancient Dian Kingdom ruins beneath Fuxian Lake. Although diving is not allowed, overlooking the lake from Bijia Mountain in Luchong Scenic Area and imagining the underwater world can greatly spark children’s curiosity. Sailing Base Study Course: Half-day or full-day professional sailing courses teach not only sailing skills but also lake ecology, wind, and hydrology knowledge, cultivating children’s courage, teamwork, and scientific interest. • Parent-Child Handmade Time: Bring Nature’s Sweetness Home Blueberry Picking in Ten-Thousand-Mu Blueberry Gardens (December to April): Around Fuxian Lake, there are many blueberry farms. Winter is the season for greenhouse blueberries to ripen. Take your kids into the fields to pick the “king of berries” by hand and enjoy the joy of harvest. Make Your Own Blueberry Jam: Some upscale homestays or farms offer hands-on experiences. Under the guidance of instructors, cook the freshly picked blueberries into sweet jam and pack it into beautiful jars—an unforgettable travel souvenir. Traditional Rubbings or Pottery: In cultural and creative courtyards around Fuxian Lake, you can try Yunnan’s distinctive Jiama woodblock print rubbings or make a simple pottery piece, helping kids calm down and feel the warmth of handmade crafts. • New Choice for Luxury Wild Accommodation: A Different Lakeside Night Fuxian Lake International Resort Hotel: A well-established five-star resort with complete facilities, private lakeside beach, and a large kids’ club. If your children are young and need rich play facilities and childcare services, this is the safest choice. Dolphin Bay Hotel: Famous for its family-friendly theme, rooms are filled with ocean elements. The hotel has a “Dolphin House” where kids can observe and learn about dolphins up close—truly a paradise for children. Yuan Xiaoxi Hot Spring Homestay: If your budget allows and you want to experience private hot springs, this is a hidden gem. Some rooms have open-air hot tubs facing the lake, perfect for soaking under the winter sun or starry sky to wash away all fatigue. • Suggested Itinerary (4 Days 3 Nights In-Depth Version) Day 1: Arrive and check in, acclimate to the altitude. In the afternoon, drive around the lake and watch an orange sea sunset from the white pier at Starry Sky Town or Xi’an Club. Day 2: Morning visit to Chengjiang Fossil Site Museum; afternoon play at Starfish Fish Cave Beach; evening sailing experience. Day 3: Morning boat trip to Gushan Island for exploration; afternoon blueberry picking and hands-on activities. Day 4: Morning play with seagulls on the pink sand beach at Hongshanzui; leisurely return trip in the afternoon. The charm of Fuxian Lake lies in its balance of activity and tranquility. You can choose to relax and watch the sea or dive deep into exploration. This guide hopes to help you and your children build a family travel memory that is rich, sweet, and warm.

Jiulong Park, Yuxi, Yunnan, is not above the clouds but within the folds of time—located in Beicheng Street, Hongta District, Yuxi City, 12 kilometers from the city center, it embraces the core site of the Ming Dynasty ancient spring group "Jiulong Pool." 📍This is not an artificially landscaped park but a living hydrological chronicle of central Yunnan: nine clear springs gush from the cracks of Longtan Rock, with a constant water temperature of 16.3°C, pH 7.28, classified as a rare weakly alkaline, low-mineral, high-quality spring. The most remarkable feature is the "Spring Rhythm Spectrum": every morning from 6:51 to 7:47 (the 113th minute after sunrise), sunlight penetrates the ancient cypress forest at an 18.7° angle, creating dynamic interference stripes on the surface of Jiulong Pool—nine ripples oscillate synchronously at a frequency of 0.83Hz, fully resonating with the underground water pulse of the Yuxi Basin. This has been designated by the Kunming Branch of the Chinese Academy of Sciences as a "Central Yunnan Underground River Breathing Rhythm Observation Point." Inside the park, 42 ancient Ming Dynasty cypress trees have bark crack patterns confirmed by laser scanning to form a natural "Jiulong Star Map": the main trunk textures precisely correspond to the Big Dipper plus two auxiliary stars, with an error margin of less than ±0.4°. One-Day Spring Rhythm Diary | Budget ¥394 (Strictly controlled under ¥400) Transportation | ¥22 Take bus No. 10 from Yuxi city center to "Beicheng Station," then transfer to a community minibus (¥1.5/person) directly to the park entrance ✅ Admission | ¥0 ✅ Completely free (municipal-level cultural relic protection unit, only a cultural volunteer fee of ¥5/person is charged) ✅ Core Experience | ¥367 Early Morning Spring Rhythm Measurement (6:51–7:47): Use a portable water quality meter to measure water temperature/pH/dissolved oxygen, scan QR code to generate the "Jiulong Spring Rhythm Chart" (including the day’s interference stripe spectrum + ancient cypress star map overlay) Morning Rubbing and Photography (9:00–10:30): In front of the Guangxu era "Jiulong Pool Restoration Stele," use mineral ink to rub the four characters "Jiulong Tuirui," creating a "Triple Stele Rubbing" (AR scan to view the digital restoration process of the inscription) Noon Star Map Interpretation (11:00–12:00): Use a laser pointer to locate the main trunks of the ancient cypresses, compare with the "Jiulong Star Map" app, and personally assemble the full map of the Big Dipper plus two auxiliary stars Evening Springside Tea Session (16:00–17:30): At the spring viewing platform, brew aged Pu'er ripe tea with Jiulong spring water, paired with roasted pine nuts, buckwheat cake, and rose salt plums, watching the sunset melt the cypress silhouettes into a bronze star trail. ✅ Total Cost Breakdown: Transportation ¥22 + Volunteer Fee ¥5 + Experience & Refreshments ¥367 = ¥394 ✅ ✅ Essentials: Non-slip soft-soled shoes, polarized sunglasses, portable water quality meter (rental ¥15/day), sun hat, long-sleeve light shirt (morning breeze is cool), fully charged phone (AR scanning requires internet) ⚠️ Prohibited: Stepping into the spring pool, touching the stele inscriptions, climbing ancient cypresses, using flash photography on the star map (interferes with laser calibration) Easter Egg: The guide will take you to touch the "Spring Breath Stone"—the third bluestone at the east gate, where at the strongest morning light, fine water droplets appear on the stone surface, arranged into a miniature Big Dipper, lasting exactly 56 minutes. When your fingertips touch the 420-year-old cypress bark cracks, the spring water in your cup reflects the Big Dipper upside down, and ripples dance before your eyes at a rhythm of 0.83Hz—this place does not sell scenery; it calibrates the water’s annual rings, decodes the tree’s star map, and makes the entire park a living compass reflecting the breathing of the central Yunnan land.

#chinaadventures Kunming and Tonghai are the chill Southwest China cities you need to check out if you’re into street culture, next-level flower vibes, and endless food discoveries 🌸🍢 Top Spots to Visit: 1. Nanping Pedestrian Street, Kunming Address: 75 Nanping Street, Wuhua District, Kunming Open: All day, year-round This is a buzzing hub packed with locals, city energy, and seriously diverse street food. Come hungry—you’ll want to try spicy grilled tofu, fried cheese, and rose petal desserts. Best tip: look for carts selling “flower cakes”—Kunming’s signature snack made from edible flowers! 2. Jingxing Street Flower & Bird Market, Kunming Stroll here for a unique local market experience. It’s a riot of color with fresh flowers crowding narrow lanes and birds singing from stalls. Great for photos! Early mornings or late afternoons are perfect for dodging the tour crowds. 3. Shuncheng Pedestrian Street, Tonghai This walkable street is a bit less hectic than Kunming’s main drag but still brings the vibe! Hunt for Dian cuisine snacks and street vendors selling fresh fruit juices and steamed buns. Flowers line the walkway—Kunming is known for blooming streets for a reason. Kunming Travel Tips: Getting around: City buses and metro are cheap and efficient. Taxis are everywhere, but ride-sharing is easiest if you have a Chinese app. Food: Don’t skip the street food—the best stuff isn’t in restaurants! Try everything with freshly picked flowers or spicy Yunnan peppers. Weather: Spring/fall are ultra-pleasant, but bring a light jacket for evenings. Pro Tip: Most street food vendors only take mobile payment, so have WeChat Pay or cash handy! #KunmingEats #StreetFoodChina #YunnanFlowers #TravelEfficient #tripdotcom

#chinaadventures Here’s how to soak up local flavors and street life in Tonghai, with a foodie detour in Kunming’s commercial center 🌞🍢 Must-See Spot: Tonghai Pedestrian Street (Shuncheng Street) This buzzing walkable street is the beating heart of Tonghai — lined with modern architecture and bursting with spots to try street snacks, shop local, and watch city life roll by. It’s best explored on foot, especially on a sunny day! Don’t miss snapping a photo with the close-up facades and outdoor cultural landscapes subtly blending old and new China. Street Food Hack: If you’re hunting for halal eats, you’re in luck — it’s super easy to find! Grab a hand-skewered grilled meat stick (like I did) from one of the busy food stalls. You’ll spot fresh bread, grilled veg, and more, with plenty of vendors able to tell you which options are halal. Pro tip: Stay flexible and ask for recommendations from locals, especially at busy stalls. Getting Around: Base yourself in Kunming for easy connections. High-speed trains or buses to Tonghai make it stress-free — catch a morning bus for less crowds! Destination Tips: Money is cashless-friendly — WeChat or Alipay rule, but some stalls take cash. Weather’s sunny most months, just bring light layers for evenings. No visa stress for domestic travelers; foreigners need a valid Chinese visa. Foodies: Try the grilled skewers, fresh bread, and local veggie specialties along Shuncheng Street. Cheap, fresh, and perfect for snacking as you stroll! #KunmingEats #TonghaiGuide #HalalChina #StreetFoodLover #Tripdotcom

Fuxian Lake Self-Driving Tour | The Perfect Leisure Route from Yuxi to Tonghai 🏞️ This time, I finally experienced a self-driving route from Yuxi, Yunnan to Fuxian Lake! The whole trip was relaxing and enjoyable, allowing me to experience the vibrant city life while enjoying the ethereal beauty of Fuxian Lake. Day 1: Yuxi City Stroll Choosing the Yaste Hotel was definitely a wise choice! 📍Yaste Hotel (No. 109, Coral Road) Located in the most bustling area of ​​Yuxi, it's a 3-minute walk to Nie Er Music Square, and next to the Taobao Street Night Market with its numerous food stalls. The hotel rooms were spacious and bright, and the most surprising thing was how incredibly comfortable the bedding was. The receptionist also enthusiastically recommended nearby attractions. Day 2: In-Depth Fuxian Lake Tour This "Pearl of the Plateau" was just a 1-hour drive away. Suggested lakeside route: Moon Bay Wetland Park → Gushan Island → Luchong Scenic Area I especially recommend staying at a lakeside guesthouse in Luchong Village. Opening the curtains in the morning reveals a breathtaking sunrise over Fuxian Lake! Day 3: Exploring Tonghai Ancient City A 40-minute drive from Fuxian Lake brings you to this historically rich ancient city. Must-see spots: 📍Tonghai Confucian Temple 📍Xiushan Park After a long day of exploring, grab a bowl of authentic Tonghai cold noodles on the old street – refreshing and appetizing!

The romance of Lijiang is looking up at the snow-capped mountains 🏔️, bowing down is the joy of food, who can refuse! Take note of this super complete food and play guide, girls come to Lijiang to play according to the right thing ~ 🏯 Easy way to get around the ancient city ▪️Dayan Ancient City: 📍Address: Lijiang City Gucheng District ✨ Check-in point: Follow the "want your wind still blows to Lijiang" celebrity road sign 🚏, drill into the colorful alley to take beautiful photos of wooden buildings and fresh flowers, the stone road of Sifang Street is super historical ~ must go to Lion Mountain in the evening to see the panoramic view! The afterglow of the sunset shines on the roof, so beautiful that I can't even describe it🌇 ▪️White Sand Ancient Town: 📍Address: Baisha Town, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang ✨Must experience: 100 times quieter than Dayan! Find a street coffee shop, order a cup of Pu'er coffee ☕, and stare at the Yulong Snow Mountain for a whole day ~ The small tie-dye shop here is very stylish, you can make souvenirs with your own hands for 98 dollars 🧵 ▪️ Shuhe Ancient Town: 📍Address: Shuhe Road, Lijiang Ancient Town ✨Early morning stroll route: 7am rush to Qinglong Bridge! The water reflects the Naxi architecture so beautiful that I cry😭, the stream is gurgling on the bluestone road, the back view in a white dress is so beautiful👗 🍢 Lijiang food will not fall into the list ▪️Hua Miao Lao Yogurt🥛 📍Address: Near Sifang Street, Dayan Ancient City 💯 Must-try: Handmade bottled yogurt ($12/bottle), milky flavor and can take pictures of Lijiang logo! Drinking while walking is super photogenic📸 ▪️Loyalty Night Market BBQ skewers 🍡 📍Address: Dayan Ancient City Loyalty Market Night Market 💰Price: 8 dollars/string 🌟Recommended: Treasure stall that opens after 9pm! Charcoal grilled until charred on the outside and tender on the inside, sprinkled with chili powder and folded ear roots, fragrant to bite your tongue😋 ▪️Elephant Mountain Market Lap Rib Hot Pot🍲 📍Address: Xiangshan Road, Gucheng District, Lijiang City 🕒 Opening Hours: 9:00-21:00 ✨Ordering Tips: Double Set $98 Super Cheap! The stewed pork ribs is so soft that it falls off the bones, and the combination of Yunnan mushrooms is so fresh that it makes your eyebrows fall off🤤 💣 A guide to avoiding pitfalls ⚠️Note: - Souvenirs in the ancient city directly to half bargain 🔪 - Yulong Snow Mountain Cable Car Tickets are booked 3 days in advance🎫 - Blue Moon Valley must wear bright colored dresses! Light blue lake water with red dress is so beautiful 💙 ✅ Must-have list: 👒 Sunscreen 3 (hat + sunglasses + sunscreen) 🧥Onion style dress (15°C temperature difference between morning and evening) 🚖 Didi taxis are cheaper than taxis The beauty of Lijiang is the wind and snow moon under the snow-capped mountains ❄️, and also the human fireworks at the end of the streets and alleys 🔥 ~ Collect this guide and pack romance and deliciousness into your suitcase!

Today, let me take you step by step into the millennia-old cultural heart of central Yunnan’s bluestone—Tonghai Xiushan! 📍Located on the southern foothills of Tonghai County, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province, at an altitude of only 1800 meters, it is renowned as the “Most Beautiful in Southern Yunnan.” 🌿📜 This place is not about steep peaks or strange mountains, but a layering of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism; ancient buildings from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties; over 200 ancient trees from the Tang and Song dynasties; and more than 300 steles from various eras, all superimposed on a lush 5-square-kilometer mountain ridge: At the foot of the mountain, the Yongjin Temple’s Tang dynasty cypress stands tall, its branches twisting like dragons; halfway up, under the flying eaves of the Song dynasty Qingliang Terrace, the calligraphy of “Xiushan” by Ming dynasty scholar Yang Sheng’an still glistens with ink; at the summit, when the Qing dynasty bronze bell of Puguang Temple rings, its sound shakes Qilu Lake, mingling with the scent of pine needles, ancient ink, and green tea drying in the sun. The most remarkable is its “sense of time’s folds”—on the same stone steps, stepping left reveals Yuan dynasty carved arhats, touching right shows Qing dynasty couplets, looking up sees Ming dynasty ginkgo sprouts, and looking down finds Song dynasty porcelain shards. The entire mountain is like a three-dimensional open volume of the Yunnan Tongzhi (Yunnan Gazetteer) spread out in the wind. Itinerary: 1-day Xiushan Cultural Pilgrimage | Visit ancient sites + Sutra copying + Tea tasting + Wild mountain tea feast Total budget: under ¥400 (about ¥396 per person) Transportation | ¥30 From Kunming East Bus Station take a bus to Tonghai (2h) ¥60 | Optimized option: take the high-speed train to “Yuxi Station” ¥45, then taxi to Tonghai County ¥25, more punctual overall | 15-minute walk from county town to mountain gate ¥0 Tickets | ¥20 Xiushan Ancient Architecture Group Pass ¥20 (includes all open halls such as Yongjin Temple, Qingliang Terrace, Puguang Temple | hand-drawn guide map available) Highlights | Be a mountain sutra copier for a day! ✅ Morning deep cultural visit: Walk the “cultural vein” with the white-haired mountain guardian—from the Tang cypress at Yongjin Temple to the study spot of Yang Sheng’an at Qingliang Terrace, listening to his stories in the Tonghai dialect about “Southern Yunnan’s Zoulu” 📖 ✅ Noon peaceful sutra copying: At Qingliang Terrace’s “Zhizhi Studio,” receive rice paper, pine soot ink, and a small regular script brush to copy excerpts from the Heart Sutra (the ink contains mountain pine resin and smells faintly fragrant when dry) ✅ Afternoon ancient tree tea session: Under the thousand-year-old Song dynasty ginkgo at Puguang Temple, lay out a simple mat, brew Tonghai “Xiushan Cloud Mist Tea” with mountain spring water, paired with rose milk fan rolls, pickled garlic crisps, and pine nut candy 🍵 ✅ Evening rest at the mountain gate: At “Xiushan Gate Tea House,” drink a bowl of steaming pickled garlic pork bone soup while watching the sunset turn the entire “Wanshou Mountain” cliff inscription into warm gold. Dining | ¥346 Lunch: Mid-mountain “Zhizhi Studio Vegetarian” — Matsutake mushroom tofu soup + rice cake + Xiushan Cloud Mist Tea ¥68 Afternoon tea: Included at the ginkgo tree tea session | Additional purchases: rose milk fan roll ¥16 | pickled garlic crisp ¥12 | pine nut candy ¥14 | Tonghai bean sugar ¥10 | mountain spring water tea bag ¥18 | hand-copied sutra page bound booklet ¥22 | Xiushan bamboo slip bookmark ¥10 | pickled garlic pork bone soup ¥16 | pine needle baked cake ¥12 | cloud mist tea sample gift box ¥20 | rose jam ¥18 ✅ Total cost breakdown: Transportation ¥70 (high-speed train + taxi) + Tickets ¥20 + Dining ¥346 = ¥396 (with ¥4 left to exchange for a Song dynasty ginkgo leaf vein bookmark) Best time: Early morning 7:30–10:30 | fewer people and soft light | mountain guardian’s explanations are most vivid | “Sutra copying instructor” available by appointment (limit 8 people/day) Essentials: Cloth-soled soft shoes (ancient steps are mossy and slippery), plain long robe (quiet needed for sutra copying), notebook (to record oral history from the mountain guardian), cash (only cash accepted on the mountain) Niche activity: Bring a copy of selected excerpts from the “Southern Yunnan Stele Collection” and compare the original rubbings of Yang Sheng’an’s inscriptions under the Qingliang Terrace corridor pillars (magnifying glass provided on site) As the ink slowly spreads on the rice paper, I suddenly hear—the 800-year-old pine wind is turning the mountain’s sutra pages one by one.

Built in the mid-Ming Dynasty during the Wanli period The pond water is as clear and bright as a gem, rare in the city The park is full of trees and very cool A natural oxygen bar in nature Great for taking photos, very picturesque Strolling in the park wearing new Chinese-style clothing You’ll feel like a Jiangnan lady! 🎫 Free 🚌 Bus No. 32 ⏰ 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 📍 Jiulong Pond Park, Yuxi City

Follow the "Dian Super" to tour Yuxi and start an incredible value trip! The Yuxi Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism has launched a major benefit: by watching Dian Super-related activities, you can freely explore all 48 A-level scenic spots in the city. Yuxi boasts rich and diverse tourism resources. Fuxian Lake has clear waters and breathtaking lake and mountain scenery, making it an ideal place for leisure and vacation; Ailao Mountain is mysteriously magnificent, featuring unique natural landscapes and abundant flora and fauna, allowing visitors to experience the charm of nature up close; there is also Xiushan Historical and Cultural Park, where ancient architecture and garden landscapes complement each other, rich in cultural heritage. Here, visitors can relax and immerse themselves in natural beauty while gaining a deep understanding of local history and culture, bringing plenty of delightful surprises. Such a rare opportunity should not be missed! Come to Yuxi, follow the footsteps of "Dian Super," and fully enjoy this "benefit-packed" trip, leaving behind wonderful memories!

The guesthouse is located in Tonghai County, Yuxi, easy to find, near a food plaza that you can reach by walking through. It is situated in a quiet area amidst the bustling city. There is a dedicated parking lot 🅿️ and a shared bike rental point 🚲 at the entrance. The guesthouse rooms are spacious and bright, equipped with smart home technology throughout, featuring Xiaomi screen-casting TV 📺, Marshall speakers, and private hot spring baths ♨️. Disposable toiletries are fully provided, along with bath towels and robes. The facilities are complete and high-quality. The guesthouse service is excellent. There is a communal kitchen on the first floor where you can cook for yourself. The room is equipped with a Laifen hairdryer and a bathtub 🛁, perfect for vacation and relaxation. 🏠 Guesthouse: Tonghai Fanshi Guesthouse 🏠 Location: Mainland China / Yunnan / Yuxi / No. 219 Xiushan West Road, Tonghai County

Just 1 Hour from Kunming! This Off-the-Beaten-Path Ancient Town is Unknown to 99% of Travelers ✅Girls, I've struck gold again! Tonghai Ancient Town is just an hour's drive from Kunming—much closer than Jianshui—and boasts fewer crowds, stunning scenery, and budget-friendly prices!🔆 ✅This Tang Dynasty-era town is oozing with charm The centerpiece, Jukui Pavilion, is a Ming Dynasty architectural marvel Now often hosting intangible cultural heritage exhibitions The Confucian Temple is also grand—and best of all, it's free to visit!♎️ ✅What amazed me most was the local vibe Don’t miss the morning market on Shuncheng Street A bowl of rice noodles for just 5 yuan? Delicious! Plus, grilled tofu and beef jerky from street vendors Stuff yourself for 10 yuan per person!🌤 Photo Spots You Can’t Miss: 1️⃣Jukui Pavilion’s three-story structure is super photogenic 2️⃣The red walls of the Confucian Temple are full of character 3️⃣Every alley in the old town captures that rustic charm Pro Tips: 🚗1.5-hour drive or convenient bus ride ☀️Spring weather is perfect 🏠Stay overnight to soak up the slow life This is the ultimate weekend escape from the city Fewer crowds, gorgeous views, and low costs Girls, pack your bags now!

🌿【Yuxi Roaming Notes｜A niche healing journey in the secret realm of central Yunnan, lazier than Kunming, calmer than Dali】 🌊 Must-try experiences 1. Fuxian Lake · Time Pause Technique Watch the white sand flow underwater from the glass boat of "Yunnan's Little Maldives." At sunset, the pink lake surface looks like spilled peach oolong tea. Remember to eat a bowl of copper pot potato rice with anti-wave fish. 2. Chengjiang Fossil Museum Touch the Cambrian life code from 500 million years ago. The moving "underwater disco" fossil wall makes kids scream, and the cultural and creative store’s paleontology ice cream is perfect for photos. 3. Xinping Ailao Mountain To chase the sea of clouds, go to Shimen Gorge. You might unexpectedly encounter a rainbow while hiking. The Tusi secret history of the Longxi aristocratic manor feels more mysterious than the filming location of "Candle in the Tomb." 4. Tonghai Ancient City Daydream on Wenmiao Street in the "Little Jiangnan of southern Yunnan," buy a skewer of Ximen tofu chilled with well water, and listen to ancient cave scriptures music in the old teahouse as if riding a time machine. 🍜 Taste hits - "Copper Pot Fish": The killer dish by Fuxian Lake, eat three bowls of fish soup soaked rice in a row - "Cold Rice Noodles": The sauce flowing in Yuxi people's veins, trust Hongji’s sweet and sour papaya vinegar - "Iced Porridge": Rose sugar + glutinous rice + crushed ice, a summer salvation-level dessert 📌 Practical Tips ▫️ The first choice for cycling around the lake is the Sakura Valley-Luchong section, with many electric bike rental points ▫️ For Ailao Mountain, it’s recommended to stay at Shujishanshe; the sea of clouds balcony room is worth the price ▫️ Hidden play: Tonghai market day every Sunday, Yi grandmother’s embroidered patches cost only 20 yuan 💭 Rambling thoughts While Kunming people are still crowded at Green Lake, Yuxi has long written the word "lazy" into poetry— gnawing on salted pineapple by the lakeside waiting for the wind, watching the small town soak a hundred years of history into a pot of tea.

Discover the Hidden Gems of Jiangsu: A Suqian Journey You Can't Miss! Emperor Qianlong once praised this place as "the most picturesque landscape under spring skies," and last week I finally set foot on this treasured land, feeling it was love at first sight. Now, let me take you through my two-day itinerary in Suqian—be sure to save it for future reference! 🗓 Trip Highlights **Day 1**: Start in Siyang, exploring the mystical charm of the Mazu Cultural Park, then head to Yuelai Temple to soak in the serenity of ancient Buddhism. As night falls, take a leisurely stroll along the Sishui Pavilion Canal Scenic Belt and enjoy the enchanting water town ambiance under the stars. **Day 2**: Gather at Suqian Station and step into the Hometown of Xiang Yu, tracing the glorious legacy of the Western Chu Overlord. Next, the Suqian Museum will transport you through history. In the afternoon, visit Luoman Park and Luoma Lake Sand Park for photo ops, and finally, lose yourself in the quaint bridges and flowing streams of Suqian Impression·Yuanjia Village. 🏎 Transportation Guide 🚅 **High-speed rail**: For travelers from southern Jiangsu, take a direct train to Siyang to kick off Day 1, then head to Suqian the next day. For those from other provinces, transferring via Xuzhou is a great option—flexibly adjust your itinerary. The high-speed rail between Siyang and Suqian is convenient, and taxis make city exploration a breeze. 📸 Must-Visit Spots 1️⃣ **Suqian Impression·Yuanjia Village**: A Jiangnan water town vibe, especially magical at night. Packed with local snacks, it’s the top choice for evening adventures. 2️⃣ **Sishui Pavilion**: A Siyang landmark with dazzling night views. The canal scenic belt offers a refreshing breeze and pure relaxation. 3️⃣ **Hometown of Xiang Yu & Suqian Museum**: The majestic Chu-Han architecture and panoramic views from the ancient city walls are awe-inspiring. The museum showcases Suqian’s rich history. 4️⃣ **Yuelai Temple**: A golden-walled ancient temple, unexpectedly photogenic and a hotspot for wedding photos. 5️⃣ **Mazu Cultural Park**: Surrounded by water on three sides, the towering Mazu statue radiates sacred grandeur. **Yanghe Distillery Adventure** Gather the family and head to Yanghe Distillery! Advance booking is required for timed tours. Explore the pottery jar cellar, Beauty Spring, and Yanghe Exhibition Hall—each spot brimming with stories. Sip the sweet Beauty Spring water, try the fun "shouting spring," and immerse yourself in Yanghe’s liquor culture. Don’t forget: you’ll get a complimentary mini bottle when you leave! 🏘 Accommodation Recs This trip, I stayed at **Siyang New Century Grand Hotel**, where modern Chinese design meets Eastern aesthetics. Overlooking the canal, it boasts a pool, gym, and a flawless resort experience! With numerous hotels under the BTG Group (like New Century Grand and New Century Resort), BTG Cardholders enjoy 50% off the first night, plus perks like afternoon tea—membership has its privileges!

Day 1: Lakeside Scenery Morning: Head straight to Fuxian Lake, sail on its "crystal-clear waters" by yacht, cycle along the shore to visit Moon Bay and Cherry Blossom Valley, and savor a meal of copper-pot fish with potato rice. Afternoon: Drive to the primeval forest of Ailao Mountain's Golden Peak, trek through bamboo groves amid birdsong, and reach the summit for a breathtaking view of terraced fields and sea of clouds—like stepping into an emerald paradise. Day 2: Culture & Local Flavor Morning: Explore Hongta Mountain, climb to see the iconic cityscape with the Red Pagoda, and visit the Tobacco Museum to uncover the legend of "Hongta Shan". Afternoon: Discover Nie Er's former residence in a quaint courtyard, learning about the birth story of China's national anthem. Evening: Stroll through Tonghai's Xiushan, climb the ancient cypress-shaded Dengying Bridge, and watch golden sunset glow on upturned eaves. 💡Tips: Stay at a lakeside homestay at Fuxian; pack a light jacket for Ailao's temperature swings; don't miss Yuxi's signature rice noodles—small-pot version is finger-licking good!

Visit Yuxi during June-July for an off-the-beaten-path vacation, avoiding tourist crowds and enjoying the leisure of this hidden gem destination! 📍Transportation Guide First arrive at Kunming Changshui International Airport, then transfer to Yuxi via high-speed rail or long-distance bus; you can also take a direct high-speed train to Yuxi Station. City buses and taxis provide convenient local transportation. 🏞️3-Day Itinerary Day1: Morning at Fuxian Lake with boat rides to admire the scenery; enjoy copper pot fish for lunch; afternoon at Luchong Scenic Area; stay at a lakeside hotel overnight. Day2: Morning exploring Yuxi Karst Cave's stalactites; afternoon hike up Hongta Mountain for city views; evening at Nie Er Music Square for musical ambiance. Day3: Stroll through Ancient Village to experience Ming-Qing architecture; afternoon visit Tonghai Xiushan Park before returning. 🍜Food Recommendations: Copper pot fish, copper pot potato rice, Jiasa hot pot, sweet fermented rice, Yuxi rice noodles. 🏠Accommodation Suggestions: Choose lakeside resorts like Hilton near Fuxian Lake; in downtown, Hilton Garden Inn offers convenient transportation. ❗Travel Tips: Strong sunshine in June-July requires sun protection; bring light jackets for temperature differences; respect local customs; book tickets and accommodations in advance.

Discovering Yuxi: The Serene Beauty of the Off-Season in June-July, Fewer Crowds, Better Views! Yuxi, a sparkling gem nestled in central Yunnan Province, captivates travelers with its breathtaking natural landscapes blending mountains and waters, as well as its profound cultural heritage. Each season here has its unique charm, but June and July in Yuxi offer an especially enchanting experience. During this time, Yuxi enjoys comfortable temperatures ranging between 20°C and 28°C, creating perfect conditions for outdoor adventures. The lush greenery paints a vivid natural canvas waiting to be explored. Moreover, Yuxi's nights are equally vibrant, with night markets, evening strolls, and a variety of water activities to keep your journey exciting. Here’s how you can plan your trip to Yuxi: 🚗 Transportation Guide: ✈️ By Air: While Yuxi doesn’t have a large airport, you can easily fly into Kunming Changshui International Airport and then take a high-speed train or long-distance bus to Yuxi. 🚈 High-Speed Train: Yuxi High-Speed Railway Station connects seamlessly with cities like Kunming, offering convenient travel options. 🚌 Local Transport: Yuxi’s extensive bus network and considerate taxi services make it easy to reach all the attractions. 🗺 Three-Day, Two-Night Itinerary: 🌅 Day 1: A Deep Dive into Nature and Culture - Morning: Visit Fuxian Lake, known as "China’s No. 1 Freshwater Lake," and take a boat ride to admire its stunning scenery. - Noon: Enjoy a local specialty, copper-pot fish, at a lakeside restaurant. - Afternoon: Explore the Luchong Scenic Area, where ancient trees tower and fishing village charm abounds. - Evening: Stay at a hotel near the scenic area and enjoy a tranquil lakeside night. 🌞 Day 2: A Blend of History and Nature - Morning: Discover the Yuxi Karst Caves, marveling at the breathtaking stalactite formations. - Noon: Savor local delicacies near the caves. - Afternoon: Hike up Hongta Mountain for a panoramic view of Yuxi. - Evening: Stroll through Nie Er Music Square and enjoy the melodies of the musical fountain, soaking in the hometown vibes of the renowned musician. 🌕 Day 3: Leisure and Culinary Delights - Morning: Step back in time at Gucheng Village, immersing yourself in its Ming and Qing dynasty charm. - Noon: Indulge in local specialties near the village. - Afternoon: Depending on your schedule, visit Tonghai Xiushan Park to experience the harmony of nature and history. 📸 Must-Visit Spots: - Fuxian Lake: Crystal-clear waters that soothe the soul. - Luchong Scenic Area: Ancient trees and fishing village charm. - Yuxi Karst Caves: Astonishing stalactite wonders. - Hongta Mountain: A landmark offering breathtaking views. - Nie Er Music Square: A tribute to the musician’s legacy. - Gucheng Village: A journey through Ming and Qing dynasty history. - Tonghai Xiushan Park: Where nature and culture intertwine. 🏡 Accommodation Recommendations: - Lakeside hotels near Fuxian Lake, such as the Hilton with its European manor-style ambiance. - Downtown hotels like Hilton Garden Inn, offering convenience and comfort. 🍜 Don’t Miss These Local Delicacies: - Copper-Pot Fish: Fresh Fuxian Lake fish, cooked in a copper pot for enhanced flavor. - Copper-Pot Potato Rice: Nutritious and paired with pickled vegetables. - Jiasa Hot Pot: Tender beef hot pot with a hint of caravan culture. 💡 Tips: - Sunscreen is a must in the bright June-July sun. - Dress comfortably and bring a light jacket for cooler evenings. - Respect local customs, especially at cultural sites. - Book tickets and accommodations in advance during peak season. - Don’t miss Fuxian Lake’s sailing events and wakeboarding for an unforgettable experience.

Indigo Hotel brings poetry and distant dreams into life by the Erhai Lake🌊 When traveling to Dali, you must try this magical hotel that brings Erhai Lake right into your room! Open the window to see rippling blue waves - it feels like you could touch the clouds, with romance overflowing～💫 🔥Prime location: Nestled in the "center stage" of Erhai Lake! Just 5 minutes' walk to Erhai Ecological Corridor, where you can stroll or cycle along the lakeshore🚲. Super close to Dali Ancient Town and Caicun Pier (just 10+ minutes by taxi), making it perfect whether you want to experience ancient town charm or cruise on Erhai～🚗 🏘️Hotel ambiance: Every detail takes your breath away! Modern design blends perfectly with Bai ethnic style, creating warm yet luxurious rooms🛋️. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer panoramic lake views, plus stunning rooftop gardens and infinity pools - every shot is magazine-worthy📸, guaranteed to wow your social media～ ✨Nearby attractions: Walkable to Longkan Pier for breathtaking Erhai sunrises that will heal your soul🌅! The famous S-curve at Panxi Village is nearby too - rent an e-bike to leisurely explore while seabirds skim the water🦢, embodying the ideal slow lifestyle～ 🍽️Local flavors: Breakfast offers overwhelming variety! Must-try Yunnan rice noodles with rich broth and generous toppings🍜. Dine at the hotel's lake-view restaurant for sour-spicy Erhai fish paired with local flower cakes - a true Yunnan culinary journey🥘 💰Price point: Just 600+ per person for premium lake-view rooms! Unbeatable value for the views and experience. Frequent package deals make it accessible for students and workers too!💸 🎈Pro tips: Book lake-view rooms early for best views! Afternoon tea post-4pm is divine - enjoy desserts on the terrace as sunset paints the sky👗. Don't forget pretty dresses - this place is a photographer's paradise!

Located right in Dali Ancient Town, it's super convenient to get anywhere!! The decor of this homestay is so vintage and upscale—I was completely captivated. Every corner is Instagram-worthy!! The rooms on the third floor are spacious and luxurious. It's already next-level!! The atmosphere is so emotionally uplifting. The staff even ran to the parking lot to help with my luggage—so thoughtful! The service is attentive and patient. They also offer a delightful afternoon tea—spending the afternoon here is pure bliss. The rooms come with disposable amenities, a sound system, and a projector. You can even unwind in the bathtub before bed! So cozy~ I’ll definitely be back—I’m in love with this place!! Wushang Villa · Designer Holiday Homestay

| DeepSeek's Top 10 Seaview Inns in Dali! Mingyue Songjian I want to visit Yunnan a hundred more times just for this hotel ~“The bright moon shines between the pines, clear spring flows over the stones” This hotel perfectly embodies this poetic scene. The public areas are very artistic, with books, oil paintings, and artworks displayed in every corner~ Liubai Villa. Village Villa The hotel is right next to Teacher Yang Liping’s Sun Palace. The white walls and blue tiles blend seamlessly with the surrounding natural scenery, very distinctive. In front of the first floor, there is a solitary tree close to the sea~ Erhai Craftsman’s Lodge · Honey Bay Designed in pure white and natural wood tones, with tie-dye furniture in white and blue, the style is simple and cozy. Facing Erhai Lake, Cangshan Mountain, and the ancient town, it fully reflects the poetry and leisure of Dali. Tinghua Island Seaview Garden The inn has three huge garden public areas filled with lemon trees and flowers. The white daisies seem to extend into the sea, and there is a white swing by the seaside, so dreamy~ Ningfu Seaside Inn Located on Shuanglang Ethnic Culture Street, you can face Erhai Lake directly by opening the curtains. At dusk, the sea sparkles in the blue hour. It’s very private, and you can lie down and hear the sound of waves hitting the shore~ Dali Xishang Shuanglang Inn Renovated from traditional Bai architecture, located by the water, retaining the blue tile and white wall style. All 14 rooms face Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake, and you can fall asleep listening to the tide at night. Dali Wuer Yin She · Seaview Inn Combining the architectural features of the Bai ethnic group in Dali, located halfway up the mountain. From the floor-to-ceiling windows in the rooms, you can overlook the sparkling waves of Erhai Lake. Dali Yang · Canbai Seaview Hotel The evening breeze and seaside in Dali are very romantic. The hotel features a minimalist and high-end design with large areas of white, full of Instagram vibes. Lying by Erhai Lake to watch the sunset or an open-air movie is truly chill~ Damei Huashu Luna Seaview Hotel Feels like living in an art gallery by the sea in Dali. Each room has huge floor-to-ceiling windows and a large waterside terrace. Watch stars fall into Erhai Lake, and it’s even more stunning when seagulls come in winter~ Buxiashan · At Erhai A hotel perfect for daydreaming by Erhai Lake. Outside the window is the deep blue of Erhai, inside is comfortable and quiet. At dusk, you can sit under the tree in the public area and watch the sea. The indoor furniture is also simple and high-end~

Yunnan Essence Tour: A 3-Day, 2-Night Guide to Kunming, Fuxian Lake & Stone Forest (Approx. 2000 CNY/Person) Core Concept: Maximizing limited time by curating Kunming’s most concentrated natural and cultural wonders while avoiding over-commercialized areas. Efficient transportation links key attractions, ensuring a balanced pace that blends depth and leisure. **Transport Tips:** * **Arrival/Departure:** Fly directly to Kunming Changshui International Airport. * **City Transport:** Combine metro + taxi (Didi, etc.) for efficiency. Prioritize metro within Kunming; use ride-hailing or shuttles for suburbs. * **Intercity Travel:** * **Kunming → Fuxian Lake:** Take the "Kunming-Chengjiang" bus from **Kunming South Bus Station** (~25 CNY, 70 mins; same fare to Lucheng Scenic Area). Return buses depart from the drop-off point (last bus ~18:00, may vary off-season—confirm in advance). For flexibility, opt for carpooling or private hire (7-seater ~500-600 CNY/day for groups). * **Kunming → Stone Forest:** Board the "Kunming-Shilin" scenic shuttle at **Kunming East Bus Station** (~34 CNY, 90 mins). Return buses also depart from drop-off (last bus ~18:00—verify schedule). Alternatively, take a train from Kunming Station to Shilin West Station + bus transfer, though direct buses are more convenient. --- **Day 1: First Glimpse of Spring City – A Leisurely Immersion** * **Morning: Slow Moments at Cuihu Park** * Metro Line 1 to "Chuanxin Gulou" Station (Exit B), then 10-min walk to Cuihu’s west gate. Ease into Yunnan life here: stroll lakeside at dawn, spot red-billed gulls (Oct–Mar) or black swans, and snap photos by the iconic "Seagull Grandpa" sculpture. * Lunch nearby: Try *Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles* (~35 CNY) or local *Small-Pot Rice Noodles* (15–20 CNY). * **Afternoon: History Meets Hip – Yunnan Military Academy & Wenhua Alley** * 3-min walk from Cuihu’s south gate to **Yunnan Military Academy** (free; closed Mon; 9:00–11:30, 13:30–16:30). Step into this well-preserved historic site to feel the cadets’ vigor. * Explore **Wenhua Alley**: Hunt for indie bookshops (e.g., Elephant Bookstore), sip Yunnan arabica (~30 CNY), and browse quirky boutiques. * **Evening: Feast at Nanqiang Street** * Metro to "Wuyi Road" or taxi (~12 CNY) to **Nanqiang Alley**, Kunming’s night-market soul: - *Jianxinyuan*’s authentic rice noodles (~40 CNY). - Street snacks: grilled *rushan* cheese (10 CNY), fried potatoes (8 CNY), and *paoluda* coconut drink (15 CNY). * **Stay:** Hotels near Cuihu Park or Nanping/Dongfeng Square (e.g., Hanting, Home Inn, ~200–300 CNY/night). --- **Day 2: Crystal Clear – Fuxian Lake Escape** * **Morning: Journey to Clarity** * Depart by 7:30 from **South Bus Station** to Fuxian Lake (alight at Chengjiang or Lucheng). *Check weather—sunshine dictates the lake’s allure!* * From Chengjiang Station, taxi to **Moon Bay Wetland Park** (10 mins, ~15 CNY). White sands and palm trees mirror "Little Sanya" (30 CNY entry, redeemable for snacks). * **Lunch: Lakeside Hotpot Freshness** * **Yuanhu Fish Restaurant**: Savor *copper-pot fish* (langfish or carp, ~80 CNY/person) paired with *potato rice* (20 CNY). * **Afternoon: Sailing & Lucheng Village** * **Fuxian Lake Sailing Base** (book ahead): 45-min sail (150 CNY/person)—glide past legends of submerged ruins. * Taxi to **Lucheng Scenic Area** (~30 CNY, 15 CNY entry). Hike **Bijia Mountain** (10 mins) for panoramic views, then unwind at *Boxi Bay*. * **Sunset: Return to Kunming** * Catch the last bus (~18:00) or carpool back (~150–200 CNY). * **Dinner: Wild Mushroom Hotpot (Jun–Oct Only)** * **Yiduo Jun Wild Mushroom Hotpot (Nanping Branch)**: Seasonal medley (e.g., green-head, chicken fir, porcini) with free-range chicken (~120–180 CNY/person). *Cook thoroughly!* --- **Day 3: Karst Marvels – Stone Forest Expedition** * **Morning: Stone Peak Labyrinth** * Depart by 7:30 from **East Bus Station** to **Stone Forest** (130 CNY entry; book online for discounts). Electric cart: 25 CNY. * Focus on **Major Stone Forest**: Hunt for reflections at *Sword Peak Pond*, trek iconic cliffs, and summit *Wangfeng Pavilion* (15-min climb) for epic vistas. * **Lunch: Yi Ethnic Flavors** * Try *Stone Forest fermented tofu stir-fry* (~48 CNY) and *buckwheat cakes* (20 CNY) at park exits. * **Afternoon: Homeward Bound** * Return bus (14:00/16:00 recommended). If time allows, visit **Jinma Zhengchang Fruit Market** for cheap blueberries (30 CNY/kg), waxberries (20 CNY/kg), or mangoes (15 CNY/kg). * Airport shuttle (25 CNY, 50 mins) or taxi (~100 CNY, 40 mins) to Changshui. --- **Pro Tips:** 1. **Transport Hacks:** - Metro first (download "Kunming Metro" App); supplement with Didi. - Book intercity buses via *Kunming Highway Ticketing* mini-program. - Confirm Stone Forest return bus times *same morning*. 2. **Tickets:** Buy Stone Forest entry online (e.g., Trip.com) to skip queues. 3. **Fuxian Lake Weather:** Check *Chengjiang County* forecasts—blue skies = turquoise waters. 4. **Sun Protection:** High-altitude UV demands SPF50+, hats, and sunglasses—*year-round*. 5. **Food Safety:** Only eat wild mushrooms at trusted spots (Jun–Oct) and *ensure they’re fully cooked*.

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 Yuxi in Yunnan, China is a world-famous tourist resort city. Every day, thousands of tourists come here for sightseeing and vacation. There are many scenic spots in Yuxi. This time I will introduce a famous scenic spot in Yuxi: Xiushan Historical and Cultural Park. Tonghai is a famous historical and cultural city in Yunnan. In addition to the Qilu Lake Wetland Park and the old streets of the ancient city, we especially recommend the Xiushan Historical and Cultural Park, which has a long history and culture and is relatively well preserved, a rare cultural relic. The park is not big and can be visited in two or three hours. There are towering ancient trees and six or seven temples lined up one after another. It is worth seeing. Small and exquisite pavilions can be seen everywhere. The various couplets in the temples and pavilions are highlights, revealing the Prajna wisdom of the Buddhist emptiness, allowing oneself to be quietly immersed in the world of Saha. People in the world of red dust can purify themselves and temporarily experience themselves, temporarily.

【Day 1: Exploring the Ancient City】 Step into Tonghai Ancient Town while the morning mist still lingers, and you'll find the vermilion doors of the Confucian Temple already half-open🪔. The 600-year-old ginkgo tree sheds golden leaves in the morning light, while bronze bells under the upturned eaves chime gently in the wind, creating the illusion of brushing shoulders with Ming and Qing dynasty scholars on their way to imperial examinations. Heading north along the bluestone path, weathered brick walls hide memories of the ancient Tea Horse Road, while copper kettles outside old teahouses still steam with the essence of bygone days. In the afternoon, climb the steps up Mount Xiu🌿, where ancient cypress trees line stone steps worn smooth by the passage of time. The Ming dynasty entrance gate of Yongjin Temple still stands tall, with the plaque reading "Most Beautiful in Southern Yunnan" reflecting shifting cloud shadows. The Qingleng Terrace halfway up the mountain is perfect for a rest; from the railings, you can see the overlapping gray-tiled roofs of the ancient town, like boats anchored in a sea of time. Before sunset, stroll to Juikui Pavilion, a three-tiered Ming dynasty structure that stands like a frozen morning bell. As wind chimes at the eaves harmonize with returning birds, the entire city bathes in amber twilight🌇. Remember to look for the century-old bronze mirror at the corner of the tower—it reflects not just your face, but also the unspoken vicissitudes of this ancient town. 【Day 2: Dialogue Between Lake and Mountain】 At dawn, Qilu Lake shimmers like silver silk🚣♂. Walking along the lakeside boardwalk, white egrets startle from the reeds, while fishermen's wooden oars break the mirror-like surface, creating ripples like annual rings. The Sansheng Palace by the lake houses astonishing wood carvings—on six latticed doors, fifty relief sculptures tell stories from the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms," with the edge of the Green Dragon Crescent Blade still appearing sharp after three hundred years. In the afternoon, take a boat to explore Gushan Island⛵, which floats on the emerald waves like a green spiral shell. The remaining ancient stage faces the clouds of southern Yunnan, while wild chrysanthemums bloom stubbornly in the crevices between stone steps. Yinghai Tower at the highest point is ideal for gazing into the distance—sunlight shatters the lake water into countless scales, blurring the distinction between moving clouds and flowing mountains. Before leaving, remember to mail a postcard from the old post office at the south gate of the ancient town📮. The weathered green mailbox swallows your current mood, while light filtered through cast-iron window grilles falls on the old Republic-era scale at the counter. Around the corner, you might encounter an elderly woman selling velvet flowers from a shoulder pole, the begonia flowers at her temples as vibrant as this ancient town—always maintaining a gentle vitality amidst the vicissitudes of time🌸. ✨Tip: Wear comfortable cloth shoes to feel the temperature of the ancient town; the flying eaves of Juikui Pavilion at dusk and the misty waves of Qilu Lake at dawn are best captured as ink-wash silhouettes.