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1. The Stone Forest, Kunming
A fantastic natural phenomena located 90 km southeast of Kunming. The various shapes of karst landscape was formed due to the millions years movement of Earth. The Stone Forest area is the home of the Sani people, their folk customs has become one spectacular scene, the colorful embroidery and minority dances combine with the natural sceneries, which will surely leave you a deep impression..
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2. The Dragon Gate on Xishan/West Hill, Kunming
The natural forest park in Kunming. The carvings on the cliff was made in 1751..
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3. Green Lake Park, Kunming
Located just opposite the Kunming University, it is one of the most picturesque parks in downtown Kunming. There are nine spring outlets at north of the lake, so it was also named "Nine Dragon Pond" in ancient tomes. Here you may take a leisure walk or enjoy the performance by local people. In November and December every winter, huge flock of red-beaked gulls migrate here from Siberia, constructing a nice scene..
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4. Sani Minority Villages, Kunming
Around the world renowned Stone Forest clusters many small Yi ethnic villages which are collectively known as Sanni Villages. These ancient ideologically isolated villages are famous for their mystical ancient traditions and beliefs..
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5. The Grand View Tower, Kunming
It is located at the terminus of Daguan Road and is 6 km from the city center, near Dianchi Lake and facing Taihua Mountain which is on the other side of Dianchi Lake. Completed in 1690 during the Qing Dynasty, the park consists of hills, ponds, pavilions and rockeries in a style similar to that of the gardens of the Yangtze River Delta..
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6. Market of birds and flowers, Kunming
This market is a miniature of local people's life, also the gathering place of entertainment.There are various kinds of birds, fish, pets on the market, also you can find antiques, jewellery,and other hand-made crafts,a great place for shopping and relaxation..
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7. Yuantong Temple, Kunming
With a history of over 1,200 years, it is the largest temple in Kunming. In 1956, the grand ceremony of greeting and consecrating the Buddha's tooth was held in it. It was in the list among the key Buddhist temples in China issued by the State Council.
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8. The Golden Temple , Kunming
It got its name because it is the largest and highest well preserved temple built of gold and copper. The most interesting attractions in the Golden Temple Park are the Taihe Palace and the Golden Temple. At the front gate, is a large horizontal board inscribed with the Chinese characters "Ying Wu Chun Shen", meaning "Spring abounds on Yingwu Mountain"..
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9. The flower trade market of Dou Nan , Kunming
It is one of the largest flower market in Asia, also the base of Chinese flowers where you will have the chance to see all sorts of Chinese flowers.The different kinds of flowers make the market a fragrant and colorful sea,which will bring you a nice mood..
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10. Bamboo Temple, Kunming
A Tang Dynasty temple known for its Arhat statues, is arguably the most famous of Kunming's temples. .
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