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Kunming attractions include The Stone Forest, West Hill and Yunnan Minority Village which exhibits the province’s 25 ethnic minorities. The spring city also has 3 museums listed below, 3 temples, 2 parks, a cave, a lake, and some spectacular countryside, including Dongchuan Red Land and the Yuanyang Terraced Fields.

Kunming is the gateway to Yunnan Province and fittingly the city’s attractions reflect the province’s scenic and ethnic renown. If China’s mountain scenery and minority culture interest you, but you don’t want to go somewhere too remote or extreme climatically, then our Kunming tours should suit you.

Tourist Attractions in Kunming

Dongchuan Red Land 5/5

Summary Luoxiagou, or Luoxia Valley at Dongchuan Red Land near Kunming is considered to be the most magnificent red land in the world besides the red land in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, with its beauty more sublime than that in Brazil. It is the most massive red land with typical features of Yunnan highland plat... more about Dongchuan Red Land near Kunming

Jiuxiang 4.77/5

Jiuxiang Scenic Spot is 20 sq km in area and includes 5 tourist attractions, Diehong Bridge (5 km southeast from Jiuxiang Street, famous for the karst caves, the twin waterfalls and the huge natural stone dam cluster), Dasha Dam (consisting of picturesque karst caves and thick forest), Sanjiao Cave (5 km nort... more about Jiuxiang

The Stone Forest 4.73/5

Being one of the National Scenic Resorts in China, Stone Forest Scenic Resort is 83km from Kunming and has a complete range of karst formations. Among the most wonderful attractions in this area are the following eight scenic spots: Large & Small Stone Forests, Naigu Stone Forests, Large & Small Zhiyu... more about Stone Forest

Kunming Horticulture Expo Garden 4.66/5

The World Horticulture Expo Garden is 218 hectares in area, 2.5 km in length, and 1.1 km in width. In the garden you can find 5 big exhibition halls (China Hall, the Man and Nature Hall, the Green House, the Science and Technology Hall, and the International Hall), 6 theme gardens (the Tree Garden, the Tea Ga... more about Horticulture Expo Garden

The Golden Temple 4.48/5

Summary The Golden Temple (Jin Dian) is a famous Toaism temple in Yunnan Province. The entire temple was built from bronze, which makes it glitter like gold in the shining sun. This is why people gave the temple its name, the Golden Temple. Overview The Golden Temple is also known as Taihe Palace (Hall of ... more about Golden Temple (Jin Dian)

Qiongzhu Temple 4.41/5

Summary Qiongzhu Temple is a Buddhist temple in Kunming and it is most famous for those art treasures: 500 colored clay sculptures of Arhats. Overview Qiongzhu Temple is located in the northwest suburbs of Kunming City, on the towering and continuous Yu’an Peaks where verdant old trees can be found ever... more about Qiongzhu Temple

Yuantong Temple 4.38/5

The Yuantong Temple is at the foot of Luofeng Hill in the northern part of the city. It is the largest Buddhist temple in Kunming, where the Yunnan Provincial and city's Buddhism Commissions are based. The temple was built during the Tang Dynasty, with a history spanning over 1,200 years. During the M... more about Yuantong Temple

West Hill 4.2/5

Introduction West Hill is at the west suburb some 15 kilometers from the city proper. It contains the Huating Hill, Taihua Hill and Luohan Hill, extending a distance of more than 40 kilometers at an altitude of between 1900 meters to 2350 meters above sea level. Legend goes that at ancient time locals mistook... more about West Hill

Yunnan Minority Village 4.17/5

This theme park displays the colorful folklore and architecture of 25 ethnic groups residing in Yunnan Province. The theme park offers shows and performances, folklore and wax museums, as well as replica buildings found in the villages of each ethnic group. The Yunnan Nationalities Village is located at a nar... more about Yunnan Ethnic Village

Black Dragon Pool 3.62/5

The Black Dragon Pool is located 12 kilometers northeast of the city. It first became a popular tourist attraction over 700 years ago during the Ming Dynasty. The area contains many attractions alongside the main tourist draw, the Black Dragon Pool itself. The Black Dragon Pool was named after a legend stati... more about Black Dragon Pool

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Customer’s questions about this page
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Can you show me what can i deal biz with Kunming im-export etc garment/agriculture from Thailand
Asked by manop (Jan. 09, 2012) Reply
A Lynn Ye (Jan. 12, 2012) replied:
I advise you to consult Thailand Consulate in Kunming.

Address: 1/F, South Building, Kunming Hotel, No.145 Dong Feng Dong Road, Kunming 650051

Tel: +86-871-3168916/3149

Fax: +86-871-3166891

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We are coming to Kunming in late March. Do you think the Redland scenery is worth a day trip ? What do you expect to see there at that time ?
Asked by M Leong (Dec. 17, 2011) Reply
A Coco Yang (Dec. 18, 2011) replied:
Hi Leong,

Yes, it is highly suggested that take a day trip to the Redland in Dongchuan. Though March is not the best time there, you can see different view in different season. March is not the sowing, but you can see the wide land under the clear sky.

Please advise your exact tour time, the numbers in your group, then we will give the exact price for you.

Regards,

Coco

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My husband and I want to visit Yuan Yang rice terrace .Feb.1 arrive Kunming.I had talked some one in your office. But she cannot send e-mail out to me. my phone is 925 8371989 in the us.
Asked by Eleanor Tam (Dec. 10, 2011) Reply
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Hello, I will be in Kunming in the first two weeks of april 2012. Is that a good time to see the expo garden? Or would you recommend to visit it az an other time of the year? Greetings from Germany
Asked by Eckart (Nov. 16, 2011) Reply
A guest (Nov. 17, 2011) replied:
It is good time to travel to Expo garden in early April. The weather in Kunming is warm all the year round. we don''t have tourist to visit the garden now, many people go to Kunming just for Stone Forest or Golden Temple.
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How do we travel from Kunming to Jiuxiang?
Asked by Melinda (Oct. 03, 2011) Reply
A Karen Yang (Oct. 04, 2011) replied:
No direct bus or train from Kunming to Jiuxiang, need connect at Yiliang city. Kunming Xin Dongbu Bus Station to Yiliang, available every 30 minues, price is around CNY15.00 per person, then connect the local bus #21 to Jiuxiang, available every 30 minutes, price is CNY6-10 per person. If it is just one day tour to and return from Kunming, we would suggest join in a local group tour or hire a taxi to (CNY500-600 for one day).

Karen

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what is the weather there in Oct?
Asked by aj (Sep. 28, 2011) Reply
A Lussie Lu (Sep. 30, 2011) replied:
Dear Aj,

Based on the former data, it is about 12-20°C, you'd better take a thick coat. Here is an useful website to check the new information. Click here: http://www.weather.com.cn/en/weather/101290101.shtml

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I need a map of the Yuanyang rice terraces, a correct one. I have seen different ones (different north/south, east/west....). Confused. Appreciate it if someone would send me a correct one.
Asked by Sam (Sep. 24, 2011) Reply
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Hello we are monica and roberto from italy interested to see rice terraces do you arrange something from Kunming? How many days? how much? thank you our best regards monica
Asked by monica (Sep. 04, 2011) Reply
A Tiffany Tong (Sep. 05, 2011) replied:
Hi Monica and Roberto,

I have sent a email to you. You can find the quatation with the Yuanyang Terrace field and Kunming tour. It is about 7 days. Of course, you can decide the duration of this tour. I can tailor-make it for you. If you have any queries, feel free to contact me.

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Want to go to Dongchan Red lands around November 22. Is that a good time for taking photo's ? Are there any hotels near or in the Red Lands ? Thank you for your help
Asked by Andre (Aug. 06, 2011) Reply
A Candy Wei (Aug. 07, 2011) replied:
Hi Andre,

November is one of the best months to go to Dongchuan, in this area only home inns are available. Mr. Zhang is the boss of the most famous home inn, he could be reached on 0871-6901339 though I don't think he could speak English.

You can take a bus from Kunming to Dongchuan in about 2.5 hours, take another bus to Xinchuan in about 1.5 hours and contact Mr. Zhang to arrange another vehicle to Red Lands. If you want to make it easier, we offer private vehicle and guide service too. Feel free to let me know your group size and I will quote on the transfer for you without delay.

A guest (Aug. 07, 2011) replied:
Thank you Candy for your reply.

We will contact you once we are in Kunming

A guest (Nov. 03, 2011) replied:
Hi Candy,

The plan is now finished and we would like to go to The Red Lands on Friday 25 November early morning and returning the next day in the evening. 2 Persons only.

Would it be better to rent a car with driver for 2 days or go by bus and hope we will arrive in the right place ?

We think the tours we read about on the Internet are VERY expensive . Any suggestions ?

Thank you and best regards

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I am a malaysian planning to visit kunming and chengdu in nov.2011 ,please give some travel advice,weather ,hotel and tour. thanks
Asked by T.h.ling (Jun. 15, 2011) Reply
A Nero Hou (Jun. 20, 2011) replied:
Hi T.h.ling

Our travel advisor Nancy Deng(http://www.chinahighlights.com/community/user/301/) has contacted you.

Thanks for your support.

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