Things to do in Kunming

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Things to Do in Kunming


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  • JuanMao 卷毛
    Shanghai, China95 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The gates open at 8am, but you can walk around the lake earlier for a first impression. Inside it is well cared and organized; various bamboo, flowers and plants, the beautiful lotus leaves and flowers are very photogenic. Nice to see the morning rituals of the locals, it seems as if everyone has their own area. Definitely a nice city park. Wonderful to walk there, and to start your day... There are several tea houses, where Yunn Coffee is the hippest.
    Written 12 August 2022
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  • Julie J
    Holbox, Mexico201 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The recreated buildings and villages are marvelous and one of the last places you can really see many of them.

    The villages are inhabited by minority entertainers and their families and they seem to enjoy performing but you will see it’s their home and you’re intruding around meal times.

    The Wa hair dance and the minority Bamboo Stick Dance (I think it’s the Li but I am not sure) were the highlight of the shows.
    Written 10 June 2020
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  • CYKL
    Germany300 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Took a guided day trip from Kunming city center. Arrived by coach, followed by a tram (like thosein zoos), and then a 2-person chairlift, and then hiked down along the side of the mountain. Very narrow but felt safe. Very good views. Lots of photo spots and they have their staff taking photos of you and you can buy them for 20 chinese yuan.
    Written 17 January 2024
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  • Ailton007
    Seattle, WA937 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great way to spend a day. We only had one night in Kunming and Dragon's Gate was a great mix of culture, hiking, panoramic views and good food at the end. Found a Chinese noodle place that we really liked. Check the weather prior and go on a sunny day! There's little shuttle buses that i highly recommend buying tickets for. You can walk up the hill but not much to see there.
    Written 17 September 2021
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  • JuanMao 卷毛
    Shanghai, China95 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Entrance is 6 rmb various buildings, often with beautiful old details. If you have time, it is interesting to see the temple. During my visit there was a ceremony, many reciting monks and their rituals. Near the temple are several shops and restaurants.
    Written 12 August 2022
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  • FaizalP61
    Sungai Buloh, Malaysia1,052 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Stayed overnight at Red land at Kunming Jindong Hotel in Hongtudi Village near Huashitou Village in the heart of the redlands. Hotel arranged a car and driver from mid afternoon till sunset and an hour before sunrise till mod morning for RMB 260. Visited 8 different locations with fantasic views - some good in morning some in afternoon. Beautiful landscape. Limited number of direct public busses from Kunming otherwise need to travel via Dongchuan Town.
    Written 11 January 2020
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  • Breeze
    1,131 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Due to the limited time and just walking along the share and seeing lots of seagulls. It is just the season to see the seagulls, however, the day we visited was very hot.

    It is a very huge lake which even looks like the sea.
    I wish to stay longer next time and even stay overnight to enjoy the view and easy life there.
    Written 24 June 2023
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  • Travelling321
    Ningbo, Zhejiang25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing museum! Organized in terms of topic, for example costumes, jewelry, pottery, literature etc. Most signs and labels also have English translations, and are very clear and informative. The museum itself is also very nice, with open hallways and a garden in the centre. It's a good alternative to visiting the minorities village.
    Written 28 July 2021
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  • JasneshBhullar
    Mentakab, Malaysia140 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Located a far bit off the centre of Kunming, the Golden temple scenic area is a massive park. Once we reached, we walked up a fair bit of stairs. Then we arrive at a stop where we had the option of taking a coaster ride up to the main part of the park or walk. The coaster is 30rmb. it is convenient but fairly quick (the ride up isn't even 2 minutes). The golden temple is beautiful. There are a lot of gardens surrounding the area too and there's a Bell tower, that offers good views. The walk to the other part of the part goes through a very beautiful garden/forest.
    Written 3 January 2019
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  • מוטי ל
    Karmiel, Israel549 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    looks well organized square and streets around, very clean, very good looking gardening. enjoyable place to scroll along.
    Written 6 February 2020
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  • yipjcs88
    Hong Kong, China9,934 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    I went there in June and it was lotus time, so it was exciting. The park without lotus may be quite ordinary but with extensive lotus patches the park will brighten up with charm. Apart from taking lots of photos of lotus, I went up the main pagoda to take photos of panoramic views. It is a good place for relaxing oneself.
    Written 1 September 2019
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  • Kareena R
    142 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    My husband and I didn't plan on visiting here, we just decided to go in while on our way to a restaurant. It was nice, quiet and not crowded. It looked liked a old ghost university, Creepy, yet cool experience. I wouldn't go out of my way to see it again.
    Written 9 August 2018
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