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Kunming Day Trips Video Posted by sasha on Jan 17, 2018
There are plenty of awesome day trips from Kunming. Within an hour from the city center, you can be in ancient Buddhist temples, stunning gardens, or on top of a mountain looking out on the city. When you need a break from the hustle and bustle of the big city, you’ve got lots of options…
5 Awesome Kunming Day Trips Posted by sasha on Jan 4, 2018
The capital of Yunnan province, Kunming (昆明 – kūn míng) is known for its famous “Crossing the Bridge Rice Noodles” and spring-like weather. It’s even called the Spring City (春城 – chūn chéng) for this reason. While there’s plenty to see and do in the city to keep you busy for a few days, there…
Kunming Day Three Video Posted by sasha on Jul 6, 2017
It’s been an incredible trip in the Spring City of Kunming so far. It’s amazing how much you can do with just 72 hours in the capital of Yunnan province. Are you ready for the last day? For the third and final day in Kunming, take a day trip out to the hills or a…
72 Hours in Kunming (Part Three) Posted by sasha on Jul 5, 2017
Kunming is one of several cities in China you can now visit visa-free for 72 hours. With three full days, you can get a nice feel for the Spring City. After exploring the Green Lake and Yuantong Temple on day one and walking around Grand View Park plus the Bird and Flower Market the next…
Golden Temple Video Tour Posted by sasha on Mar 13, 2017
Another excellent day trip out of Kunming is the beautiful Golden Temple (金殿公园 – jīn diàn gōng yuán). This is a great place to get out of the concrete jungle, breathe the fresh air, and enjoy exploring an ancient Taoist temple inside a huge park. Take a short video tour of the Golden Temple here:
Kunming Day Trips – Golden Temple Park Posted by sasha on Mar 9, 2017
There are tons of great day trips you can take out of the Spring City of Kunming. In addition to hiking up in the Western Hills, another excellent choice is combining a visit to the Golden Temple Park with a stop at the Botanical Gardens. With an early start, you can easily check out both…