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The Classic Yunnan Backpacking Trip Posted by on Feb 17, 2016

Kunming Day Trips Video

There’s been a lot of posts about Yunnan province (云南省 – yún nán shěng) here recently. That’s partly because I spent a year living there, and also because it’s just a downright awesome place. I mean, what other province in China has 18 oddities about it? I’ve also given you 20 reasons why you should visit…

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The Ancient Town of Lijiang Posted by on Jan 11, 2016

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Lijiang in this short video. Stroll around the ancient town, visit the Black Dragon Pool, take in the views at Guangbi Tower, check out a Naxi orchestra performance, and  take a trip out to Shuhe, another ancient town.  

The Old Town of Lijiang Posted by on Aug 30, 2015

One of the most popular places to visit in Yunnan province (and China in general) is the old town of Lijiang (丽江 – lì jiāng). Famed for its snowy mountain peaks, vibrant ethnic minority culture, and relaxed pace of life, this Song Dynasty-era town attracts throngs of tourists, both domestic and international. The town was even…

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