1. Highlights of Spring Festival Tourism in Yunnan
(1) Comfortable Climate
During the Spring Festival, Yunnan has a pleasant climate, with daytime temperatures ranging from around ten to twenty degrees Celsius in most areas, providing warmth and comfort, allowing people to fully enjoy the warm winter sun. Although there is a slight coolness at night, it is not too cold, and the cool air allows people to fall asleep peacefully. For example, in areas such as Xishuangbanna and Pu'er, the temperature remains at a relatively high level throughout the year, making it an excellent place to escape the cold. Whether you are strolling by the Dianchi Lake or strolling in Dali Old City, you can feel the unique climate charm of Yunnan
(II) Rich cuisine
There are countless specialty foods in various parts of Yunnan. In addition to Steamed chicken in casserole in Kunming, Crossing the bridge noodles, Dali's Crispy Rice Target, Baisi, etc., there are also Lijiang's preserved ribs, Naxi grilled fish. Steamed chicken in casserole, with its unique cooking method, retains the delicacy and nutrition of chicken. Crossing the bridge noodles is famous for its rich side dishes and delicious soup. The crispy rice noodle has a crispy texture and a fragrant aroma. The bait is soft and chewy, and can be paired with various seasonings. Lijiang's cured pork ribs have a rich and mellow taste, while Naxi grilled fish is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. In addition, there are Crossing the bridge noodles in Mengzi, braised tofu in Jianshui, steamed bait silk in Qujing, and so on. Each food is memorable
(III) Diverse Ethnic Cultural Activities
Yunnan's various ethnic groups hold rich and colorful characteristic activities during the Spring Festival. In Yunnan Ethnic Villages, the annual wine welcoming activities are lively and extraordinary. Tourists can taste the characteristic wines of various ethnic groups and feel their hospitality. The welcoming ceremony is solemn and dignified, allowing people to appreciate the religious beliefs and cultural traditions of different ethnic groups. In addition, there is also the "Munao Zongge" event, which is the grandest traditional festival of the Jingpo ethnic group. People dress up in costumes and dance to the passionate music. During the Tibetan New Year, Tibetan compatriots hold various celebration activities such as jumping to Guozhuang and sunbathing Buddha, allowing tourists to experience the rich ethnic customs. These rich and colorful ethnic cultural activities bring tourists a feast of visual and auditory experiences
2. Transportation and Travel Essentials
(1) Transportation Guide
Yunnan, as a major tourist province, has very convenient transportation. The high-speed rail and bullet train networks have extensive coverage, connecting multiple important cities within the province. For example, departing from Kunming, one can take high-speed trains to quickly reach Dali, Lijiang, Qujing and other places. Kunming, as a transportation hub in Yunnan Province, has Changshui International Airport and has opened numerous domestic and international air routes, providing convenient air transportation for tourists Kunming World Expo Park is the site of the 1999 Kunming International Horticultural Expo, gathering exquisite garden and horticultural products from all over the world. There are abundant natural landscapes in the park, with exotic flowers and grasses competing for beauty, green trees providing shade, and clear lakes. In terms of cultural landscape, exhibition halls with different styles from various countries showcase the cultural characteristics and architectural art of different countries Jiaozi Snow Mountain is famous for its unique high mountain lakes, ice and snow world, rhododendron sea and other landscapes, and is a popular hiking and skiing destination. The lake on the mountain is clear to the bottom, like a pearl embedded in the mountains. In winter, Jiaozi Snow Mountain is covered with white snow, wrapped in silver, like a fairy tale world. And in spring, azaleas bloom all over the mountains, colorful and beautiful There are lush trees and blooming flowers in Jindian Scenic Area, and the Spring Festival is the best viewing period for camellias. There are many varieties of tea flowers here, with bright colors. Some flowers are large, while others are small and exquisite. Strolling among the camellia bushes, it feels like being in an ocean of flowers Heilongtan Park consists of two major scenic spots: the ancient architectural complex and the "Longquan Plum Exploration". It is a large plum blossom viewing destination in the southwest region. The ancient buildings are magnificent, with carved beams and painted rafters, showing the charm of traditional Chinese architecture. In the "Longquan Exploring Plum Blossoms" scenic area, when the plum blossoms are in full bloom, their fragrance is overwhelming, attracting many tourists to come and admire The streets in Dali Old City are a typical chessboard layout. The north and south city gates are symmetrical, while the east and west city gates echo from afar. The architectural style of the ancient city is unique, integrating the architectural features of multiple ethnic groups such as the Bai and Han ethnic groups. Strolling through the streets of the ancient city, one can see the ancient city walls, stone paved roads, and traditional Bai ethnic dwellings, experiencing the changes of a thousand years of history At the Erhai Lake, you can also take a boat ride and enjoy a leisurely swim. On the cruise ship, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Erhai Lake and taste the local specialty cuisine. In addition, there are many internet famous check-in points around Erhai Lake, such as S Bend in Qianxi Village and Xizhou Ancient Town, which attract many tourists to come and take photos the Old Town of Lijiang is a world cultural heritage with unique charm. The streets inside the ancient city are narrow and winding, with ancient wooden buildings on both sides, blue tiles and white walls, full of the vicissitudes of history. There are many small streams flowing in the ancient city, with clear water that reaches the bottom, adding a lively beauty to the city In the ancient city of the Old Town of Lijiang, you can walk on the streets, enjoy the beauty of ancient buildings, and feel the tranquility and romance of the ancient city. You can also visit some famous attractions, such as Mufu, Sifang Street, and Wangu Tower. Mufu is one of the landmarks of the Old Town of Lijiang and the palace of the ancient Chieftain Mu of Lijiang. The building is magnificent. Sifang Street is the central square of the ancient city, surrounded by numerous shops and bustling with activity. Wangu Tower is the highest point of the Old Town of Lijiang, overlooking the beautiful scenery of the whole ancient city(II) Essential travel items
III. Must Check in Scenic Spots in Yunnan
(1) Kunming Scenic Spots
1 Kunming World Expo Park
2. Yunnan Ethnic Villages showcase the customs and folk culture of 25 ethnic minorities in Yunnan. Here, tourists can enjoy traditional architecture of various ethnic groups, such as bamboo towers of the Dai ethnic group and earthen palm houses of the Yi ethnic group. You can also watch the song and dance performances of various ethnic groups and feel their enthusiasm and vitality
3. Jiaozi Snow Mountain
4. Jindian Scenic Area
5. Heilongtan Park
(II) Dali Scenic Spots
1 Dali Old City
2. Erhai Lake is one of the iconic scenic spots in Dali, with clear water and picturesque surroundings. Tourists can choose to ride along Erhai Lake, slowly walking along the road by the lake, feeling the gentle breeze of Cangshan and enjoying the lake and mountain scenery. Along the way, you can also see many beautiful small villages, pastoral scenery, and ancient temples
(III) Lijiang Scenic Spots
1 The Old Town of Lijiang
2. Yulong Snow Mountain is one of the iconic attractions in Lijiang, known for its magnificent natural scenery and unique geological landscape. Here, you can experience the wonderful journey of "watching four o'clock in a day". In the morning, you can see the snow capped mountains dyed golden by the morning sun. At noon, the sunshine is bright and the snow capped mountains are as white as jade. In the afternoon, the clouds and mist linger, and the snow capped mountains are faintly visible. At night, the starry sky shines brightly, and the snow capped mountains are peaceful and mysterious
3. Shuhe Ancient Town is a quiet ancient town. Compared with the Old Town of Lijiang, it is more quiet and simple. The buildings in the ancient town mostly retain the style of the Ming and Qing dynasties, with bluestone roads, small bridges flowing water, and ancient temples, making people feel the sedimentation of time
(IV) Other attractions
1 Luoping is famous for its spectacular rapeseed flower landscape. During the Spring Festival every year, the rapeseed flowers in Luoping bloom vigorously, forming a golden ocean. Here, you can enjoy the world's largest Bagua field, and the rapeseed flower field presents a Bagua shape, which is very spectacular
2. Yuanyang Terraces are a world cultural heritage site, known as the "most beautiful curves in the world" for their beautiful curves. During the Spring Festival, the terraced fields in Yuanyang are irrigated with water, and under the sunshine, the ripples are sparkling and beautiful
3. Lugu Lake is a beautiful plateau lake, with clear water to the bottom and surrounded by mountains. This is the settlement of the Mosuo people, where tourists can experience the culture of the Mosuo people, such as the custom of walking marriage and matrilineal society
4. Xishuangbanna is a place full of Southeast Asian charm, known as the "Secret Land of Southeast Asia". Here, you can see interesting activities such as peacocks opening their screens and feeding elephants. The Tropical Botanical Garden in Xishuangbanna is a very worthwhile place to visit, with abundant tropical plant resources that make people feel like they are in a tropical rainforest
IV. Recommended Tourist Routes
(1) Yunnan Lizhonglu [7 days and 6 nights] itinerary
(II) 6-day itinerary recommendation
(III) 8-day itinerary recommendation