Introduction
In winter, Yunnan is like a dreamlike fairy tale world. There are snow capped mountains and warm tropical rainforests like spring; There are both peaceful and beautiful lakes, as well as spectacular terraced fields. There are also a variety of delicious foods here, allowing your taste buds to bloom to the fullest in winter. This article will bring you recommended winter tourist attractions and food guides in Yunnan, allowing you to fully enjoy the beauty and cuisine of Yunnan this winter
Yunnan, a charming place, can meet your needs whether you enjoy the magnificent scenery of nature, love the historical and cultural heritage, or pursue the taste of delicious food. Yunnan in winter has a unique flavor. Let's walk into this beautiful place together and explore its uniqueness In winter, Kunming Dianchi Lake is like a brilliant pearl embedded in the land south of colorful clouds. The lake surface is as calm as a mirror, reflecting the surrounding mountains and complementing the blue sky and white clouds, forming a stunning painting The winter Yuanyang Hani Terraces are a magnificent ink painting. There are magnificent terraced fields, mountain villages, phoenix tail bamboo, and unique Hani culture here The Yuanyang Hani Terraces are located in Yuanyang County, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. Every winter, the terraces are filled with water, and under the sunshine, they shimmer and shine brightly. Appreciating from different perspectives brings different beauty, like a colorful palette Winter is the best viewing period for the Yuanyang Terraces, and tourists can drive into the scenic area to have a deep exploration. Visit the villages of the Hani ethnic group and experience the unique ethnic customs. You can also walk along the canal into the terraced fields and experience the charm of nature firsthand. The terraced fields of Laohuzui are arranged in a staggered and magnificent manner, like a galloping "stallion". When the first ray of sunlight falls on the Duoyi tree terraced fields in the morning, the golden sunlight shines in the terraced fields, making this special "water mirror" colorful Diqing Meili Snow Mountain, a huge group of snow mountains running north-south, is known as one of the most beautiful snow mountains in Asia. Winter is the best time to admire Meili Snow Mountain. The weather is clear, with blue skies and white clouds, and the main peak can often be seen Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain is a snow mountain mainly composed of glaciers, known as "one of the most beautiful snow mountains in Asia". The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in winter is a popular destination for activities such as snow viewing, skiing, horseback riding, and photography Xishuangbanna is a tourist attraction mainly composed of tropical rainforests. In winter, Xishuangbanna is warm and humid, making it a popular destination for cold tourism Tengchong Geothermal Volcanic Scenic Area attracts tourists with its abundant geothermal resources and unique volcanic landscape Jiaozi Snow Mountain is a winter snow covered mountain peak, and the natural landscapes such as snow scenery, peaks, and rime in the scenic area are enchanting Heilongtan Park consists of two major scenic spots: the ancient architectural complex and the "Longquan Plum Exploration". In winter, Heilongtan Park is filled with blooming plum blossoms and a fragrant aroma Wuliang Mountain Cherry Blossom Valley is located in Nanjian County, Dali Prefecture, with an annual flowering period from early to late December. The cherry blossom valley of Wuliang Mountain in winter, with green mountains and red slopes, unintentionally forms a beautiful scenery Jingmai Mountain is located in Lancang County, Pu'er City. It was successfully applied for World Heritage in September this year and currently does not have tickets. In winter, Jingmai Mountain is shrouded in clouds and mist, and the mountains, residential buildings, temples, tea forests, and people of all ethnic groups together form this paradise Hekou is a border port between China and Vietnam, and in winter, Hekou County is bustling with activity. There is a rich Vietnamese flavor here, with Vietnamese fruits, vegetables, and snacks everywhere, and the prices are also very cheap You always have to go see Rizhao Jinshan in winter. Starting from Shangri La, follow National Highway 214, pass by Baima Snow Mountain, and meet the panoramic view of Meili Snow Mountain at the Feilai Temple, Misty Peak and other viewing platforms in Deqin The Wunong Top Observation Deck is close to the Mianzim Peak, and the Feilai Temple can be seen as a prospect. The Thirteen Welcome Towers are also very beautiful. The Feilai Temple observation deck is closer to the main peak of Mount Kailash, and there are many people watching the Rizhao Jinshan. Kawagebo Observation Deck is the closest to Kawagebo In winter, Dali is romantic and gentle, with redwood trees and seagulls from Siberia on the west bank of the deep blue Erhai Lake. The sea breeze gently brushes the waves to the shore, and unknown literary youths play and sing on the shore "Yunnan's 18 Eccentrics, Baba is called Bait Blocks", which is one of the traditional foods in Yunnan. The bait blocks are mainly made of rice and shaped into circular pancakes. Place the bait block on charcoal fire and grill it. As the temperature rises, the bait block slowly expands and breaks the skin. Coat the grilled bait with fragrant peanut butter, sweet sauce, and chili sauce mixed with seasonings, take a bite of the soft and chewy texture, and enjoy the rich aroma of the sauce. Personally, the baits are more elastic than Ciba. The common ones are Yingfeng Bait Chain Store, black rice and white rice on the baits skin, sweet sauce and hot sauce, as well as sausage and deep-fried dough sticks. In addition to chain stores, Dali Shaobaikuai at the food market and the breakfast stand at the gate of the hospital is also very delicious. The baikuai skin is usually ready to serve, with rich ingredients, including shredded potatoes, bean sprouts, peanut kernels, milk rots, etc., and you can also add sausages, deep-fried dough sticks, and ham sausages. Burning bait blocks is not only a delicacy, but also a nostalgia for Dali people. Walking on the streets of Dali, you can often see small stalls with fire pots, wire mesh on the pots, and seasonings next to them. The vendors take out round or square bait blocks to grill, which is the taste that many travelers dream of Flower Cake is a specialty food in Yunnan, filled with roses and crispy layer by layer. As early as the Tang Dynasty, people loved to make pastries with various flowers. Flower cakes were created by a pastry maker in the Qing Dynasty and became popular among the imperial court as their reputation grew. They were deeply loved by Emperor Qianlong. Yunnan Flower Cake is filled with petals of edible roses that are about to bloom or slightly open. It is wrapped in a crispy pastry and baked. The finished product has a white color, a crispy outer skin, a fragrant filling, a soft and sweet taste, and a light floral fragrance. In addition to making flower cakes with roses, different flowers will also be selected as raw materials according to the season. The production process of flower cakes is exquisite. After picking flowers, they are screened, the flower beds are removed, the petals are separated, processed into a filling core, then wrapped in puff pastry, baked and cooled to form. Roses have the effects of beauty and nourishing the skin, promoting qi and blood circulation. Flower cakes are not only a great product for beauty and health, but also a natural and healthy supplement Bait Silk has a softer, more chewy texture compared to rice noodles, and every bite of bait silk is filled with soup. There are generally two ways to eat bait: boiled and stir fried. The cooking method is to cut the bait shreds into thin shreds, scald them with boiling water, add fresh meat shreds or ham shreds, broth or chicken soup, and add soy sauce, scallions, coriander and a little pickled Chinese cabbage. The stir frying method is to cut the bait into slices and mix them with fresh meat slices, eggs, mushrooms, tomatoes, pea tips or bok choy, and other seasonings, then stir fry in hot oil until cooked. Kunming braised bait is savory, sweet, and spicy, with the key being the preparation of the sauce. The addition of Yunnan's characteristic sweet soy sauce adds a subtle sweetness to the sauce, blending with the spicy aroma of Sichuan pepper powder and chili oil. With the addition of crispy whistle, peas, and other side dishes, the flavor is very unique. Qujing Steamed Bait Silk is made by processing high-quality rice produced along the Qujing River and Zhujie area into "tube shaped bait blocks". The bait blocks are then cut into thin threads, mixed with vegetable oil, steamed in a cage, and served in a bowl with blanched chives, mung bean sprouts, pickled vegetables, etc., topped with Yunnan style sweet soy sauce and braised meat sauce. The color is bright and the aroma is enticing. Boil the Tengchong soup bait in boiling water until cooked, then remove it and add broth. Garnish with chopped scallions and pickled vegetables, and drizzle with soy sauce, vinegar, and other flavors to enhance the flavor. The color, aroma, and taste are both excellent. The production of Weishan meat bait is divided into two parts: meat production and bait silk production. Fresh Weishan pork is used to make the "meat", while the bait silk is made from carefully selected soft rice made from Weishan's famous "yellow millet". The cooked bait silk complements the meat, adding seasonings such as chili, scallions, coriander, and pickled radish to create a bowl of fragrant Weishan meat bait silk The whole lamb soup pot integrates various parts of the lamb body, uses complementary ingredients, and has a very delicious taste. The soup is white and tender, with a strong and delicious aroma. When drinking lamb soup, scoop a spoonful of chopped chives into the soup, and the taste is incredibly delicious. Kunming lamb soup pot enjoys high popularity and influence in Yunnan Province, and has been rated as one of the top ten classic dishes in Yunnan Province. It has also been awarded the title of Yunnan's top ten classic dishes in "Chinese cuisine" and selected as one of Kunming's top ten famous dishes by the Yunnan Catering and Food Industry Association. The lamb soup pot combines local characteristics and can use different varieties of lamb, such as Dongchuan skinned lamb and Luquan snow mountain sheep, making the cooking styles and flavors of lamb soup pots in different regions unique. The soup of this dish is very delicious, and the lamb is also stewed soft, tender, and mellow, with a delicious meat taste. After stewing, the lamb is fresh and bone penetrating, without leaving its bones. At the same time, various side dishes and seasonings such as yam, wolfberry, ginger, etc. are added to the lamb soup pot to enhance its taste and nutritional value. The whole lamb soup pot is a delicious dish that is very suitable for winter consumption Niu Lang Jiao is a unique delicacy in Jiangcheng County, Pu'er City. It is stewed with seasonings such as grass and fruit to make a delicious and sweet soup. The meat of yellow cattle that have been grazed in the wild for a long time is already tight and tender. After boiling, the beef becomes even more chewy. Paired with locally made secret dipping sauce, it can be said to be a masterpiece Small eared Black Goats raised freely on the banks of the Jinsha River in Dongchuan District, Kunming City, are high-quality ingredients for the Pastry and Spicy Lamb Cooking Pot. Their meat is firm and their aroma is pure. Paired with Yunnan style dipping sauce spicy dishes or garlic flavored spicy dishes, accompanied by a plate of mint and a plate of pea tips, enjoy a bite full of fragrance Fire ladle beef is cooked using traditional charcoal fire, with a "copper ladle" as the vessel for cooking beef. The cooked hotpot beef soup is red in color. Drinking hot soup and eating beef can always give people a lot of warmth. 'Fire' refers to charcoal fire, while 'ladle' refers to a copper ladle used as a pot. The beef in the fire ladle is skinned beef, which is suitable for both fat and lean, with a smooth and fragrant taste. Paired with a plate of potato, this flavor is unforgettable for a winter Roasted potato holds an extraordinary position in the hearts of Yunnan people. With seemingly ordinary ingredients and the simplest methods, it can be made into a truly delicious dish. The roasted potato dipped in chili noodles immediately struck the taste buds. In some places in Yunnan, dozens of seasonings are made to match roasted potatoes. The soft and steaming potato with soul condiments such as ear root, pepper and Fermented bean curd can make people feast their eyes and mouth Roasted tofu is definitely an irresistible delicacy for Yunnan people, especially in winter. A few friends sat around the oven, grilling a few tofu and chatting, which didn't feel too comfortable. Tofu baking must be patient. Slowly bake the tofu until it is golden on both sides. All kinds of tofu can be baked, such as Shiping tofu, Jianshui tofu, and Baojiang tofu. Then dip it in Fermented bean curd or chili noodles. It's really tempting Bait Blocks, a delicacy made mainly from rice, are almost a must-have in almost every household in Yunnan. Its presence can be seen at breakfast, late night snacks, and afternoon tea. Spread the roasted bait blocks with fragrant peanut butter, sweet sauce, and seasoned chili sauce, take a bite of the soft and chewy texture, and the rich aroma of the sauce instantly fills your taste world Roasted sweet potatoes should be considered the "white moonlight" of sweet lovers. Sweet potatoes need to be baked for a long time, but if you grill them over the fire, the sweet aroma will unconsciously waft into your nose. The sweet sweet potatoes were roasted until they were burnt on the outside and yellow on the inside, breaking into two pieces and emitting a sizzling heat. They looked very sweet, and as soon as I took a bite, I felt like my whole body was healed "Boil Time Slowly, Boil Tea Slowly". On a winter afternoon, three or five friends sit around a table, setting up charcoal stoves and teapots, and using the charcoal fire to cook tea to grill some persimmons, sweet potatoes, oranges, etc. Along with the gurgling sound of tea rolling, everyone basks in the sun, drinks tea, and jokes, unconsciously passing half a day. Some people say that today's "boiling tea in a furnace" is more like Yunnan's "fire pit roasting tea". Tea leaves are roasted in earthenware jars, and when the tea leaves emit a burnt aroma, hot water is poured into the tea jar. With a "stabbing" sound, the tea aroma is instantly stimulated Canned Roasted Milk has sparked a craze on the internet, and this drink is referred to by netizens as "boiling tea around the stove". Due to its affordable price and formula for health preservation, it quickly became popular and gained popularity. Put tea leaves and glutinous rice into a simple looking clay pot, stir fry until fragrant, then pour in milk to warm it up, add rock sugar to heat and melt, and finally sprinkle with ingredients such as roses, goji berries, and red dates as decoration. You can pour in2. Recommended winter tourist attractions in Yunnan
(1) Kunming Dianchi Lake
(II) Yuanyang Hani Terraces
(III) Diqing Meili Snow Mountain
(4) Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain
(V) Xishuangbanna Scenic Area
(VI) Tengchong Geothermal Volcanic Scenic Area
(7) Jiaozi Snow Mountain
(8) Heilongtan Park
(9) Wuliang Mountain Cherry Blossom Valley
(10) Jingmai Mountain
(11) Hekou
(12) Deqin
(13) Dali Haixi
III. Winter Travel and Food Guide to Yunnan
(1) Roasted Bait Blocks
(II) Flower Cake
(III) Bait Silk
(4) Whole lamb soup pot
(V) Niu Lang Jiao
(VI) Pastry and Spicy Lamb Cooking Pot
(7) Fire ladle beef
(8) Roasted Potato
(9) Roasted Tofu
(10) Grilled Bait Blocks
(11) Roasted sweet potatoes
(Twelve) Cooking Tea in a Stove
(13) Canned Roasted Milk