Chuxiong City(楚雄市) is the capital of Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture and the political, economic, cultural and transportation center of Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture. Chuxiong City is located in the middle of Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau, it connects Kunming in the east, Dali in the west and Pu’er in the south, 152 kilometers away from Kunming, 179 kilometers from Dali. National Highway No.320, National Highway No.108, Hangrui Expressway G56 as well as GuangDa(Guangtong广通-Dali) Railway run through Chuxiong City.

How to Get to Chuxiong City (Lucheng Town) from Dali City

Although there is no airport in Chuxiong City, transportation between Dali City and Chuxiong City is extremely convenient. You can take long-distance bus or train from Dali City to Chuxiong City.

1. Long-distance Bus

With a distance of about 180 kilometers, tourists can go from Dali City to Chuxiong City by long-distance bus. There are few long-distance buses departing from Dali Express Bus Station, 4 daily buses at most.

a. Dali Express Bus Station大理快速汽车客运站
Address: No.1, Huancheng South Road, Dali City, Dali大理白族自治州大理市环城南路1号
Tel: 0872-2128922

b. Dali Bus Station大理汽车客运站
Address: No.372, Weishan Road, Dali City, Dali Prefecture大理白族自治州大理市巍山路372号

c. Chuxiong Bus Station楚雄客运站
Address: Fengsheng Road, Chuxiong City, Chuxiong Prefecture楚雄彝族自治州楚雄市丰胜路

Dali City-Chuxiong City Bus Timetable

Departs	Departure Station	Duration	Price
7:00-18:40	Dali Bus Station(Yutong)	2h30m	54 CNY
6:40-18:40(every 20 minutes)	Dali Bus Station(ordinary seat)	2h30m	32 CNY
9:20, 14:20	Dali Bus Station(Daewoo)	2h30m	50 CNY
9:40	Dali Express Bus Station(Seat)	2h30m	75 CNY
9:30, 11:20, 12:00	Dali Express Bus Station(Seat)	2h30m	72 CNY

Tips: The price and time are for reference only, specific with actual condition. More prices and departure time, you can ask for details at bus terminals. Results obtained from online are not sufficiently detailed and comprehensive.

2. By Train

The railways passing through Chuxiong City include Guangda Railway(Guangtong-Chuxiong-Dali), Darui Railway(Dali-Baoshan-Ruili瑞丽, under construction) and Lixiang Railway(Lijiang-Shangri-la, under construction). There are two main railway stations in Chuxiong City, Chuxiong Railway Station and Chuxiong South Railway Station. But the transportation between Dali City and Chuxiong City mainly involves Dali Railway Station and Chuxiong Railway Station.

a. Dali Railway Station大理站
Address: No.261, Weishan Road, Dali City, Dali Prefecture大理白族自治州大理市巍山路261号

b. Chuxiong Railway Station楚雄站
Address: Cheping Highway, Chuxiong City, Chuxiong Prefecture楚雄彝族自治州楚雄市车坪公路
Tel: 0878-6138212

Dali Railway Station-Chuxiong Railway Station Train Timetable

Train Numbers	Departs	Duration	Price
D8658	07:54	1h	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D3968	08:24	1h6m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8662	08:53	1h6m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D3954	9:42	1h6m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D3844	10:00	1h7m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8666	10:36	1h	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D3852	11:12	1h7m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D3932	11:40	1h	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D3856	11:55	1h	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D3940	12:12	1h7m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8670	12:48	1h6m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8674	13:05	1h	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8682	13:56	1h7m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8686	14:48	1h6m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D4122	15:30	1h6m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8690	15:50	1h7m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8704	18:15	1h	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8716	19:06	1h7m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8720	19:15	1h7m	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8732	20:06	1h	First Class: 118 CNY/Second Class: 74 CNY
D8740	20:35	1h	First Class: 86 CNY/Second Class: 56 CNY

Chuxiong City is well-known for its Yi culture and Chuxiong Museum. The torch festival in Chuxiong city is lively and extraordinary.

Check More About Chuxiong Travel Guide
1 Day Kunming to Dali Tour with Chuxiong Museum and Yunnanyi Old Town
6 Days Kunming and Chuxiong Torch Festival Celebration Tour

Transportation in Yunnan:

Yunnan Travel by Air

• Airlines in Yunnan
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• International Flights to Yunnan
• Airports in Yunnan

Rail Transport in Yunnan

• High-speed Rail in Yunnan
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• Trains to Yunnan
• Trans Asia Railway
• Metro in Yunnan

Roads in Yunnan

• Bridges in Yunnan
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• Highways in Yunnan
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Yongping County and Dali City are both under the jurisdiction of Dali Prefecture. Yongping County(永平县) is located in the west of Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, it neighbors Yangbi County and Weishan County in the east, Changning County in the south, faces Baoshan City across Lancang River in the west, and connects Yunlong County in the north. There are Han, Yi, Hui, Bai, Miao, Lisu and other 22 ethnic groups living in Yongping County. It is a typical multi-ethnic county.

How to Get to Yongping County from Dali City (Xiaguan Town)

1. By Long-distance Bus

With a distance of about 105 kilometers, tourists can go from Dali City to Yongping County mainly by long-distance bus. The transportation between Dali City and Yongping County involves two main long-distance bus stations, Dali Express Bus Station and Yongping Chengxiang Bus Terminal. There are about 31 daily buses from Dali City to Yongping County, and the journey is about 2 hours. You can take No.8 bus to Dali Express Bus Station.

Dali Express Bus Station-Yongping Bus Terminal Bus Timetable

Departs	Arrives	Duration	Price
7:15, 7:40, 8:00, 8:20, 8:40, 9:00, 9:20, 9:40, 10:00, 10:20, 10:40, 11:00, 11:20, 11:40, 12:00	Yongping Bus Terminal	1h53m	34 CNY
12:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:20, 14:40, 15:00, 15:20, 15:40, 16:00, 16:25, 16:50, 17:15, 17:40, 18:05, 18:30	Yongping Bus Terminal	1h53m	45 CNY

a. Dali Express Bus Station大理快速汽车客运站
Address: No.1, Huancheng South Road, Dali City, Dali大理白族自治州大理市环城南路1号
Tel: 0872-2128922

b. Yongping Bus Terminal永平城乡汽车客运站
Address: No.16, Yongxing Road, Yongping County, Dali Prefecture大理白族自治州永平县永兴路16号

2. By Chartered Bus 

Chartered buses around Dali Ancient Town, Dali City Bus Stations and Dali Railway Station are easily available, you can go and ask the drivers details. You will spend more money taking chartered bus, but it is more convenient and flexible than the long-distance bus. Check more information about Dali City Travel Guide.

Transportation in Yunnan:

Yunnan Travel by Air

• Airlines in Yunnan
• Flights to Yunnan
• Airport Transfer
• International Flights to Yunnan
• Airports in Yunnan

Rail Transport in Yunnan

• High-speed Rail in Yunnan
• Railway Stations in Yunnan
• Railways in Yunnan
• Trains to Yunnan
• Trans Asia Railway
• Metro in Yunnan

Roads in Yunnan

• Bridges in Yunnan
• Freeways in Yunnan
• Highways in Yunnan
• Roads to Yunnan
• Trans-Asia Roads
• National Roads in Yunnan

Yangbi Yi Autonomous County (Yangbi County in short) is located in the west of Yunnan Province, in the middle of Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture. Yangbi County(漾濞县) is adjacent to Dali City and Weishan Yi and Hui Autonomous County in the east, connects Yongping County and Yunlong County in the west, Changning County in the south, and Eryuan County in the north. 45 kilometers from Dali City, 35 kilometers away from Dali Airport, 30 kilometers away from Dali railway Station, Yangbi is an important county on the Bonan Ancient Road(博南古道) and the ancient tea horse road. Yangbi County traffic is mainly highway, Yunnan-Burma Highway, Dabao(Dali-Baoshan保山) Expressway, National Road No.320 and Darui Railway pass through the county. Darui(Dali-Ruili瑞丽) Railway is under construction.

How to Get to Yangbi County from Dali City(Xiaguan)

1. By Regular Bus

It is about 45 kilometers from Dali City to Yangbi County, tourist can go to Yangbi County mainly by regular bus. There are daily regular buses from Dali Xingsheng Bus Station to Yangbi Bus Station, and the journey won’t take long.

Dali Xingsheng Bus Station-Yangbi Bus Terminal
Departure Time: 07:25-19:00(every 9 minutes)
Price: 8 CNY
Distance: 46 kilometers
Consume Time: About 1 hour 10 minutes

Tip: The above information is for reference only, if any change is based on actual information.

Dali Xingsheng Bus Station大理兴盛汽车客运站
Address: No.8, Xingsheng Road, Dali City, Dali大理州大理市兴盛路8号
Tel: 0872-2129832

Yangbi Bus Terminal漾濞客运站
Address: No.100, Yangjiang Road, Yangbi County, Dali大理州漾濞县漾江路100号
Tel: 0872-7524079

2. By Chartered Bus 

Chartered buses around Dali Ancient Town, Dali City Bus Stations and Dali Railway Station are easily available, you can go and ask the drivers details. You will spend more money taking chartered bus, but it is more convenient and flexible than the long-distance bus. Check more information about Dali City Travel Guide.

1 Day Dali Tea Culture Tour with Xiaguan Tuocha Tea Museum and Taoxigu Valley Tea Plantation
1 Day Dali Highlights Tour
1 Day Dali Easy Hiking Tour to Cangshan Mountain

Transportation in Yunnan:

Yunnan Travel by Air

• Airlines in Yunnan
• Flights to Yunnan
• Airport Transfer
• International Flights to Yunnan
• Airports in Yunnan

Rail Transport in Yunnan

• High-speed Rail in Yunnan
• Railway Stations in Yunnan
• Railways in Yunnan
• Trains to Yunnan
• Trans Asia Railway
• Metro in Yunnan

Roads in Yunnan

• Bridges in Yunnan
• Freeways in Yunnan
• Highways in Yunnan
• Roads to Yunnan
• Trans-Asia Roads
• National Roads in Yunnan

Why is the Cloud Sea of Dajichang Village So Special?

The cloud sea of Dajichang village大吉厂云海 is one of the top 10 scenic wonders in Wenshan prefecture. The Cloud Sea of Dajichang Village, located in Dajichang Village of Miechang Township篾厂乡大吉厂村, 30 kilometers from the west of Maguan county, is in mountain area with highest altitude of 2120 meters and lowest altitude of 425 meters. The climate type is low latitude subtropical mountain monsoon climate, annual average temperature of 17 ℃, annual rainfall of 1400 mm, with the characteristic of three-dimensional climate. The special climate and the complex geological landform have created the spectacular “cloud sea”. In winter, the cloud sea can be seen everywhere. Among them, the best-known one is the cloud sea of Dajichang Village.

Best Time to Visit

Every year, winter and spring are the most common seasons of the cloud sea. After rain the sky looks blue, the cloud sea is also easier to appear. No matter the cloud sea in the morning or in the evening, the scenery is magnificent and grand. Driven by the wind, the cloud sea is surging. The highway from Wenshan to Hekou runs through the cloud sea, it has the advantage of viewing the cloud sea all day. In the whole winter, there are cloud seas every day.

Nearby Attraction

Laojun Mountain Nature Reserve in Maguan County马关县老君山自然保护区

Laojun Mountain Nature Reserve is located at the junction of Maguan County马关县 and Malipo County麻栗坡县, Yunnan Province, with a total area of 344,400 mu. It is a nature reserve with comprehensive ecosystem types, forest ecosystem types and wildlife types.

How to Get There

There are long-distance bus from Kunming to Maguan County马关县 directly. Then it takes about 1.5 hours from Maguan Bus Terminal to the Cloud Sea of Dajichang Village大吉厂云海 by Taxi or Chartered bus. You can also take regular bus from Maguan Bus Terminal to Miechang Township篾厂乡, then take the chartered bus to the Cloud Sea of Dajichang Village.

Kunming East Bus Station-Maguan Bus Terminal

Departure Time: 10:00, 12:00, 19:30

Price: 149 CNY

Distance: 376 kilometers

Consume Time: 5-6 hours

Maguan Bus Terminal-Miechang Township

Departure Time: 13:30, 14:10

Price: 16 CNY

Distance: 78 kilometers

Consume Time: About 2 hours

Tip: The departure time and price here are just for reference, the specific situations are subject to the bus terminal.

Accommodation in Maguan County

You’s better to stay overnight in Maguan County since the accommodation conditions in Maguan County is relatively good.

1. Runyuan Hotel马关润源大酒店

Address: No.194, Wenhua Road, Maguan County, Wenshan文山自治州马关县文化路194号

Tel: 0876-7134999

Starting Price: 204 CNY

2. Sihaiyijia Hotel马关云南四海一家连锁酒店

Address: No.46, Juncheng Road, Maguan County, Wenshan文山马关县骏城路46号

Tel: 0876-3059666

Starting Price: 214 CNY

3. Hualian Hotel文山马关华联酒店

Address: Anping Square, Maguan County, Wenshan文山马关县安平广场旁

Tel: 0876-7127000

Starting Price: 254 CN

Useful Travel Tips

1. If you view the cloud sea on the mountain, please pay attention to the safety while climbing.

2. The temperature difference in mountain area is large, especially in spring and winter, please bring coats to keep warm and prevent a cold.

3. the morning cloud sea, evening cloud sea, sunrise and sunset are extremely wonderful there.

Lijiang Alpine Botanical Garden

Chinese Name:丽江高山植物园
Web:http://labg.kib.cas.cn/
Lijiang Alpine Botanical Garden is located in the core area of ​​northwestern Yunnan. It is located in the southern valley of Lijiang Yulong Snow Mountain, Hali Valley, near the “Yushuizhai-Yufeng Temple” tourist hotline, 17 kilometers away from Lijiang City. The park has an altitude of 2,600-3,800 meters and is a three-dimensional climate botanical garden. The botanical garden has unique advantages in resources and location advantages. There are more than 2,000 species of wild plants in the park.

In 2000, Lijiang Alpine Botanical Garden completed the demarcation of construction land, and obtained the forest right certificate of 287 hectare of forest land. It is the only alpine and subalpine botanical garden in the world with the highest altitude, rich vegetation types and complete vertical distribution of vegetation. The Botanical Garden relies on the national major scientific project “Southwest China Wildlife Germplasm Resource Library” and the Kunming Branch of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Sciences. It focuses on biodiversity conservation and it is based on the southern section of Hengduan Mountain, facing the eastern Himalayas and the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau to protect and plant. Rare and endangered plants, endemic groups and important economic plants in the mountains and sub-alpine regions over 2,800 meters are the main content, including scientific research, species preservation, introduction and domestication, breeding of new varieties, popular science services and sustainable use of plant resources. An integrated science botanical garden. Lijiang Forest Ecosystem Research Station is located in the core area of ​​Lijiang Alpine Botanical Garden.

How to get Lijiang Alpine Botanical Garden

It will take 1 hour to get there by car. Because it is away from the downtown and it is about 100 km, so people need to take car by themselves or they rent cars to get there.

Travel Tips

What to Pack
Travel light when strolling in the old town. Bring a camera with you that you can take photos along the way. Sunlight is very strong in Lijiang, wear sun protection such as hats, sunglasses and use sun block, etc.

Photography Tips
To shoot some amazing photos of Lijiang Alpine Botanical Garden, and it is better shoot in the early morning and late afternoon.

Other Attractions 

Lijiang Ancient Town 
Baisha Ancient Town
Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Golf Course
Dongba Valley
Jade Water Village

Why is Guangnan Confucius Temple So Special?

Guangnan Confucius Temple广南文庙 was built in 1709(the 48th year of Kangxi period康熙年间 in Qing Dynasty) as a place for worshiping Confucius in Guangnan County. It is located in Chengnan Street城南街 of Guangnan County, covering an area of more than 9,000 square kilometers. It is the largest Confucian temple in Wenshan Prefecture, Yunnan Province. In 1794(the 59th year of Qianlong period乾隆年间 in Qing Dynasty), Lianfeng Academy莲峰书院 was set up here. Later, Guangnan No.1 Middle School, the highest educational institution of Guangnan County, was founded here and has been used ever since. There are many flowers and trees in the temple, the environment is quiet and the strong cultural atmosphere makes people feel respectful. In May 1985, Guangnan Confucius Temple was listed as the Wenshan Prefecture cultural relic protection unit.

Features of Guangnan Confucius Temple

Guangnan County广南县 has a long history and is one of the famous historical and cultural cities in Yunnan province. Guangnan Confucius Temple is one of the best-preserved ancient architectural complexes in Guangnan County, located in Guangnan No.1 Middle School, Wenhua Road文化路, Guangnan County. The temple was built in 1709 and has a history of more than 300 years. After the Yongzheng雍正, Qianlong乾隆 and Daoguang道光 emperors’ expansion, the temple reached an area of more than 9,000 square meters, a total of five courtyards, and is the largest temple in Guangnan County. Dacheng hall大成殿 as the main body, there are sacrificial utensil room祭器室, the temple of local respectable dead persons乡贤祠, ward room官厅, Lingxing gate stone memorial archway棂星门石坊, Panchi pool泮池 and so on. Hallow Temple崇圣祠 is behind Dacheng hall, and on the right of Dacheng hall, there are Minglun hall明伦堂, Lianfeng academy莲峰书院, Jiexiao ancestral hall节孝祠 and other palaces. Dacheng Hall, Dacheng gate大成门 and Panchi pool are well-preserved now, Lingxing gate stone memorial archway still stand there. Other ancient architectures have been pulled down or reconstructed.

Nearby Attractions

1. Babao Scenic Area八宝风景区

Babao provincial level scenic area is located in the southeast of Guangnan County, Wenshan Autonomous Prefecture, 160 kilometers away from Wenshan. The Babao scenic area is dominated by peaks cluster, peak forests and karst waterfalls. It is composed of four sections, including Babao, river, Tangna cave汤纳溶洞 and Sanla waterfall三腊瀑布, with a total area of 68 square kilometers.

2. Bamei Scenic Area坝美景区

Bamei village of Bamei Town, Guangnan County is surrounded by mountains. Because of its unique karst landforms, caves, rivers and villages, people in and out of the village must sail through the cave. The land in front of the village is flat and open and behind the house there are green bamboos, which are similar to the Jin Dynasty litterateur Tao Yuanming陶渊明 described the Peach Blossom Spring桃花源, so it is called “The Last Xanadu”. People at Bamei are dominated by Zhuang people. Taoyuan Cave桃源洞 and Tangna Karst Cave汤纳溶洞 are the entrance and exit of Bamei Village.

How to Get There

Guangnan Confucius Temple is located in the county seat of Guangnan County. Transportation there is relatively convenient.

1. By Long-distance Bus

Long-distance route is Kunming-Wenshan-Guangnan, you need to transfer in Wenshan. 

Kunming East Bus Station-Wenshan Bus Terminal

Departure Time: 7:20-20:10

Price: 126 or 117 or 140 CNY

Distance: 317 kilometers

Consume Time: 4-4.5 hours

Wenshan Bus Terminal-Guangnan Bus Terminal

Departure Time: 6:20-17:40

Price: 47 CNY

Distance: 178 kilometers

Consume Time: 2.5-3 hours

Tips: The price and time are for reference only, specific with actual condition. More prices and departure time, you can ask for details at bus terminals.

2. By Railway

Now, train is more convenient and faster than long-distance bus from Kunming to Guangnan County. 

Kunming Station-Guangnan County Station

Departure Time: 10:36, 12:00, 12:19, 13:35, 13:52, 17:12

Price: 119.5 CNY

Distance: 424 kilometers

Consume Time: About 2.5 hours

Kunming South Station-Guangnan County Station

Departure Time: 7:30-17:40

Price: 109 CNY

Distance: 417 kilometers

Consume Time: About 2 hours

Best Time to Visit

Guangnan Confucius Temple visit is mainly indoor activities, so you can visit there all the year round. 

Accommodation in Guangnan County

You can stay overnight in the county seat of Guangnan County.

1. Guangnan Babaogong Hotel广南八宝贡酒店

Address: Close to Guangnan Bus Terminal, Guangnan County, Wenshan文山自治州广南县广南汽车客运站附近

Tel: 0876-5155999

Starting Price: 352 CNY

2. Guangnan TeAnNa Hotel广南特安呐酒店

Address: No.255, Beining Road, Guangnan County, Wenshan文山壮族苗族自治州广南县北宁路255号

Tel: 0876-5151299

Starting Price: 260 CNY

3. Xanadu(Shiwai Taoyuan) Hotel世外桃源大酒店

Address: No.18, Babao Road, Nanxiu Community, Liancheng Town, Guangnan County, Wenshan文山州广南县莲城镇南秀社区八宝路18号

Tel: 0876-5619999

Starting Price: 350 CNY

Useful Travel Tips

1. Learn something about Confucian culture in advance.

2. In summer, the weather in Guangnan county is rainy, remember to bring rain gear. In winter, the temperature difference is large between daytime and night, please bring coats to keep warm and prevent a cold.

Tours including Bamei Village in Guangnan County

2 Days Bamei Xanadu Village Tour from Kunming by Speed Train

3 Days Puzhehei Lotus Flowers Tour and Bamei Xanadu Discovery By Speed Train(June,July,August)

6 Days Yunnan Ancient Villages Tour with Puzhehei Scenic Area and Bamei Xanadu Village

8 Days Yunnan-Guizhou Karst Landform Tour and Ethnic Minorities Discovery

11 Days Yunnan Spring Photograph Tour with Luoping Rapeseed Flowers Festival,Bamei Xanadu Village and Yuanyang Hani Rice Terrace Field

Why is Xiabawei Village So Special?

Xiabawei typical residential house下坝尾典型居民住宅 is located at Xiabawei village下坝尾村, 5 kilometers from the southern suburd of Xichou County西畴县, covering an area of 4000 square meters. It was the residence of local rich in the Guangxu Period of Qing Dynasty. The residential houses are divided into two houses in the east and west, and the west house西宅 is composed of two quadrangle courtyards. It is the typical residential building of the local rich in Qing dynasty. East house东宅 is 20 meters from west house. East house is composed of single room单间, hallways过厅, drawing room花厅 and wing rooms厢房, and is the typical french style residence in the early Republic of China. The whole residence is generous and rigorous, simple and elegant.

Best Time to Visit

Usually, the best time to visit Wenshan Prefecture is May to September. But you must bring rain gear and coats in case of the changes in the weather.

How to Get There

Departing from Kunming, after about 400-kilometer drive, you will be in Xichou County西畴县. 

1. By Long-distance Bus

There are long-distance buses from Kunming to Xichou county directly.

Kunming East Bus Station-Xichou Bus Terminal

Departure Time: 10: 30, 17:50

Price: 150-180 CNY

Distance: About 400 kilometers

Consume Time: 5.5 hours

2. By Train

If you want to take train, you should go to Zhulin Station珠琳站 in Guangnan county first. Then another 1.5 hours is needed from Zhulin Railway Station to Xichou County.

Kunming Railway Station-Zhulin Railway Station

Departure Time: 17:12

Price: 103 CNY

Distance: 413 kilometers

Consume Time: 2 hours

Kunming South Railway Station-Zhulin Railway Station

Departure Time: 7:30

Price: 92 CNY

Distance: 407 kilometers

Consume Time: 1.5 hours

Accommodation Around Xichou County

The accommodation in Wenshan is relatively simple, but it can still meets your needs. You can go back to Wenshan for overnight. Here are several hotels in Wenshan.

1. Jingdu Hotel文山锦都酒店

Address: Kaihua North Road, Wenshan City, Wenshan文山州文山市开化北路

Tel: 0876-2199998

Starting Price: 263 CNY

2. Phoenix Jinjiang Hotel凤凰锦江酒店

Address: No.99, Fenghuang Road, Wenshan City, Wenshan文山州文山市凤凰路99号

Tel: 0876-6888777

Starting Price: 338 CNY

3. Dihao Hotel文山帝豪酒店

Address: Jinlong International Trade Center, Xinping Subdistrict, Wenshan City, Wenshan文山州文山市新平街道金龙国际商贸中心

Tel: 0876-8882666

Starting Price: 165 CNY

Useful Travel Tips

1. Bring the rain gear and one or two coats in case of changes in the weather, when you plan to visit Xiabawei village下坝尾村 in Xichou county.

2. There are 6 ethnic groups in Xichou County西畴县, including Han, Zhuang, Miao, Yao, Yi and Mongol. Know something about these ethnic cultures in advance.

About Nagu Hui Ethnic Town

Nagu Hui Ethnic Town is located in the northwest of Tonghai County, backed by the Shizi(Lion) Mountain, facing Qilu Lake(杞麓湖), 14 kilometers from the county seat and 110 kilometers from Kunming, with an average elevation of 1800 meters. Nagu Ethnic Town is composed of Najiaying Village(那家营村), Gucheng Village(古城村) and Sanjia Village(三家村), is the hometown of overseas Chinese and handicraft, covering an area of 12 square kilometers. All the residents of the ethnic town are Hui people who believe in Islam, they maintain their own cultural traditions and customs. No matter diet and daily life, weddings and funerals, all have rich local characteristics and ethnic characteristics. There are three mosques in the ethnic town, one of which is Najiaying Mosque.

Why is Najiaying Mosque So Special?

Najiaying Mosque(纳家营清真寺) is located in Nagu(纳古) Hui Autonomous Ethnic Town, Tonghai County, Yunnan Province. It is an ancient Islamic Mosque in China. The mosque was built in the early Ming Dynasty Hongwu period(洪武年间) (In 1370), the current building was rebuilt in 2001, officially completed on October 2, 2004. Built according to the mountain, it is divided into five levels. The building area of the temple is about 10,000 square meters. It is the center of religious activities and education for Nagu Muslims.

Architectural Features

• Main Prayer Hall: The mosque’s main prayer hall is notable for its traditional Chinese architectural style, incorporating both Islamic and local design elements. The hall can accommodate a large number of worshippers, providing a serene environment for prayer and reflection.
• Minaret: The mosque features a beautifully designed minaret, which serves as a focal point for the call to prayer. The structure showcases intricate craftsmanship and architectural finesse.
• Courtyard: The mosque’s courtyard is spacious and well-maintained, offering a peaceful setting for community gatherings and religious activities.

Cultural Significance

Najiaying Mosque is not only a religious center but also a hub for cultural and educational activities. It plays a vital role in the preservation and promotion of Hui Muslim culture and traditions in Yunnan.

Educational Programs

The mosque often hosts educational programs, including classes on Islamic studies, Arabic language, and religious practices. These programs aim to enrich the knowledge and spiritual life of the community.

Community Events

Various community events and festivals are held at the mosque, fostering a sense of unity and belonging among the local Muslim population. These events provide an opportunity for cultural exchange and communal bonding.

Muslim Travel Tips

For Muslim travelers visiting Najiaying Mosque, here are some helpful tips:

1. Prayer Facilities: The mosque provides ample space for daily prayers. It is recommended to check the prayer timings and join the congregation for a fulfilling spiritual experience.
2. Cultural Engagement: Engage with the local community to learn about their customs, traditions, and way of life. The mosque is a great place to gain insights into the Hui Muslim culture.
3. Dress Code: Dress modestly and appropriately when visiting the mosque. Women are advised to wear headscarves, and both men and women should ensure their attire is respectful of the religious setting.
4. Etiquette: Follow the mosque’s rules and guidelines to show respect for the local customs and religious practices. Avoid making loud noises and maintain a peaceful demeanor within the mosque premises.
5. Local Cuisine: Don’t miss the opportunity to try local Halal cuisine. The area around the mosque often has vendors and restaurants offering traditional Hui dishes.

Nearby Attractions

Sansheng Palace in Tonghai County, Yuxi
Hexi Confucius Temple in Tonghai County
Xiushan Mountain Park in Tonghai County
The Last Mongols in Yunnan
Xiahuicun Mosque

Best Time to Visit

You can visit Najiaying Mosque at all seasons.

How to Get There

Najiaying Mosque is about 14 kilometers from the county seat of Tonghai County. After arriving in Tonghai County, you can take a taxi to Najiaying Village, Najiaying Mosque is in the village.  Najiaying Mosque is easily accessible from Tonghai County and Yuxi City. Public transportation, taxis, and private vehicles can be used to reach the mosque. It is advisable to check local transport options and plan your visit accordingly.

Najiaying Mosque stands as a testament to the rich Islamic heritage in Yunnan Province, offering a blend of spiritual, cultural, and historical experiences for visitors.

1. By Long-distance Bus

There are long-distance buses from Kunming to Tonghai County.

Kunming East Bus Station-Tonghai Bus Terminal

Departure Time: 6:58-18:00

Ticket Price: 42 CNY

Distance: 138 Kilometers

Consume Time: About 2.5 hours

2. By Train

Kunming Railway Station-Tonghai Railway Station

Departure Time: 7:45, 11:02, 12:30, 15:41

Ticket Price: 21.5 CNY

Distance: 139 Kilometers

Consume Time: About 2 hours

Accommodation Around Najiaying Mosque

Najiaying Mosque is not far from the county seat of Tonghai County. You can stay in Tonghai County for Overnight.

Useful Travel Tips

1. If you are not a Muslim, learn something about Muslims, mosques and local Hui People in advance;

2. Respect Muslim Culture and do not make noise in the mosque.

3. Know some general situation of Najiaying Village in advance.

4. You can participate in some cultural activities during festivals.

Tours Including Xingmeng Mongolian Village in Tonghai County

Xingmeng Mongol Ethnic Town(兴蒙蒙古族乡) is not far from the county seat of Tonghai County and Nagu Town. Xingmeng Mongolian village(兴蒙蒙古族村) is called the last Mongols in Yunnan. It is worthy to visit the village when you are traveling in Tonghai County of Yuxi.

2 Days Jianshui Ancient Architecture Tour from Kunming

2 Days Yuanyang Hani Rice Terraces Tour at a glance

6 Days Yunnan Small Group Tour with Honghe Hani Rice Terraces

Why is the Dawangyan Cliff Painting So Special?

Dawangyan cliff painting大王岩岩画 is located on the rock face of Dawangyan in the eastern suburb of Malipo county麻栗坡县, about 150 meters away from the Chouyang river畴阳河. Cliff paintings are painted according to the natural stone walls. Malipo Dawangyan cliff painting is a representative work of the Honghe river basin in the cliff painting system in southern China. It has been praised by the international cliff painting circle as representing a huge original creativity. Cliff paintings are works from neolithic to late Bronze Age. The abstract painting technique of cliff painting and the typical art style of illustration and decoration are worthy of the artistic treasures at that period. The cliff paintings are painted in red, white and black with strong color contrast and distinct expression of the style of Chinese cliff paintings. They provide valuable materials for the study of primitive religion, nationality, fine arts and cliff paintings, and have important historical and artistic value. With regard to the study of ancient Chinese art, Dawangyan Cliff Painting is undoubtedly a rare treasure.

Features of Dawangyan Cliff Painting?

The east of Dawangyan cliff painting is Xiaohedong小河洞 neolithic cave site. The excavated artifacts from Xiaohedong site share common features with those unearthed in the same era in the southeast coastal areas of China, but also have the characteristics of Yunnan neolithic. Xiaohedong site is one of the eight neolithic culture types in Yunnan province. The “Protective God Statue保护神像” cliff painting, as well as the grotesque and mysterious images in the cliff painting, is a symbol of religious worship. The mass of the cliff paintings and the simultaneous use of red, white and black paintings are very representative in the cliff paintings. It provides precious materials for the study on primitive religion, nationality, fine arts and cliff painting art, which has important historical value and artistic value.

Nearby Attraction

Chengzhai Village城寨村

Located in Donggan Town of Malipo County in Wenshan, Yunnan, 134 kilometers from the county seat of Malipo County, Chengzhai village城寨村 is an ancient village hidden in the mountains. Chengzhai Village, an ancient village of the Bailuo people, with its primitive clothes, strange folk customs and unique stilt style architecture, is listed as the intangible cultural heritage of Yunnan Province, and is regarded as the most traditional village in China.

Best Time to Visit

No matter when you go to Dawangyan Cliff Painting大王岩岩画, you can feel the profound history and strong ethnic culture there. Therefore, Dawangyan Cliff Painting visit is available all the year round. 

How to Get There

1. By Long-distance Bus

There are long-distance buses from Kunming to Malipo County. Dawangyan Cliff Painting is close to Malipo Bus Terminal.

Kunming East Bus Station-Malipo Bus Terminal

Departure Time: 11:00, 18:30

Price: 137 CNY

Distance: 394 kilometers

Consume Time: 6 hours

2. By Train

If you want to take train, you should go to Zhulin Station珠琳站 in Guangnan county first. Then another 2 hours is needed from Zhulin Railway Station to Malipo County.

Kunming Railway Station-Zhulin Railway Station

Departure Time: 17:12

Price: 103 CNY

Distance: 413 kilometers

Consume Time: 2 hours

Kunming South Railway Station-Zhulin Railway Station

Departure Time: 7:30

Price: 92 CNY

Distance: 407 kilometers

Consume Time: 1.5 hours

Accommodation Around Malipo County

Dawangyan Cliff Painting is not far from the county seat of Malipo County. 

1. Dawangyan Hotel大王岩酒店

Address: No.288, Yuerbei Road, Mali Town, Malipo County, Wenshan Prefecture文山州麻栗坡县麻栗镇玉尔贝路288号

Tel: 0876-6628899

2. Guohao Hotel麻栗坡国豪大酒店

Address: No.190, Yuerbei Road, Malipo County, Wenshan文山州麻栗坡县玉尔贝路190号

Tel: 0876-6629888

Starting Price: 149 CNY

3. Yajing Theme Hotel麻栗坡雅景主题酒店

Address: No.260, Yuerbei Road, Mali Town, Malipo County, Wenshan文山州麻栗坡县麻栗镇玉尔贝路260号

Tel: 0876-6621777

Starting Price: 94 CNY

Useful Travel Tips

1. You’d better visit the cliff painting on the sunny days.

2. Don’t scribble the cliff painting on the rock faces.

28 Zigzag Turns of Tiger Leaping Gorge

Walk half an hour after having lunch in Naxi GH, then get to 28 Zigzag Turns of Tiger Leaping Gorge. the name derives from geographic feature that is 28 turns, at a altitude of 2680m. As you can imagine from its name, this section goes up with large gradient. It requires good physical condition to trek 700m up the gorge via 28 turns in comparison to 100m vertical height. You’d better taking a frequent rest. Travellers can enjoy the great view of Yulong Snow Mountain and overlook the Jinsha (Golden Sands) River Valley from here. It was vital to Tea-Horse Ancient Road in the past. Offical name of 28 Zigzag Turns is marked on the road sign as “ Tea-Horse Ancient Road 24 Zigzag Turns”.

Tiger Leaping Gorge Hiking Tips

1. It usually hot in day time, you can bring shorts and T-shirt. As hiking will consume lots of physical strength, you could take some high calorie food such as chocolate, malted milk, sliced dried beef and so on.
2. When you hiking to the Shenzhou Waterfall located between Walnut Garden and Zhongxia Hotel, you must be very carefull, as it may fall stone with the waterfall which is very dangerous.
3. Each year from June to September is the rainy season of the Diqing Plateau. You’d better avoid this period as it may occurs debris flow and mountain rock fall.
4. Located at the high altitude area, surrounded by Hengduan Montains, the climmate in Tiger Leaping Gorge is complicate and changable. The temperature difference between day and night is big. Take think coat, down jacket, gloves, anti-skidding boots with you.

Nearby Attractions

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Haba Snow Mountain
The First Bend of Yangtze River, Lijiang
The Upper Section of Tiger Leaping Gorge (Lijiang Side)
Tiger Leaping Gorge in Yunnan

Brief Introduction

Xishuangbanna Gasa International Airport(IATA：JHG，ICAO：ZPJH) is located in Gasa Town(嘎洒镇), southwest of Jinghong City, Xishuangbanna Prefecture. Construction began on December 1, 1987, and it was officially operated on April 7, 1990. On January 1, 1997, it was approved by the State Council as the first class port airport. It is also the “civilized airport” in southwest region, the second international airport in Yunnan Province. The airfield grade is 4D and the runway is 2400 meters long. It can provide Boeing 767, Airbus 330 and other planes for takeoffs and landings. There are 24 domestic routes in operation, among which 3 are international / regional routes.

Operation Services

Domestic Services

Airlines	Destinations
China Eastern Airlines(MU)	Beijing, Shanghai-Hongqiao, Guangzhou, Xi’an, Lanzhou, Nanjing, Tianjin, Kunming, Taiyuan, Lincang(临沧)
China Southern Airlines(CZ)	Chongqing, Kunming, Zhengzhou, Wuhan, Guiyang
Capital Airlines(JD)	Hangzhou, Lijiang, Beijing, Kunming
Lucky Air(8L)	Lijiang, Dali, Kunming, Chengdu, Zhaotong(昭通), Mianyang(绵阳)
Shanghai Airlines(FM)	Kunming, Shanghai
Spring Airlines(9C)	Changsha, Shanghai
Loong Air(GJ)	Hangzhou, Anshun(安顺), Bijie(毕节), Guilin(桂林)
Sichuan Airlines(3U)	Beijing, Chongqing, Chengdu, Kunming
West Air(PN)	Kunming, Chongqing
Kunming Airlines(KY)	Changsha. Kunming, Lijiang
Chengdu Airlines(EU)	Chengdu, Kunming, Guiyang, Yinchuan(银川), Xining(西宁), Lijiang
Okay Airlines(BK)	Kunming
Ruili Airlines(DR)	Kunming. Lijiang
Chongqing Airlines(OQ)	Chongqing
Joy Air(JR)	Xi’an, Kunming
Air China(CA)	Changsha, Kunming, Lijiang
Shenzhen Airlines(ZH)	Changsha, Kunming, Lijiang
Xiamen Airlines(MF)	Wuhan, Chongqing, Zhengzhou, Kunming
China Express Airlines(G5)	Tianjin, Zunyi(遵义), Lijiang, Kunming

International Services

Airlines	Destinations	Frequency
Ruili Airlines(DR)	Chiang Mai of Thailand	Mon, Wed, Fri, Sunday
Ruili Airlines(DR)	Chiang Rai of Thailand	Tue, Thu, Sat
Lao Airlines(QV)	LangPrabang of Laos	Thu, Sunday

Airport Transportation

Airport Shuttle Bus

Service Time: 6:30-22:15(every 15 minutes)

Line 1:

To: Gaozhuangxi Shuangjing告庄西双景(Point of Departure)-Hongta Cement Plant-Mandou Village(曼斗村)-Ethnic Hotel(民族风情园)-South Bus Station-Airport

Fro: Airport(Point of Departure)-Local Taxi Bureau-Bingang International(滨港国际)-Da Run Fa Supermarket(大润发)-Mandou Village-Gaozhuangxi Shuangjing(告庄西双景)

Line 2:

To: Hydrological station(Point of Departure)-Zongduan(总段)-Traffic Police Group-Farmer’s market-Xishuangbanna Bus Station-Technical College-Flower Garden-Xiao Man Me Crossing(小曼么路口)-Ri Yue Kang City(日月康城)-Sheng Shi Hua Fu(盛世华府)-Fire Brigade-Airport

Fro: Airport(point of departure)-Tianshun Supermarket(天顺超市)-Jin Feng Hotel(金凤酒店)-Haicheng Jiayuan(海城嘉园)-Sing and Dance City(歌舞倾城)-Peacock Lake-Tiancheng Marketplace(天城大卖场)-Man Bang Nan(曼蚌囡)-Hydrological station

Transportation in Yunnan:

Yunnan Travel by Air

• Airlines in Yunnan
• Flights to Yunnan
• Airport Transfer
• International Flights to Yunnan
• Airports in Yunnan

Rail Transport in Yunnan

• High-speed Rail in Yunnan
• Railway Stations in Yunnan
• Railways in Yunnan
• Trains to Yunnan
• Trans Asia Railway
• Metro in Yunnan

Roads in Yunnan

• Bridges in Yunnan
• Freeways in Yunnan
• Highways in Yunnan
• Roads to Yunnan
• Trans-Asia Roads
• National Roads in Yunnan

Qingxi Reservior in Lijiang

Qingxi Reservoir is located in the northern suburb of Lijiang City, near the College of Tourism and Culture of Yunnan University in Lijiang City and the No. 1 Middle School of Gucheng District in Lijiang City. It is one of the drinking water sources in Lijiang. In winter, it is a good place to relax in the sun. In summer, it is a place to enjoy the cold. It’s great to take your family to relax on weekends. In the evening, you can also count the stars and see the moon with your friends.