In Ruili City, Yunnan Province, China, visitors can enjoy a variety of daily entertainment options as well as vibrant ethnic holiday celebrations. Here’s a detailed overview of what you can experience:

Daily Entertainment

1. Jewelry Street: Known for its bustling market atmosphere, Jewelry Street is the place to find a wide array of goods including textiles, gemstones, jade, and traditional handicrafts. It’s a great spot for shopping and exploring local craftsmanship. Be sure to compare prices among stores for the best deals.
2. Nongdaonangu River Gem Mining: Families and gem enthusiasts can head to Nongdaonangu River to participate in gem mining activities. Visitors can dig and explore gem ores, and then have their finds appraised by local experts who can transform them into souvenirs like rings or necklaces.
3. Boating on Ruili River: For a relaxing experience, take a boat ride on the Ruili River. This scenic river offers beautiful landscapes along its banks, perfect for enjoying leisurely activities such as fishing or simply soaking in the natural beauty.

Ethnic Holiday Celebrations

1. Sino-Burma Friendship Paukphaw Festival: Held around the 15th or 16th of January in the lunar calendar, this festival celebrates the friendship between China and Myanmar. It features spectacular group dances, the selection of Miss Ruili River, competitions for ethnic costume design, and more.
2. Munaozong Song Festival: Taking place from the 3rd to the 6th of October, this festival is a significant event showcasing the cultural diversity of Ruili. Activities include traditional performances, cultural exhibitions, and various contests that highlight the rich heritage of the Dai, Jingpo, and other ethnic groups in the region.

Additional Attractions and Activities

• Border Trade Market: Explore the vibrant border trade market where you can shop for a variety of goods from both China and Myanmar, including local produce, textiles, and handicrafts.
• Mengxiu Garden: Relax at Mengxiu Garden, a serene park in the heart of Ruili City featuring lush greenery, ponds, and pavilions—a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll or a picnic.
• Museum of Nationalities: Visit this museum to learn about the ethnic diversity and cultural heritage of Yunnan Province. It houses exhibits on traditional costumes, artifacts, and customs of various ethnic groups.
• Local Cuisine: Delight in the flavors of Yunnan and Myanmar’s cuisine by sampling local dishes such as Dai ethnic specialties, spicy soups, and fresh seafood at street food stalls and local restaurants.
• Cultural Performances: Attend traditional shows and cultural performances that showcase the music, dance, and rituals of the local ethnic groups. These performances often coincide with festivals and special events.
• Hot Springs: Unwind at nearby hot spring resorts where you can enjoy therapeutic baths in natural mineral waters, coupled with spa treatments and scenic surroundings.
• Day Trips: Take excursions from Ruili to nearby attractions like Wanding Town or explore the rural villages and ethnic minority communities in the picturesque countryside.

Ruili City offers a blend of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and exciting entertainment options, making it an ideal destination for travelers looking to experience southwestern China’s ethnic diversity and vibrant border culture.

Being around 350 kilometers from the provincial capital Kunming（昆明）, Qiaojia County（巧家县）is known for its water scenery and mountain, as well as canyon and high-land pasture. It is also one of the most famous scenic areas in Yunnan, which can be easily reached by coach and plane.

How to Get to Qiaojia County From Kunming

1. By Long-Distance Coach

Everyday, there will be about 7 coaches departing from Kunming North Coach Terminal（昆明北部汽车客运站）, and the schedule is listed as follows:

Time of Deparure	Duration	Ticket Price
08:00	5 hr 40 mins	CNY 89
09:00	5 hr 42 mins	CNY 89
10:00	4 hr 57 mins	CNY 89
11:30	5 hr 40 mins	CNY 89
13:30	5 hr 40 mins	CNY 89
15:00	5 hr 36 mins	CNY 89
17:30	5 hr 40 mins	CNY 89

Address of Kunming North Coach Terminal:
Fengyuan Road, Panlong District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
This coach terminal can be reached by taking City Bus No. 9; No. 23; No. 25; No. 57; No. 79; No. 96; No. 168; No. 182; No. 906; No. 907; No. C136; No. K43(ranges from CNY 1 to CNY 10), and Metro Line 2(can be transferred to at South Ring Road and Dongfeng Square Station). The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 40 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 30 mins.

2. By Plane

Please be noted, that after you have arrived at the local airport of Zhaotong City（昭通市）, you will still need to transfer by local coach or taxi to Qiaojia County（巧家县）. However, it is absolutely important for you to reach a deal with the driver or conductor before departure.

Besides, this transportation method may consume more transfer time, and always cost more than coach.

Everyday, there will be about 4 flights departing from Kunming Changshui International Airport（昆明长水国际机场）, and the schedule is listed as follows:

Flight No.	Time of Departure	Duration	Ticket Price (Economy)
MU5865	10:25	50 mins	CNY 530
MU9707	10:35	55 mins	CNY 390
CA1404 MU9708	11:40	8 hr 50 mins	CNY 1410
PN6394 MU5866	23:55	15 hr 25 mins	CNY 624

Address of Kunming Changshui International Airport:
Changshui Village, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
This airport can be reached by taking Airport Express No.919 (approximately CNY 13) from different locations in the city, and Metro Line 6(can be transferred to at Kunming East Coach Terminal). The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 100 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 45 mins.

This article is about the transportation between Yingjiang and Kunmin. Being around 750 kilometers from the provincial capital Kunming（昆明）, Yingjiang County（盈江县）is known for its marvelous ethnic culture and water scenery. It is also one of the most famous scenic areas in Yunnan, which can be easily reached by coach and plane.

How to Get to Yingjiang County From Kunming?

By Long-Distance Coach

Everyday, there will be about 2 coaches departing from Kunming West Coach Station（昆明西部汽车客运站) to Yingjiang Bus Station(盈江客运站).

Kunming-Yingjiang Coach Schedules

Departs	Duration	Ticket Price
16:00	13 hr 6 mins	CNY 292(Seat)
20:00	18 hr 18 mins	CNY 300( sleeper)

Yingjiang-Kunming Coach Schedules

Departs	Duration	Ticket Price
15:00	18 hr 18 mins	CNY 300( sleeper)
19:00	13 hr 6 mins	CNY 292(Seat)

Kunming West Coach Station
Add:No.18, Yining Road, Xishan District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
How to Get: City Bus No. 82; No. 148; No. 153; No. 258; No. 908; No. Z102; No. Z87; No. 80; No. 151; No. 258; No. 268; No. 908; No. C143; No. K41(ranges from CNY 1 to CNY 10), Airport Express No.919 C (approximately CNY 13),Taxi
Yingjiang Bus Station
Add: Mihui Road, Yingjiang County, Dehong Dai abd Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture

By Plane

Everyday, there will be about 19 flights departing from Kunming Changshui International Airport(昆明长水国际机场) to Dehong Mangshi Airport(德宏芒市机场).

Kunming-Mangshi Airline Schedules

Flight Number	Airlines	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Plane	Full Price(Economy)
TV6045	Tibetairlines	14:40	16:00	1h20mins	Airbus319	CNY1830
8L9935      (available on Mon./Wed./Thu.)	Lucky Air	09:00	10:05	1h5mins	Airbus319	CNY1670
8L9931	Lucky Air	13:35	14:45	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9571	Lucky Air	20:10	21:15	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9643	Lucky Air	12:50	14:00	1h10mins	Airbus319	CNY1670
KY8345      (available on Tue./Thu./Sat.)	Kunming Airlines	08:50	10:10	1h20mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
KY8357	Kunming Airlines	22:00	23:05	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
MU5702	China Eastern Airlines	17:25	18:35	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5764	China Eastern Airlines	12:15	13:20	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5971     (available on Mon./Wed./Fri.)	China Eastern Airlines	08:25	09:35	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5973	China Eastern Airlines	16:15	17:25	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5977	China Eastern Airlines	09:40	10:50	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5975	China Eastern Airlines	22:05	23:10	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5993	China Eastern Airlines	13:25	14:45	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5995(available on Tue./Thu.)	China Eastern Airlines	21:30	22:35	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
DR6501	Ruili Airlines	18:40	19:50	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6503	Ruili Airlines	07:15	18:20	1h5mins	Beoing738	CNY2010
DR6505	Ruili Airlines	21:05	22:10	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6507	Ruili Airlines	14:50	16:00	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6509	Ruili Airlines	07:50	09:00	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6517	Ruili Airlines	12:05	13:10	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010

Mangshi-Kunming Airline Schedules

Flight Number	Airline	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Plane	Full Price(Economy)
KY8358	Kunming Airlines	23:45	00:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
KY3846 (available on Thu./Sat.)	Kunming Airlines	11:45	13:05	1h20mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
DR6502	Ruili Airlines	20:40	21:45	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6504	Ruili Airlines	09:20	10:25	1h5mins	Broing738	CNY2010
DR6506	Ruili Airlines	18:45	19:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6508	Ruili Airlines	23:00	00:05	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6510	Ruili Airlines	21:45	22:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6518	Ruili Airlines	09:55	11:05	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
MU5709	China Eastern Airlines	11:50	13:05	1h15mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5763	China Eastern Airlines	19:15	20:25	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5972 (available on Mon./Wed./Fri.)	China Eastern Airlines	10:20	11:30	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5974	China Eastern Airlines	22:10	23:15	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5976	China Eastern Airlines	23:50	00:55	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5978	China Eastern Airlines	21:15	22:30	1h15mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5994	China Eastern Airlines	22:30	23:40	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5996 (available on Tue./Thu.)	China Eastern Airlines	23:15	00:20	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
8L9572	Lucky Air	21:50	22:55	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9932	Lucky Air	12:40	13:45	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9936 (available on Wed./Thu./Sun.)	Lucky Air	12:50	13:55	1h5mins	Airbus319	CNY1670
8L9644	Lucky Air	16:45	17:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
TV6046	Tibetairlines	12:15	13:25	1h10mins	Airbus319	CNY1830

Kunming Changshui Airport
Add:Changshui Village, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
How to Get:  Airport Express No.919, Taxi
Dehong Mangshi Airport
Add: Fengping Town, Mangshi, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture

Please be noted, that after you have arrived at the local airport of Mangshi City(芒市), you will still need to transfer by local coach or taxi to Yingjiang County(盈江县). Besides, this transportation method may consume more transfer time, and always cost more than coach.

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

When birdwatching in Yingjiang and Ruili, Dehong Prefecture, Yunnan, you should pay attention to these 100 species. Organized by the Yingjiang Birdwatching Association for the convenience of birdwatchers, this list includes birds that are characteristic of this region. Among these 100 species, some have a narrow distribution confined to Yingjiang and Ruili, others are found elsewhere but are relatively easy to spot in this area, and there are also species with limited recorded sightings in China, awaiting rediscovery. Additionally, there are many other distinctive bird species that could not be included in this list, provided as a reference for bird enthusiasts. Since many birds are seasonal, one visit may not be enough! When birdwatching, be sure to bring out your notebook and check off the species you observe. Feedback and corrections are welcome.

种数目 Sp. Count	中文名字	居留及普及状况 Status and Abundance	English, IOC v5.4	Scientific Name, IOC v5.4
雁形目 雁鸭科 ANSERIFORMES Anatidae (Ducks, Geese and Swans)
1	印缅斑嘴鸭	r, c	Indian Spot-billed Duck	Anas poecilorhyncha
鸡形目 雉科 GALLIFORMES Phasianidae (Pheasants and allies)
2	白颊山鹧鸪	r, r	White-cheeked Partridge	Arborophila atrogularis
3	灰腹角雉	r, r	Blyth’s Tragopan	Tragopan blythii
4	红原鸡	r, u	Red Junglefowl	Gallus gallus
5	黑鹇	r, u	Kalij Pheasant	Lophura leucomelanos
6	灰孔雀雉	r, r	Grey Peacock-Pheasant	Polyplectron bicalcaratum
鹳形目 鹳科 CICONIIFORMES Ciconiidae (Storks)
7	秃鹳	v, r	Lesser Adjutant	Leptoptilos javanicus
鲣鸟目 鸬鹚科 SULIFORMES Phalacrocoracidae (Cormorants, Shags)
8	黑颈鸬鹚	r, u	Little Cormorant	Microcarbo niger
鹰形目 鹰科 ACCIPITRIFORMES Accipitridae (Kites, Hawks and Eagles)
9	褐冠鹃隼	r, u	Jerdon’s Baza	Aviceda jerdoni
10	棕腹隼雕	w, r	Rufous-bellied Hawk-Eagle	Lophotriorchis kienerii
鹤形目 秧鸡科 GRUIFORMES Rallidae (Rails, Crakes and Coots)
11	棕背田鸡	r, u	Black-tailed Crake	Porzana bicolor
鸻形目 鸻科 CHARADRIIFORMES Charadriidae (Plovers)
12	距翅麦鸡	r, c	River Lapwing	Vanellus duvaucelii
13	肉垂麦鸡	r, r	Red-wattled Lapwing	Vanellus indicus
鸻形目 水雉科 CHARADRIIFORMES Jacanidae (Jacanas)
14	铜翅水雉	r, u	Bronze-winged Jacana	Metopidius indicus
鸻形目 燕鸻科 CHARADRIIFORMES Glareolidae (Coursers, Pratincoles)
15	灰燕鸻	r, c	Small Pratincole	Glareola lactea
鸻形目 鸥科 CHARADRIIFORMES Laridae (Gulls, Terns and Skimmers)
16	黄嘴河燕鸥	r, c	River Tern	Sterna aurantia
鸽形目 鸠鸽科 COLUMBIFORMES Columbidae (Pigeons, Doves)
17	斑尾鹃鸠	r, u	Barred Cuckoo-Dove	Macropygia unchall
18	绿翅金鸠	r, u	Common Emerald Dove	Chalcophaps indica
19	厚嘴绿鸠	r, u	Thick-billed Green Pigeon	Treron curvirostra
20	针尾绿鸠	r, u	Pin-tailed Green Pigeon	Treron apicauda
21	山皇鸠	r, u	Mountain Imperial Pigeon	Ducula badia
鹃形目 杜鹃科 CUCULIFORMES Cuculidae (Cuckoos)
22	栗斑杜鹃	r, u	Banded Bay Cuckoo	Cacomantis sonneratii
鸮形目 草鸮科 STRIGIFORMES Tytonidae (Barn Owls)
23	栗鸮	r, r	Oriental Bay Owl	Phodilus badius
鸮形目 鸱鸮科 STRIGIFORMES Strigidae (Owls)
24	林雕鸮	r, r	Spot-bellied Eagle-Owl	Bubo nipalensis
夜鹰目 哇嘴鸱科 CAPRIMULGIFORMES Podargidae (Frogmouths)
25	黑顶蟆口鸱	r, u	Hodgson’s Frogmouth	Batrachostomus hodgsoni
夜鹰目 夜鹰科 CAPRIMULGIFORMES Caprimulgidae (Nightjars)
26	毛腿耳夜鹰	r, r	Great Eared Nightjar	Lyncornis macrotis
雨燕目 树燕科 APODIFORMES Hemiprocnidae (Treeswifts)
27	凤头树燕	r, u	Crested Treeswift	Hemiprocne coronata
雨燕目 雨燕科 APODIFORMES Apodidae (Swifts)
28	褐背针尾雨燕	v, r	Brown-backed Needletail	Hirundapus giganteus
佛法僧目 翠鸟科 CORACIIFORMES Alcedinidae (Kingfishers)
29	鹳嘴翡翠	r, r	Stork-billed Kingfisher	Pelargopsis capensis
30	赤翡翠	r, r	Ruddy Kingfisher	Halcyon coromanda
31	三趾翠鸟	r, r	Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher	Ceyx erithaca
佛法僧目 蜂虎科 CORACIIFORMES Meropidae (Bee-eaters)
32	蓝须夜蜂虎	r, c	Blue-bearded Bee-eater	Nyctyornis athertoni
33	绿喉蜂虎	r, c	Green Bee-eater	Merops orientalis
34	栗头蜂虎	r, c	Chestnut-headed Bee-eater	Merops leschenaulti
犀鸟目 犀鸟科 BUCEROTIFORMES Bucerotidae (Hornbills)
35	双角犀鸟	r, r	Great Hornbill	Buceros bicornis
36	冠斑犀鸟	r, r	Oriental Pied Hornbill	Anthracoceros albirostris
37	花冠皱盔犀鸟	r, r	Wreathed Hornbill	Rhyticeros undulatus
䴕形目 拟鴷科 PICIFORMES Megalaimidae (Asian Barbets)
38	蓝耳拟啄木鸟	r, u	Blue-eared Barbet	Psilopogon duvaucelii
39	赤胸拟啄木鸟	r, c	Coppersmith Barbet	Psilopogon haemacephalus
䴕形目 啄木鸟科 PICIFORMES Picidae (Woodpeckers)
40	纹胸啄木鸟	r, u	Stripe-breasted Woodpecker	Dendrocopos atratus
41	黄冠啄木鸟	r, c	Lesser Yellownape	Picus chlorolophus
42	大金背啄木鸟	r, r	Greater Flameback	Chrysocolaptes guttacristatus
43	大灰啄木鸟	r, r	Great Slaty Woodpecker	Mulleripicus pulverulentus
隼形目 隼科 FALCONIFORMES Falconidae (Caracaras, Falcons)
44	红腿小隼	r, u	Collared Falconet	Microhierax caerulescens
45	猛隼	r, r	Oriental Hobby	Falco severus
鹦形目 鹦鹉科 PSITTACIFORMES Psittaculidae (Old World Parrots)
46	灰头鹦鹉	r, r	Grey-headed Parakeet	Psittacula finschii
47	花头鹦鹉	r, r	Blossom-headed Parakeet	Psittacula roseata
48	绯胸鹦鹉	r, c	Red-breasted Parakeet	Psittacula alexandri
49	红领绿鹦鹉	r, r	Rose-ringed Parakeet	Psittacula krameri
雀形目 八色鸫科 PASSERIFORMES Pittidae (Pittas)
50	蓝枕八色鸫	r, r	Blue-naped Pitta	Hydrornis nipalensis
51	栗头八色鸫	r, r	Rusty-naped Pitta	Hydrornis oatesi
52	蓝八色鸫	r, r	Blue Pitta	Hydrornis cyaneus
53	绿胸八色鸫	s, r	Hooded Pitta	Pitta sordida
雀形目 伯劳科 PASSERIFORMES Laniidae (Shrikes)
54	栗背伯劳	r, c	Burmese Shrike	Lanius collurioides
雀形目 黄鹂科 PASSERIFORMES Oriolidae (Figbirds, Orioles)
55	黑头黄鹂	r, u	Black-hooded Oriole	Oriolus xanthornus
雀形目 鸦科 PASSERIFORMES Corvidae (Crows, Jays)
56	蓝绿鹊	r, c	Common Green Magpie	Cissa chinensis
57	棕腹树鹊	r, r	Rufous Treepie	Dendrocitta vagabunda
58	黑额树鹊	r, r	Collared Treepie	Dendrocitta frontalis
59	家鸦	r, r	House Crow	Corvus splendens
60	丛林鸦	r, c	Eastern Jungle Crow	Corvus levaillantii
雀形目 鹎科 PASSERIFORMES Pycnonotidae (Bulbuls)
61	黑冠黄鹎	r, c	Black-crested Bulbul	Pycnonotus flaviventris
62	黑喉红臀鹎	r, c	Red-vented Bulbul	Pycnonotus cafer
63	黄绿鹎	r, c	Flavescent Bulbul	Pycnonotus flavescens
64	黄腹冠鹎	r, c	White-throated Bulbul	Alophoixus flaveolus
65	灰短脚鹎	r, c	Ashy Bulbul	Hemixos flavala
雀形目 燕科 PASSERIFORMES Hirundinidae (Swallows, Martins)
66	线尾燕	r, c	Wire-tailed Swallow	Hirundo smithii
雀形目 树莺科 PASSERIFORMES Cettiidae (Cettia Bush Warblers and allies)
67	宽嘴鹟莺	r, r	Broad-billed Warbler	Tickellia hodgsoni
雀形目 柳莺科 PASSERIFORMES Phylloscopidae (Leaf Warblers and allies)
68	黄胸柳莺	s, r	Yellow-vented Warbler	Phylloscopus cantator
雀形目 蝗莺科 PASSERIFORMES Locustellidae (Grassbirds and allies)
69	沼泽大尾莺	r, c	Striated Grassbird	Megalurus palustris
雀形目 穗鹛科 PASSERIFORMES Timaliidae (Babblers)
70	长嘴钩嘴鹛	r, r	Large Scimitar Babbler	Pomatorhinus hypoleucos
71	棕头钩嘴鹛	r, c	Red-billed Scimitar Babbler	Pomatorhinus ochraceiceps
72	红嘴钩嘴鹛	r, u	Coral-billed Scimitar Babbler	Pomatorhinus ferruginosus
雀形目 噪鹛科 PASSERIFORMES Leiothrichidae (Laughingthrushes)
73	白冠噪鹛	r, u	White-crested Laughingthrush	Garrulax leucolophus
74	栗颈噪鹛	r, r	Rufous-necked Laughingthrush	Garrulax ruficollis
75	栗背奇鹛	r, u	Rufous-backed Sibia	Heterophasia annectans
76	灰奇鹛	r, c	Grey Sibia	Heterophasia gracilis
雀形目 鸦雀科 PASSERIFORMES Sylviidae (Sylviid Babblers)
77	黑眉鸦雀	r, u	Pale-billed Parrotbill	Chleuasicus atrosuperciliaris
78	红头鸦雀	r, u	Rufous-headed Parrotbill	Psittiparus bakeri
雀形目 和平鸟科 PASSERIFORMES Irenidae (Fairy-bluebirds)
79	和平鸟	r, r	Asian Fairy-bluebird	Irena puella
雀形目 椋鸟科 PASSERIFORMES Sturnidae (Starlings, Rhabdornis)
80	斑翅椋鸟	r, u	Spot-winged Starling	Saroglossa spiloptera
81	金冠树八哥	r, r	Golden-crested Myna	Ampeliceps coronatus
82	鹩哥	r, u	Common Hill Myna	Gracula religiosa
83	林八哥	r, u	Great Myna	Acridotheres grandis
84	白领八哥	r, u	Collared Myna	Acridotheres albocinctus
85	红嘴椋鸟	r, u	Vinous-breasted Starling	Acridotheres burmannicus
86	斑椋鸟	r, u	Pied Myna	Gracupica contra
87	灰头椋鸟	r, c	Chestnut-tailed Starling	Sturnia malabarica
雀形目 鸫科 PASSERIFORMES Turdidae (Thrushes)
88	大长嘴地鸫	r, r	Long-billed Thrush	Zoothera monticola
89	长嘴地鸫	r, r	Dark-sided Thrush	Zoothera marginata
90	绿宽嘴鸫	r, r	Green Cochoa	Cochoa viridis
雀形目 鹟科 PASSERIFORMES Muscicapidae (Chats, Old World Flycatchers)
91	灰颊仙鹟	r, r	Pale-chinned Blue Flycatcher	Cyornis poliogenys
92	黑背燕尾	r, c	Black-backed Forktail	Enicurus immaculatus
93	玉头姬鹟	s, u	Sapphire Flycatcher	Ficedula sapphira
94	白斑黑石䳭	r, c	Pied Bush Chat	Saxicola caprata
雀形目 叶鹎科 PASSERIFORMES Chloropseidae (Leafbirds)
95	蓝翅叶鹎	r, c	Blue-winged Leafbird	Chloropsis cochinchinensis
96	金额叶鹎	r, u	Golden-fronted Leafbird	Chloropsis aurifrons
雀形目 织雀科 PASSERIFORMES Ploceidae (Weavers, Widowbirds)
97	纹胸织雀	r, u	Streaked Weaver	Ploceus manyar
98	黄胸织雀	r, u	Baya Weaver	Ploceus philippinus
雀形目 梅花雀科 PASSERIFORMES Estrildidae (Waxbills, Munias and allies)
99	长尾鹦雀	v, r	Pin-tailed Parrotfinch	Erythrura prasina
100	栗腹文鸟	r, u	Chestnut Munia	Lonchura atricapilla

资料来源：

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双角犀鸟

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猛隼

林雕鸮

栗鸮

花头鹦鹉

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灰燕鸻

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红腿小隼

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和平鸟

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栗头蜂虎

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凤头树燕

祝您来德宏观鸟有好收获，收获多多国内珍稀鸟种。
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This article is about the transportation between Ruili and Kunming. Ruili(瑞丽), located in south of Dehong Dai and Jinpo Autonomous Prefecture(德宏傣族景颇族自治州), west of Yunnan Province, is closed to Burma, thus it’s an important border for culture exchange between China and Burma and border port for trading and transportation. Although there is no airport in Ruili, the transportation of Ruili is convenient due to its busy trade. And the railway station is being built. It’s about 720 kilometers away from Kunming the capital and here are our advice on how to get in Ruili from Kunming. 

How to Get to Ruili City from Kunming

By Plane+Bus

Due to no airport located in Ruili, tourists need to take the flight to Mangshi and then transfer to Ruili by bus. Formerly called Luxi Mangshi Airport, Dehong Mangshi Airport(德宏芒市机场) is 6.5 kilometres away from the city proper of Mangshi. It is 649 kilometers away from Kunming and 106 kilometers away from Ruili. It needs 3 hours and 15 minutes’s drive from Mangshi. You can depart at Kunming Changshui International Airport(昆明长水国际机场).

Kunming-Mangshi Airline Schedules

Flight Number	Airlines	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Plane	Full Price(Economy)
TV6045	Tibetairlines	14:40	16:00	1h20mins	Airbus319	CNY1830
8L9935      (available on Mon./Wed./Thu.)	Lucky Air	09:00	10:05	1h5mins	Airbus319	CNY1670
8L9931	Lucky Air	13:35	14:45	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9571	Lucky Air	20:10	21:15	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9643	Lucky Air	12:50	14:00	1h10mins	Airbus319	CNY1670
KY8345      (available on Tue./Thu./Sat.)	Kunming Airlines	08:50	10:10	1h20mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
KY8357	Kunming Airlines	22:00	23:05	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
MU5702	China Eastern Airlines	17:25	18:35	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5764	China Eastern Airlines	12:15	13:20	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5971     (available on Mon./Wed./Fri.)	China Eastern Airlines	08:25	09:35	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5973	China Eastern Airlines	16:15	17:25	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5977	China Eastern Airlines	09:40	10:50	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5975	China Eastern Airlines	22:05	23:10	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5993	China Eastern Airlines	13:25	14:45	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5995(available on Tue./Thu.)	China Eastern Airlines	21:30	22:35	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
DR6501	Ruili Airlines	18:40	19:50	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6503	Ruili Airlines	07:15	18:20	1h5mins	Beoing738	CNY2010
DR6505	Ruili Airlines	21:05	22:10	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6507	Ruili Airlines	14:50	16:00	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6509	Ruili Airlines	07:50	09:00	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6517	Ruili Airlines	12:05	13:10	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010

Mangshi-Kunming Airline Schedules

Flight Number	Airline	Departure	Arrival	Duration	Plane	Full Price(Economy)
KY8358	Kunming Airlines	23:45	00:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
KY3846 (available on Thu./Sat.)	Kunming Airlines	11:45	13:05	1h20mins	Beoing737	CNY1830
DR6502	Ruili Airlines	20:40	21:45	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6504	Ruili Airlines	09:20	10:25	1h5mins	Broing738	CNY2010
DR6506	Ruili Airlines	18:45	19:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6508	Ruili Airlines	23:00	00:05	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6510	Ruili Airlines	21:45	22:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
DR6518	Ruili Airlines	09:55	11:05	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY2010
MU5709	China Eastern Airlines	11:50	13:05	1h15mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5763	China Eastern Airlines	19:15	20:25	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5972 (available on Mon./Wed./Fri.)	China Eastern Airlines	10:20	11:30	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5974	China Eastern Airlines	22:10	23:15	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5976	China Eastern Airlines	23:50	00:55	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5978	China Eastern Airlines	21:15	22:30	1h15mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5994	China Eastern Airlines	22:30	23:40	1h10mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
MU5996 (available on Tue./Thu.)	China Eastern Airlines	23:15	00:20	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1390
8L9572	Lucky Air	21:50	22:55	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9932	Lucky Air	12:40	13:45	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
8L9936 (available on Wed./Thu./Sun.)	Lucky Air	12:50	13:55	1h5mins	Airbus319	CNY1670
8L9644	Lucky Air	16:45	17:50	1h5mins	Beoing737	CNY1670
TV6046	Tibetairlines	12:15	13:25	1h10mins	Airbus319	CNY1830

Kunming Changshui Airport
Add:Changshui Village, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
How to Get:  Airport Express No.919, Taxi
Dehong Mangshi Airport
Add: Fengping Town, Mangshi, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture

It is recommended to take the flights of Ruili Airlines, which provides the free shuttle bus service between Mangshi and Ruili. With the boarding pass of any flight between Kunming and Mangshi can tourists get on the shuttle bus. It departs half an hour after the landing.

By Long-distance Bus

There are 7 long-distance buses available every day from Kunming to Ruili City (瑞丽市).
Tourists can take the long-distance bus from Kunming West Bus Station (昆明西部客运站)to Ruili Bus Station(瑞丽客运站), the journey will take about 11 hours. 

Kunming to Ruili Bus Timetable

Departs	Arrives	Duration	Price
09:00	Ruili Bus Station	11h	CNY273
11:00	Ruili Bus Station	11h	CNY273
15:00	Ruili Bus Station	11h	CNY273
17:00	Ruili Bus Station	11h	CNY273
19:00	Ruili Bus Station	11h	CNY300
20:00	Ruili Bus Station	11h	CNY300
21:00	Ruili Bus Station	11h	CNY273

There are 5 long-distance buses available every day from Ruili City (瑞丽市) to Kunming.
Tourists can take the long-distance bus from Ruili Bus Station(瑞丽客运站) to Kunming, the journey will take about 11 hours. 

Ruili to Kunming Bus Timetable

Departs	Arrives	Duration	Price
08:30	Kunming	11h	CNY325
12:00	Kunming	11h	CNY325
15:00	Kunming	11h	CNY325
17:00	Kunming	11h	CNY364
19:30	Kunming	11h	CNY364

Tips

• Bus transportation is influenced largely by weather and road conditions, therefore, travel time and distance provided here should be used as references only.
• If you need ticket booking service or a personal travel plan, please contact us.

Kunming West Bus Station
Add: No.18, Yining Road, Xishan District, Kunming city, Yunnan Province
Ruili Bus Station
Add:Ruizhang Road, Ruili City, Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province

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
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Being around 200 kilometers from the provincial capital Kunming（昆明）, Xinping County（新平县） is known for its marvelous ethnic culture and water scenery, as well as temples and mountains. It is also one of the most famous scenic areas in Yunnan, which can be easily reached by coach and train.

How to Get to Xinping County From Kunming

1. By Long-Distance Coach

Everyday, there will be about 7 coaches departing from Kunming South Coach Terminal（昆明南部汽车客运站）, and the schedule is listed as follows:

Time of Departure	Duration	Ticket Price
08:30	2 hr 33 mins	CNY 73
10:00	2 hr 33 mins	CNY 73
11:00	2 hr 33 mins	CNY 73
12:00	2 hr 33 mins	CNY 73
14:10	2 hr 33 mins	CNY 73
16:00	2 hr 33 mins	CNY 73
17:00	2 hr 33 mins	CNY 73

Address of Kunming South Coach Terminal:
No.7, Shangbo Street, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Priovince
This coach terminal can be reached by taking City Bus No. 103; No. 103 Express; No. 149 Exclusive; No. 154; No. 162; No. 178; No. 179; No. 186; No. 198; No. 255; No. 902; No. C12; No. C13; No. C14; No. C24; No. C4 [Route A]; No. C4[Route B]; No. C5; No. C6[Route A]; No. C6[Route B]; No. C7; No. K15; No. K40; No. Z48; No. Z49(ranges from CNY 1 to CNY 10), and Airport Express 919 D (approximately CNY 13), as well as Metro Line 1(can be transferred to at Dongfeng Square Station). The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 70 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 50 mins.

2. By Train

Please be noted, that after you have arrived at the local railway station of Yuxi City（玉溪市）, you will still need to transfer by local coach or taxi to Xinping County（新平县）. However, it is absolutely important for you to reach a deal with the driver or conductor before departure.

Besides, this transportation method may consume more transfer time, and always cost more than coach.

Everyday, there will be about 11 trains departing from Kunming Railway Station （昆明火车站） and Kunming South Railway Station （昆明南火车站）, and the schedule is listed as follows:

Train No.	Station of Departure	Time of Departure	Duration	Ticket Price
K432	Kunming	05:36	1 hr 31 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5 Hard Sleeper-CNY 62.5 Soft Sleeper-CNY 96.5
K9812	Kunming	07:45	1 hr 23 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5
D8641	Kunming South	08:10	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 32 First Class-CNY 50 Business Class-CNY 95
D8645	Kunming South	09:55	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 32 First Class-CNY 50 Business Class-CNY 95
D8649	Kunming South	10:07	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 32 First Class-CNY 50 Business Class-CNY 95
K9832	Kunming	11:02	1 hr 16 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5 Soft Seat-CNY 27.5
K9826	Kunming	12:30	1 hr 23 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5
K9822	Kunming	15:41	1 hr 23 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5
K9866	Kunming	17:20	1 hr 16 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5 Soft Sleeper-CNY 96.5

G1421	Kunming South	18:47	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 40 First Class-CNY 63  Business Class-CNY 119
G1535	Kunming South	19:13	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 40 First Class-CNY 63 Business Class-CNY 119

Address of Kunming Railway Station:
No.1 Beijing Road, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
This railway station can be reached by City Bus No.2; No.80; No.23; No.24; No.25; No.44; No.83(CNY 1 for ordinary, CNY 2 for air-conditioned), and Airport Express No.919 C (approximately CNY 13), as well as Metro Line 1(can be transferred to at Dongfeng Square Station). The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 15 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 20 mins.

Address of Kunming South Railway Station:
Xiang’yuan Street, Cheng’gong District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
This railway station can be reached by City Bus No. K32; No. K33; No. K34; No. K35; No. K37; No. K38; No. K39; No. K40; No. K41; No. K42; No. K43(CNY 1 for ordinary, CNY 2 for air-conditioned), and Airport Express No. 919K (approximately CNY 13), as well as Metro Line 1(can be transferred to at Dongfeng Square Station) The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 120 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 65 mins.

Chinese Name:德昂族浇花节/泼水节
English Name:  Watering Flowers Festival (Jiaohuajie) of Deang Ethnic Minority

Watering Flowers Festival (Jiaohuajie) of the Deang Ethnic Minority

The Deang people celebrate the Watering Flowers Festival, also known as Jiaohuajie, typically in mid-April. This festival, lasting 3 to 5 days, is rich with cultural and religious significance, combining elements of nature worship, Buddhist rituals, and community activities.

The Legend Behind the Festival

The Misunderstanding of Filial Piety: One legend tells of a rebellious son who, on the seventh day after Qingming Festival, was working in the mountains and witnessed a scene of young birds feeding their mother. This moved him to resolve to serve his mother better. As his mother climbed the mountain to bring him food, she slipped, and fearing her son would strike her, she tragically killed herself by hitting a tree. The remorseful son carved a statue of his mother from the tree and, every year on the seventh day after Qingming, he would bathe the statue in warm water sprinkled with flower petals, which evolved into a local custom.

The Longing for the Seven Fairies: In ancient times, seven fairies descended from heaven to bathe in a lake but were spotted by the Deang people and flew back to heaven. The fairies told the Deang that if they missed them, they could create Buddha statues and bathe them annually to remember them.

Remembering Buddha Shakyamuni: Buddha Shakyamuni, concerned about the long drought, advised the Deang people to pour water on his statue during the “Sand Pagoda Festival” every year. This act would bring rain to relieve the drought. Before he ascended to heaven, Shakyamuni left scriptures and instructed the Deang to perform this ritual, promising it would ensure their peace and prosperity.

Festival Activities

Day 1: Listening to Scriptures: On the first day of the festival, villagers gather at the temple to listen to the monks recite scriptures.

Day 2: Bathing the Buddha: The second day involves bathing the Buddha statues. Each household’s younger generation prepares a basin of hot water and, in the main hall, they ask for forgiveness from their elders for any disrespect shown over the past year. The elders also reflect on their own shortcomings in setting examples. The younger ones then wash the hands and feet of their elders, mutually wishing for harmony and good fortune in the coming year. Only in the afternoon do the water-splashing activities begin.

Day 3: Festive Water Splashes: On the third day, the water-splashing festivities continue. The temporary “temple hall” constructed in the village becomes the focal point, adorned with wild pear blossoms collected by the youth. Villagers carry water from a sacred pond back to the hall to bathe the Buddha statues.

Collecting and Splashing Water: Participants, including young men and women, gather around a small pond to fetch water. Women often hand decorated bamboo water tubes to the young men, expressing love and affection under the ancient banyan tree. This act symbolizes gratitude for the life-giving water and the sharing of heartfelt emotions.

Rituals and Ceremonies

Constructing the “Zang House”: On the day before the festival, villagers build a temporary structure called the “Zang House” in the village center. Two dragon-shaped wooden water troughs, one approximately 10 meters long and the other about 6 meters long, are set up. Water from these troughs, decorated with wildflowers, flows over the Buddha statues, bathing them.

Receiving and Bathing the Buddha: During the festival, villagers, led by elders, fetch several small gilded Buddha statues from the main temple. These statues are placed in the Zang House where water flows over them. The village’s sole monk pours the first jug of water into the dragon trough, followed by the elders and then the villagers, marking the climax of the festival.

Mutual Blessings: On the final day, villagers from neighboring Deang communities visit each other, exchanging blessings and participating in the water-splashing activities. This ritual, accompanied by drum music and dancing, symbolizes the purification of the body and soul, and the mutual exchange of good wishes for health and prosperity.

The Watering Flowers Festival blends Buddhist devotion with vibrant cultural traditions, celebrating the Deang people’s reverence for nature, their community bonds, and their aspirations for a harmonious and prosperous life.

Source from:
http://www.dehong.gov.cn/culture/mz/content-86-458-1.html
http://www.ynich.cn/view-ml-11111-1172.html

Overview 

• Chinese Name:楚雄彝族彝族火把节
• English Name: The Torch Festival of Yi Ethnic Minority in Chuxiong

The Torch Festival is a significant traditional celebration for the Yi ethnic minority. This vibrant festival is typically celebrated on the 24th day of the sixth lunar month, and it signifies the Yi people’s agricultural culture, showcasing their customs, traditions, and communal spirit.

Origins and Significance

The Torch Festival has its roots in ancient agricultural practices and is associated with the Yi people’s reverence for fire and their agricultural deities. Originally, it was a time for farmers to pray for a good harvest. The festival has evolved into a broader celebration of Yi culture, featuring various festivities that strengthen community bonds.

Main Activities

1. Torch Lighting and Procession: The central feature of the festival involves lighting large torches made of wood and straw. These torches are often decorated and symbolize the dispelling of evil spirits, as well as bringing light and prosperity to the community. People carry the torches through the streets and fields in joyous processions.
2. Rituals and Offerings: People perform rituals to honor the earth and sky, praying for a good harvest and protection from disasters. Offerings may be made to deities, and traditional sacrifices can occur.
3. Cultural Performances: The festival is a showcase for Yi cultural heritage, including traditional music, dance, and costumes. Performances often feature singing of folk songs and traditional dances, including the lively “Jumping Dance,” which is characterized by energetic movements and vibrant expressions.
4. Competitions and Games: Various competitions are held, including sports contests, archery, and wrestling. These activities not only entertain but also foster a sense of unity and competition among different villages and communities.
5. Feasting: Community feasts are an essential part of the celebration, where people gather to enjoy traditional Yi foods, including grilled meats and local specialties. This communal dining enhances social ties and reinforces cultural traditions.

Cultural Significance

The Torch Festival is more than just a celebration; it is a vital expression of the Yi people’s identity, history, and traditions. It reinforces a sense of community and continuity, allowing younger generations to learn about their cultural heritage while also promoting social cohesion. Additionally, it serves as an opportunity for the Yi people to interact with other ethnic groups, fostering a spirit of multiculturalism and mutual respect.

The Torch Festival in Chuxiong, with its rich array of activities and deep cultural meanings, remains a vibrant and essential part of the Yi ethnic minority’s identity and cultural life.

Being around 70 kilometers from the provincial capital Kunming（昆明）, Chengjiang County（澄江县） is known for its marvelous water scenery, as well as delicious barbecue. It is also one of the most famous scenic areas in Yunnan, which can be easily reached by coach and train.

How to Get to Chengjiang County From Kunming

1. By Long-Distance Coach

Everyday, there will be about 8 coaches departing from Kunming South Coach Terminal（昆明南部汽车客运站）, and the schedule is listed as follows:

Time of Departure	Duration	Ticket Price
08:30	52 mins	CNY 20
10:10	52 mins	CNY 20
11:50	52 mins	CNY 20
13:30	52 mins	CNY 20
15:10	52 mins	CNY 20
16:50	52 mins	CNY 20
18:20	52 mins	CNY 20
20:00	52 mins	CNY 20

Address of Kunming South Coach Terminal:
No.7, Shangbo Street, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
This coach terminal can be reached by taking City Bus No. 103; No. 103 Express; No. 149 Exclusive; No. 154; No. 162; No. 178; No. 179; No. 186; No. 198; No. 255; No. 902; No. C12; No. C13; No. C14; No. C24; No. C4 [Route A]; No. C4[Route B]; No. C5; No. C6[Route A]; No. C6[Route B]; No. C7; No. K15; No. K40; No. Z48; No. Z49(ranges from CNY 1 to CNY 10), and Airport Express 919 D (approximately CNY 13), as well as Metro Line 1(can be transferred to at Dongfeng Square Station). The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 70 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 50 mins.

2. By Train

Please be noted, that after you have arrived at the local railway station of Yuxi City（玉溪市）, you will still need to transfer by local coach or taxi to Chengjiang County（澄江县）. However, it is absolutely important for you to reach a deal with the driver or conductor before departure.

Besides, this transportation method may consume more transfer time, and always cost more than coach.

Everyday, there will be about 11 trains departing from Kunming Railway Station （昆明火车站） and Kunming South Railway Station （昆明南火车站）, and the schedule is listed as follows:

Train No.	Station of Departure	Time of Departure	Duration	Ticket Price
K432	Kunming	05:36	1 hr 31 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5 Hard Sleeper-CNY 62.5 Soft Sleeper-CNY 96.5
K9812	Kunming	07:45	1 hr 23 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5
D8641	Kunming South	08:10	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 32 First Class-CNY 50 Business Class-CNY 95
D8645	Kunming South	09:55	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 32 First Class-CNY 50 Business Class-CNY 95
D8649	Kunming South	10:07	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 32 First Class-CNY 50 Business Class-CNY 95
K9832	Kunming	11:02	1 hr 16 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5 Soft Seat-CNY 27.5
K9826	Kunming	12:30	1 hr 23 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5
K9822	Kunming	15:41	1 hr 23 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5
K9866	Kunming	17:20	1 hr 16 mins	Hard Seat-CNY 16.5 Soft Sleeper-CNY 96.5

G1421	Kunming South	18:47	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 40 First Class-CNY 63  Business Class-CNY 119
G1535	Kunming South	19:13	32 mins	Second Class-CNY 40 First Class-CNY 63 Business Class-CNY 119

Address of Kunming Railway Station:
No.1 Beijing Road, Guandu District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
This railway station can be reached by City Bus No.2; No.80; No.23; No.24; No.25; No.44; No.83(CNY 1 for ordinary, CNY 2 for air-conditioned), and Airport Express No.919 C (approximately CNY 13), as well as Metro Line 1(can be transferred to at Dongfeng Square Station). The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 15 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 20 mins.

Address of Kunming South Railway Station:
Xiang’yuan Street, Cheng’gong District, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
This railway station can be reached by City Bus No. K32; No. K33; No. K34; No. K35; No. K37; No. K38; No. K39; No. K40; No. K41; No. K42; No. K43(CNY 1 for ordinary, CNY 2 for air-conditioned), and Airport Express No. 919K (approximately CNY 13), as well as Metro Line 1(can be transferred to at Dongfeng Square Station) The taxi fare from downtown area is around CNY 120 (according to the Chinese Uber, Didi), and expected time of arrival will be around 65 mins.

Zhaotong City, located in northeastern Yunnan Province, China, offers a variety of entertainment options that cater to both locals and visitors. Here are some highlights of entertainment activities in Zhaotong:

Cultural and Natural Attractions

1. Zhaotong Museum: Explore the Zhaotong Museum to learn about the history, culture, and ethnic diversity of the region. The museum showcases artifacts, traditional costumes, and exhibits related to the local customs and traditions.
2. Zhaotong Ancient Town: Visit the ancient town to experience the traditional architecture, local cuisine, and handicrafts. It’s a great place to stroll through narrow streets, visit temples, and observe daily life.
3. Mountain Scenery: Zhaotong is surrounded by beautiful mountains and landscapes, making it ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking, trekking, and nature photography. Places like Xiangbi Mountain and Yimen County offer stunning views and hiking opportunities.

   

Local Cuisine and Dining

1. Local Restaurants and Markets: Sample local Yunnan cuisine in Zhaotong’s restaurants and food markets. Enjoy dishes like Crossing the Bridge Noodles (过桥米线), spicy soups, and fresh vegetables. The night markets are lively spots to explore local street food and snacks.

Festivals and Celebrations

1. Local Festivals: Experience traditional festivals celebrated by the local ethnic groups, such as the Yi and Miao people. These festivals often feature colorful costumes, folk music, dance performances, and traditional rituals.

Hot Springs and Relaxation

1. Western Grand Canyon Hot Springs: As previously mentioned, visit the Western Grand Canyon Hot Springs for a relaxing soak in natural mineral waters amidst scenic landscapes. This attraction combines therapeutic benefits with stunning natural beauty.

Shopping and Markets

1. Local Markets: Explore local markets in Zhaotong to shop for handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs. The markets offer a glimpse into daily life and are great places to interact with locals.

Cultural Performances

1. Ethnic Performances: Attend cultural performances that showcase the music, dance, and traditions of the local ethnic groups. These performances often take place during festivals or at cultural centers.

Nearby Attractions

1. Wumeng Prairie: Take a day trip to Wumeng Prairie, located not far from Zhaotong, to experience expansive grasslands, traditional nomadic culture, and outdoor activities like horseback riding.

Summary

Zhaotong City provides a blend of cultural experiences, natural beauty, and outdoor activities. Whether you’re interested in exploring historical sites, enjoying local cuisine, attending festivals, or relaxing in hot springs, Zhaotong offers diverse entertainment options that highlight the rich cultural heritage and natural landscapes of northeastern Yunnan Province.