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According to the Kunming Bird Association, in recent years, the increase in wetlands around Dianchi Lake and the growing awareness of bird protection have attracted more and more birds to nest and settle in Kunming. Over the past half century from 1963 to 2015, Kunming has added a total of 113 bird species, including 19 new records for Yunnan Province and 1 new national record. Additionally, in the years 2016 to 2017 alone, several new wild bird species were added in the surrounding areas of Kunming, including 4 new records for Yunnan.
Professor Wang Zijiang from Yunnan University’s School of Life Sciences led a study conducted by bird experts in Kunming, summarizing and analyzing the types, quantities, and distribution of birds over the past half century. The study revealed that by the end of 2015, Kunming had documented 426 bird species, including extinct species and newly added ones. Before 1963, Kunming had 316 bird species, with an average of 125.3 birds visible per hour. Between 1963 and 2000, the number decreased to 270 species, losing 50 species but gaining 4, with an average of 51.1 birds visible per hour marking it as the period with the fewest bird species in Kunming in over 50 years.
From 2001 to 2013, Kunming recorded 374 bird species, losing 1 but adding 105 new species. The average number of birds visible per hour (excluding Black-headed Gull) reached a historical high of 94.3, indicating a gradual recovery in both species diversity and numbers. Between 2013 and 2015, Kunming saw an addition of 4 new bird species, bringing the total recorded species to 378.
Over the past half century in Kunming, 50 bird species have disappeared, while 113 new species have been added, including 19 new records for Yunnan Province and 1 new national record. The 19 new Yunnan provincial records include species as follows:
The national new record is the Spoon-billed Sandpiper钳嘴鹳. Many of these 19 new Yunnan records are waterfowl水禽, with several discovered in the Dianchi Lake wetlands.
In recent years, wild birds such as the Great Cormorant, Crested Ibis, and Eurasian Wigeon have made a comeback in Kunming!
Zhao Xuebing, Secretary-General of the Kunming Bird Watching Association, explains that with growing public awareness and the improvement of wetland environments around Dianchi Lake, from 2016 to 2017, various wild bird species have continued to increase in the outskirts of Kunming. Notable sightings include the Green Bee-eater, Indian Pond Heron, Terek Sandpiper, Spoon-billed Sandpiper, Broad-billed Sandpiper, and Booted Eagle, among others. Four of these species, including the Indian Pond Heron, Terek Sandpiper, Broad-billed Sandpiper, and Spoon-billed Sandpiper, are new records for Yunnan Province, predominantly active in the wetlands surrounding Dianchi Lake. The Green Bee-eater and Booted Eagle are classified as second-level protected national animals.
Furthermore, over the past two years, due to the ecological restoration and improvement of Dianchi Lake’s environment, as well as years of active biodiversity conservation, favorable habitats and wintering environments have been created for birds. This has led to the reappearance of long-lost wild bird species such as the Eurasian Wigeon and Great Cormorant in the vicinity of Dianchi Lake. The Crested Ibis, a second-level protected national animal, has also been rediscovered at Dianchi Lake.
Data shows that over 140 bird species have been recorded in the vicinity of Dianchi Lake in recent years, including several new records for Yunnan Province, such as:
According to local fishermen, there were still a few wild Great Cormorants active around Dianchi Lake in the 1980s, but sightings ceased thereafter. More than 30 years later, in January 2016, researchers from the Kunming Dianchi Lake Ecological Research Institute rediscovered three wild Great Cormorants in the Caohai area of Dianchi Lake. Currently, these wild Great Cormorants are rare, and as of 2013, they have been listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List version 3.1.
In mid-January this year, many photography enthusiasts from Yunnan captured a slightly larger, black wading bird in the wetlands of Jinning, Kunming. After identification, it was confirmed to be the national second-level protected animal, the Crested Ibis. Once considered extinct in China, the rediscovery of the Crested Ibis in the southern wetlands of Dianchi Lake indicates positive ecological improvements in the area.
On the evening of March 10th this year, during birdwatching in the wetlands of Dianchi Lake in Jinning District, Yunnan Bird Watching Association member Li Jiming discovered five distinctive ducks—the Eurasian Wigeon. While previously recorded at Dianchi Lake, this marks the first sighting in over 30 years in the outskirts of Kunming.
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Bird Loving Week
Since 1981, China has designated a week from late April to early May each year as “Bird Loving Week,” advocating and calling on people to care for birds and protect the blue sky. This initiative aims to promote bird conservation across various sectors of society, especially among youth.
4 New Yunnan Record Bird Species Found in Kunming
The Mizhi Festival, celebrated by the Sani ethnic group in Shilin County, Kunming, Yunnan Province, is a vibrant and culturally rich event that reflects the traditions, beliefs, and agricultural practices of the Sani people, a subgroup of the Yi ethnic minority. This festival typically occurs in the lunar calendar’s sixth month and plays a significant role in the community’s social and spiritual life.
The Mizhi Festival, which translates to “Festival of Celebrating the Harvest,” is primarily focused on agricultural abundance and the appreciation of nature’s gifts. It is a time for the Sani people to express gratitude for a bountiful harvest and to pray for good fortune in the upcoming agricultural season. The festival is also an important occasion for socializing, reinforcing community bonds, and preserving cultural heritage.
The Mizhi Festival is a celebration of Sani cultural heritage, embodying the values of gratitude, community, and respect for nature. It serves as a platform for passing down traditions to younger generations, ensuring the continuation of the Sani identity amidst modernization pressures.
In summary, the Mizhi Festival in Shilin County is a lively and meaningful event for the Sani ethnic people, emphasizing agricultural abundance, cultural expression, and community cohesion. Through its diverse activities, the festival highlights the unique traditions of the Sani community while fostering a sense of pride and continuity within their cultural landscape.
The Horse Racing Festival of the Tibetan minority in Shangri-La is a vibrant and culturally rich event that showcases the unique traditions and nomadic lifestyle of the Tibetan people. This annual festival typically takes place in late summer or early autumn, coinciding with the harvest season, and attracts both local residents and visitors from afar.
Horse racing is a highly cherished activity among the Tibetan people. It serves not only as a gathering for farmers and herders to exchange agricultural and pastoral production experiences during their leisure time, but also as a display of the spirit of the Tibetan ethnicity.
On the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, the Tibetans in Zhongdian celebrate the traditional Horse Racing Festival. Early on the fifth day, people dressed in festive attire gather from all directions at the foot of Wufeng Mountain, located to the east of the city in China. They set up tents amidst the azalea flowers and prepare a lavish picnic to spend three joyful days here, watching exciting races by riders from famous villages throughout the county. The competition features traditional Tibetan equestrian events, including horsemanship, speed races, and the pick-up of hada (a traditional ceremonial scarf). Besides horse racing, various cultural performances are also held, such as the Guozhuang dance, string dance, and Reba dance.
From the seventh to the ninth of the fifth lunar month, each town sends folk performing arts teams to participate in ethnic and folk art showcases and costume performances in Deqin County, Shangri-La. The performances include traditional dances unique to Deqin, such as the string dance and Reba dance, as well as various songs of blessings and folk songs, aimed at displaying customs and promoting ethnic culture.
The Horse Racing Festival holds deep cultural significance for the Tibetan community, serving as a celebration of their rich heritage, a showcase of equestrian skills, and a means of fostering social cohesion. It is an occasion to honor the bond between the Tibetan people and their horses, which are central to their way of life, culture, and identity.
The Horse Racing Festival reflects the identity and values of the Tibetan people, showcasing their deep connection to nature, their animals, and their rich cultural traditions. It serves as a platform for preserving and promoting Tibetan heritage, passing down customs and skills to younger generations amidst the pressures of modernization.
In conclusion, the Horse Racing Festival in Shangri-La is a joyous and culturally significant celebration for the Tibetan minority. Through thrilling competitions, traditional performances, and communal feasting, the festival not only honors the spirit of the Tibetan people but also fosters a sense of unity and cultural pride that resonates throughout the community.
Chinese Name:江川区开渔节
English Name: The Fishing Festival and Plateau Aquatic Products Fair in Jiangchuan District, Yuxi
Jiangchuan Fishing Festival, officially recognized as a national model fishery cultural festival by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs in 2017, marked its first national-level honor, becoming one of the first 25 national model fishery cultural festivals. The festival was established as the “Yunnan Plateau Lake Aquatic Product Trading Center” by the Yunnan Provincial Department of Commerce in 2005.
The Jiangchuan Fishing Festival, with its vibrant cultural activities and environmental stewardship, remains a significant cultural event, attracting visitors and promoting the rich traditions of Yunnan.
本攻略是以提供摄影信息为主的攻略,供摄影旅游爱好者参考(摄影点多是旅游景点)。
本攻略所谓摄影圣地为本人定义,即风景优美,易于拍出大片(配合运气),发朋友圈B格高,适合摄影+旅游之地。若与他人定义不符,以他人为准;
本攻略以摄影为主,其他的吃住行等请参考其他朋友的攻略。如有疑问也可以回复本人,定当知无不言。
本攻略上的建议仅供参考! 但按照本攻略去拍摄,均会收获满满(如没有与本人无关,呵呵)。
云南地处温暖湿润的环境,土壤里的铁质经过氧化慢慢沉积下来,逐渐形成了炫目的色彩。
东川红土地可以说是昆明的一块飞地,离昆明有200来公里,离东川也有40-50公里。红土地指的是位于昆明市东川区西南40多公里的红土地镇、有一名叫“花石头”(在109公里程碑处)的地方,这里方圆近百里的区域是云南红土高原上最集中、最典型、最具特色的红土地。每年9至12月,一部分红土地翻根待种,另一部分红土地已经种上绿绿的青稞或小麦和其他农作物,远远看去,就像上天涂抹的色块,色彩绚丽斑斓,衬以蓝天、白云和那变幻莫测的光束,构成了红土地壮观的景色。
从昆明到红土地,目前有两条线路可供选择:第一条是走昆曲、嵩待高速,第二条走轿子雪山旅游专线。
第一条:从昆明出发进入昆曲高速——昆嵩高速——嵩明高速——嵩待高速——看到东川指示牌后就是龙潭出口——东川区(这高速标注不是很清晰容易误导人,进入高速后别走G8511,一定往左边口进入)在嵩待高速下了龙潭出口,也是通往红土地必经之路,指示明确,建议走这条路。
第二条:由昆明西北方向的普吉立交进入“轿子雪山旅游专线”,到倘甸镇(当地人又叫马街)后,转红土地方向,总行程约150公里。昆明至倘甸路段为旅游专线,距离约100公里,路面情况良好,平均时速可达80公里;倘甸到红土地约有50公里,中间多为乡村公路,平均时速约40~50公里。
第一条线路总体路况较好,但线路较长(200多公里),下高速后约有50公里的盘山路,开车约需3~4个小时;第二条线路路程较短(150公里),开车耗时2~3个小时。从昆明出发到红土地的建议走第二条路,从四川、贵州、重庆等方向去红土地的建议走第一条路。
客车:
昆明北部汽车客运站有昆明至法者的客车,要路过红土地,可以坐这个车到红土地。每天早上7:40、8:30有2趟车,行程约3-4小时。
还可以和红土地的客栈联系包车服务,到昆明来接人去红土地。
一般在红土地2-3天作为摄影为主的旅游比较合适。昆明有红土地一日游的旅游项目,适合时间紧到此一游的旅客。
住宿地以螺丝湾、花石头、落霞沟为主,其中花石头位于各主要景点的中心位置,去各个景点比较方便,所以建议在花石头住宿比较方便。现在网络发达,网上就可以订房。特别提示节假日去要提前订房。
一般都是在住宿的客栈解决,农家风味为主。红土地的土豆比较好吃,路边很多烤土豆卖,可以品尝品尝。
红土地的拍摄地主要有这么几个,
日出拍摄地机位:打马坎、锦绣大地、落霞沟。打马坎个人觉得比较一般,路途比较远,必须坐客栈的车或者自驾过去,主要的拍摄兴趣点是云海日出,公路下小村庄的炊烟,云海中的风车,去拍摄时应尽量提前去占位置,机位有限。锦绣大地那也可以拍到日出,离花石头村也比较近,可以徒步过去。落霞沟的日出运气好的话可以拍到大片,落霞沟的红土地是在山沟中,太阳要照到红土地上时已经升得很高了,所以落霞沟拍日出主要是去看有没有机会等到太阳穿过云层阳光撒在红土地上的那个瞬间,可遇不可求。去过几次都没有遇见过,但正因如此,大片才会产生。
落日拍摄地机位:落霞沟、乐普凹、螺丝湾、神树下的路边一带。落霞沟之所以叫这个名字,肯定是落日十分壮丽了。时间是下午4-5点左右,但也得等太阳穿过云层照射在红土地上才会产生大片的效果,否则就拍成到此一游了。拍过2次都没有等到,只有等下次咯。乐普凹位置比较高,正对着太阳落山的方向,在公路边就可以拍到日落景观的。螺丝湾主要落日时侧光拍摄红土地的壮观景色。
除了这些风景点外,还可以拍一些人文的东西,
拍摄时段,早7:00-晚19:00,想更进一步的则还是早6:30-9:30,下午16:00-19:30这2个时段。红土地地处高原,白天阳光直射,光线较硬,不利于拍片。
一年四季都美!一早一晚最美!主要还是要拼人品。红土地最佳的拍摄季节是5月底至6月中,10月中至11月中。这两个季节是农民收获、翻土、播种的季节,天空的云彩较多的时间,易于拍出好的作品。建议早6:30-9:30,下午16:00-19:30。其他时间休息,或者拍人文片、糖水片。
此建议只针对以摄影为主的行程。
愿每个旅游摄影爱好者到红土地都有收获,出大片!
Kawa Karpo Kora-Meili Snow Mountain Pilgrimage
The Tibetan New Year (Losar) is one of the most important festivals for Tibetan people in Shangri-La (香格里拉), symbolizing renewal and the beginning of new life.
Features traditional foods:
Cultural activities for visitors:
Cooked in Nixi Black Pottery (尼西黑陶)
Ingredients:
The Tibetan New Year:
This vibrant festival offers both locals and visitors an unforgettable experience of Tibetan culture amidst Shangri-La’s (香格里拉) breathtaking landscapes.
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本攻略是以提供摄影信息为主的攻略,供摄影旅游爱好者参考(摄影点多是旅游景点)。 本攻略所谓摄影圣地为本人定义,即风景优美,易于拍出大片(配合运气),发朋友圈B格高,适合摄影+旅游之地。若与他人定义不符,以他人为准; 本攻略以摄影为主,其他的吃住行等请参考其他朋友的攻略。如有疑问也可以回复本人,定当知无不言。 本攻略上的建议仅供参考! 但按照本攻略去拍摄,均会收获满满(如没有与本人无关,呵呵)。 东川红土地景区 ...
Kawa Karpo Kora-Meili Snow Mountain Pilgrimage...
Overview The Tibetan New Year (Losar) is one of the most important festivals for Tibetan people in Shangri-La (香格里拉), symbolizing renewal and the beginning of new life. Traditional Customs Guthuk...
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