Haihong Wetland

Dear friends🌺, Kunming in July and August is simply a summer paradise! With summer temperatures around 20°C, the city is full of blooming flowers, and the best part is there are half as many tourists～🌿 At this time, Dianchi Lake is as blue as a gem, wild mushrooms are in season, and the old streets are filled with the aroma of coffee☕. Quickly grab this super practical guide to help you explore the Spring City!📖 - 🔹About Kunming 🌍Kunming is the capital of Yunnan Province, situated at an altitude of 1890 meters, with a spring-like climate all year round, earning it the nickname "Spring City"💐. July and August are the rainy season, but mostly with showers, making the air fresher after rain and allowing you to enjoy the freshest wild mushrooms!🍄 The city blends the cultures of 26 ethnic groups, offering both urban convenience and natural gifts, making a week-long trip never boring～✨ - 🎯Must-visit attractions in Kunming in July-August (Top picks👇) ❶【Dianchi Haigeng Dam】🌊🕊 📍Recommendation rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: Although there are no black-headed gulls in July-August, Dianchi Lake blends seamlessly with the sky, cycling along the boardwalk is super comfortable, and the sunset in the evening is breathtaking!🌅 🕒Opening hours: Free all day 💰Ticket price: Free (bike rental 30 RMB/hour) ✨Recommended activities: ✅ Cycle along the lake to Haihong Wetland, row a transparent boat in the dawn redwood forest, very magical🚣‍♀️ ✅ Take the cable car across Dianchi Lake to West Mountain for a stunning panoramic view🚠 ✅ Take photos by the dam with blue sky and white clouds reflecting on the lake, no filter needed📸 ❷【Stone Forest Scenic Area】⛰🌱 📍Recommendation rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: A World Natural Heritage site, the rain in July-August makes the Stone Forest even greener, and wearing Yi ethnic costumes for photos is amazing!👗 🕒Opening hours: 07:30-18:00 💰Ticket price: 130 RMB/person ✨Recommended activities: ✅ Must visit the "Ashima" statue and listen to the Yi ethnic legend from the guide👂 ✅ Rent ethnic costumes for 20 RMB and take unlimited photos💃 ✅ Try Yi ethnic cuisine, especially buckwheat cakes dipped in honey🍯 ❸【Dounan Flower Market】💐🌸 📍Recommendation rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: Asia’s largest fresh flower market, sunflowers and hydrangeas are in season in July-August, you can buy a big bunch for just 10 RMB!💰 🕒Opening hours: 09:00-24:00 💰Ticket price: Free ✨Recommended activities: ✅ Go after 5 PM for great deals, flowers sold by weight are super cost-effective ✅ Ship flowers home by air freight, arriving in 3 days📦 ✅ Buy dried flower products like sachets and flower crowns, perfect as gifts🎁 ❹【Yunnan Nationalities Village】🎎🌺 📍Recommendation rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🌟Highlights: A gathering place of 25 ethnic minority villages, with daily Water Splashing Festival and Torch Festival activities in July-August🔥 🕒Opening hours: 08:30-18:00 💰Ticket price: 90 RMB/person ✨Recommended activities: ✅ Watch Dai Peacock Dance and Yi ethnic vegetable dance performances💃 ✅ Experience hand-dyeing and make a unique canvas bag💙 ✅ Join the lively bonfire party at night🎉 - 🏖Kunming 3 days 2 nights itinerary D1 🌊Dianchi Haigeng Dam - West Mountain Forest Park - Park 1903 🚲 Morning: Dianchi cycling + West Mountain cable car 🍽 Afternoon: Explore, eat, and take photos at Park 1903 D2 ⛰Stone Forest Scenic Area - Colorful Yunnan Happy World 👗 Morning: Wear ethnic costumes and take photos at Stone Forest 🎢 Afternoon: Ride roller coasters at Happy World D3 💐Dounan Flower Market - Guandu Ancient Town - Yunnan Nationalities Village 🛍 Morning: Shop for flowers at Dounan until your hands are full 🎎 Afternoon: Experience multi-ethnic culture at Nationalities Village - 🍜Must-try foods in Kunming ✅ Wild mushroom hotpot: In season in July-August! But go to reputable restaurants🍲 ✅ Small pot rice noodles: The soul of Kunming breakfast, sour and spicy to whet your appetite🍜 ✅ Fresh flower cake: Freshly baked rose filling is the most fragrant, Jia Hua Bakery is a good choice🌹 - 🏡Accommodation recommendations ✅ Around Green Lake: Many artsy cafes, walking distance to Jiangwutang Hall🏛 ✅ Near Nanping Street: Convenient for shopping and eating, metro direct to attractions🚇 - 🚗Transportation guide ✈️ Changshui Airport metro Line 6 goes directly to downtown 🚄 Kunming Station/South Station high-speed rail connects the whole province 🚇 City attractions can be reached by metro + shared electric scooters - ⚠️Notes 1️⃣ Bring an umbrella in July-August, showers can come suddenly☔ 2️⃣ Always cook mushrooms thoroughly! Seek medical help immediately if dizziness occurs🚑 3️⃣ Sunscreen! Kunming’s UV rays are very strong, SPF50+ is a must🌞 Dear friends, Kunming in the off-season has fewer people and lower prices, so start planning now!💃

Autumn Grand Festival｜Encounter the Most Beautiful Autumns Across the Land! In November, the autumn colors are at their peak, making it the perfect time to stroll along streets covered with fallen leaves and have an intimate encounter with a colorful world! Here, I share some of the most stunning autumn scenes I've admired over the years, and I welcome friends to add their own recommendations! 【1】Nyingchi, Tibet (Early October to Mid-November) It is said that Nyingchi is worth visiting twice: once in spring for the flowers, and once in autumn for the fall colors. Autumn in Nyingchi is like a vibrant painting, with sacred white snow-capped mountains, lively and ever-changing green rivers, and the multicolored tones of forests and hills complementing each other, creating breathtaking views. 📍Recommended Viewing Spots: Along the route from Bomi to Nyingchi city: The autumn scenery is picturesque all along the way. Self-driving is highly recommended so you can stop and explore at any time, capturing every enchanting autumn scene. Lulang: This is an excellent place to enjoy autumn. You can see magnificent snow mountains, vast pastures, and leisurely cattle and sheep, and also taste the local specialty stone pot chicken, experiencing the unique charm of Nyingchi’s autumn through both food and scenery. Yarlung Tsangpo Grand Canyon: Hike from Suosong Village to Lin Village to get up close to Nyingchi’s autumn atmosphere. If you’re lucky, you might witness the rare and magnificent sight of Namcha Barwa Peak glowing golden in the sunlight—a once-in-a-lifetime visual feast. 【2】Western Sichuan (Mid-September to Early November) Autumn in Western Sichuan is like a natural festival progressing from north to south, descending in altitude, with each place exuding its own unique charm. 📍Recommended Viewing Spots: Jiuzhaigou: Its autumn colors are unparalleled, with multicolored forests reflected in sapphire-blue lakes, resembling a richly colored oil painting that captivates visitors. Siguniang Mountain: Known as the "Alps of the East." The colorful forest paths in Shuangqiaogou feel like a road to a fairy tale world; Changpinggou is perfect for hiking and enjoying the peaceful beauty of autumn. Xinduqiao: Known as a "photographer’s paradise." From late October to early November, the poplar forests turn golden. On a self-driving trip, the scenery is endless, making it irresistible to stop frequently and capture every wonderful moment with your camera. 【3】Hulunbuir (Mid-September to Mid-October) Autumn in Hulunbuir is even more enchanting than a fairy tale. Though brief, its autumn beauty is breathtaking. Round grass rolls, golden birch forests, colorful shrubs, and wetlands create poetic and picturesque scenes deeply etched in my memory. 📍Recommended Viewing Spots: Moerdaoga National Forest Park: A great place to enjoy autumn colors. Climb the "One View Nine Ridges" observation deck for a panoramic view of the magnificently colored forests. Along the way: You’ll see round grass rolls scattered across the grasslands, adding a cute and playful touch to the scenery, perfect for photos. Birch Forests: Birch forests scattered throughout the area are the hallmark of Hulunbuir’s autumn. The golden leaves shimmer in the sunlight, and walking among them feels like stepping into a dreamland. 【4】Yunnan (Mid-September to Early December) Yunnan’s autumn is long and diverse, with each place offering its own unique autumn charm. Here are some places I’ve visited to help you experience Yunnan’s distinctive autumn beauty. 📍Recommended Viewing Spots: Kunming: Autumn in Kunming is full of highlights. The golden ginkgo leaves on Wenlin Road flutter like golden butterflies; flocks of seagulls by Dianchi Lake add liveliness to the autumn; the dawn redwood trees in Haihong Wetland Park turn brilliant colors, like a beautiful painting. Dali: Golden rice fields near Xizhou Ancient Town overflow with the joy of harvest; dawn redwoods by Erhai Lake glow with colorful hues in the autumn sunset; ginkgo trees in the ancient city complement the historic architecture, showcasing Dali’s autumn charm. Lijiang: The colorful forests and snow-capped Jade Dragon Snow Mountain create a magnificent yet elegant scene; persimmon trees and red leaves in the ancient city, combined with rustic buildings, create a unique atmosphere that captivates visitors. 【5】Ejina Banner Populus Forest (Late September to Mid-October) The Populus forest in Ejina Banner is considered one of China’s most beautiful autumn scenes. However, its viewing period lasts only 2 to 3 weeks each year. Missing this brief window means waiting another year, highlighting its preciousness and uniqueness.

Who knows them! After wandering around Kunming for half a month, the most stunning spots are all free! I've compiled 14 private treasures with precise locations, highly recommending them to everyone! The Ancient Dian Boutique Wetland Park is perfect for sunset photos, with the water shimmering like scattered diamonds; the blue of Sanjia Village Reservoir makes the reeds look gentle; feeding red-billed gulls at Green Lake is a limited-time romantic experience, super healing in winter; Niulian Small Fishing Village shows the slow life of old Kunming, with white walls and black tiles perfect for photos. Don’t just watch the sunset at Haiyan Village; when the old street lamps light up at dusk, the atmosphere is amazing; the water at Bailongtan Park is crystal clear, very cool in summer; Zhibu Stone is great for hiking, every snapshot looks like a mountain wilderness masterpiece; Laoyu River and Haihong Wetland Park allow camping, making for a super comfortable weekend lying around. There’s also Xiangpi Bookstore, quietly tucked in an alley, and Xihuayuan Park where flowers bloom all year round. You don’t have to spend a penny to fully enjoy the beauty of Kunming at these places! Which of these places have you been to? Or do you know other free great spots in Kunming? Share them in the comments!

| Aesthetic Sanctuary with Dian Lake Views. 🌅 "Poetic Awakening Amidst the Clouds and Dian Lake" Everyday life begins on the 11th-floor cloudscape, where curtains gently part to embrace drifting clouds. The 270° wraparound balcony frames a romantic dance between @Dian Lake and the sunset over Western Hills. At dusk, golden light pours through floor-to-ceiling windows, glimmering on the lake's surface like scattered gold, filling even the air with tenderness. 🛋️ "A Levitating Realm of Light Luxury Art" The space exudes artistic flair, with a designer dining table showcasing unique textures that shimmer in twilight. The living room, soft as a cloud, cradles weary bodies and minds. Smart curtains draw back to transform the master bedroom into a private cinema of Dian Lake's light and shadow, where every moment becomes a poetic landscape. 🚣‍♀️ "Guide to Leisurely Explorations Nearby" • 🌳 Haigong Wetland: Glide through a redwood maze in transparent boats, where water forests become floating islands of light • 🐦 Haigeng Park: Play with Siberian messenger seagulls, encountering gentleness from thousands of miles away • 🏺 Yunnan Ethnic Village: Don Dai brocade skirts and dance to silver ornaments' chime around bonfires 📍 Shanhai Bay No.8 - Three bedrooms, two baths, fully-equipped kitchen, double-view terraces. When night falls, city lights become a reachable galaxy of stars ✨ Suyan Apartment (Branch at No.1 East Ring Lake Road)

Kunming Haihong Wetland Park is located on the eastern shore of Dianchi Lake, with rows of neatly arranged water cypresses on both sides. Visitors can rent a transparent canoe to paddle through the forest. Not only is it visually stunning, but it also makes for great photos! If you're lucky, you might spot ducks swimming around, gracefully diving and surfacing, full of vitality! During the off-season, it costs 90 yuan per hour for two people. Sunlight gently filters through the trees onto the water's surface, making you feel like taking a nap here. It's such a delightful experience! Don't miss it when you visit Kunming!

OMG, you guys won't believe it 😭 I stumbled upon the Suyan Homestay at Kunming Shanhaiwan No.8 and instantly wanted to move in permanently! ✨ This cozy 2-bedroom private residence lets you cook your own meals, making it perfect for vacation stays~ The view from the window is absolutely stunning, overlooking the cityscape—so healing and beautiful. 📍 The location is super convenient, whether by taxi or public transport, you can quickly get anywhere. Kunming's often sunny weather fills the room with warm sunlight, ready to kickstart a wonderful journey anytime 🌞 Nearby, I recommend visiting Haihong Wetland—gliding through reed marshes by boat is pure bliss. After exploring, head to Guandu Ancient Town to stuff yourself with local snacks like Eyebaba (glutinous rice cake) and small-pot rice noodles—must-tries! 2-day itinerary: Day1 Haihong Wetland → Rest at Suyan Homestay → Mushroom hotpot for dinner; Day2 Explore Guandu Ancient Town → Return trip. #KunmingHomestay #VacationStay #KunmingTravelGuide #SuyanHomestay

🎈As the seasons change, it's time to dance with the seagulls again. This time, I accidentally unlocked a treasure trove of travel photography - Haihong Wetland Park, where the natural beauty is so beautiful that it makes people feel like a moving ecological picture, making people stop in their tracks. ✨Haihong Wetland Park, this secret place located on the north shore of Dianchi Lake, is only two kilometers away from the Haigeng Dam of Dianchi Lake. Walking into this winter picture, I was instantly shocked by the scenery in front of me. The water pine forest, which changes with the seasons, shows a different style in the winter sun. The colorful leaves, the blue Dianchi Lake, and the flying white gulls complement each other, forming a breathtaking natural landscape. 🎉Here, I seem to be in the arms of nature, feeling the tranquility and harmony. The forest bridges, wooden walkways, viewing platforms, and other facilities in the park add a lot of fun to my travel photography trip. The rich entertainment projects such as parent-child fishing, fish touching, and grass camping also make this place an excellent choice for family outings. 🏃‍♂️On December 29, 2024, the grand SCO Kunming Marathon event will be held, and the hotel's location is perfect (this four-star Days Wyndham is well-equipped, the buffet breakfast is well-balanced, and the hygiene is what I want to praise), the stadium is within easy reach, as if within reach. Just gently push open the window, the athletes' vigorous posture will leap into view, running hard on the track, their tenacity and courage, like a blazing flame, instantly ignited my inner passion. What's more, the hotel is now full of young athletes, and I met them twice at the elevator entrance, and the youthful atmosphere made me feel like I was back in my youth, and my heart was surging. (I heard that I will live for a long time~~~) ✨On the track, cheers and cheers are heard one after another, and the whole city is immersed in a passion and joy of sports. I stood in front of the window, capturing these moving scenes with my camera, and couldn't help but sigh: Kunming is really a city that loves life! ‼Here, whether it is the dancing of seagulls or the passionate running of marathons, people can feel the vitality and beauty of life.

Many people treat Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, as a transfer station when traveling in Yunnan. However, Kunming is a great place to visit! ⬇️ Day 1: Chengdu 🛫 Kunming 🔹 Evening: Go to the old street to eat Xishuangbanna Dai food Day 2: 🔹 Morning: Change hotels (because the kids want to stay in a room with a slide), Haigeng Dam (bagged banana cake CNY 10/2 bags) 🔹 Afternoon: Haihong Wetland Park (fishing, metasequoia boating, feeding seagulls) 👍, Park 1903 👍 🔹 Evening: Wild mushroom hot pot Day 3: 🔹 Morning: Change hotels, Kunming Zoo 🔹 Afternoon: Green Lake Park (experience the slow life, very comfortable, feed seagulls) 🔹 Evening: Tai Canteen (if you have to say something special, it is the rice) Day 4: 🔹 Morning: Zhuanxin Farmers' Market (spicy bean curd rice noodles 👍, grilled milk fan 👍, Chen Shaosong milk white wine) 🔹 Afternoon: Kunming Old Street (Paper Building), Nanping Pedestrian Street, Nanqiang Market 🔹 Evening: Tongxin BBQ (main store) 👍 Day 5: 🔹 Morning: Green Lake Park for the second time, (Jianxinyuan Cross Bridge Rice Noodles) 🔹 Afternoon: Change hotels, Guandu Ancient Town (Glasses Guandu Baba, Sisters Garden Small Pot Rice Noodles) Day 6: 🔹 Morning: Yunnan Provincial Museum 👍 [Shangjin Flavor Garden: Spicy Chicken Rice Noodles, Hot and Sour Dumplings (like thick-skinned wontons)] 👍 🔹 Afternoon: Return to Chengdu ✈️ The above is the itinerary for January 2025, and I am planning to visit Yunnan for the second time in a few days. Planned route: Kunming - Fuxian Lake - Mengzi - Puzhehei - Mile - Jianshui I wish you all a happy New Year, everything is good

Surprise Discovery on a Kunming Trip | An Amazing Hotel Experience by Dianchi Lake Surprise Discovery on a Kunming Trip | ◎Vienna Hotel (Kunming Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Center Vanke Emerald Riverside), an amazing hotel experience Hey everyone, today I have to share my stay at a hotel by Dianchi Lake in Kunming. It was truly amazing! The location is excellent and getting around is super convenient. Vienna Hotel (Kunming Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Center Vanke Emerald Riverside Branch), Phase III, Vanke Emerald Riverside, Guandu District, Kunming, Yunnan Province As soon as you enter the hotel lobby, you're greeted by a pleasant fragrance. The lobby is decorated in a stylish way, which immediately makes you feel relaxed. The rooms are just too comfortable! The beds are soft and the blankets are skin-friendly, making you feel like you're sleeping on a cloud. The details in the rooms are also very well done, with attention to detail evident everywhere. The hotel service is impeccable. The staff are super friendly and helpful, and they respond promptly to any needs. It really feels like being with family. The breakfast also surprised me. There is a wide variety of options to satisfy all tastes. In the evening, you can take beautiful sunset photos right outside the hotel. It's so pleasant! The hotel is also very close to Haihong Wetland and Yunnan Nationalities Village. Yunnan Nationalities Village During my stay here, I've come to love the city of Kunming even more. The Vienna Hotel (Zhihao Branch) by Dianchi Lake in Kunming is definitely your first choice for accommodation in Kunming. I highly recommend it to everyone!

A hidden gem in Kunming for winter! The Metasequoia forest in Haihong Wetland is breathtakingly beautiful 🌲 I always thought Kunming was only worth visiting in spring, but the winter at Haihong Wetland surprised me with so many delights! This little-known secret spot by Dianchi Lake has few people and stunning scenery that’s perfect for photos 📸 [Trip Highlights] ✨ Stunning reflections of the water forest ✨ Winter-exclusive colors of the redwood forest ✨ Kunming’s own little Jiuzhaigou vibe Haihong Wetland Park is definitely Kunming’s hidden winter treasure! November to February is the best time to see the Metasequoia. When sunlight hits the water, the whole forest turns into a warm-toned painting. I recommend visiting between 3-4 PM for the softest light—every shot looks like a masterpiece. Useful tips: 1️⃣ Search "Haihong Wetland Park" on your map app; you can take bus 44 to "Haigeng Park" stop 2️⃣ Tickets are super cheap, only 10 RMB, and parking is convenient 3️⃣ Be sure to take a transparent boat! 90 RMB/hour, paddling into the water forest feels like a dream Accommodation recommendation: Stay at Mehao Hotel near the train station, super convenient: 👉 5-minute walk to Kunming Station 👉 Metro lines 1 and 2 right downstairs 👉 Rooms equipped with smart devices and fresh air systems 👉 Friendly front desk staff will thoughtfully provide travel maps

There is a colorful redwood forest 🍂 And a romantic flock of Siberian seagulls 🕊 You can't miss this place when you travel to Kunming 🎈Park address: Kunming Haihong Wetland Park 🕰Best time to visit: November to December 🏘Tickets: Free (boating in the redwood forest is required) 📸Photo tips: There are more people on holidays or weekends, so it is recommended to travel at off-peak times. The sunset 🌅 is earlier in winter, so it is better to take photos between 4 and 5 pm! This place is in the middle of the redwood forest 🍂 and the park's Haigeng. Generally, anyone who has been to Haihong Wetland Park can see it (but sometimes you may miss it!) The weather is important for taking photos. The redwood trees are beautiful on sunny days, probably because the sun 🌞 is the best filter for photos (in my opinion)! If you come here, you might as well walk a little further. You can see the seagulls 🕊 flying all over the sky by the Haigeng. Interacting (feeding) and taking photos with the seagulls is also a must! 🌊Park suggestions: If you like to visit parks, you can stroll around. The scenery and atmosphere are very good! The temperature difference between day and night in Kunming is relatively large, so it is recommended to bring some thick clothes to keep warm!

On crisp, clear days, I discovered the magical Haihong Wetland Park in Kunming! Under the blue sky and white clouds🌤️, vast groves of dawn redwoods reflect beautifully on the lake surface, and flocks of migratory birds soar freely in the sky🦅. This scene is as beautiful as a fairy tale world✨. 📍Address: No. 9 Huanhu South Road, Dianchi Resort Area, Kunming, Yunnan Province 🕘Opening Hours: Open year-round, 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM 💡Tips for visiting: 1️⃣ The best time to enjoy the scenery is from early November to early December, when the dawn redwoods turn red and look especially beautiful. 2️⃣ You can row a transparent boat through the redwood forest here—perfect for amazing photos. 3️⃣ Remember to bring a telephoto lens to capture beautiful close-ups of birds. 4️⃣ The park is large; plan to spend about 3 hours exploring. Wear comfortable shoes. 🌲The dawn redwood forest is truly beautiful, the lake water is crystal clear, and every snapshot looks like a masterpiece—no filters needed. I recommend coming around 4 PM, when the light is softest, perfect for portrait photography~