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A Peaceful Retreat from Kunming: Fuxian Lake
A Peaceful Retreat from Kunming: Fuxian Lake
May 04, 2012 Comments (0)

Clear, blue, swimmable water – it sounds more like a fantasy than a description of a modern Chinese lake. But Fuxian Lake, just over an hour away from Kunming, remains one of the country’s best-preserved lakes, due to its remarkable depth and relative obscurity. Read More>>

The Real Deal: Finding Import Beers in Kunming
The Real Deal: Finding Import Beers in Kunming
Apr 02, 2012 Comments (1)

Kunming’s taste for imported beer has grown in recent years, partly because Yunnan’s blue-skied, sunny afternoons invite leisurely beer tasting. On days when taste is more important than price, a few cafes and bars can satisfy the thirst for an import beer. Read More>>

Vestige of Another Era: Day Trips Around Kunming’s Dianchi Lake
Vestige of Another Era: Day Trips Around Kunming’s Dianchi Lake
Mar 12, 2012 Comments (0)

Once a country lake, Dianchi still holds an iconic place in the minds of Kunming residents. From hiking to bird-watching to learning more about Kunming’s minority cultures, the area makes a relaxing jaunt from the city. Read More>>

Shrines of Solace: Exploring Kunming’s Temples
Shrines of Solace: Exploring Kunming’s Temples
Feb 13, 2012 Comments (0)

Kunming might sound like an unlikely place to look for famous temples, but they’re there, if you know where to look. At the crossroads of Tibetan, Han Chinese, local minority and Southeast Asian cultures, Kunming’s temples are a testament to its history. Read More>>

The Growing Organic Food Scene in Kunming
The Growing Organic Food Scene in Kunming
Jan 16, 2012 Comments (1)

In the last few years, food scandals have tainted everything from children’s milk to cooking oil. China’s growing food safety concerns have many people searching for an alternative. In Kunming, a desire for healthy, safe food products has led to a surge of interest in organic food. Read More>>

Travelling to Dali from Kunming: A Practical Guide
Travelling to Dali from Kunming: A Practical Guide
Dec 19, 2011 Comments (0)

Many Yunnan travellers encounter a problem: how exactly do you get to Dali? Tucked between the mist-shrouded Cangshan and the flat expanse of Erhai Lake, Dali feels remote. But it’s surprisingly easy to catch a bus, train or car from Kunming. Read More>>

The Diverse Flavours of Kunming’s Minority Cuisine
The Diverse Flavours of Kunming’s Minority Cuisine
Nov 21, 2011 Comments (1)

The diverse cuisine of Kunming’s minority groups is not what you might expect. This isn’t the land of dim sum, nor of Peking duck. Twenty-six minority cultures can be found in Yunnan, each with their own distinct culinary tradition. If you want to experience Kunming’s excellent minority cuisine, here’s where to start. Read More>>

A Guide to Local Tea Shopping in Kunming
A Guide to Local Tea Shopping in Kunming
Oct 24, 2011 Comments (0)

The art of tea drinking is one of the deepest and most ancient aspects of Chinese culture. Luckily offers some of China’s best and freshest teas, the only trouble with tea shopping is knowing where to start. Read on to find out. Read More>>

In Search of Cheap and Clean Accommodation: Kunming’s Top Hostels
In Search of Cheap and Clean Accommodation: Kunming’s Top Hostels
Sep 26, 2011 Comments (0)

Kunming offers a lot of places to stay, but many aren’t that nice or clean. If you are looking for place that is both comfortable and affordable then read on and find out the three best choices Kunming has to offer. Read More>>

Outdoor Kunming: The Best Day Trips
Outdoor Kunming: The Best Day Trips
Aug 29, 2011 Comments (0)

Kunming is a vibrant, colourful city but the real gems are in the mountains, lakes and valleys near the city. Whether it is backpacking, camping, fishing, or just a leisurely day hike read on to find a great outdoor activity near Kunming. Read More>>

The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

The Relationship Minefield: 4 Challenges for Multicultural Couples

Jumping into a relationship with someone from a different culture can be a bit like stepping onto a minefield. Challenges abound, and no matter how much a couple loves each other, sometimes the difficulties get the best of us. Here we look at four of the biggest challenges of multicultural couples in China. More>>