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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>>

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>>

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>>

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>>

Got Guests in Town? 5 Great Places to Visit in Kunming
Got Guests in Town? 5 Great Places to Visit in Kunming
Aug 01, 2011 Comments (0)

Whether you have to host a guest or are looking for some exciting places to visit in Kunming, read on to find out 5 of the best places to visit. Read More>>

5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do in Kunming
5 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do in Kunming
Apr 01, 2011 Comments (1)

It’s easy to spend your free time in foreign bubble of Wenlin Street in Kunming. However, you’ll kick yourself if you leave the Spring City without having experienced some of the more unusual activities Yunnan has to offer. Here are our five suggestions. Read More>>

Discovering Kunming’s Heartland: Jinma Biji
Discovering Kunming’s Heartland: Jinma Biji
Aug 18, 2010 Comments (1)

Kunming is often viewed as a convenient staging post for the more advertised wonders of Yunnan, such as Dali or Lijiang. However, Jinma Biji Fang, in the heart of the metropolis, provides an array of sights and activities that tempt visitors into staying longer. 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>>