Yunnan Province Attractions
Villages around Lijiang
There are 25 ethnic group people living in Lijiang,but most of them are living in the big mountain,and usually the higher of their villages,the poorer they are. Do pay a visit to the Minority people when travel to Lijiang.
1. Rent a car 2, use public transportation 3, house back riding ...
There are 25 ethnic group people living in Lijiang,but most of them are living in the big mountain,and usually the higher of their villages,the poorer they are. Do pay a visit to the Minority people when travel to Lijiang.
1. Rent a car 2, use public transportation 3, house back riding 4,Hiking
The Colorful Yunnan
Here you can find everything what you want to buy. This is also a AAAA scenic spot in Yunnan.
By bus or coach.
Dali Ancient City
Dali old town was found about 1200 years ago. There are four wall gates and surrounded by wall in all direction. Dali lives Bai minority. The old town remains lots of Bai's old houses.
Dali Ancient City is 13 kilometers (8.1 miles) away from Xiaguan in Dali City, Yunnan Province.
...Dali old town was found about 1200 years ago. There are four wall gates and surrounded by wall in all direction. Dali lives Bai minority. The old town remains lots of Bai's old houses.
Dali Ancient City is 13 kilometers (8.1 miles) away from Xiaguan in Dali City, Yunnan Province.
It's one of the 'Three Ancients' (Ancient Cities, Ancient Pagodas and Ancient Steles) of the Dali Scenic Spot.
With Erhai Lake to the east, and Cangshan Mountain to the west, its grand city wall, traditional Bai ethnic minority folk houses and marvelous scenery have been attracting many visitors.
The traditional Bai ethnic minority folk houses give the city distinctive feel, unlike any other Chinese city.
A typical house is characterized by '3 rooms and a wall screening' and '4 joints and 5 courtyards'. '3 rooms and a wall screening' means that every house has a principle room and two wing-rooms and facing the principle room stands the wall screening.
The Foreigner Street, When people walk along the cobble-paved streets in the ancient city, a sense of primitive simplicity and elegance will be invoked.
Besides the Bai ethnic minority traditional folk houses, the houses all with grey-green roof tiles, peculiar workshops, temples, schools and churches with an antique flavor are scattered.
NO.4/8 Bus from Xiaguan to there.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Great views of Lijiang, it`s so natural and peace.
When you go up to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain you might need a oxygen can to help you breath.
photo by Lance W.
Nujiang
Tiger Leaping Gorge Upper Trail
You can walk the Tiger Leaping Gorge Upper Trail in 1-3 days. Most people do it in 2 days. Start the walk either from QiaoTou or Tina's Guest House at attitude 1800M, climbing up to 2500M. Once you are at 2500M, the walk becomes easy and enjoying. Stay overnight at the Half Way Gues...
You can walk the Tiger Leaping Gorge Upper Trail in 1-3 days. Most people do it in 2 days. Start the walk either from QiaoTou or Tina's Guest House at attitude 1800M, climbing up to 2500M. Once you are at 2500M, the walk becomes easy and enjoying. Stay overnight at the Half Way Guest House or the Tea Horse Hotel.
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Types of Roofs on traditional Chinese Architecture
Types of Roofs on traditional Chinese Architecture
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Types of Roofs on traditional Chinese Architecture
When visiting Chinese traditional architecture, do you feel perplexed by the "almost-the-same" architecture? You have no idea what the difference is between all these buildings. Here I will introduce you several types of roofs which is the most direct part to know about the social status of its owner.
1. Hip/Hipped Roof (Wudian Roof)
See the 1st picture below
Hipped Roof is of the highest level in traditional Chinese architecture. Only the royal family and Confucius had the privilege to use such style of roof. Such roof has five ridges and four sides, all in the form of gentle slope.
2. Eastern Asia Hip and Gable Roof (Xieshan Roof)
See the 2nd picture below
The roof on the building in front of us is called Eastern Asia Hip and Gable Roof. Let's count how many hips it has. Okay, the horizontal one on the top, called main ridge; connecting the main ridge, there are four other ones, called vertical ridges and after a stop, there are four more, called diagonal ridge. To sum up, nine ridges in total. Therefore, such roof is also called "Nine-Ridge roof". In Chinese, the roof has a interesting name, literally meaning a mountain taking a break.
Such kind of roof is only next to hipped roof in terms of social position. Now let's look at the side of the roof. Does it look like a mountain? Yes, therefore, this side is called pediment/gable.
3.Suspended Roof (Xuanshan Roof)
See the 3rd picture below
The roof we can see now is called suspended roof. It's hard to tell where is it suspended from. Well, to understand the name, it requires a little bit imagination. Look at the side of the roof, it formed a triangle. Does it remind you of a small mountain? Yes. And the roof on top of it does not stop at the edge,instead, it stretches out and looks like it is suspended on the mountain.Therefore, it is called "suspended roof".
Speaking of the social ranking, such roof is not of high level. It is the most common type and could be used by ordinary people or used as side hall in palace and temple.
4."Hard mountain Roof" or "Ying Shan Roof".
See the 4th picture below
Since we have covered the "suspended roof", let's talk about it's sister "Hard mountain Roof" or "Ying Shan Roof". The major difference between the two sisters lies in whether the roof goes beyond the pediment. If it does, then it is the suspended roof, if it doesn't, then it is the "hard mountain" roof. Sometimes, the pediment can even goes beyond the roof. Such roof style is called“fire-sealing gable". And you can tell from the name that such style is helpful for preventing the fire from going wild. In fact, not only the "fire-sealing gable" but all "hard-mountain roofs" are helpful for limiting the fire. Why is it? Because unlike the other styles whose wooden structure are partly exposed, such style constructed the ends of the purlin into the pediment. Looking from outside, it reminded the ancient Chinese people of solid and hard mountain, thus came the name.
In contrast, the suspended roof is helpful for preventing the rain from wetting the room. Since the south part of China is raining, therefore, it is widely used in the south, while the hard-mountain roof is commonly used in the north.
5.Pavillion Roof
See the 5th picture below
Pavillion Roof is commonly used on pavilions, pagodas and so on. It looks like a big cone.
Shuanglong(Double Dragon) Bridge
Shuanglong (Double Dragon) Bridge
...Shuanglong (Double Dragon) Bridge
Shuanglong(Double Dragon) Bridge is 5 km far from Jianshui city,was first built in Qing dynasty,built onLujiang river and Tachonghe River,because two rivers like two dragons,so call the Double Dragon Bridge.it is 148 metres long,3-5metres wide,it is one of biggest old bridge in China.
The First Bend Of Yangsze River
The First Bend Of Yangsze River
The First Bend Of yangsze River is located on the north side of the highway leading from Dali to Lijiang ,about 70KM far from Lijiang city.
...The First Bend Of Yangsze River
The First Bend Of yangsze River is located on the north side of the highway leading from Dali to Lijiang ,about 70KM far from Lijiang city.
According to historical accounts,The jinshajiang River in olden times flowed southward along the Hengduan Mountain ranges and was forced to the turn to north because of the Alpine movement which caused changes in the earth's physiognomy,When the river reaches Shigu township,it makes an abrupt tunr and flows further northward,forming the marvelous view reputed as The First Bend of Yangsze River.
On the hill as the river bend stands the small Shigu(stone drum)Township.it is so called because of existence of a drum-like stone tablet.It is1.5m in diametre,70mm.in thickness,being the memorial tablet making the victory of teritorrial expansion of Lijiang's local ruler Baichun,surnamed Mu,in the 27th to 40th year of the Jiaqing era of the Ming Dynasty(1548-1561).It is one of the earliest stone tablets hitherto found at Lijiang.
The river is broadened at the bend and flows slowly.The famous historical event,such as"Zhuge Liang"s crossing the Lushui River in the Fifth Month",Kublai Khan's "crossing the River on Leather rafts" all chose this place as a ferry>In May 1936,the Red Army Leaders Helong,Ren Bishi and Guan Xianying led the second Route red Army to march north ,crossing the river also at this plase.At present,a slendid memorial tablet marking the victorious crossing is erected here.
Top Yunnan Province Tours
A Fantastic tour Lijiang- Tiger Leaping Gorge –Xishuangbanna -Kunming
I will meet you outside the baggage claim area at Lijiang Airport and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.
No meal
Van
Day 1
Lijiang
★★★
I will meet you outside the baggage claim area at Lijiang Airport and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is on your own to explore the city.
No meal
Van
Day 1
Lijiang
★★★
After breakfast goes to visit the Dragon Snow Mountain, is the southernmost glacier in the Northern Hemisphere. Consisting of 13 peaks, among which Shanzidou is the highest one with an altitude of 5,600 meters (18,360 feet), Jade Dragon Snow Mountain stretches a length of 35 kilometers (22 miles) and a width of 20 kilometers (13 miles). Looking from Lijiang Old Town in the south which is 15 kilometers (9 miles) away, the snow-covered and fog-enlaced mountain resembles a jade dragon lying in the clouds, hence the name of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Take the cable car to the Spruce Meadow, the best place to see Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. In the afternoon visit Black Dragon Pool, somewhat idiosyncratically known as Black Dragon Pool, the Jade Spring Park to the north of Lijiang derives its name from the waters which sparkle like jade and are as clear as spring water. Then entire park is green with grass and shaded by swaying willow trees. Under the Shuocui Bridge, a waterfall creates a constant roar as it cascades downstream. Then visit Lijiang Old Town, which belongs to the World Culture Heritage of UNESCO.
Van
Day2
Lijiang
★★★
Today go to visit Tiger Leaping Gorge on the way, which is believed to be one of the deepest gorges in the world. From the top of the gorge you look down the steeply angled ( 70-90 degrees ) mountain sides to the rushing Golden Sands River ( up reach of Yangtze River ) with its 18 frothing rapids more than 200 meters ( about 700 feet ) below. Then drive back to Lijiang, evening take flight from Lijiang to Jinghong. Meet the local guide and check in the hotel.
Flight/
Van
Day3
Jinghong
(Xishuangbanna)
★★★
Today go to visit Ganlanba morning market, Water Dai Village, Burmese temple, rubber garden, Botanic Garden (the biggest one in China). In the evening you can enjoy the Dai BBQ as dinner.
Van
Day4
Jinghong
★★★
Take a visit Wild Elephant Valley; take cable car to get through the primitive raining forest. In the afternoon visit Dry Dai people village on the way back. In the late afternoon take flight from Jinghong to Kunming, check in the hotel.
Van/Flight
Day5
Kunming
★★★
After breakfast visit the Stone Forest. A typical Karst formation, the Stone Forest covers an area of more than three hundred square kilometers. Scientific research has shown that what is now the Stone Forest was 270 million years ago an immense expanse of water with a vast stretch of limestone sediment formed obey the years on the seafloor. As a result of the crustal of movement, the seabed rose gradually and a large piece of land thus came into being. Exposed to rains and winds, eroded by the elements, the strange-looking limestone ranges were shaped by time. About 200 million years ago numerous stone peaks, pillars, and stalagmites rose abruptly from the ground and towered into the sky, extending now as far as the eye can see, looking like a vast forest of stone, hence the name " the Stone Forest ".
Van
Day6
Kunming
★★★
Free easy in the morning, transfer to airport to departure. KM-CITS wish you have a good trip.
Van
Day7
End of the tour
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12 Days Yunnan Hani Minority Rice Terrace and Minority culture tour
Trip highlights After getting lost in Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Zhongdian (Shangri-la), we will see the Ancient Constructions in Jianshui county, and Hani ethnic minority groups's rice terrace in Yuanyang. Yunnan minority and rice terrace tour welcomes you to join in...
Tour priceFrom US$1,356.00
Destinations Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Zhongdian, Kunming, Jianshui, Yuanyang, Kunming
Tour type Private tour available everyday, private tour guide & driver
Trip highlights After getting lost in Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Zhongdian (Shangri-la), we will see the Ancient Constructions in Jianshui county, and Hani ethnic minority groups's rice terrace in Yuanyang. Yunnan minority and rice terrace tour welcomes you to join in...
Tour priceFrom US$1,356.00
Destinations Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Zhongdian, Kunming, Jianshui, Yuanyang, Kunming
Tour type Private tour available everyday, private tour guide & driver
Day1 :Our English speaking tour guide will hold a welcome sign to meet you at Kunming Airport and drive to the hotel. If time permit, you may stroll around to visit the Ancient Archway of Golden Horse and Green Phoenix, the Sculpture Cultural Pedestrian Street and Flower market.
Day2:After breakfast, transferred to visit the Stone Forest (about 89 KM / 2 hours). It covers 350 square kilometers, is the highest karst terrain in the world and a national scenic area in China. After the tour, drive back to Kunming, pay a visit to Cuihu Park for your leisure time at the rest of the day.
Day3:After early breakfast, transferred to Kunming airport for the flight to Dali. Upon your arrival at Dali airport, picked up by English speaking tour guide and drive to visit the Three Pagodas, Dali old town and Ancient Wall Gate.
Day4:Visit Xizhou morning market, Xizhou Bai Minority old town, enjoy the tea ceremony of Bai Ethnic, take as more pictures of the colorful costumes of Bai Ethics, listening to their stories...After lunch, transferred to Lijiang. Visit Dayan Old town, Square Street and enjoy the beautiful sunset on the top of the Lion Hill--Wangulou (if the weather is fine), overlooking the old town and the great Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is in the distance.
Day5:Drive to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in the morning, take cable car to Yak Meadow, walk along the trails for 1 hour on the summit. Visit Yuhu village, a village famous for Naxi Ethnic Culture in the afternoon.
Day6:After breakfast, we will drive to visit First Bend of the Yangtze River and upper Tiger Leaping Gorge, then drive to Zhongdian (Shangri-la) directly. Visit pasture of Xiao Zhongdian on the way. Upon arrival Zhongdian, free time at your leisure.
Day7:Today we will drive to visit the Puda Tso National Park, including Shudu Lake & Bitahai Lake. Later drive back to Zhongdian, pay a Tibetan Family visiting on the way. Visit the Songzanlin Monastery, if you come at the right time, you may see the Lama having their evening lessons, and many Tibetan people enjoying the ceremony.
Day8:After breakfast, transferred to Zhongdian airport to catch the morning flight back to Kunming. Upon arrival at Kunming airport, be met and transferred to Jianshui county directly (140 KM / 3.5 hours) to visit the garden of Family Zhu, an example of a typical residential structure of southern Yunnan, built in Qing Dynasty.
Day9:Highlight morning tour to the Temple of Confucious, Shuanglong (Double Dragon) Bridge, Chaoyang Gateway Arch and the Zhang Family Garden in Tuanshan village. Afterwards, we'll drive to old town of Yuanyang (3.5 hours). We may enjoy the fresh air everywhere. Stay overnight in Yuanyang County for 2 nights.
Day10:After simple Chinese breakfast in hotel, we'll drive 28 KM to visit the Duoyishu Rice Terrace in sunrise. Afterwards, drive back to join in the Sheng village's morning market, then transferred to visit the Bada Rice Terrace. After your lunch, transferred to visit the Qingkou Hani and Yi ethnic minority villages, and enjoy the Tiger Mouth (Laohuzui) Rice Terrace in sunset, the eighth world wonder.
Day11:After simple Chinese breakfast, we will say goodbye to Yuanyang, and drive back to Kunming. The total journey is about 472 KM / 8 hours. Enjoy the unique view on the way. Check in the hotel in Kunming, free time at the rest of the day.
Day12：Morning is free at your leisure till transferred to Kunming airport according to your flight schedule. And your pleasant tour ends here.
Tibetan village visit- see the real life of Tibetan
location: Napa lake of Shangri-la city
Tibetan village visit.
To see the real life of Tibetan.
They doing the farm work, building new house, and feed the yak.
they are very kinds, some one ask us come in they house have look.
The master made the yak butter tea for us.
every Tibetan buddhist faith.
Every family has his oratory