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Top 50 Best Things to Do near Yongren [2025]
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Yulong Snow Mountain
4.5
/5
18417 reviews
9.0
From DKK 54.3
Based on 708 reviews
Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864001335596
Address: 15 km north of Lijiang Old Town, Yulong County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 day
Highlights:
Take a cable car for panoramic views of the snow-capped mountains
Cableway to 14780 ft glacier park
Saved by 3930 users8355 positive reviews
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The attraction is worth visiting, and the price is good value for money. However, it says that it includes three treasures, but the three treasures are 9 kilometers away from the ancient city. It seems like they are just adding a service to make it look better, but they are not sincere. It would be better not to include the three treasures. If they do include them, they should consider partners who are closer to the ancient city. Otherwise, there is really no need to include this service.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a sacred mountain for the Naxi people. Its 13 snow-capped peaks stretch like a jade dragon, while Blue Moon Valley boasts azure waters like a jewel. The cable car takes you to 4680 meters for close-up views of the glaciers. With its breathtaking scenery and rich cultural heritage, it's a must-visit destination in Yunnan.
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Stone Forest Scenic Area
4.7
/5
16128 reviews
8.8
Based on 54 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +86087167711439
Address: Extension of Shilin Middle Road, Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
See the bizarre karst peaks
Ashima rock: unique & captivating
Saved by 1671 users8131 positive reviews
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The Danxia landform is truly stunning, with mountains and water, perfect for taking photos. Its beauty can't be captured by a mobile phone. The scenic area is vast; to walk the entire loop without backtracking, it takes about three hours.
This day trip to the Stone Forest far exceeded my expectations! The tour guide's explanations were vivid, bringing the stories behind the stones to life. The itinerary was well-paced, allowing ample time for photos at iconic sites like the "Ashima Transformation Stone" and "Sword Peak Pool." The group lunch was excellent. There was no forced shopping throughout the trip, and the bus was very clean. For those who want to efficiently explore the Stone Forest and learn about its culture, this tour is a great value!
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Dianchi Lake
4.7
/5
9196 reviews
8.5
Based on 295 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +86087164310175
Address: 1318 Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Surrounded by mountains & Daguan Tower
Majestic plateau freshwater lake
Saved by 1223 users4660 positive reviews
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A must-see in Kunming is Xishan (Western Hill), and taking the Dianchi Lake Cableway is essential. After descending Xishan, go to the Longmen ticket office to buy a one-way ticket for 60 yuan (round trip 100 yuan; it's recommended to go from Xishan to Haigeng Park, taking a one-way trip). The cable car ride soars over Dianchi Lake, reaching the must-see Haigeng Park in 15 minutes.
The scenery along the way is breathtaking. The cable car is actually divided into two sections: one descends from the mountain, offering a higher vantage point for viewing Dianchi Lake, and the other is on flat ground, from the foot of the mountain to Haigeng Park. The route even crosses the water of Dianchi Lake, making it a very unique and rare lakeside cable car in China.
The cable car ride at Xishan Scenic Area isn't long, but the scenery is amazing! Half of the journey offers views of the shimmering Dianchi Lake, while the other half showcases the vibrant autumn colors of Xishan Mountain—a picturesque view that electric carts simply can't match! Definitely worth experiencing!
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Dongfengyun Scenic Area
4.5
/5
10486 reviews
8.5
From DKK 72.4
>100 km from downtown
Phone +8608736292698
Address: Hudong Highway, Maile City, Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–4 hours
Highlights:
Scenic platform & trail
Enjoy a choir of thousands and terracotta art
Saved by 545 users9104 positive reviews
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The scenic area isn't very large; a leisurely 3-4 hours is sufficient to explore it all. The main area features a red brick design, with attractions like the "Kaleidoscope," "Seal Workshop," and "Cow Drum" being particularly distinctive buildings. The entire park is a fascinating red brick art gallery. Unfortunately, perhaps due to the season, there weren't many flowers in the flower fields; several areas had only recently been planted with new flowers.
Dongfengyun Scenic Area is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction located on the outskirts of Mile City, Honghe Prefecture, Yunnan Province.
Starting as Dongfeng Farm in 2014, it has gradually developed into a distinctive town integrating grape culture, natural scenery, and cultural tourism.
The Kaleidoscope Art Museum, a popular spot for online influencers, was designed by Mile-born artist Luo Xu. The architecture blends wine culture and Yi ethnic fire culture, presented as a red brick castle shaped like wine bottles and flames, constructed without a single steel bar or nail, earning it the reputation of a "magical castle of futuristic magic."
• Half a Cloud: Continuing the architectural style of the Kaleidoscope Art Museum, it resembles "half a cloud on the horizon," with layers of exterior walls resembling continuous clouds. The interior features a Zen-inspired tea and rest space, a popular spot for tourists to relax and take photos.
• The Lavender Theme Park is known as the "Provence of Central Yunnan."
• Niu Duoluo Music Farm
• State Farm Exhibition Hall: A red-brick industrial-style building displaying farm tools and archives of educated youth from the reclamation period.
• Admission: Adult ticket 60 yuan/person, students enjoy half price, sightseeing bus within the scenic area 20 yuan/person. Expensive!
• Transportation: After arriving at "Mile Station", it's about a 10-minute taxi ride to the scenic area; from Kunming by car, it's about a 1.5-hour drive. Convenient!
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Shangri-La Tiger Leaping Gorge
4.6
/5
5698 reviews
8.4
From DKK 40.73
Based on 1,226 reviews
Tiger Leaping Gorge | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8608878806982
Address: Tiger Leaping Gorge(Hutiaoxia Town), Shangri-La County, Diqing Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
World-class hiking & iconic rock
World-class hiking: mountains & rapids
Saved by 1348 users3292 positive reviews
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Very nice services, very professional driver on the mountain road, very impressive scenery, only 3 tourists in the bus without cancellation, very delicious lunch like home cook and fresh from the kitchen, 2 thumbs up!!!
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Cangshan Mountain
4.5
/5
6797 reviews
8.3
From DKK 206.34
Based on 337 reviews
Cangshan Scenic Area | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8608725365006
Address: Xiyinxian Road, Dali Ancient City, Dali, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
10 temples & 20 natural attractions
Unique geological landscapes displayed
Saved by 868 users3977 positive reviews
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The Three Pagodas Scenic Area is generally nice, but the ticket price is a bit expensive, the signs are unclear, there's no free incense for worshipping Buddha, there are few staff members, and I got lost. I finally had to ask a vendor to tell me that the Three Pagodas were downstairs. There were too many steps, and my legs were exhausted from walking.
The scenery was beautiful, with the lush greenery at the foot of the mountain contrasting sharply with the snow-capped peaks. The only downside was that it was snowing, making the boardwalk very slippery, and many people fell. The service was not as good as that at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
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Yunnan Nationalities Village
4.3
/5
14313 reviews
8.3
From DKK 85.98
Based on 515 reviews
Dianchi Lake Scenic Area/ Sunac World | >100 km from downtown
Phone +86087164311255
Address: 1310 Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming City
Recommended sightseeing time: 3–5 hours
Highlights:
12 villages & 26 cultures
Experience lively folk shows & festivals
Saved by 882 users6222 positive reviews
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It's definitely worth a visit. The exhibits showcase the customs, religious beliefs, and living environments of various ethnic minorities, helping us gain a more comprehensive understanding of them. Our group used a portable music player (which we bought ourselves) to follow the designated route throughout the scenic area, and we saw almost every ethnic minority group we encountered, many of which we had never heard of before. We also watched their performances; they truly lived up to their reputation for singing and dancing. It was fantastic.
This was a stop on the way back from Haigeng Park to see the seagulls. The park is very large, encompassing the folk customs of all the ethnic minorities in Yunnan. The prices are not very affordable, and overall, it's not comparable to other attractions.
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Lugu Lake Scenic Area
4.7
/5
10835 reviews
8.3
From DKK 63.35
Based on 889 reviews
>100 km from downtown
Phone +86088815908880150
Address: Lugu Lake Town, Ninglang County, Lijiang City
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 days
Highlights:
Experience unique Mosuo walking marriage
Plateau lake at 2.685 km
Saved by 833 users7038 positive reviews
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From a high vantage point, Lugu Lake appears remarkably calm. In winter mornings, the lake is shrouded in mist. A stroll around the lake reveals numerous viewpoints and lakeside guesthouses, making it ideal for a leisurely day trip.
It's a bit chilly this time of year, but the scenery is still beautiful.
The lake water is azure, and a stroll along the shore under the warm sun is very pleasant.
Many migratory birds are spending the winter in the lake.
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Potatso National Park
4.4
/5
9124 reviews
8.2
From DKK 215.39
Based on 506 reviews
Pudacuo National Forest Park | >100 km from downtown
Phone +8608878232533
Address: Pudacuo National Park Scenic Spot, Hongpo Village, Shangri-La, Diqing, China (near Shuoduhu Road)
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 day
Highlights:
Winter mist & May-June
Winter mist on Shudu Lake
Saved by 883 users3660 positive reviews
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This place boasts beautiful natural scenery and is very friendly to mushroom lovers. You can see small mushrooms of all kinds along the way, stopping frequently to explore. The shuttle bus arrived quickly, making the trip very efficient. It would be even more beautiful on a sunny day. Overall, I'm very satisfied.
Returning to the first national park on the mainland after 18 years, I happened to be there today and it snowed, so I did a snow hike, which was quite enjoyable overall. However, the shuttle buses in the park sometimes require waiting, which I hope can be improved.
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The Chongsheng Temple And The Three-Pagoda Culture Tourist Area
4.7
/5
12686 reviews
8.1
From DKK 66.07
Based on 523 reviews
Dali Ancient City | >100 km from downtown
Phone +864009001558
Address: Southwest corner of the intersection of Santa Road and Wenbi Road, Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Recommended sightseeing time: 2–4 hours
Highlights:
Three Pagodas Reflection Pond views
Perfect spot for tower reflections
Saved by 653 users5947 positive reviews
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It's definitely worth a visit. For individual travelers, I recommend buying a package ticket that includes the entrance fee and a round-trip tram ticket, just like I did. Enter from the main gate and tell the staff on your right that you bought a round-trip ticket. They'll let you rest for a bit while the guide, Jin Hua, arrives, and you can follow her directions. Of course, you can explore on your own if you don't want a guided tour; the whole place is lovely! However, I still recommend listening to the guided tour, and I hope everyone will respect local beliefs and customs.
Chongsheng Three Pagodas, the only 5A scenic spot in Dali, is well worth a visit. There are free guided tours, and the electric shuttle bus service is not tiring. The cultural and creative products in the shop at the entrance are also very beautiful, and you can also get a stamp.
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