Things to do in Luoping

It is a rapeseed flower base with many rapeseed flowers growing well. It is a good place for taking pictures with children. Then, you can also come here to experience the field scenery, fly kites and relax.

The unique feature of Luositian (Spiral Fields) lies in its beaded karst funnel landform. The landform is circular, funnel-shaped, and ranges in depth from 10 to 50 meters. The fields radiate outwards from a small basin in the center, ranging from three or four levels to more than ten, resembling the spiral patterns on a screw from a distance. This is not an ordinary flat flower field, but a circular terraced field within a karst landscape. Viewed from above, it spirals down layer by layer, truly like the fingerprints of the earth or the spiral patterns of a screw. Sunlight filters through, and the patches of green and yellow in the terraces appear as if God has spilled his palette.

We went there in March and saw the rapeseed flowers in Luoping and the Little Three Gorges Canyon. The scenery of the canyon is beautiful, with steep mountains, mirror-like water, blue sky and white clouds, and golden rapeseed flowers. It was a great trip! The wind on the river is strong, so be prepared with windproof clothes.

Location: Haigeng Park/No. 16 Hubin Road ↔ Xishan Longmen (West Mountain Dragon Gate), not near the old street, you have to go to the Dianchi Lake area. Experience: Crossing the lake + climbing the mountain, about 20 minutes one way, views of Dianchi Lake, Sleeping Beauty Mountain, and city scenery, great for taking photos. Ticket Price: One way about 59-60 RMB, round trip about 98-100 RMB. Advantages: Easy for lazy people to climb West Mountain, no climbing required, unique views; seagulls in winter. Disadvantages: Stops during strong winds/thunderstorms; long queues during peak season; separate ticket/walking required for Longmen after climbing the mountain; don't confuse with the "Xishan Longmen Cableway". Conclusion: First time in Kunming, taking the Dianchi-Xishan route → worth it; if just exploring the old street → not worth a special trip.

A regular ticket is sufficient, as you'll find that there's simply not enough time to visit the paid attractions if you go at midday. Also, you must bring a film camera next to the Fast sign. It must be a battery-free film camera with manual metering. If possible, bring your own film, as film cameras at the attraction aren't cheap—300 yuan for 36 exposures.

Ms. Zhang Jinxiu's lectures were vivid, engaging, and comprehensive, showcasing the essence of Yunnan and providing me with invaluable insights. Although Yunnan's historical record is somewhat limited, Ms. Zhang's explanations made up for this; she even added an extra half hour to provide a complete overview of Yunnan's history, significantly enhancing the value for money. Thank you!

When visiting Puzhehai, we specifically brought our children to play in the water. We prepared basins and buckets for water fights, which the kids loved. Middle-aged and elderly people can choose the western or central route, where they don't need to play water fights and can just enjoy the scenery.

We arrived at Huajiang Bridge in the afternoon. Although it was during the holiday, there was no congestion in either direction, and traffic flowed smoothly. There were queues to enter and exit parking lots 1 and 2. There's a bridge viewing platform at Yundu, and the Guanlan Restaurant offers excellent views. There's a water curtain light show at 8:30 PM and a drone show at 8:45 PM. The karst waterfall on the bridge is creative; the high bridge and cascading waterfall, illuminated day and night, create a beautiful scene.