The Yunnan Province makes one of the largest provinces in all of China and it certainly is one of the most beautiful provinces. For tourists Yunnan is like the best of China in one province. There is so much to see and so much to do here that no amount of time can truly do justice to a holiday in Yunnan. Yunnan from all corners is nothing short of magnificent, its picturesque appeal happens to be one of its biggest highlights making it an excellent location for relaxation.

A holiday in Yunnan always begins in Kunming. Kunming is Yunnan’s capital city and houses most of the provinces most famous attractions. Being a mountainous region in Yunnan, Kunming happens to be a stunningly breathtaking city in itself. There is so much to do in Kunming. If you are a nature lover there are several scenic spots like the many lush gardens, the western hills, the famous Daichi Lake and so many other places. In fact nearly every inch of Kunming has some sort of scenic appeal. It is in Kunming where you find the famous Stone Forest, the Dragon Gate, the Qiongzhu Temple and the largest Copper temple in Yunnan called the Golden Temple.
Just outside Kunming you find another breathtaking city called Dali. Dali is surrounded by the gentle hues of blue from the 50 km long Cang Shang Mountain Range. A cruise down Lake Erhai takes you to a number of attractions in Dali which includes ancient temples and villages, the butterfly spring and the famous three Pagodas. The UNESCO listed heritage city called Lijiang is the location of the famous Tiger Leaping Gorge. Found on the Yagtze River this gorge makes the world’s deepest Canyon as it plunges down 3000 meters. At the gorge you will have an opportunity to walk at a specific section and experience sheer thrill as you take in stark yet dramatic scenery.

While exploring the Yunnan Province, stay at the Anantara Xishuangbanna Resort & Spa. This hotel Yunnan has is known for its unparalleled comforts and scenic appeal making it the most popular choice in Yunnan.

Pushpitha Wijesinghe is an experienced independent freelance writer. He specializes in providing a wide variety of content and articles related to the travel hospitality industry.

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