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Yunnan Mile: Glad I wasn't dissuaded—perfect for a relaxing family trip!

🚗Transportation Guide - External Transportation: Fly to Kunming Changshui International Airport and transfer to Mile by high-speed rail; or take a direct train from Kunming Railway Station or Kunming South Railway Station to Mile (approx. 1 hr). Long-distance buses are also available from Kunming North Bus Station. - Local Transportation: Mile has a public bus system covering major attractions (CNY 1 per ride). Ride-hailing services, taxis, bicycle rentals, and electric scooter rentals are also available. 💛Recommended Attractions - Dongfengyun Scenic Area: Featuring unique red brick architecture like the Kaleidoscope Art Museum and vast lavender fields, this scenic area offers a fairytale-like setting perfect for photos.  - Jinping Mountain Scenic Area: A Buddhist holy site in southeastern Yunnan. Climb the 1,999 steps to admire the 19.9m-tall Maitreya Buddha and enjoy panoramic views of Mile.  - Huquan Eco-Park: Known as "Little Sanya" of Mile, this park offers lakeside cycling, water activities, sand play, and hot springs at Huquan Banshan Hot Spring for a relaxing experience.  - Taiping Lake International Eco-Tourism Resort: Featuring romantic flower fields, a rocky desertification park, and the adorable "Princess Taiping" boulder, this resort evokes the charm of a Miyazaki summer.  - Keyi Town: Home to the Ashi, a branch of the Yi ethnic group. Experience authentic folk customs, ethnic flair, and Ashi culture, including daily afternoon performances.  🌟Recommended Food - Braised Chicken Rice Noodles: A Mile specialty featuring flavorful braised chicken, tender chicken meat, smooth rice noodles, and rich broth. - Mutton Soup Pot: Made with fresh local mutton, this soup is savory and the mutton is tender. Enjoy it with special dipping sauces for a unique flavor. - Red Wine Roasted Meat: Marinated in red wine and spices, the roasted meat is tender and infused with the aroma of red wine. - Cold Rice Noodle Rolls: Chewy rice noodle rolls served with a variety of toppings like crushed peanuts, sesame seeds, and chili oil for a spicy and appetizing treat. - Pickled Vegetable Rice Noodles: The sourness of pickled vegetables complements the rice noodles, creating a refreshing dish popular among locals. 🏭Accommodation Recommendations - Mile Huquan Tianyi Hotel: Located within Huquan Eco-Park, this hotel offers a beautiful environment, luxurious facilities, and excellent service, perfect for travelers seeking a high-quality stay. - Mile Dongfengyun MGallery: Situated within Dongfengyun Scenic Area, this uniquely designed hotel provides convenient access to the area's attractions and stunning views. - Mile Taiping Lake Forest Cabin Hotel: Nestled in Taiping Lake International Eco-Tourism Resort, the charming cabins are surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, ideal for family trips. ☑️Itinerary - 2-Day Trip: Visit Honghe Water Town, Huquan Eco-Park, and Dongfengyun Scenic Area on the first day. Explore the Fodu Shopping Mall and Jinping Mountain Scenic Area on the second day, and visit Keyi Town if time permits. - 3-Day Trip: Explore Dongfengyun Scenic Area and Taiping Lake Forest Park on the first day. Visit the Jinping Mountain Maitreya Buddha, Keyi Town, and the Honghe Water Town night market on the second day. Experience the red wine culture at Yunnan Red Wine Manor on the third day.
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Posted: Apr 14, 2025
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