Kunming Hotels

Kunming, capital of Yunnan Province, is known as the ‘City of Eternal Spring’ due to its pleasant climate and fragrant blossoms all year. This town sits in Dian Lake’s basin and is surrounded by mountains. With its rich culture and history spanning more than 2,400 years, it has grown into a political, economical and cultural centre. As one of the most popular tourist destinations in southwest China, Kunmingboasts galleries, stunning architecture, and museums such as the Kunming Zoological Museum. There are also many universities like the Yunnan University and Kunming Medical University.

Known also for its religious roots in Buddhism, Kunmingis host to several temples like

Yuantong and Tanhua. For those seeking the stars, and not ones from Hollywood, the Yunnan Astronomical Observatory is a great place to visit. Perched atop Phoenix Hill, visitors can observe the stars along with the city's vibrant lights. On the outskirts of town is the famed Golden Temple Park, which dates from the Ming Dynasty. Oddly enough, it is actually tiled in bronze rather than gold as its name suggests. Whether it’s religious or cultural, artistic or educational, Kunmingwill deliver a holiday experience of a lifetime.

When To Go

Kunming boasts one of the mildest climates in China, and each season tends to blend into another. Winters are cool and short-lived, and summers are long and warm. The temperatures during the summer are never too hot, but there is humidity. With its year-round spring-like climate, the weather provides the perfect temperatures for plants and flowers to grow and blossom.

• December through February: Average daily high is 15°C (59°F)

• March through August: Average daily high is 23°C (74°F)

• September through December: Average daily high is 17°C (63°F)

Getting There

KunmingWujiaba International Airport is located southeast of the city and offers various flights to and from cities throughout China and Southeast Asia by way of major airlines.

If you are traveling by rail, Kunming has two railway stations, Kunming Railway Station and the North Railway Station. Both stations serve various major cities in China. Tourists should be advised that these train trips can take several days to complete, so be prepared to spend some time traveling.

There are four bus stations in Kunming. Each bus station is named for the direction that it travels in, so the general rule is if travelers are headed west then they should use the West Bus Station.

• By air: For the fastest arrival to Kunming fly into KunmingWujiaba International Airport

• By train: A leisurely and picturesque multi-day ride from major cities is offered by train

• By bus: Travel by bus is made simple and cost-effective by the four convenient bus stations around Kunming

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