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Ten-Month Solar Calendar Park
Ten-Month Solar Calendar Park is located on Solar Calendar Avenue in the northern suburbs of Chuxiong City, approx. 3 km from the city center, and is the only Yi ethnic culture park in China. The park features the Yi cultural treasure October Sun Calendar Square as its landmark and integrates ethnic customs displays, art exchanges, and more. It is a comprehensive cultural park and a national 2A-rated tourist attraction. Major attractions in the park include the Ten-Month Solar Calendar Park-Altar, Torch Square, Gourd Lake, Gourd Corridor, and the Ethnic Sports Arena. The park hosts daily Yi ethnic folk customs and song and dance performances, such as welcoming ceremonies and weddings. Here, you can admire various styles of Yi dwellings, explore the ancient civilization of the Yi people, and experience unique ethnic minority customs.Chuxiong City · 2.9 km from downtown
Wuding Lion Mountain Scenic Area
The Lion Mountain Tourist Area, a famous provincial scenic spot in the middle of Yunnan, is seated in the western suburb of Wuding County, Chuxiong Prefecture, Yunnan province. It got its name for its lion shape mountains. The mountain goes from the north to the south, opposite to Wumeng Mountain. The mountain slopes slowly from the south to the north, with steep cliffs around of the mountain. Viewed from the front face, it is very majestic. The towering peak of the Lion Mountain in this area is above 2,000 meters.Wuding · 3.1 km from downtown
Yi People Tribe
Relying on Chuxiong's high-quality and rich tourism resources, regional cultural customs, and national cultural characteristics, the ancient town of Yi people and world-class design units have joined forces to disassemble and construct the world's outstanding cultural elements, and creatively apply them to the planning and development of the east area of the ancient town of Yi people. , to create a complex tourism product cluster that integrates various experiential functions and facilities such as sightseeing, leisure and vacation, conference business, culture and art, performing arts exhibitions, shopping and entertainment, sports and sports, and high-quality residence. A solid foundation for a world-class tourist destination. The ancient town of Yi people is a 4A-level characteristic tourist attraction integrating Yi culture and customs, eating, living, traveling, traveling, shopping and entertainment. In the Yi people tribe scenic spot in the ancient town of Yi people, the original ecological architectural culture, production and living culture, song and dance culture and sacrificial culture of the Yi people all show the characteristics of the Yi people. It is a comprehensive tourist attraction that focuses on tourist participation.Chuxiong City · 3.9 km from downtown
Leiding Village Scenic Area
Yuanmou · 11.9 km from downtown
Yongren-Fang Mountain
Yongren Fangshan is located in the northeast of Yongren County, Chuxiong Prefecture, 16 kilometers away from Yongren County and about 280 kilometers away from Chuxiong City. Fangshan has a unique shape, with a wide and gentle top and steep cliffs on the edges. It is flat and square from all four sides, hence the name "Fangshan". Fangshan is a good place to escape the summer heat. Besides being "square", it is also "cool". The annual average temperature here is 12℃, and the high temperature does not exceed 24℃, which is especially cool in summer. Fangshan is located on the main transportation route between Yunnan and Sichuan. It was once a place where monks chanted scriptures when traveling between Jizu Mountain and Emei Mountain, so it was once a Buddhist place in history. Fangshan is a strategic point between Sichuan and Yunnan and a crossing point on the Jinsha River. It has become a battleground for military strategists due to its high altitude, easy to defend and difficult to attack terrain. From the Three Kingdoms period to the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty more than 1,400 years later, Fangshan was a military stronghold with continuous improvement of fortifications. Nearly 100,000 troops were stationed there. The ruins of Zhugeying, located on the eastern foot of Fangshan, and the remains of the camps on the southern top and west side of Fangshan are still there. Looking into the distance from Wangjiang Ridge, you can see continuous mountains and rivers, the Shu River is like a silk thread, and clouds and mist are rising; standing on Xiangguqing and stomping your feet, you can faintly hear the "dong dong" sound of drums. It is said that Zhuge Liang buried bronze drums here to repel the enemy, so the ground here has always made the sound of bronze drums; Kuqiaoqing is a collection of strange rocks, ancient trees, and cliff carvings; Xianren Valley brings together many attractions such as Pearl Cascade Waterfall, Seven Star Leaking Sky, Deep Stream Mingquan, Fairy Pond, Fairy Turtle Coming Out of the Cave, Yixiantai, Dengxian Cliff, etc.; Pearl Dripping Rock is the main outlet of Fangshan Water Source. Spring water gushes out from the rocks and rushes down. If it is the rainy season, the water flow will increase greatly and pour into the deep pool with a roaring sound. Tip: The temperature in Yongren Fangshan is lower than that in the Souvenir cities and towns, so you should bring a warmer jacket when climbing.Yongren · 17.4 km from downtown
Yihai Park
Yihai Park consists of a lakeside scenic belt, the central Yihai core water scenic area, the western citizen leisure area, the Lijia'an commercial area, and other sections. It is a large water-themed landscape park for citizens and tourists to relax, enjoy entertainment, and exercise.Chuxiong City · 4.6 km from downtown
China's First Blessing Tower
Chuxiong Futa is an octagonal, nine-story, pavilion-style building with an external corridor, standing 59m high. Chuxiong Futa is a scenic ancient tower that showcases the profound connotations of Chinese fortune culture through the arts of colorful painting, wood carving, stone carving, and bronze casting. A stele stands directly south of the tower. Its base is 1.5m high and is surrounded by 7m-long stone-carved railings on each of the four sides. A 6.9m-high bluestone 'Fu' stele stands on the base, with the Chuxiong Futa Record inscribed on the back. On the ninth floor, the top level of the tower, hangs the 1.48m-high, 1.2-ton Baifu bronze bell.Chuxiong City · 2.9 km from downtown
Lufeng Strontium Spring Hotel Hot Spring
Lufeng Strontium Spring Hotel is located next to Shizengzi New Bridge in Jinshan Town, Lufeng City. It has a superior geographical location and convenient transportation, making it easy for tourists to arrive from Souvenir areas. The hotel has complete supporting facilities, including a reception lobby, restaurant, self-service laundry room, etc. In order to meet the diverse dietary needs of guests, Lufeng Strontium Spring Hotel has carefully prepared a variety of Dining options. It is particularly worth mentioning that the hotel also has an on-site production area, serving Yunnan-style snacks and freshly baked bread. The hotel combines outdoor green space to create a micro-vacation scene experience. The hotel has an international standard swimming pool, a children's paddling pool, 33 independent private strontium spring pools, and 10 public pools. The hot spring water rich in strontium is not only gentle and pleasant, but also rich in minerals. Bathing in it, your body and mind will feel the nourishment and healing, release stress, and restore vitality. Whether you are pursuing health and wellness, or relaxing your body and mind, the high strontium hot spring is your best choice.Lufeng · 1.8 km from downtown
Futa Park
Chuxiong City · 2.9 km from downtown
Jinshan Ancient Town
Jinshan Ancient Town is located on the Lufeng section of the historic ancient post road in central Yunnan. Nestled among lush green mountains, it resembles a museum showcasing the culture of the ancient road. Amidst the distant sound of horse hooves, it tells the story of the prosperous golden age and the vicissitudes of the thousand-year-old horse caravan, capturing the splendor of the 900-li ancient road. The ancient town is filled with inns, shops, and snack stalls, and offers various fun and interesting activities such as intangible cultural heritage performances, flash mob dances, and bonfire parties.Lufeng · 235m from downtown
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会吃爱玩儿懂营养的花露雨August 6, 2021
4.0
Eight-sided tiger welcomes guests from all directions, and the Sun Calendar Square is a good place for leisure.
Location: There is a gate on Sun Avenue and Dongshun Street. There is a large parking lot on Sun Avenue.
Special experience: Keep walking and climb to the highest point to enjoy the night view of Chuxiong city. This place is actually a window to understand Yi culture, but it is recommended to visit the Yizhou Museum first and then come here.
Consumption: 24-hour free park
Tips: Do a good job of mosquito repellent at night
Ten-Month Solar Calendar Park
境无界October 31, 2020
5.0
Wuding Lion Mountain is located to the west of Wuding County, Chuxiong Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It is named after the image of a crouching lion. The mountain is oriented from north to south, facing Wumeng Mountain from afar. The mountain slopes down slowly from south to north, and the top of the mountain is surrounded by steep cliffs. The mountain is very majestic when viewed from the front. Wuding Lion Mountain is a national 4A-level scenic spot in Yunnan Province. It is known as the "No. 1 Mountain in the Southwest", "Emerald of Central Yunnan", "Eight Small Buddhist Mountains in China" and "Peony Garden in the South".
Wuding Lion Mountain Scenic Area
未来每一天September 4, 2021
5.0
It's very suitable to come with friends on weekends and spend a happy weekend! I also recommend everyone to come
Yi People Tribe
M89***76May 5, 2023
4.0
It is said that Zhuge Liang stationed his troops there, but there is no historical basis for this. However, the scenery on the top of the mountain is magnificent, especially Zhugeying Village, which is a paradise! You can see magnificent scenery at the top of the mountain, with green peaks!
Yongren-Fang Mountain
陪焕久¹点⁸October 17, 2024
5.0
It is worth it, especially for mothers, who can take their children to play in the sand
Yihai Park
忙人绘制品December 13, 2021
5.0
Praying is a wish, a mood, and the most original thought and wish in people’s hearts. Come on, Futa welcomes you to exercise!
China's First Blessing Tower
M51***02April 4, 2026
5.0
The hotel has a great environment, convenient transportation, and clean and tidy rooms. There was also a welcome fruit upon check-in, and the front desk service was good. However, there were not many hot spring pools open, probably because it wasn't the weekend.
Lufeng Strontium Spring Hotel Hot Spring
小翼666888August 9, 2020
4.0
Chuxiong Fu Pagoda stands on the top of Lucheng East Mountain in Chuxiong City, the capital of Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. The Chuxiong Prefecture Political Consultative Conference initiated social donations to rebuild it on the site of the ancient pagoda from the Ming Dynasty. Construction began in March 2002 and was completed in November 2004. The pagoda is an octagonal nine-story pavilion-style building, 59 meters high. It is the first ancient landscape pagoda in China that showcases Chinese Fu culture with painted wood carvings, stone carvings, and bronze castings. Standing on the pagoda, you can overlook the city of Chuxiong, which is a very good attraction.
Futa Park
闲事不管饭吃三碗July 31, 2025
5.0
历史文化深厚：古镇深度挖掘禄丰2300年的古驿路文化，将“滇西大马路，九关十八铺”的历史故事融入景观建设，重现了往昔古道上商旅如织的辉煌景象。这里曾是南方古丝绸之路等多条古道的重要路段，承载着丰富的驿道文化、市井文化。建筑风格独特：以明清建筑风格为主，建有地标性星级酒店、庭院式客栈等。古镇内精致的浮雕、立绘雕饰随处可见，一砖一瓦都展示了禄丰的历史缩影，小品、广场、牌坊、古戏台等文化符号穿插其中，充满古色古香的韵味。旅游功能齐全：按国家4A级旅游景区标准建设，是集吃、住、行、游、购、娱等为一体的文化旅游开发项目。设有茶马文化步行街、美食餐饮街等，还有各种特色小吃和非遗技艺展示，能让游客全方位体验滇中文化魅力。
Jinshan Ancient Town
