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Alu Ancient Cave
Alugu Cave, known as the "No. 1 Cave in Yunnan", is about 158 kilometers away from Kunming and 2.5 kilometers northwest of Luxi County. Also known as Luyuan Cave, Alugu Cave is a group of peculiar and spectacular underground caves, that is, underground karst landforms, similar to the stone forest landscape, the stone forest is on the ground, and Alugu Cave is underground. It is one of the most spectacular natural caves in Asia.Luxi · 3.5 km from downtown
Chengzi Ancient Village
Chengzi Ancient Village is located in the three counties (Luxi, Maitreya, Qiubei) of two prefectures (Honghe, Wenshan) where chickens and dogs are familiar with each other, 25 kilometers away from Luxi County, and belongs to Yongning Township, Luxi County. The entire ancient village is located on the Feifeng Slope, which is more than 200 meters high, with an area of 55.59 hectares. It is adjacent to Longpan Mountain in the east, Yuping and Bijia Mountain in the west, Furong Mountain (also known as Murong Mountain) in the north, and Jinding Mountain in the back. Small rivers meandering. flow past. According to legend, the ancestors of the Yi tribe chose this place and used the branches and leaves of a single tree to build 24 earthen palm houses, where they lived for 24 families, so they lived there for a long time. During the Chenghua years of the Ming Dynasty, the Tuzhifu was "expensive", so he built his own yamen here and changed it (the old name of Chengzi Village) to "Yonganfu", which made the Tuzhang house here have been developed on a large scale, forming the pattern of the government city. It has a history of more than five hundred years. The villagers here live in harmony from generation to generation, dating each other on a blind date and helping each other, forming a simple and friendly folk customs. The reason is not only the practical features of the Tuzhang house being warm in winter and cool in summer, but also because the undefended construction of the tuzhang house prolongs the undefense of people's hearts.Luxi · 21.2 km from downtown
Mt. Jinping Scenic Resort
Jinping Mountain Scenic Area is located more than 10 kilometers north of Mile City. The mountains are full of spiritual energy and the trees are lush and green. From a distance, it looks like a giant Buddha sitting peacefully. Mile has been known as the blessed land of southern Yunnan since ancient times, and has the same name as the future Buddha "Maitreya". Jinping Mountain has a thousand-year-old temple Maitreya Temple, where the main Buddha is Maitreya, so the city name, temple name, and Buddha name are the same. Maitreya Temple was built during the Tianqi period of the Ming Dynasty, rebuilt during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, and expanded and completed in 1999. It has five courtyards: Maitreya Buddha, Dayun Courtyard, Daxiong Hall, Tianwang Hall, and Dazhi Hall. It has the best Maitreya Bag Phase, Maitreya Qiangba Phase, Maitreya Immortal Light Phase, Maitreya Tianguan Phase, and Maitreya Thinking Phase.Mile · 34.4 km from Luxi
Taiping Lake International Ecotourism Resort
Nestled between mountains and waters with lush vegetation, the picturesque Taiping Lake International Ecotourism Resort in Mile, Yunnan is a natural masterpiece painted on earth's canvas with vibrant flora. This blessed land in Mile presents a sincere gift to the world - a true paradise for travelers. Taiping Lake International Ecotourism Resort covers a planned area of 29 km², featuring attractions such as the mountain rocky desertification park, romantic flower sea in the clouds, earth art - Taiping princess, bougainvillea garden, Monet's garden, cloud 1680, and ball garden. Here you can experience rocky desertification control and ecological restoration. After construction, you can admire the picturesque scenery of lakes and mountains, appreciate internationally renowned land art masterpieces, and witness the vibrant bloom of thousand-acre flower fields throughout all four seasons.Mile · 28.9 km from Luxi
Dongfengyun Scenic Area
Mile's “Dongfengyun” town is a characteristic town with cultural tourism, health care and art as its core. The tens of thousands of acres of vineyards and hundreds of acres of lavender fields Souvenir the Attraction add color to the town. All year round, there are flowers in full bloom in spring, evergreen trees in summer, yellow ginkgo trees in autumn, and quiet and peaceful things in winter. Play in the charm of Dongfeng, flower field windmills, lakeside trails, and special-shaped buildings, bringing you a visual feast of art. Sculptor Luo Xu took the red soil from this plateau and used the red bricks from this land to implant unique-style buildings into the original landforms, and built a group of red brick art buildings in various shapes. The kaleidoscope displays the only two sets of "Thousands of Chorus Pottery Figurines" in the world, and the Half Cloud Art Living Room creates a Zen and quiet Refreshment environment. International Art Center, Agricultural Reclamation Museum, Flower Hill, Seal Workshop... Here, architecture tells stories and art conveys emotions. Eat at Dongfengyun, where the Seal Shop and Cultural and Creative Market, which combine local snacks from Mile, bring you a food carnival. Stay at Dongfengyun, MGallery Art Hotel, with 5 different themes to meet your business, administration, parent-child, vacation, and honeymoon needs; Niuduoluo Music Farm, takes you into a different rural life; Art Inn, with modern intelligent technology, allows you to experience the butler-style immersive stay experience cared for by artificial intelligence. Here, life becomes poetry, allowing time to flow slowly in the poetry and paintings of art, and allowing the soul to rest quietly in the long river of years. The wind rises, the clouds fall, wine is consumed among the flowers, and life is filled with the rare charm of the east wind.Mile · 45.7 km from Luxi
Wuzheban Mountain Hot Spring
Wuzhe Hot Spring Scenic Area is the place where the ancient "Alu" tribe and its ancestors lived and multiplied. It contains rich cultural heritage, unique cultural landscape and beautiful ecological environment. It allows people to experience a kind of warmth, intoxication, mystery and all kinds of romance in addition to surprise. Wuzhe's hot spring water has been tested to contain 20 cations that are beneficial to the human body, such as lithium, sodium, iron, strontium, iodine, and 20 anions that are beneficial to the human body, such as arsenic, zinc, copper, selenium, and cadmium. The new decoration design of the indoor water collection provides guests with private lockers, separate shower rooms, oversized rest and dressing areas, antique public lockers, and electronic card locks. There are indoor high-temperature pools, indoor low-temperature pools, dry steam rooms, wet steam rooms, shower rooms and other space settings. The public area is equipped with a spacious lounge, massage room, chess and card room, buffet restaurant, etc.Luxi · 14.3 km from downtown
Stone Forest Scenic Area
The Stone Forest Scenic Area is located in Shilin County, Kunming, and is one of the key attractions in the city. This scenic area showcases typical karst landforms, featuring stone peaks, pinnacles, sinkholes, and underground rivers. The towering rock formations take on various shapes—sword-like, pagoda-like, mushroom-like, and more—creating a breathtaking and fantastical landscape. The Stone Forest Scenic Area is divided into several widely spaced sections, with the Greater and Lesser Stone Forest attractions at its core. The Naigu Stone Forest is located approx. 12 km north of the main attractions, while the Dadie Waterfall scenic area sits approx. 29 km southwest. The Changhu Lake area is positioned 26 km southeast of the main site. When visitors refer to touring the Stone Forest, they typically mean exploring the Greater and Lesser Stone Forest sections. The Greater and Lesser Shilin are located in the same area. After purchasing tickets at the main entrance and walking along the path for 20 minutes, you'll find the smaller and more gently sloped Lesser Shilin Scenic Area on your left. Amidst the dense cluster of peaks stands the famous Ashima Stone, where the majestic karst formations resemble a graceful Yi ethnic maiden named Ashima, seemingly waving to visitors—a favorite photo spot for travelers. Beyond the striking Ashima, the Lesser Shilin area features other captivating views like the Steed and Pillar Supporting the Sky, each with unique shapes. This is where your imagination is put to the test. If you find your imagination lacking, we recommend hiring a guide who can offer fresh perspectives on these remarkable formations. As you drive leisurely along the highway, you'll encounter a series of remarkable rock formations lining the roadside—the Tang Monk Stone, Stone Prison, Phoenix Combing Its Wings, and Lingzhi Mushroom Rock—each vividly lifelike and exquisitely crafted by nature's artistry, presenting their unique postures to showcase Earth's wondrous creations. Strolling along the pathway, you'll unexpectedly arrive at the Great Stone Forest Scenic Area. After marveling at wonders like "Two Birds Sharing Food," "Rhinoceros Gazing at the Moon," "Lotus Peak," "Shilin Grand View," and "Stone Screen," you might feel slightly fatigued. Take a peaceful break at Lion Pavilion while admiring the inverted peaks reflected in Lion Pool across the way. After prolonged exposure to these karst formations, visual fatigue may set in—making it the perfect moment to shift perspectives. Board a cruise on Shilin Lake, where mountain vistas and water scenery converge into one breathtaking panorama, dissolving all stress and worries. If you prefer not to walk, electric carts driven by Yi ethnic women shuttle between attractions and stop upon request. You can still marvel at the wonders of the Stone Forest Scenic Area, and some friendly drivers may even share interesting local anecdotes along the way. Naigu Stone Forest, also known as New Stone Forest or Mozhai Stone Forest, is located 13 km north of the Stone Forest Scenic Area. It features a landscape composed of stone formations, Baiyun Lake, Shifeng Mountain, and Yougu Xianpu Waterfall. Compared to the Stone Forest Scenic Area, this site offers a distinct style. The towering gray-black stone pillars here are densely packed, resembling castles, towers, and mushrooms. The rugged, primitive rock formations surge skyward like waves, creating a majestic atmosphere. Walking through these dark peaks feels like stepping into a primeval world.Shilin · 54.4 km from Luxi
Keyi Town And Ancient Village
Keyi Village is hidden inside a forest and offers visitors an insight into the lives of the Yi people. The locals stage traditional music and dance performances for visitors, and there is also a museum with exhibits on Yi culture and customs.Mile · 40.2 km from Luxi
Huquan Banshan Hot Springs
Huquan Banshan Hot Springs is located in the western area of Mile County, nestled amidst picturesque mountains that blend natural tranquility with comfortable indulgence. The hot spring water originates from deep underground, rich in various minerals, with clear quality and consistently ideal temperatures year-round. The 12 unique soaking pools here each have poetic names like "Ascend to Waterside," "Flying Pavilion with Crimson Clouds," "Jade Dew in Lakeside Forest," "Gazing at Soaring Clouds," and "Soothing Sleep Spring Melody." Surrounded by lush vegetation, the fresh air and serene environment create a profound sense of peace and harmony. The hot spring area's design seamlessly integrates with the natural landscape, making visitors feel immersed in a living mountain-and-water painting. It's not only an excellent place to relieve stress and rejuvenate but also an ideal choice for connecting with nature and enjoying quiet moments. Whether at dawn or dusk, Huquan Banshan Hot Springs offers a unique experience of becoming one with nature.Mile · 39.7 km from Luxi
Dianchi Lake
Dianchi Lake is also called Kunming Lake. It is the sixth largest freshwater lake in China. It has the nickname of "Sparkling Pearl Embedded in a Highland". The lake is wide and spectacular. Every winter, a large flock of red-billed gulls migrate here from Siberia, making it a good place for bird watching and bird feeding. There are different ways to explore Dianchi lake. You can stroll around the lake, cycle, or ride a boat. You can also climb up to the Dragon Gate overlooking Dianchi Lake to get a better view of the entire lake.China · Kunming
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可coco534September 14, 2026
5.0
September was a pretty good month to visit; the temperature was just right, neither too hot nor too cold, and there were fewer people, making it suitable for road trips. Elderly people might have some mobility issues, but everything else was perfect.
Alu Ancient Cave
amy323May 29, 2026
4.0
I thoroughly enjoyed the fun of climbing onto the roof and removing the tiles in Chengzi Ancient Town. The earthen houses here are all connected, and your roof is my yard. Strolling on the roof is full of original, rustic charm.
Chengzi Ancient Village
E00***72October 19, 2026
5.0
The Maitreya Buddha statue in Jinping Mountain Scenic Area is located at the summit. Those with less stamina can take a bus up the mountain and walk down, visiting the temples along the way. We hiked up and took a bus down, which was good exercise and helped protect our knees.
Mt. Jinping Scenic Resort
lydialuluOctober 3, 2026
5.0
It's a large scenic area with a beautiful natural environment, perfect for taking photos. There's also an exhibition hall in the desert botanical garden that introduces the development history of Taiping Lake Scenic Area. You can learn about the arduous and extraordinary efforts the original developers made to transform a barren, desertified land into the beautiful, flower-filled park it is today. This introduction is definitely worth seeing.
Taiping Lake International Ecotourism Resort
189***12October 23, 2026
4.0
It's nice for taking photos and checking in, but not so much for leisurely sightseeing. A few of the exhibition halls were quite nice. What I don't understand is that the shuttle bus is still a gasoline-powered vehicle, and there was a really unpleasant smell in the back.
Dongfengyun Scenic Area
Anonymous userOctober 23, 2026
5.0
Nature's artistry is evident in the countless uniquely shaped rocks, with each step revealing a new vista. The karst landscape is breathtaking and unique, with well-planned trails. Following a guide's explanations allows one to truly appreciate the wonders of the Stone Forest, making it well worth a visit.
Stone Forest Scenic Area
Anonymous userOctober 21, 2026
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From the entrance to the village, after exploring the village, we took a bus to Tiger Roaring Forest, then another bus to the exit, and finally visited Mizhi Wonderland. Since we weren't going back the way we came, we descended the mountain from another exit, and eventually took the sightseeing bus back to the exit. Although each section of the road wasn't long, there wasn't much scenery along the way, and it added up to several kilometers, but it was still worth it!
Keyi Town And Ancient Village
爱好旅行，多吃多看September 17, 2026
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Many variations of specialized pools to soak in. Water temperature is perfect for relaxing.
Huquan Banshan Hot Springs
Anonymous userOctober 14, 2026
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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.
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