Yunnan: The Hidden Paradise of China – Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La | The Travel Intern

In the southwestern region of China lies Yunnan province. Dubbed as China's hidden paradise, follow our adventures through the lesser-known cities of Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-la!

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KUNMING CITY

00:51 - Yunnan Nationalities Village
Yunnan province is home to 26 different minority ethnic groups and you can experience all of them right here! (FUN FACT: China has a total of 56 ethnic groups! Talk about diversity!)

01:04 - Dragon Gate, Western Hills
Skillfully carved on a large natural rock, it is said that once you enter the dragon gate, you will become famous and successful. Who can say no to good luck?!

01:20 - Green Lake Park
Here at one of the most beautiful parks in Kunming city, you can catch locals engaging in recreational activities. It’s the perfect place to absorb the Kunming culture!

01:31 - Shilin Stone Forest
Epic or what? This 400 sq km-wide area of towering limestones (all natural!) was considered the “First Wonder of the World” to the Chinese. Marvel at the different karst formation around this stone forest!

01:41 - Jiuxiang Scenic Region
Explore the cluster of karst caves in this region, the largest of such complex in China! Here you’ll get to explore a bat cave, lying dragon cave, grand lion hall and fairy field, among others.

DALI

01:50 - Three Pagodas
Three impressive 1,800-year-old pagodas that are still standing to this day and are a symbol of the history of Dali City.

02:04 - Dali Ancient City
A thousand-year-old city with so much history and culture where the past and present coexist.

LIJIANG

02:23 - Old Town of Lijiang
A town with a history going back more than 1,000 years, it remains largely untouched and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

02:48 - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Scale this 5,596-metre giant! (SIKE! You can actually take a cable car up 4506 metres!)

02:51 - Blue Moon Valley
As its name suggests, it's an extremely blue river meandering through a lush valley of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain! Definitely a must-visit!

02:58 - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (4506-metre peak)
Get a bird's eye view of Lijiang from on top the most southerly snowcapped mountain in the Northern Hemisphere!

03:07 - Impression Lijiang
Catch this magnificent outdoor singing and dancing performance demonstrating the tradition and lifestyle of the local ethnic people! You even get a picturesque view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as the background!

03:12 - Black Dragon Pool
A great place to see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain but an even better place to take sick IG pictures!

03:23 - Tiger Leaping Gorge
If you're all about that hiking/fitspo life then we recommend going on this 2-day-1-night hike up the Tiger Leaping Gorge! The views are out of this world! That, we guarantee!

SHANGRI-LA

04:16 - Songzanlin Lamasery
Visit the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple complex in Yunnan Province!

04:26 - Dukezong Ancient City
It is the largest and best-preserved Tibetan city among China's Tibetan counties!

04:40 - Balagezong Scenic Area
Soak in the sights and sound of this beautiful area and discover its unique beauty with rich Tibetan culture!

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[alexam]

Going there after pandemic. Beautiful!

[Lfg]

Best description of Yunnan I've seen, to-date - and I lived in Kmg 2 yrs.. Thank you. This vlog is 🔥.

[detrickguillory]

Hi ladies & thank you for sharing your great adventures with the world. I absolutely love beautiful China & your 3 sayings to help lead people to true happiness. I am planning my trip through Yunnan for April 2022 to experience many of the same sites & culture. Beautiful China never stops impressing me regardless of city or countryside. Wishing y’all joy, health & continuous blessings.

[granthughes]

Another place to check out in Yunnan is Xishuangbanna. It's very tropical and the people there are similar are related to Thai people. It has an amazing night market and beautiful botanical gardens.

[ksleejerry]

Thanks for sharing! I like the natural narration!😃

[terrydigenti]

Hello from Rochester New York!! I really enjoyed your video. Your team is great!! Much peace to you all!

[gunsroses]

Yunnan is the most beautiful place in the world.

[GISELLEJ]

Visited Yunnan in January and I have to say that I am not disappointed! Managed to find out all the hidden spots and best photo places in Yunnan as well! Thanks for sharing!

[Riskawu]

I travel to Yunnan on Dec-Jan 2020. Same places with you guys. It's true. Hidden paradise in China. 🥰

[mmmassey]

I wish in my lifetime I will be able to see these places. They are like hidden gems

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[thebudgetfilmmaker]

Wow! So much glamour, so much culture all in one!

[nickycpy]

Thank you for the great infos. Am doing this..!!!🙏♥️

[rungaroonlupsa]

Hi, thanks for sharing all the beautiful places!! Just wondering what type of plug are use? Flat 2 or 3 pin or 2 round pin??

[laboyphtravel]

I still want to travel at yunnan after pandemic

[parktech]

Too good.. you girls make a good gang !! Beautiful !!

[fischman-China]

Nice video. My Guangdong friends will decide if we visit Yunnan Province later this year. You have put a lot of effort into making this video. I wish I could make videos like this for my channel. We might also try Chongqing and Chengdu.

[russianteahistory]

Beautiful mountain province. Lots of untouched places. There are many places where there are no tourists and a lot of local ethnicity.

[MrJeffYKoh]

Well done, young travellers. Greetings for sunny Spain. If you guys are in southern Spain...I will show you around. Eat some laksa for me!!!

[torgore]

Hey, nice video ! I would like to know how many days did you spend to each city. What would you recommend ?