Must see Stone Forest in Yunnan
Stone Forest in Yunnan is the landmark of Kunming City. It is a wonderful destination for travelers interested in unique geographic layout as well as photography! It is even said that if you have visited Kunming without seeing the Stone Forest, you have wasted your time on tours China.
Truly, Stone Forest in Yunnan, as “First Wonder of the World”, is one of the excellent places to see near Kunming and it is also regarded as one of the top Yunnan tourist attractions.
Stone Forest in Yunnan is located in Shilin Yi Autonomous County. It is about 120 km. (74 mi.) southeast of Kunming.
Please look at the Kunming Attractions if you are interested in exploring this city. Especially, Stone Forest is one of the top places to see near Kunming. The tall rocks seem to emanate from the ground in the manner of stalagmites, with many looking like petrified trees thereby creating the illusion of a forest made of stone.
Stone Forest in Yunnan has been well-known since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644 A.D.). Shilin National Scenic Area covers an area of 350 sq. km. (135 sq. mi.) and is divided into seven scenic areas.
Scientific research has shown that what is now the Stone Forest in Yunnan was an immense expansion of water with a vast stretch of limestone sediment formed over years on the sea-bed 270 million years ago. As a result of the crustal movement, exposure to rain and wind, and other elements, the Stone Forest was shaped by time.
There are not enough words to describe its breathtaking beauty. You may marvel at the natural stone masterpieces while walking through the site.
Major Stone Forest, Minor Stone Forest and Naigu Stone Forest, all of which feature stones are in various formations. Each of them is life like with its own distinguishing characteristics.
- Some of them look like animals, plants or even human figures. Here, you also can find underground stone forest.
If you want to have sightseeing in this kind of wonderful place with miracle of nature, please look at The Grand Yunnan Ethnic Tour for more information.
The Stone Forest is one of the most popular Yunnan attractions. If you travel to Yunnan, you will find so many incredible places to see near Kinming.
Pack your trekking shoes, bring your camera and hit the road for the Stone Forest. There are some tips for you when you travel to Stone Forest in Yunnan:
- You can take regular buses to Stone Forest in Yunnan from Kunming East Coach Station.
- The admission fee is 175 RMB (30 USD) including Major Stone Forest, Minor Stone Forest, Naigu Stone Forest, Wannianlingzhi Scenic Area, Bushao Mountain and Liziyuanqing Scenic Area.
- The opening hours are from 08:30 am to 18:00 pm.
Hope these information can come in handy when you decide to explore the Stone Forest in Yunnan while traveling to China. Learn more information on how to travel to Lijiang City and dream land Shangri-la Bon voyage!
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