Stone Forest is located in Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province. It has been designated as a "World Natural Heritage Site" and "World Geopark" by UNESCO, and is also a national 5A level tourist attraction. It is famous for its unique karst landforms and is hailed as the "number one wonder in the world".
The Sculpture Museum of Nature
Shilin was formed about 270 million years ago, and through crustal movement, seawater erosion, and wind and rain erosion, it has shaped countless abrupt and rugged stone peaks, pillars, stalagmites, and buds, which look like vast forests from afar, stunning and magnificent.
Holy Land of Sani Culture of Yi Ethnic Group
Shilin is a settlement of the Sani people of the Yi ethnic group, and it is said to be the hometown of "Ashima". Sani cultural symbols can be seen everywhere in the scenic area, such as totems, songs and dances, embroidery, etc.
Small and large stone forests (core area)
Stone Forest Scenic Spot: The iconic stone peak engraved with the words "Stone Forest" is a must visit spot.
Jianfeng Pool: Blue water surrounds the sword shaped stone peak, with a picturesque reflection.
Ashima Stone: A Sani girl shaped like a basket on her back, embodying the legend of love.
Wangfeng Pavilion: Climbing high and overlooking the panoramic view of the Stone Sea, one can see countless peaks in the sky.
Experience of the Sani Culture of the Yi Ethnic Group
Song and Dance Festival: There is a daily "Ashima" ethnic song and dance performance (free of charge) in the scenic area.
Torch Festival: On the 24th day of the sixth lunar month, a grand bonfire party is held in Shilin, with thousands of people celebrating.
Intangible cultural heritage handicrafts: You can purchase handicrafts such as Sani embroidery and embroidery.
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The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
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Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
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Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
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Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
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Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
