Yunnan's hidden gem: Mile

In addition to popular destinations like Dali and Lijiang, Yunnan is also home to a hidden gem: Mile! Mile is not only a peaceful place to retire, but also a fun tourist town. Major attractions include the Stone Forest Scenic Area, Dongfengyun Scenic Area, Jinpingshan Scenic Area, Huquan Ecological Park, and Huquan Banshan Hot Spring. Stone Forest Scenic Area: A 5A-level scenic area, the Stone Forest is famous for its unique karst landforms and is one of Yunnan's iconic attractions. Tickets start at ¥130. Dongfengyun Scenic Area: With its unique red brick buildings and artistic atmosphere, Dongfengyun attracts many visitors and is known as one of the 100 must-see attractions in China in 2024. Tickets start at ¥80. Jinpingshan Scenic Area: Famous for the Mile Buddha, this attraction combines natural scenery and Buddhist culture. Tickets start at ¥30. Huquan Ecological Park: A great place for cycling around the lake and enjoying the scenery. Nearby is Huquan Banshan Hot Spring, a great place to relax. Huquan Ecological Park is free, while tickets for Huquan Banshan Hot Spring start at ¥166. In addition, Mile's cuisine is also worth trying, especially Mile braised chicken, lamb rice noodles, and various mushroom hot pots. The delicious flavors will leave you wanting more.