Kunming

In the middle part of Yunnan, there is a lake that looks like a bright pearl on the plateau. It was called Diannanze in ancient times, and today is also known as "Kunyang Lake" because it's close to Kunyang. Kunming, the capital of Yunnan province situated on the lakeside, is a world famous "Spring City." Kunming has plentiful natural and cultural landscapes due to its long history and unique geological structure.

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History and culture
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Kunming High-tech Industrial Development Zone
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Stone Forest
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History and culture

In 1982, China's State Council recognized Kunming as one of the first 24 national historical and cultural cities. With a 3,000-year-old history, this city is home to beautiful flowers that bloom throughout the year.

Honors of Kunming

Sister cities

Kunming High-tech Industrial Development Zone

Kunming High-tech Industrial Development Zone (the "industrial development zone") was one of 53 national high-tech industrial development areas approved by the State Council in 1992.

Kunming Economic and Technological Development Zone

Kunming Economic and Technological Development Zone (the "economic and technological development zone") is located in the eastern area of Kunming and covers 9.8 square kilometers.

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Stone Forest

Kunming, capital of stunning Yunnan province, is famous for its first-rate natural scenery, among which Shilin, literally "Stone Forest," is the most famous one.

Kunming World Horticultural Expo Garden

Located in the northeast suburbs of Kunming, World Horticultural Expo Garden is the site of the 1999 Kunming International Horticultural Exposition.

Dianchi Lake

Located at the foot of the Western Hills in southwest Kunming, Dianchi Lake, or Kunming Lake, is known as "a pearl on the plateau" for its natural beauty.