China Train Adventure: Kunming's Culture & Dali's Charm

Our Epic China Train Adventure BEGINS IN KUNMING 🇨🇳 我們的史詩級中國火車之旅從昆明開始

Destination:ChinaProvince:YunnanCity:Kunming
Our Epic China Train Adventure BEGINS IN KUNMING 🇨🇳 我們的史詩級中國火車之旅從昆明開始
Max and Jacqueline2025-04-1332 min

Welcome to the start of our most ambitious adventure yet — we're spending the next 30 days traveling across China using only high-speed trains. In this first episode, we arrive in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, and kick things off with a deep dive into local culture, history, and food. We wander through the peaceful Green Lake Park, visit the vibrant Yuantong Temple, taste unique dishes from Dai cuisine, and hike up the dramatic cliffs of the Dragon Gate at Xishan (Western Hills) for an epic view over Kunming. Green Lake Park (翠湖公园) Yuantong Temple (圆通寺) Dai Cuisine Restaurant: FOOD STREET YUANXI (圓西路) Dragon Gate Scenic Area (西山龙门) We head to the ancient town of Dali, nestled between mountains and a massive lake.

--- Max and Jacqueline
April 13, 2025, Spring in China

Video Chapters

  1. 0:00China train adventure begins
  2. 1:13Green Lake Park visit
  3. 5:14Yuantong Temple exploration
  4. 8:02Dai cuisine experience
  5. 12:58Xishan Dragon Gate hike
  6. 18:38Nan Tong Street food
  7. 24:37Stone Forest exploration
  8. 28:03Guandu ancient town visit

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Our Epic China Train Adventure BEGINS IN KUNMING 🇨🇳 我們的史詩級中國火車之旅從昆明開始

Max and Jacqueline embark on a thrilling 30-day high-speed train adventure across China! Their journey begins in Kunming, Yunnan Province, where they explore Green Lake Park's tranquility, Yuantong Temple's vibrancy, and savor unique Dai cuisine. A breathtaking hike to the Dragon Gate at Xishan provides stunning panoramic views. Next stop: the enchanting Dali ancient town!

China Train Adventure: Kunming's Culture & Dali's Charm

Welcome to the start of our most ambitious adventure yet — we're spending the next 30 days traveling across China using only high-speed trains. In this first episode, we arrive in Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province, and kick things off with a deep dive into local culture, history, and food. We...

Attractions in this video: Green Lake Park, Yuantong Temple, Dragon Gate, Stone Forest, Guandu Ancient Town