- Kunming, Yunnan, China -

1. General Situation

Kunming, capital of Yunnan Province, is known as 'the City of Eternal Spring' for its pleasant climate and flowers that bloom all year long. With a history of more than 2,400 years, it was the gateway to the celebrated Silk Road that facilitated trade with Tibet, Sichuan, Myanmar, India and beyond. Today it is the provincial political, economical and cultural center of Yunnan as well as the most popular tourist destination in southwest China.

The city center is an attraction with its two squares (Jinma Biji Square, Dongfeng Square) and five intersecting roads (Dongfeng Road, Jinbi Road, Zhengyi Road, Renmin Road and Qingnian Road). Of these, Jinma Biji Square (also known as Jinbi Square) has the most eye-catching archways and stylish architectures. Qingnian Road, Zhengyi Road and Renmin Road are the main commercial areas. The most popular pedestrian streets are Nanping Street, Jingxing Flowers & Birds Market, and Jinma Biji Fang. The city is also the focal point of Yunnan minority culture. Some 26 ethnic minorities such as Yi, Bai, Miao, Dai, and Hani inhabit this region.

2. History

As one of China’s famous ancient and cultural cities, it boasts a history which can be traced back to 30,000 years ago. The Dianchi Lake area was one of the cradles of mankind. The city got its name from the Yuan Dynasty (1271 - 1368) and since then, it has become Yunnan’s center of politics, economy and culture.

Hotel Suggestion

Ⅰ. Information

Oasis Hotel (Kunming Nanping Pedestrian Street Branch)

Address: No. 80 Tuodong Road, Panlong District, Kunming

Contact: Wesley Chen

Tel: +86 190 6523 5890

Website: https://hotels.ctrip.com/hotels/425853.html?cityid=34#ctm_ref=www_hp_his_lst

Ⅱ. Direction

* Kunming Changshui International Airport: 26km ; 30mins

* Kunming railway station: 3km ; 13mins

* Downtown Kunming: 1km ; 3mins

Ⅲ. Tips

For non-Chinese Attendees, "Bring me to the hotel" card is available. You can show it to the taxi drivers and they will take you to the hotel.