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Unexpected Discoveries at the Low-Key and Lesser-Known Yilong Lake in Shiping
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During my holiday trip, I found this small loop route in southeastern Yunnan.
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The Watch by the Platform | Shiping
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Shípíng (石屏) is an ancient town in the Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture in southeastern Yunnan, about 240 km (150 miles) from Kunming, the provincial capital. The stone-paved streets are really pretty, and the local tofu with all kinds of mushrooms is delicious (though some of the wild mushrooms can be poisonous, so you have to be careful!). I stayed in a guesthouse that was built in a 300-year-old traditional house—it was such a cozy place to relax. The courtyard there was especially nice, perfect for sitting down with a cup of tea.
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Yilong Lake (异龙湖) in 石屏 is a beautiful spot where you could easily spend the whole day strolling around. It’s a large freshwater lake in Shiping County, Honghe Prefecture, Yunnan, with a surface area of about 32 square kilometers (12 sq mi). The scenery is stunning, especially when the colorful lotus flowers are in bloom.
The lake reflects the blue sky like a giant mirror, creating a calm and peaceful vibe. It’s also a great place to hit your 10,000 steps on your tracker, and the sunsets are really pretty.
It’s definitely worth visiting twice—once in the morning and again in the evening (but best to skip noon time).
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Compared to Dali, I love this lesser-known place even more
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Shiping – The Charm of Tofu and Culture in a Southern Yunnan Town
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Wow! This Hidden Gem in Yunnan Holds the Secret Code to Local Charm