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Dianchi Lake / 滇池

Category

Nature

Why Visit

  • Kunming's iconic natural landmark. Best place to experience the 'Spring City' waterfront atmosphere and feed migratory gulls up close.

Suggested Duration

2-3 hours

Best Visiting Time

November-March (gull season)

Suitable For

  • All travelers, couples, families, nature lovers

Tips

  • Bring bread or buy gull food (¥10/pack) for feeding. Morning (8-10 AM) has fewer crowds. Combine with Haigeng Dam and Western Hills cable car for a full day.

Admission Type

Free

Reservation Required

No

Price Estimates

Free (Cable car: Round-trip ¥60)

Reservation Max.

No limit

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours (scenic area); 7:00-18:00 (managed zones)

Address (English & Chinese)

Dianchi Road, Xishan District, Kunming / 云南省昆明市西山区滇池路

Amaps Link

https://surl.amap.com/jzWe5Zsg8Nn

Baidu Link

https://j.map.baidu.com/c0/uMJ

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