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Yunnan Overview

Lijiang rooftops with Jade Dragon Snow Mountain beyond

Yunnan is a province in southwestern China, with Kunming as its capital. The name covers a remarkably varied area: the old towns and lakes around Dali and Lijiang, the mountain landscapes of the northwest, and the warmer southern regions around Xishuangbanna.

Start here if you are asking where Yunnan is, how its regions fit together, or why weather and elevation can change so much along one journey. The guides below separate province facts, maps, geography, climate, history and languages so you can find the background you need before choosing a route.

For food, tea and living traditions, continue to Yunnan Culture. For places to visit, transport and itinerary decisions, open Yunnan Tourism. All eight guides are available below, with practical context for choosing your route.

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