China
- Yunnan
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Detailbeschreibung
| Seit alter Zeit wurde Yunnan (chin.:
Yun = Wolke(n); nan = Süden; südlich) von den Chinesen als Ort
"hinter den Wolken" bezeichnet.
Der mächtige Kaiser Han Wudi selbst war
bereits vor 2000 Jahren inspiriert durch rosa Wolken die über
diesem wundersamen Land erschienen und seufzte, dass dieses
Wunderland zu weit weg und zu hoch gelegen zum unterjochen sei.
Dennoch entsandte er einen Botschafter, um seine Mysterien zu
erkunden.
Heute ist Yunnan als eines der chinesischen
Randgebiete zur Entdeckung geöffnet. Es bietet in den Augen der
Besucher ein völlig anderes Bild als traditionelle
touristische Gebiete wie Beijing, Shanghai,
Xi'an, und Guilin.
Die vielen Volksgruppen, wilden Berge und
Schluchten, versteckten Klöster und subtropischen Wälder machen
diese Provinz zu einem der attraktivsten Reiseziele Chinas.
Situated on the southwestern most part of
China, Yunnan shares its border with Myanmar to the west and Laos,
Vietnam to the south. The terrain of the province, with a total area
of 400,000 square kilometers, is rugged and mountainous with the
highest peak at 6,740 meters and average of 2000 meters. The three
great rivers of Asia, Salween (Nu River), Mekong (Lancang River),
and Yangtze (Jinsha River), plunge off the Tibetan plateau to run in
great gorges through the province, giving its forest jungles an
extraordinarily rich plant and birds life.
There are big settlements of many of Chinese minority nationalities.
It is home to 25 different tribes, making it the country's highest
concentration of ethnic groups, like Yi, Bai, Naxi and Hani, each of
which with distinctive life style and splendid culture. With a
population of over 4 million, the provincial capital Kunming is
known as the City of Eternal Spring. The annual average temperature
stands at 15 degree Celsius. However, its association with spring
can be misleading due to the chilly air in winter sometimes. Kunming
now functions as China's gateway to the Grand Mekong Region of Asia.
Kunming proudly hosted '99 World
Horticultural Exposition from May 1st until October 31st with
participation of more than 90 countries/regions and international
organizations. The Stone Forest, 85 kilometers east to the city
proper of Kunming, is considered the top highlight of the province.
It is an endless stretch of limestone pillars, peaks and screens.
400 kilometers west to Kunming lies a
historically and culturally known city of Dali, home to Bai minority,
one of Yunnan's most numerous and prosperous ethnic groups. Here
presents a scene of an old chess-board like town of weathered gray
granite standing at 1900 meters on a long narrow rice plain between
the Cangshan Mountains and the Erhai Lake, a natural configuration
that seems specially designed for a good and relaxing life. In late
winter, when fields of brilliant yellow rape seed shimmer and sway
between snow-capped mountains and sapphire lake, one will agree with
Bai that theirs is the most blessed spot on earth. Erhai Lake,
referring to its ear-shape, lies in a geological fault between
paralleled mountain stretches. With an area of 160 square miles, it
ranks the second largest lake in the province and contributes to the
Mekong River system.
The Cangshan ranges stand like a wall behind
Dali plain. With a long, looping skyline shaped by 19 peaks,
averaging about 13,000 feet above sea level. It has rich deposits of
high quality marble adding to Dali's prosperity.
Northwest of Dali, approximately 180
kilometers away, finds a charming town of Lijiang. It is the center
of Naxi people, one of the main minority groups with a richly
textured culture. They are descendants of Diqiang people, an ancient
nomadic tribe in China, known for their industriousness and splendid
culture such as Dongba scriptures, a unique style of pictographic
writing. The ancient Naxi music is believed to be the only surviving
imperial music from Tang and Song Dynasties. Today, people still
cherish and play this ancient instrumental music. These musicians
made up the only of such orchestras left in China. Visitors have
chances to appreciate their performance at Dayan Ancient Naxi Music
Association.
Dayan old town is a must to visit in Lijiang.
It was designated as World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in late 1997.
Taking a walk through the old town is like a step back in time.
Narrow cobbled streets crisscross through clusters of century-old
Chinese houses. Wearing their traditional costumes, people go about
their age-old habits. Life here is simple and leisured.
Going up the top and middle party of Jade Dragon Snow Mountains is
now made possible by cable car or chairlift, which bring visitor to
the picturesque view of pastures, forests, glaciers and snow-clad
summits. The largest ski resort in Asia is opening on the summit.
From Lijiang, a winding road brings travelers
to one of the world's deepest gorge, Tiger Leaping Gorge. It plunges
3900 meters from the peak to the water surface.
Driving up further north leads to Zhongdian (Gyalthang
in Tibetan, or Shangri-La as of late December 2001), capital of
Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. It is bestowed with
spectacular views of rolling highland plains and pristine lakes
bordered by snow-capped mountains. Ganden Songzanglin Monastery is
nicknamed Minor Potala Palace by locals and resides around 500 lamas,
including one living Buddha.
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Erreichbarkeit
| Departures
to Bangkok and Chiang Mai by 3Q and TG, to Singapore by Silkair and
3Q, to Seoul by Korean Air and 3Q, to Hanoi by Vietnam Airlines, to
Hong Kong by China Southern and Dragonair, to Macao by Yunnan
Airlines, to Tokyo and Osaka by Japan Air System are on weekly basis.
Please contact us or your local airlines for more information. |
| Daily
departures from Kunming to all major and medium-sized cities of
China and vise versa operated by 3Q and other regional airlines of
China. |
| Daily
departures from Kunming to Dali, Lijiang, Jinghong, Zhongdian,
Baoshan, Lincang, Mangshi, Simao, Zhaotong and vise versa solely by
3Q, or Yunnan Airlines. |
| Valid
from April 1st, 2002, a new route connecting Kunming and
Mandalay will be operated on Mondays and Friday by Yunnan Airlines.
The aircraft type will be Canadian-make CRJ-200, a 50-seater jet
plane. |
Daten und Zahlen
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Situated
in the south of Yun Ling Mountains, Yunnan covers an area of 394,000
square kilometers and accommodates a total population of over 40
million people. It shares a long borderline of 4,061 kilometers with
respectively Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar (formerly as Burma).
Yunnan
sits on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. The average elevation is 2,000
meters above sea level and the annual rainfall averages 1,100
millimeters. Its climate is generally of the subtropical zones. The
climate in the central part of Yunnan is mild like that of Kunming,
the provincial capital. The south and the southeast bear the
characteristics of the tropical rain forest climate while the
northwest falls under the frigid zone.
Yunnan
finds its dry season in October, November, December, January,
February, March and April.
The
rainy season is in May, June, July, August, and September, but there
are sunshine between showers. As the high altitude cases some
fluctuations of temperature, simple clothing consisting of layers
that can be added or removed in response to varying temperatures is
recommended.
Yunnan
is an ethically diversified province with 25 out of 55 minority
groups in China. Each has their own social structure, culture,
language and customs. Among all minority festivities, the most
remarkable are the Torch Festival of Yi all over Yunnan, the Water
Splashing Festival of Dai in Xishuangbanna, the Third Month Fair of
Bai in Dali, the Horse Racing Festival of the Tibetans in Zhongdian
(or Gyalthang in Tibetan and Shangri-La as of December 2001).
Monthly
Average Temperatures in Yunnan (degrees Centigrade)
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City
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JAN
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FEB
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MAR
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APR
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MAY
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JUN
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JUL
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AUG
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SEP
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OCT
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NOV
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DEC
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Kunming
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7.8
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9.8
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13.2
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16.7
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19.3
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19.5
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19.9
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19.2
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17.6
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15.0
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11.5
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8.3
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Jinghong
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15.7
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17.7
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20.9
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24.1
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25.6
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25.6
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25.3
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24.9
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24.4
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22.5
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19.3
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16.2
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Dali
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8.6
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10.5
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14.2
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17.8
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20.3
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20.8
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20.8
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20.1
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18.4
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16.0
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11.7
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8.3
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Lijiang
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5.9
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7.5
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10.4
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13.4
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16.6
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17.8
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18.1
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17.3
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16.0
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13.3
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9.0
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6.3
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Jianshui
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7.5
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9.5
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12.5
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16.2
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18
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19
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20
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20.5
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16
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14.5
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10.5
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8.0
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Yuanyang
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15.2
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16.7
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19.5
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23
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24.5
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24.5
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25.5
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25
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22.5
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21.5
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19.5
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16
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Zhongdian
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-3.8
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-1.5
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1.8
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5.2
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9.5
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12.6
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13.3
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12.6
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11.1
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6.6
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0.8
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-2.8
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Monthly
Average Precipitation in Yunnan (millimeters)
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City
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JAN
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FEB
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MAR
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APR
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MAY
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JUN
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JUL
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AUG
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SEP
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OCT
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NOV
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DEC
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Kunming
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13
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11
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16
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27
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95
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178
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221
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212
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117
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91
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41
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14
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Jinghong
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18
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11
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20
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51
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133
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186
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216
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246
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137
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99
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51
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26
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Dali
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14
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22
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33
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21
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67
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209
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184
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239
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164
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100
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33
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15
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Lijiang
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1
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6
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11
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21
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59
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180
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238
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220
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143
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70
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13
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4
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Jianshui
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12
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10
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15.5
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26
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92
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175
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222
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215
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115
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89
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40
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14
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Yuanyang
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17
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10
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20
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49
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130
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185
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212
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240
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135
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97
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49
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25
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Zhongdian
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14
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21
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27
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27
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91
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157
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160
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72
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38
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8
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5
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8
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PASSPORTS
& VISAS
A
China visa is required for visit of China. CITS Kunming may assist
if China Embassy in your home country requests invitation letter
from travel agent in China. Always check China Embassy or Consulate
Generals in your home country before your China trip.
China
visa upon arrival for groups and individuals alike can be arranged
in Kunming at some surcharge. For this China visa upon arrival, we
need, prior to your arrival, your passport details (full name,
gender, nationality, passport number, and validity…).
For cross-country tours in Yunnan to Vietnam, Myanmar, or Laos,
separate and valid visas of these nations are also required.
CUSTOMS
REGULATIONS
Art objects and antiques obtained in
China are often closely scrutinized. Antiques should carry a seal
showing they are purchased in an official shop. Contemporary art
objects should be accompanied by a receipt. Souvenirs bought on the
street are usually allowed to pass.
HEALTH
REQUIREMENTS
No
vaccinations are officially required for a visit to Yunnan.
MONEY
- currency - money exchange - credit card
The
legal Chinese tender is Renminbi (RMB for short) yuan. 1 RMB is
denominated into 10 Jiao, or 100 Fen (cent). The exchange rate is
more or less 1 US$ = 8.10 RMB yuan. You may have your currency
exchanged into RMB at a fixed rate at airport, hotel or any banks.
You may have a better exchange rate by using traveler cheques at
Bank of China. Major credit cards (MasterCard, VISA, American
Express, JCB and Diners Club) are accepted at major hotels but
pre-cautions must be taken that this may not always be the case.
ELECTRICITY
The
electricity current in China is 220 volts AC. Adapters are provided
by most hotels.
SAFETY
& SECURITY
Safety
is not an issue of concern in Yunnan. However, staying away from big
crowds and always be vigilant may secure your trip a safer one.
PUBLIC
HOLIDAYS
l
New
Year’s Day holiday
: January
01-03 in years 2002, 2003, and 2004.
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Spring
Festival (Chinese Lunar New Year) holiday
: February
12-18 in 2002, February 01-07 in 2003, January 22-28 in 2004.
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Labor
Day holiday
: May
01-07 in years 2002, 2003, and 2004.
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National
Day holiday: October 01-07 in years 2002,
2003 and 2004.
All
companies and governmental offices are closed for one week during
the Spring Festival, the Labor Day, and National Day. These periods
witness a massive flow of domestic tourists concentrated in the most
famous sites around China. Yunnan, being a major domestic tourist
destination, often faces issues of increased hotel and
transportation expenses as well as shortage of rooms and flights
within the province. Therefore,
we suggest you avoid, as much as you can, visiting Yunnan during the
dates mentioned above to make your holiday more at leisure pace.
AIRPORT
TAX
Airport
tax or departure tax is required for any international or domestic
traveler who departs from any airport in China.
International airport tax:
RMB 90.00 yuan (or 11 USD) per person per flight
Domestic airport tax:
RMB 50.00 yuan (or 6 USD) per person per flight
NOTE: Departure from any mainland cities to Hong Kong or Macao, both
returned to China successively in 1997 and in 1999, is considered as
international hence international airport tax is applied.
TIME
ZONE (or Local Time)
China
time is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
Note:
neighboring countries of Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar and
Laos are 7 hours ahead of GMT.
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