Kunming, celebrated as the Spring City, is not only the political, economic, cultural, scientific, and transportation hub of Yunnan Province, but also a major centre of the western region and a renowned tourist destination. It serves as China's regional gateway to South and Southeast Asia. With the heritage of a "Historic and Cultural City" and the vitality of an "International City of Health and Wellness," Kunming walks toward the future with steady steps—committed to becoming a city of international calibre rooted in Southwest China and radiating across the nation, always keeping with the pulse of the time.
Green Lake Park
Cuihu Lake, celebrated as the ‘Eyes of Kunming’ and its verdant ‘Green Lung,’ offers seasonal beauty—willows in spring, lotus in summer, ginkgo gold in autumn, and winter gatherings of redbeaked gulls. It is not only a scenic landmark but also a mirror of Kunming's relaxed way of life, expressing the enduring vitality and charm of the Spring City.
Yunnan Military Academy
The Yunnan Military Academy, is a renowned military institution in modern Chinese history. Established in 1909, the academy trained a large number of outstanding military leaders who played significant roles in China's modern revolutions and the War of Resistance against Japan. It is now a national key cultural relic protection unit and a patriotic education base. The academy's museum displays a wealth of historical artifacts and materials, vividly recounting the history of modern military education in China.
Yunnan University
Yunnan University is one of the oldest and most prestigious comprehensive universities in southwestern China. Founded in 1922, the university is renowned for its beautiful campus, profound academic heritage, and outstanding scientific research achievements.
Jinma & Biji Square
Jinma & Biji Square are cultural landmarks and symbols of the city within Kunming, embodying the auspicious vision of ‘gold and azure in radiant harmony.’
Century Old Street
On Kunming's Century Old Street, history and culture unfold with each step. Walking here is to traverse the river of time, every sight a testament to the city's enduring memory.
Daguan Pavilion
Daguan Pavilion, located in Daguan Park in Xishan District, Kunming, is one of the city's renowned historical and cultural landmarks. It is famed for having the world's longest Duilian Chinese couplet.
Yunnan Grand Theatre
The Yunnan Grand Theatre is a premier cultural and artistic performance centre in Yunnan Province. As a cultural landmark in Yunnan, the theatre hosts a wide range of events throughout the year, including concerts, operas, dance performances, and dramas, offering audiences high-quality artistic experiences.
Yunnan Provincial Museum
The Yunnan Provincial Museum is the largest comprehensive museum in Yunnan Province. With its unique architecture and extensive collections, the museum showcases Yunnan's long history, diverse ethnic cultures, and unique natural resources. Permanent exhibitions cover themes such as ancient Yunnan civilization, ethnic minority cultures, and biodiversity. Through artifacts, images, and multimedia displays, the museum vividly presents Yunnan's cultural heritage and natural landscape, making it an essential destination for understanding Yunnan.
CGK Contemporary Gallery Kunming
CGK Contemporary Gallery Kunming is a prominent cultural institution dedicated to showcasing and promoting contemporary art. The museum regularly hosts solo and group exhibitions by renowned artists from both China and abroad, featuring a wide range of art forms including painting, sculpture, video, and installation.
Zeng Xiaolian Art Museum
The Zeng Xiaolian Art Museum, located within the Kunming World Horticultural Expo Garden, is China's first personal art museum featuring biological illustration as its primary exhibition focus.
Dianchi Lake
Dianchi Lake is the largest plateau freshwater lake in Yunnan Province, with beautiful scenery and the reputation as the ‘Pearl of the Plateau’.
Xishan Forest Park
Xishan Forest Park, located in the western suburbs of Kunming, is a famous natural scenic area and historical cultural site in the city. The park is renowned for its beautiful natural landscapes and rich cultural attractions, including the Longmen Grottoes, Huating Temple, and Taihua Temple. Xishan is also known as the "Sleeping Buddha Mountain" due to its resemblance to a reclining Buddha. Climbing to the top of Xishan offers a panoramic view of Dianchi Lake, allowing visitors to experience the breathtaking scenery described as "the vast expanse of Dianchi Lake stretching before your eyes." Xishan Forest Park is not only an ideal destination for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts but also an important window into Yunnan's history and culture.
MixC
Kunming's newest shopping and entertainment hub, featuring a host of first store brands.
Spring City 66
First Spring City 66 in West China, luxury brands shopping mall in Kunming.
Zhuanxin Farmers' Market
Zhuanxin Farmers' Market, cherished by Kunming locals, is more than a marketplace—it is a three-dimensional museum of Yunnan's flavours. Here, every glance, sound, and taste invites you into the city's homely, captivating daily rhythms.
Kunming, celebrated as the Spring City, is not only the political, economic, cultural, scientific, and transportation hub of Yunnan Province, but also a major centre of the western region and a renowned tourist destination. It serves as China's regional gateway to South and Southeast Asia. With the heritage of a "Historic and Cultural City" and the vitality of an "International City of Health and Wellness," Kunming walks toward the future with steady steps—committed to becoming a city of international calibre rooted in Southwest China and radiating across the nation, always keeping with the pulse of the time.
Ideally situated next to Kunming’s central CBD, Shangri La Kunming enjoys direct access to Metro Line 3 at Tuodong Sports Centre Station. Guests can stroll to Spring City 66, MixC, and Tuodong Sports Centre with ease. The hotel is just 15 minutes by car from Kunming Railway Station and around 30 minutes from Changshui International Airport.