A little about Kunming, China

Kunming is the capital of southwest China's Yunnan province, a primarily agricultural province of 45 million. The Yunnan province is roughly the size of California, Yunnan borders Vietnam, Laos and Myanmar (Burma), Guangxi and Tibet autonomous regions and Guizhou and Sichuan provinces. Kunming has a population of five million and is located in one of the world's most geographically, ethnically, biologically and linguistically diverse regions.

Kunming is known as the "City of Eternal Spring". The average highs are in the 60s and lows around 50. After spending a few days in Beijing which will be in the 30's (probably colder with the wind) most days, the week we will spend in Kunming will feel great!

Kunming has become a major tourist city in China. One of the biggest draws for tourists coming to Kunming (other than the great weather and clean air) is the city's ethnic diversity. Yunnan is home to over two dozen of China's official 55 ethnic minorities.

There are many attractions to see in Kunming and while I'm not sure yet what our itinerary will be, one place we would love to see is on the outskirts of the city, The Stone Forest. The Stone Forest, with its limestone columns reaching as high as 40 meters (131 feet) is one of the more unique geographical phenomena in China.

Another place that I'm pretty sure we will get to see is Green Lake Park, which is in the city's center. It looks like a great place to take Anna for an afternoon stroll! Can't wait!!!!