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Dechang Yuankun Hot Spring
Yuankun Hot Spring Hotel covers an area of 32,000 square meters and integrates hot spring health care, water entertainment and accommodation. As a super large natural oxygen bar tourist destination, Yuankun Hot Spring can meet the diverse leisure needs of different groups of people. It covers an area of about 20,000 square meters and originates from 2,400 meters below the glacier in the fourth century. The water temperature reaches 55 degrees and is rich in various minerals. Yuankun Hot Spring is based on the theme of health and has created 35 natural hot spring pools, large and small, on trees, and inside houses.Dechang · 2.2km from downtown
Spiral Ridge 99-Li Hot Spring Waterfall Scenic Area
Spiral Ridge 99-Li Hot Spring Waterfall Scenic Area is located south of Xichang, where the gorgeous scenery changes with every li you travel. The area is famous for its rare natural hot spring waterfalls. You can sit in the mountain grotto, where you can soak in the hot spring while watching the clear mountain spring water fall down from the mountain, all while being surrounded by green trees. There are also many monkeys here, who entertain as they play around freely among the visitors.Puge · 29.7km from Dechang
Luo Ji Mountain
Luoji Mountain is located 37 kilometers southeast of Xichang. The main peak rises 4,359 meters above sea level. Here, you will see many remnants of ancient glaciers like cirques (glacially eroded valleys), tarns, pyramidal peaks, and glacial grooves, as well as variously colored high mountain lakes. Beautiful scenery awaits you at "Water and Grass Lake," "Swan Lake," "Wild Duck Lake," and "Hand-Holding Lake." In springtime every year, the whole area explodes with the bright colors of beautiful wild rhododendrons in bloom.Puge · 28.4km from Dechang
Lisu Water Village
Sichuan Dechang Lisu Water Village is located in Shaba Village, Dechang County, Sichuan Province. It was established in December 2008. It is located in Shaba Village, Leyue Town, Dechang County, Sichuan Province, close to National Highway 108. Lisu Water Village Mountain Spring Surfing is built based on the experience of the Lisu people in the process of migration. When Surfing, you can experience the hardships of the Lisu ancestors migrating for survival and feel the preciousness of life. The artificial sea uses vacuum technology to drive the power unit to make waves in a large Surfing entertainment swimming pool. The pool is 1.8 meters deep and the waves can reach 3 meters high. Under the strong rhythm of DJ music, the waves roared in, majestic and spectacular. The huge wave pool is surging and blue, making you feel like you are in the sea and experience the passion of the sea. Here, you can swim and play in the pure "sea water", enjoy the beautiful afternoon on the white beach, and feel the romantic seaside style under the charming coconut trees. Sunshine, beach and Lisu are the symbols of this place, and happiness and joy are the synonyms of this place.Dechang · 17.1km from downtown
Sacred Heart Church
Dechang · 940m from downtown
Yulong Snow Mountain
Yulong Snow Mountain is not far from the ancient city of Lijiang. It is a sacred mountain range of the Naxi people and has 13 interconnected peaks with a breathtaking view. You can take a cablecar up the mountain while observing the vegetation changing from bottom to. The foot of the mountain is a ranch. During the spring season, there will be a large number of flowers blossoming. The Yunshan Ping on the mountain side is regarded by the Naxi people as a romantic place. The of the mountain is covered in snow all year round, and you can absorb the glorious sight of the glaciers when you are up there.China · Yulong
Dianchi Lake
Dianchi Lake is also called Kunming Lake. It is the sixth largest freshwater lake in China. It has the nickname of "Sparkling Pearl Embedded in a Highland". The lake is wide and spectacular. Every winter, a large flock of red-billed gulls migrate here from Siberia, making it a good place for bird watching and bird feeding. There are different ways to explore Dianchi lake. You can stroll around the lake, cycle, or ride a boat. You can also climb up to the Dragon Gate overlooking Dianchi Lake to get a better view of the entire lake.China · Kunming
Mount Emei
Mount Emei is one of the four famous mountains of Chinese Buddhism, and it is also the temple of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva. There are numerous Buddhist monasteries in the mountains that combine to give this place a holy and serene atmosphere. The scenery in the mountains are beautiful. The four seasons each have their own characteristics. If you are lucky, you can see the sunrise and sea of clouds. Do note that the monkeys in Mount Emei are notoriously naughty. They are not afraid of people, and even take the initiative to ask tourists for food.China · Emeishan City
Lushan Scenic Area
Feel the dense shade of Lushan Mountain. There are more than 10 ancient temples of Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism, including Guangfu Temple, Sanjiao Temple, Mengduan Temple, Zushi Hall, Guanyin Pavilion, Queen Mother Hall, Qingyang Palace, Yuhuang Hall and Wuzu Temple, which were built in the Han, Tang, Ming and Qing dynasties. Although the religious rules and philosophical thoughts are different, they can live in harmony in the same mountain for thousands of years, each teaching its own religion, which is rare in China. Lushan, also known as Frog Mountain, is located 5 kilometers south of Xichang City. It is adjacent to Qionghai Lake and rises from the ground. With the momentum of "half of the wall supports the sky, Ningcheng is a painting screen", it forms one of the major Attraction in southwest Sichuan with Qionghai Lake and is known as the "Southern Sichuan Scenic Spot". Located on the south bank of Qionghai Lake 5 kilometers south of Xichang City, it is one of the provincial scenic spots in Sichuan. Lushan Mountain is 2,317 meters above sea level. It is adjacent to the mirror-like Qionghai Lake in the east, the winding and beautiful Anning River in the west, the historical ancient city of Xichang in the north, and the towering Luoji Mountain in the south. There are towering ancient trees on the mountain, especially lush pine trees. The ancients used "pine wind, water and moon" to describe the scenery of Lushan and Qionghai Lake, that is, the pine trees of Lushan Mountain, the wind of Anning River, the water of Qionghai Lake, and the moon of Xichang.Xichang · 49.3km from Dechang
Leshan Giant Buddha
The Leshan Giant Buddha, also known as the Lingyun Giant Buddha, is situated on the cliff of Qiluan Peak on Lingyun Mountain at the confluence of the Min River, Qingyi River, and Dadu River in Leshan, Sichuan. It is a colossal seated stone statue of Maitreya carved during the Tang Dynasty, standing approx. 70 m tall, with a single instep spacious enough to accommodate over a hundred people. Legend has it that the turbulent waters at the confluence once frequently capsized passing boats. To calm the currents, the monk Haitong of Lingyun Temple initiated the carving of the Buddha. Over several generations, craftsmen continued the construction, which took approx. ninety years to complete. On the cliff to the right of the Buddha, an inscription from the Tang Dynasty titled "Jiazhou Lingyun Temple Great Maitreya Stone Statue" remains to this day, revealing its original name—the Great Maitreya Stone Statue of Jiazhou Lingyun Temple. The common route to visit the giant Buddha is to first arrive at Lingyun Temple beside the Buddha's head, then descend along the winding Jiuzhaigou plank road built against the cliff. View the Buddha's spiral hair buns and robe folds up close, and reach the platform at the Buddha's feet to look up at the full figure. Only then can one truly appreciate the grandeur of "a mountain being a Buddha, and a Buddha being a mountain." Lingyun Temple has continuous incense offerings, and many travelers also join their palms here to pray for blessings. For a different perspective, take a boat cruise or view from the riverside of Leshan ancient city: the continuous mountain outlines of Wuyou Mountain, Lingyun Mountain, and Guicheng Mountain resemble a giant reclining Buddha facing upward, with the grand Buddha seated precisely at its chest—creating the marvel of "Buddha within Buddha." The river view also captures the grand Buddha's full profile alongside the scenery of three rivers, making it especially effortless for travelers with limited stamina or those seeking panoramic shots.China · Leshan
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Dechang Yuankun Hot Spring
Dechang · 2.2km from downtownImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeSpiral Ridge 99-Li Hot Spring Waterfall Scenic Area
Puge · 29.7km from DechangImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeLuo Ji Mountain
Puge · 28.4km from DechangImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeLisu Water Village
Dechang · 17.1km from downtownSacred Heart Church
Dechang · 940m from downtownYulong Snow Mountain
China · YulongDianchi Lake
China · KunmingMount Emei
China · Emeishan CityImmediate access, Book now for today, Cancel anytimeLushan Scenic Area
Xichang · 49.3km from DechangLeshan Giant Buddha
China · LeshanImmediate access, Book now for today
What travellers say about Dechang
老老倪1 March 2023
5.0
Yuankun Hot Spring is located at No. 1, Section 1, Xiangcheng Avenue, Dechang County, Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province, covering an area of about 20,000 square meters. It originates from a hot spring 2,400 meters below the glacier in the fourth century. The water is 55 degrees and rich in various minerals. With health as the theme, 35 small, large, tree-top, outdoor and indoor natural hot spring pools are built for hot spring bathers to choose from.
Dechang Yuankun Hot Spring
300***6214 July 2026
5.0
I love the scenery here, it's so beautiful! The cliffs are hundreds of feet high, the waterfalls roar like thunder, and I feel awe for the mountains and rivers; a pool of clear water is hidden between the cliffs, and swimming in it, I can feel both the magnificent waves and the tranquil blue water.
Spiral Ridge 99-Li Hot Spring Waterfall Scenic Area
M22***893 May 2026
5.0
Ten years ago, my family of three visited Luoji Mountain during the National Day holiday. We were very satisfied with the scenic spot at the time. It was very pristine and not as commercialized as other tourist attractions. The scenery was absolutely gorgeous. We visited again this year during the Spring Festival. My child has grown from ten to twenty years old. It was full of memories. This time, we saw incredibly beautiful icefalls, snow, and the frozen Black Dragon Pool... The scenery was completely different from that in autumn. It was truly breathtaking. Highly recommended!
Luo Ji Mountain
滇国剑客25 June 2021
5.0
This is a water fortress that allows the nervous system to be well trained. Although it has been established for a long time, there are many water activities and consumers can choose sports according to their physical fitness.
Lisu Water Village
Fred 郑10 February 2025
5.0
It is worth a visit. There are very few churches in China. The exterior of the building is in Western church style, the interior structure is made of wood, and the internal structure and style are Chinese-style. It has a history of a hundred years!
Sacred Heart Church
想保持淡淡的距离20 October 2026
5.0
We only managed to get the earliest tickets, so we set off while it was still dark, taking a taxi. Upon arrival, we went straight to collect the oxygen cylinders and bottled water included in our package, and rented thick down jackets. Remember, always arrive at your reserved time for the cable car; otherwise, you won't be allowed through the ticket check. If you've finished exploring the main cable car and it's not time to take the Spruce Meadow cable car yet, you can take a bus to other attractions or simply wait. Because it was cloudy and rainy that day, we only reached 4506 meters for photos. At around 3000 meters, we didn't feel much, but at 4000 meters, breathing became quite difficult, and we felt a bit dizzy. Using oxygen occasionally was necessary; in the end, we didn't even finish one bottle, and we gave the other to the hotel. Spruce Meadow and Blue Moon Valley are both beautiful and photogenic!
Yulong Snow Mountain
Anonymous user14 October 2026
5.0
Location: Haigeng Park/No. 16 Hubin Road ↔ Xishan Longmen (West Mountain Dragon Gate), not near the old street, you have to go to the Dianchi Lake area.
Experience: Crossing the lake + climbing the mountain, about 20 minutes one way, views of Dianchi Lake, Sleeping Beauty Mountain, and city scenery, great for taking photos.
Ticket Price: One way about 59-60 RMB, round trip about 98-100 RMB.
Advantages: Easy for lazy people to climb West Mountain, no climbing required, unique views; seagulls in winter.
Disadvantages: Stops during strong winds/thunderstorms; long queues during peak season; separate ticket/walking required for Longmen after climbing the mountain; don't confuse with the "Xishan Longmen Cableway".
Conclusion: First time in Kunming, taking the Dianchi-Xishan route → worth it; if just exploring the old street → not worth a special trip.
Dianchi Lake
Anonymous user19 October 2026
4.0
Trains departing from and arriving at the high-speed rail station don't start until after 8 AM. If you're leaving in the morning, I recommend going to Baoguo Temple or Huangwan. Leidongping is under renovation and extremely crowded with limited ticket sales, so be sure to buy your tickets in advance.
Mount Emei
Anonymous user27 August 2026
4.0
Taking the cable car up the mountain saves energy, while the toboggan ride down adds to the fun. From the top, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Qionghai Lake – the scenery is beautiful. There are many monkeys on the mountain, and feeding them is quite fun, just be careful.
Lushan Scenic Area
Anonymous user19 October 2026
4.0
This itinerary is suitable for families with elderly members or children; it's relatively easy, and there are designated rest areas on the mountain. The Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area definitely deserves five stars; it's worth visiting countless times.
Leshan Giant Buddha
