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Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area Admission Ticket

Visit Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area, a 5A World Natural Heritage site and UNESCO Global Geopark in Yunnan, known for its vast limestone formations and Ashima culture.

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Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area Admission Ticket
ABOUT THIS TICKET

Overview

Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area, also known as the Lunan Stone Forest, is located in Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Yunnan Province, approximately 78 kilometers from downtown Kunming. It is part of the "South China Karst" World Natural Heritage site and a UNESCO Global Geopark. The landscape reflects 270 million years of geological evolution, with large-scale and intricately shaped limestone formations. The area is celebrated as the legendary home of Ashima, a central figure in the epic tales of the Sani people, a branch of the Yi ethnic group. A suggested visit duration is about 4.0 hours. Entry details are manually confirmed by your HelloChinaTrip advisor.

Attraction information

Attraction address

Shilin Middle Road, Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province, China.

About the attraction

The Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area (also known as the Lunan Stone Forest) is located in the Shilin Yi Autonomous County, under the jurisdiction of Kunming City, Yunnan Province—approximately 78 kilometers from downtown Kunming. As a World Natural Heritage site (part of the "South China Karst") and a UNESCO Global Geopark, the area is the product of 270 million years of geological evolution. Renowned for its vast scale and the diverse, intricate shapes of its limestone formations, it is hailed as the "World’s Foremost Wonder." Furthermore, it is celebrated as the legendary home of "Ashima," a figure central to the epic tales of the Sani people—a branch of the Yi ethnic group.

Destination
Kunming
Confirmation
Advisor-managed
Advance notice
At least 24 hours
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL

Highlights

1

World Natural Heritage landscape

Part of the "South China Karst" UNESCO World Natural Heritage site and a UNESCO Global Geopark.

2

Vast limestone formations

Known for the scale and diverse, intricate shapes produced by 270 million years of geological evolution.

3

Ashima cultural heritage

Celebrated as the legendary home of Ashima, central to the epic tales of the Sani people, a branch of the Yi ethnic group.

4

5A-rated scenic area

Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area is rated 5A.

Opening hours

Opening hours are subject to official notices.

How to use your ticket

  • Carry the passport used for the booking.
  • Enter during the confirmed visit period.
  • Follow the ticket instructions sent by your HelloChinaTrip advisor.

What's included

  • Admission to Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area, subject to manual advisor confirmation.
  • Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area admission ticket
  • HelloChinaTrip manual booking and ticket delivery service

What's not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Third-party payment fees, if applicable
  • Anything not explicitly confirmed by your HelloChinaTrip advisor
  • Transport to and from the attraction
  • Meals, drinks, shopping, and personal expenses
  • Optional guide or audio-guide services
  • Third-party payment processing fees
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Good to know

  • Suggested visit duration: about 4.0 hours.
  • Address: Shilin Middle Road, Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province, China.
  • Located approximately 78 kilometers from downtown Kunming.
  • Passport required for entry; final entry details are confirmed manually by your advisor.
  • Third-party payment fees may apply.
  • Ticket availability is confirmed manually after payment.
  • A USD 10 service fee applies to each issued ticket.
  • Please provide passport details exactly as shown on the passport.

Cancellation policy

Full refund before the advisor starts procurement. Once procurement has started or tickets have been issued, customer-initiated cancellations are non-refundable. If the supplier cannot fulfill the booking, the ticket amount and service fee are refunded in full; third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Kunming Stone Forest Scenic Area known for?

It is known for its vast scale and diverse, intricate limestone formations, its status as part of the "South China Karst" World Natural Heritage site and UNESCO Global Geopark, and its connection to the legendary Ashima of the Sani people.

How long should I plan for a visit?

The suggested visit duration is about 4.0 hours.

Where is Kunming Stone Forest located?

It is in Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province, approximately 78 kilometers from downtown Kunming.

Is Kunming Stone Forest a UNESCO site?

Yes. It is part of the "South China Karst" World Natural Heritage site and is a UNESCO Global Geopark.

What should I present for entry?

Present your passport and the entry confirmation provided by your HelloChinaTrip advisor. Your advisor will manually confirm the final entry details.

What is the cancellation policy?

You may cancel for a full refund before procurement starts. Once procurement has started or the ticket has been issued, the order is non-refundable unless HelloChinaTrip cannot fulfill it. Third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

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