Yunnan Stone Forest

The Yunnan Stone Forest is located in Kunming, which serves as the capital of the Yunnan province. This remarkable forest, also called Shilin, has been called the First Wonder of the World since the time of the Ming Dynasty. This amazing labyrinth boasts may different areas each with their own special features. Created by the natural erosion of elements that has occured since prehistoric times, the Yunnan Stone Forest is one of the world’s most stunning natural creations.

Some must-see features of the Yunnan Stone Forest:

- Major Stone Forest
- Minor Stone Forest
- Naigu Stone Forest
- Subterranean Stone Forest
- Strange Wind Cave
- Long Lake
- Dadie Forest

You can choose to take a guided tour of the Yunnan Stone Forest and see all these points. You’ll be amazed at the natural wonders that you encounter, including the animal and human shaped stones in the Major, Minor and Naigu Stone Forests.

You may be wondering about the Strange Wind Cave. Between the months of August and November, winds travel through the cave that last two to three minutes in duration and are spaced thirty minutes apart. And the amazing Subterranean Stone Forest, as its name suggests, is located underground and spans around 720 acres.

In the Dadie Forest, you will find the Dadie Waterfall, a stunning natural waterfall that is almost 300 feet tall. All of these amazing sights combine to create a stunning tourist destination that is unparalleled the world over.

To see all the beauty of the Yunnan Stone Forest, expect to spend two to three hours there. It costs CNY 140 to gain admission to the forest, which equals around $17. The park is open from 830 am to 1800 hours (6 p.m.) This ensures that you have all the time you need to view all the gorgeous natural splendor that awaits.