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Yunnan is very cultural diversify when they have 26 out of 55 ethnic minorities in just one province. It was really amazing and I am truly glad that I had the opportunity to travel most of the famous cities in Yunnan. It started from Kunming - Shilin (Yi Tribe) - Dali (Bai Tribe) - Lugu Lake (Mosuo Tribe) - Lijiang (Naxi Tribe) - Shangri-la (Tibetan Tribe) - Xishuangbanna (Dai Tribe). Just six out of 26 indigenous groups that I have visited. I wish could be more. So I will share with you my itinerary and the cost which I paid as of date. Prices may change so please check the accurate fee at the time you read this post. Thank you.  Kunming - Shilin (Yi Tribe) - 2 nights Day 1   4.55pm: Arrival at Kunming Changshui Airport 6.00pm: Take the last direct bus from airport to Shilin @ CNY45 /trip 8.00pm: Arrived at Shilin Station and took a cab to Kunming Shilin Home Inn Hostel at Shilin Walking Street. 10 minutes journey for CNY20 cab fee Day 2 8.00am: Took a c...

Xishuangbanna Primeval Forest Park, also called Xishuangbanna Virgin Forest Park,  is 8 kilometers east of the Jinghong City and north of the Lancang River. Situated in a river valley of 720 to 1,355 meters above sea level, the forest park has an area of 1,700 hectares of which 98％ is covered by trees, and is thus the largest comprehensive ecological place of interest in the prefecture. The park gives prominence to the features of primeval forest, wild animals and ethnic culture and custom. It is highlighted by three major themes: primeval forest, wild animals and ethnic folklore. To get to here: Taking bus from Jinghong to Mengyang or the taking original forest park dedicated shuttle for visitors to get there. The west side of Jinghong is long-distance bus terminal, there is shuttle bus to reach the forest park for tourists.The fare is CNY 3. "Man" means village in Dai's language. Manshuanglong means a place with two Chinese dragons. Mashuanglong White Tower ...