Category: Yunnan

  • Best Foods to Try in China: Food Tour with Lost Plate Food Tours

    China has some of the most flavorful and diverse foods in the world! There are 8 well known traditional Chinese cuisines, but in fact there are actually way more types, which makes sense given China’s long history and diverse population. It can be hard to know where to begin diving in to the Chinese food…

  • Shangri-La: The Mystical Paradise in China

    Shangri-La, the famous mystical paradise mentioned in James Hilton’s Lost Horizon, is actually a real place you can find in the Yunnan Province of China!   The Myth of Shangri-La The paradise city called Shangri-La is similar to other mystical places like El Dorado and Atlantis. The people of Shangri-La are said to have lived…

  • A Guide to Visiting Lijiang in the Yunnan Province

    With winding streets filled with colorful umbrellas and glowing lanterns, Lijiang feels like a dream! Located in the northern Yunnan Province, Lijiang is a fantastic destination to visit if you want to experience local Yunnan culture and cuisine. It’s also a great in-between stop if you plan to travel to other places in Yunnan like…