Hometown of Yunnan Ham · Gateway of Eastern Yunnan

Qujing Xuanwei City — historic town of northeastern Yunnan. A 2-day-1-night itinerary ascending Dongshan Temple to view the cloud sea, hiking the Nizhu River secret canyon, and strolling through the millennium-old Kedu Ancient Town. Feel the natural wonders and cultural heritage of the Wumeng Mountain region.

300 Years

Xuanwei Ham History

2,868m Elevation

Dongshan Summit

Qin Five-Foot Road

Millennium Ancient Trail

Yunnan-Guizhou Key

Strategic Crossroads

Xuanwei City Dongshan Temple Cloud Sea and City Panorama

The premier viewing platform of northeastern Yunnan, a millennium-old temple amid surging clouds

Xuanwei City Two Days One Night Cultural Nature Journey

Cloud sea Buddha light + canyon exploration + ancient town discovery, savor the unique charm of northeastern Yunnan

                    
Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Dongshan Temple, Nizhu River Grand Canyon, Kedu Ancient Town, Pu Zaiting Former Residence

                    
Suitable For
Culture Enthusiasts, Nature Lovers, Foodies, Photographers

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥500-¥850

Cloud Sea Wonder Exploration

Summit Views

Itinerary Highlights

Ascend Dongshan Temple in the morning, explore Nizhu River in the afternoon.

Attractions

Dongshan Scenic Area

A provincial-level scenic area, the main peak Huashiban rises to 2,868 meters, known as the "First Peak of Northeastern Yunnan." Features Dongshan Temple ancient architecture complex, cloud sea viewing platform, and azalea flower sea, with breathtaking sunrise and cloud sea spectacles.

Nizhu River Grand Canyon

A world-class geological wonder, with a valley depth exceeding 1,000 meters and vertical cliff walls. The Nizhu River Bridge, the highest bridge in Asia, spans the canyon, with thrilling plank trail hiking experiences.

Laibin Dragon Cave

A karst cave wonder, featuring diverse stalactite formations and meandering underground rivers. A light show presents an "Underground Fairyland," recorded as a famous cave of eastern Yunnan in the "Xu Xiake Travel Diary."

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Depart before dawn for Dongshan sunrise
Bring professional hiking shoes for canyon
Bring a jacket for low cave temperatures

Accommodation Recommendations

Nizhu River cliffside hotel
Dongshan Mountain resort
Xuanwei city star-rated hotels

Historical Culture Tracing

Ancient Town Stroll

Itinerary Highlights

Stroll through Kedu Ancient Town in the morning, savor Xuanwei ham in the afternoon.

Attractions

Kedu Ancient Town

A millennium-old historic town, an important post station on the Southern Silk Road. It preserves Ming-Qing ancient post roads, fortified gate towers, and ancient opera stages, known as the "Qin Five-Foot Road, Yunnan-Guizhou Key."

Pu Zaiting Former Residence

A National Key Cultural Relics Protection Unit, the residence of Pu Zaiting, founder of Xuanwei Ham. A three-courtyard siheyuan displaying the development history of ham-making craftsmanship and merchant guild culture.

Wansongju Scenic Area

An urban forest park, a 5,000-mu natural oxygen bar featuring Songtao Pavilion, viewing platforms, and other facilities, showcasing the plant diversity of northeastern Yunnan.

Practical Information

Special Experiences

Ancient post road horse riding experience
Ham-making workshop tour
Yi ethnic embroidery DIY

Return Trip Suggestions

Allow time for souvenir shopping
Xuanwei ham as gift
Kedu ancient-style malt sugar

Xuanwei City Must-Try Foods

Xuanwei Ham

A National Geographical Indication product, one of China's three great hams, made from Wujin pig hind legs fermented for over six months. Vibrant in color and rich in aroma, it won the Gold Prize at the Panama World's Fair.

Tangtang Yellow Tofu

A Yunnan intangible heritage food, made from soybeans and dyed with turmeric, yellow outside and white inside. Suitable for pan-frying, stir-frying, or stewing, with a dense texture and rich bean aroma, earning it the title of "King of Yunnan Tofu."

Xuanwei Stir-Fried Pork

A representative dish of Yunnan cuisine, made with Xuanwei ham and fresh pork stir-fried together with local wrinkled-skin chili. Savory, fragrant, and spicy, it is listed in the "Famous Chinese Local Dishes" directory.

Xuanwei City Travel Tips

Best Seasons