Pottery Town Orange Garden · Hot Spring Resort

Yuxi Huaning County — the pottery capital of central Yunnan. A 2-day-1-night trip to enjoy Elephant Trunk Hot Spring wellness experience, climb to the top of Modou Mountain to view the windmill flower sea, and explore the pottery ancient village Wanyao Village. Experience the hot spring wellness and rural leisure charm of the pottery town and orange garden.

600 Years

Huaning Pottery History

2663m Altitude

Modou Mountain Summit

80,000 Mu

Orange Garden

Central Yunnan Hot Spring Capital

Hot Spring Reputation

Huaning County Elephant Trunk Hot Spring and Modou Mountain Windmills

Natural hot spring wellness area and alpine windmill matrix forming an ecological picture

Huaning County Two Days One Night Hot Spring Pottery Journey

Hot Spring Wellness + Windmill Flower Sea + Pottery Experience, feel the unique charm of pottery town and orange garden

                    
Duration
2 Days 1 Night

                    
Main Destinations
Elephant Trunk Hot Spring, Modou Mountain, Wanyao Village, Ten Thousand Mu Orange Garden

                    
Suitable For
Hot spring enthusiasts, cultural explorers, photographers, families

                    
Per Capita Budget
¥350-¥650

Hot Spring Wellness Experience

Natural Healing

Highlights

Enjoy hot spring in the morning, climb to Modou Mountain summit in the afternoon

Attractions

Elephant Trunk Hot Spring

A famous hot spring in Yunnan, named after its elephant trunk-shaped mountain, containing over 20 kinds of minerals, with a year-round water temperature of 39°C. Known as the "First Spring in Central Yunnan", it features open-air pools and SPA wellness centers.

Modou Mountain

A windmill viewing paradise in central Yunnan, with the main peak at 2663 meters above sea level. The summit features a spectacular windmill matrix, with ten thousand mu of azalea flower sea in spring and summer, and rolling sea of clouds in autumn and winter, offering a 360-degree panoramic view of Huaning.

Huaning Pottery Museum

A provincial-level thematic museum showcasing 600 years of Huaning pottery development history, including cultural relics excavated from Ming and Qing kiln sites and modern pottery masterpieces. Visitors can experience traditional crafts such as wheel throwing and glazing.

Practical Information

Travel Tips

Bring swimwear for the hot spring area
Cold and sun protection in alpine areas
Museum closed on Mondays

Accommodation Recommendations

Elephant Trunk Hot Spring Resort Hotel
Modou Mountain Starry Sky Camp
County boutique homestay

Pottery and Pastoral Experience

Cultural Leisure

Highlights

Visit Wanyao Village in the morning, taste Huaning cuisine in the afternoon

Attractions

Wanyao Village

China's Folk Culture and Art Village, an ancient pottery-making village with 600 years of history, preserving Ming and Qing Dragon Kiln sites and traditional workshops. Visitors can experience the entire process of hand-made pottery and purchase characteristic ceramic wares.

Ten Thousand Mu Orange Garden

A plateau characteristic agricultural tourism area, with 80,000 mu of orange trees rolling across the landscape. During the September-December picking season, visitors can experience fruit picking, and there is an observation deck showcasing the spectacular "orange sea" scenery.

Xishayin Yue Spring

One of the eight ancient scenic spots in Huaning, a natural karst spring. On moonlit nights, the reflection forms a bright mirror. It contains historical relics such as ancient pavilions and stone inscriptions, known as the "First Spring in Central Yunnan".

Practical Information

Special Experiences

Pottery making experience
Orange picking activity
Hot spring boiled eggs

Return Suggestions

Reserve time for buying local specialties
Huaning pottery souvenirs
Orange fresh fruit gift box

Must-Try Foods in Huaning County

Huaning Orange

A National Geographical Indication product, with thin skin, juicy texture and moderate sweet-sour taste. It includes early-ripening honey tangerine, rock sugar orange and other varieties, has obtained National Green Food certification, with an annual output exceeding 100,000 tons.

Bean Soup Rice Noodles

A Huaning specialty snack, rice noodles served with thick soup made from simmered peas, topped with minced meat and chives. The rich and savory flavor has been selected into the Yuxi City Intangible Cultural Heritage List.

Hot Spring Boiled Eggs

A characteristic dish using the water temperature of Elephant Trunk Hot Spring to boil eggs. The egg white is tender and smooth, the yolk is semi-solidified, rich in minerals, known as "Hot Spring Egg".

Huaning County Travel Tips

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