Around Kunming｜Mysterious Stone Village - The Origin of Ashima

Departing from Dilianya Hotel, discover a 600-year-old stone village Hey guys, if you're staying at Dilianya Hotel in Kunming, you must visit Nuohai Stone Village in Shilin! This trip totally maxed out my love for Kunming 💯 📍Address: Nuohai Village, west of Guishan Town, Shilin County, Kunming. About a 2-hour drive from Dilianya Hotel with stunning scenery along the way, like starring in a road movie 🎞 🏮Historical Significance Built in 1398 during the Ming Dynasty, Nuohai Stone Village has over 600 years of history as an ancient caravan route. It was also a revolutionary base during the Liberation War, with well-preserved headquarters ruins of the "Border Column". Walking here feels like touching history. 💒Kingdom of Stone 98% of the village structures are built with stone - slate houses, stone walls, flagstone paths, even toilets and tobacco-curing rooms are stone-made, creating a real-life "Kingdom of Stone" 🪨 Most two-story slate houses feature unique designs, staying warm in winter and cool in summer while remaining sturdy for centuries. 🌳Natural Scenery Surrounded by green mountains and trees, the village centers around the shimmering Houzi Tang Lake reflecting blue skies. The watchtower and pavilion on nearby Azalea Mountain offer panoramic views of the landscape, villages and fields. 🍱Local Cuisine Don't miss Nuohai's specialties! Wild garlic potato soup warms your stomach with soft potatoes and fragrant garlic; mutton hotpot features tender meat in rich broth with cilantro; and buckwheat cakes dipped in honey are irresistibly sweet and soft. 🎭Ethnic Culture As a Sani Yi ethnic settlement, the village boasts rich traditions. Nine performance teams stage nightly shows of traditional three-string dances, lion dances and drum dances. The mysterious "Mizhi Festival" each November is a must-see. 👀Travel Tips: 1. Recommended stay: 1-2 days to fully experience the village's tranquility. 2. Stay in local stone-house homestays for unique and affordable accommodation. 3. Drive carefully on mountain roads. Check festival dates in advance if attending. Guys, depart from Dilianya Hotel and immerse yourself in 600 years of history at Nuohai Stone Village!