Travel with Ctrip: Yunnan China

Author: Ctrip Travel Network
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: "Read ten thousand books and travel ten thousand miles" is the pursuit of ancient scholars in their quest for knowledge and self-cultivation. In the 21st century, "ten thousand books" and "ten thousand miles" are no longer rare or difficult to attain, but reading books that are not useful and traveling paths that are not worthwhile have become a major challenge. China is a vast country with abundant tourism resources, and exploring China is a common passion and pursuit for descendants of the Yellow River. Therefore, "Ctrip's China Tour" was republished under the anticipation of countless travel enthusiasts and netizens, undoubtedly playing a positive role in helping domestic travelers avoid detours and appreciate beautiful scenery. Unique introductions, travel guides, tips, small knowledge, travel budget estimates, and more are all presented in the book, forming a distinctive and practical structure for "Ctrip's China Tour." It is particularly worth mentioning that the book carries recommendations from thousands of "travelers" for highlights across various destinations, many of which may have been previously unknown. Thus, avid travelers can see how to explore, food lovers can discover how to savor local cuisine, photography enthusiasts can find scenic spots and photo references, and backpackers can locate like-minded companions. These valuable travel experiences are thanks to the six years of operation of Ctrip Travel Network's travel community, as well as the accumulation of insights from countless travelers. Naturally, these should be shared with society and readers to promote their growth. "Ctrip's China Tour - Yunnan" focuses on the introduction of scenic spots and tourism information across Yunnan, interspersed with knowledge about customs, festivals, culture, local specialties, climate, and transportation that enhance travel itineraries and readers' interest. The book is divided into six parts and covers 13 scenic areas. Part 1 introduces Yunnan's overall tourism resources and recommends itineraries for the province. The remaining parts divide Yunnan into five regions—Central Yunnan, Northwest Yunnan, Southwest Yunnan, Southeast Yunnan, and Southwest Yunnan—and introduce them one by one. Central Yunnan includes three scenic areas: Kunming, Yuxi, and Qujing (including some attractions in Zhaotong). Northwest Yunnan includes five scenic areas: Chuxiong, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La, and Nujiang. Southwest Yunnan includes two scenic areas: Baoshan and Dehong. Southwest Yunnan is represented by Xishuangbanna (including some attractions in Simao and Lincang). Southeast Yunnan includes two scenic areas: Honghe and Wenshan. The book covers a total of 180 attractions, approximately 200 photos, and over 40 maps.