Hidden Gem of Eastern Yunnan: Qujing, an Uncrowded Alternative for May Day Holiday!

If you want to avoid crowds during the May Day holiday and enjoy a relaxed vacation, come to the hidden gem of Eastern Yunnan - "Qujing" for a slow-paced journey! Here you'll find both the vibrant atmosphere of a thousand-year-old city and the healing power of natural landscapes. Best of all, there are fewer tourists, beautiful scenery, and very affordable prices! ✅ 3-Day 2-Night Relaxing Itinerary Day 1: South Gate (the tower offers a panoramic view of the square) - Liaokuo Mountain Forest Park (climb the tower for a panoramic view of Qujing) - Qilin Water Town - Baishi River Park Day 2: Cuan Baozi Stele (open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays) - West Gate Old Street - Qujing Museum 🍽 Dining Recommendations: Gong's Spicy Chicken, South Gate Square Night Market, Shilin Night Market (recommended: grilled tofu, Fuyuan sauerkraut pork trotters hot pot) 🏠 Accommodation Recommendation | Atour Hotel (Qilin Garden South Gate Branch) Located next to Longtan Park with a parking lot, just a 5-minute walk to the South Gate - an unbeatable location! ✨ Cultural Experience: The lobby's "Bamboo Residence" free library houses over 10,000 books as a mobile library; mineral water is also available on each floor. ✨ Design Aesthetics: Rooms feature an earth-toned natural and quiet style, smart room controls, excellent soundproofing, ensuring a good night's rest ✨ Breakfast is the most surprising highlight - the restaurant has spacious seating arrangements making dining comfortable. The food is fresh and generally tastes good, offering great value breakfast for this price range. The steamed rice noodles are recommended ✨ Free late-night snacks available from 9:30 PM to 11:00 PM ✨ Free coffee to go, smart robots, and 24-hour self-service laundry