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Yuxi has many local specialties and is known as the "Hometown of Cloud Tobacco". Yuxi tobacco is the best travel gift. In addition, there are bean candy, Ailao spring three treasures, bighead carp, etc., which are all good shopping choices.
It is said that Yuxi's oil-braised tofu was first made in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The main ingredient of the pickled tofu is stinky tofu made from soybeans. Almost every household in Yuxi makes it, and it can be bought in local supermarkets in Yuxi.
The production of Yuxi winter melon candied fruit began in the late Ming Dynasty and has a history of 400 years. It uses winter melon as the raw material and comes in two types: red candied fruit and white candied fruit. Both types of candied fruit are transparent, bright in color, and taste cool, sweet and crisp. The red candied fruit is known as "amber candied fruit" and the white candied fruit is known as "crystal candied fruit". They can be bought in local supermarkets in Yuxi.
Doumotang (doumotang) is a traditional Tonghai County specialty with a history of over 200 years. Made with high-quality soybeans, it boasts a fragrant, sweet, crisp, and crunchy texture, leaving no residue. Doumotang can be purchased in supermarkets in Yuxi City and specialty shops in Tonghai County.
Yuxi, home to the Hongta Group, is known as the "Hometown of Yunyan Tobacco." "Yuxi" brand cigarettes are Grade A flue-cured tobacco, derived from the highest quality tobacco leaves. These cigarettes are primarily sold domestically and are a representative light-fragrance cigarette. They are available in Yunyan tobacco specialty stores and supermarkets throughout Yuxi.
Chengjiang boasts a mild climate, abundant water resources, and a long history of lotus root cultivation. Chengjiang lotus root starch, made from fresh lotus roots, is a local specialty. Its pure texture is crystal clear after mixing, and its flavor is sweet, fragrant, and smooth.
Huaning Dry Rice Noodles are made from high-quality rice. The finished product is white, clear and transparent, and tastes soft and delicious. It has a long storage life and can be cooked, mixed with cold dishes, or fried.
Sesame chips are a traditional specialty of Yuxi City, first created in 1922. Made from premium white sesame seeds, high-quality sugar, glucose, and refined oil, they are characterized by their glossy color, thin, even slices, and crispy texture.
Megamall Commercial Plaza is the largest shopping mall in Yuxi and the first choice for locals to go shopping. There is also a Walmart supermarket here, which sells many local specialties.
Address: Intersection of Hongta Avenue and Dongfeng Middle Road, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province
Transportation: Take bus No. 2, 7, 8, or 15 to Guangchang Station and walk west.
Xiaomiao Street Commercial Pedestrian Street is very popular and is one of the places most visited by locals. There are many delicious restaurants and shops on both sides of the street. Many local special snacks can be found here. It feels good to eat snacks while shopping.
Address: Xiaomiao Street, Hongta District, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province
Transportation: Take bus No. 3 and get off at Xiaomiao Street Station and walk to the destination
The Grand Square is the most prosperous night market in Yuxi. At night, it is full of lights and wine. The bustling night market street breaks the tranquility of the night. Food stalls and pubs gather here. It is the best place to eat and go shopping at night.
Address: Dongfeng Middle Road and Qixiang Road, Hongta District, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province
Transportation: Take bus No. 2, 7, 8, or 15 to the Plaza Station and walk to the destination