Kunming Citywalk – Intangible Cultural Heritage Market + Art Museum

Explore Kunming: A Convenient Getaway from Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre
Step away from work, go for a citywalk, discover a different world, and encounter your unique wonder.
Stay at @Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre! This part of the "Nearby Getaways" series covers Shuncheng Shopping Mall and Yunnan Art Museum—both easily accessible on foot, no need for taxis or crowded subways, making it a hassle-free option even for those with a tight schedule.
Stop 1: Shuncheng Shopping Mall – Immerse in the Atmosphere Right After Leaving the Hotel 📸
Giant "I’m in Kunming" Countdown Screen: The Prime Spot for City Memory Check-ins
It is more than an ordinary internet-famous screen. Featuring the prominent text "I’m in Kunming", it offers a fresh Japanese-style vibe for photos during the day. When lit up at night, it echoes the neon lights of the business district. Standing in front of the screen allows visitors to capture the "frame with Kunming" moment.
Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Market: A Cultural Treasure Trove for Leisurely Exploration
This is a market that showcases authentic Yunnan characteristics. A tour around reveals various unique items:
Custom brass bracelets are a must-try. Engraved with exclusive letters or simple patterns, they serve as one-of-a-kind souvenirs of Kunming.
Handmade accessories are also eye-catching, including beaded bracelets, silver earrings, and pendants made from Yunnan’s distinctive colored stones—each piece exudes a sense of niche elegance.
The highlight is ICH velvet flowers. Crafted by inheritors using colored silk threads to form layered petals, these flowers are made into hairpins and brooches. They add a gentle and elegant touch when worn, complementing both Hanfu and daily outfits for photos.
Additionally, Yunnan’s specialty snacks in the market, such as roasted milk fan and small-pot rice noodles, are worth trying for a pleasant dining experience while exploring.
"Kunming’s Eight Scenic Spots" Debut Exhibition + "Green Lake" Photo Exhibition: An Exclusive Artistic Experience
These are the recent hidden highlights at Shuncheng:
The "Kunming’s Eight Scenic Spots" Debut Exhibition uses illustrations and old photos to recreate Kunming’s historical scenic spots, such as "Dianchi Moonlit Night" and "Green Lake Spring Dawn", allowing visitors to understand Kunming’s historical charm through the exhibition.
The "Green Lake" Photo Exhibition is even more impressive. Photographers have captured the beauty of Green Lake throughout the four seasons—from cherry blossoms in spring to red-billed gulls in winter. Each frame resembles a movie scene, appealing to art enthusiasts.
Stop 2: Yunnan Art Museum – Picturesque Soviet-Style Building, Accessible on Foot or by Bike 🎨
It is a 10-minute walk or 5-minute bike ride from the hotel. The Soviet-style building has a sense of history, with wooden handrails in the corridors, light and shadow on the spiral staircase, and lines of retro windows—all serving as perfect backdrops for photos. Currently, there is a watercolor exhibition by local artists, enabling visitors to enjoy both the exhibition and photography. When tired, visitors can rest in the museum’s lounge area to experience a slow-paced artistic time.
Staying at Crowne Plaza Kunming City Centre truly embodies "convenience". With popular check-in spots just steps away, there is no need to waste time on transportation, making it easy to start a cultural and artistic journey in Kunming.
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