Yunnan's Hidden LA! A Treasure Town to See the Sea of Flowers

. Huquan Ecological Park｜Check in to "Little Hainan" for Free
> "Who says you have to go to Sanya to see the sea? In the center of Mile City lies a 1,700-acre glass lake! White sandy beaches + palm avenues create a California vibe in every snap, and the backlit silhouettes at dusk are breathtaking.
> Divine experience: Rent a bike to circle the lake chasing the sunset → soak in the mid-mountain hot springs under the starry sky (180 RMB per person to unlock the private hot spring secret spot)
> Accommodation bonus: Lake view rooms open directly to the pool, and the rooftop café offers a 270° panoramic view!

2. Taiping Lake Forest Park｜Step into a Studio Ghibli Summer (Adult ticket 80 RMB/person, includes sightseeing bus; students and seniors aged 60-69 with valid ID get half price; seniors over 70, children under 1.2 meters, military personnel, and disabled persons enter free.)
> "80 RMB direct access to Monet’s Garden! Cactus kingdom × forest cabins × giant flower carpets, ride the small train through an oil painting world."

> - 🌵 Karst Desertification Park: cactus clusters + desert-like scenes;
> - 🌼 Land Art Zone: 3D flower sculptures + lakeside wetland boardwalk;
> Tip: Enter before 9 AM to have the sea of flowers all to yourself, rent an electric bike for free exploration!

3. Honghe Water Town｜The Pinnacle of Jiangnan Nightscapes
> "Free stroll through Suzhou gardens! Boats glide past white walls and black tiles, and at 7:30 PM the music fountain lights up the water screen with shadows."
> Nightlife guide:
> - Have a tipsy drink under Qianwang Gate, neon lights flicker on the bar street;
> - Must-try late-night snack: Old Mile Braised Chicken Rice Noodles, 10 RMB to unlock the local favorite!

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Three Days and Two Nights Itinerary
> 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏: Taiping Lake flower sea cycling → Huquan beach sunset → night hot spring soak
> 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐: Honghe Water Town boat tour → Dongfeng Yun red brick castle → water town night market
> 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟑: Huquan morning run → one last bowl of rice noodles before departure!
> Accommodation: Huquan Hotel (hot springs in-room) / Huximan Homestay (best value)
> Transportation: Kunming high-speed rail 30 min direct, taxis to attractions all under 15 RMB‼️