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Dian Lake (Dian Chi)

Southwest of Xishan District, Xishan District, Kunming 650228, China
Ranked #14 of 88 attractions in Kunming
4.0 of 5 stars 67 Reviews
Type: Bodies of Water
Description: The shores of the sixth largest freshwater lake in China have many scenic spots.
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

The Moon Festival was going on so there were lots of festivities in the park. The lake is very large, the LakeView Restaurant is interesting to see, and the cable car ride leaving from the end of the park is definitely worth a trip - it goes to some markets and restaurants, and a very enjoyable promenade trail up to... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2012

It's just another landmark you felt you should visit. It's okay, just ok, not impressive particular after my visit to the rural area in Yunnan. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

This is my second time to Lake Dianchi, but unlike last time I didn't feed the seagulls as they were somewhere else. The sunset across this fresh water lake was stunning and having family there made it all the more special. With the majority of migrant workers having left Kunming City, the walk along the lake front with my wife... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2012

its milion lotos water garden, and plenty people coming for rest, tai chi, yoga and so on,1000 pictures for one day, we vitist 4 times, More

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