Kunming, Prefecture-level city in Yunnan, China
Located at an elevation of 1,892 meters, Kunming spans across multiple districts with mountains surrounding its northern, western, and eastern boundaries.
The area transformed from the ancient Dian Kingdom in 109 BCE to become a strategic Chinese military center during World War II.
The city contains multiple ethnic communities, including Han, Yi, Bai, Hani, Zhuang, Dai, and Miao populations, each maintaining their traditions.
The Kunming railway system connects to Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar, making it a central transportation point for trade with Southeast Asia.
The Shilin karst formation, located 60 miles southeast of the city, features limestone pillars and caves formed over millions of years.
Location: Yunnan
Elevation above the sea: 1,892 m
Address: Kunming, Yunnan, China 650000 Kunming
Website: https://km.gov.cn
GPS coordinates: 25.04333,102.70611
Latest update: August 11, 2025 10:54
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