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Jiaozi Snow Mountain (Jiaozi Shan)
4A Tourism Area

Jiaozi Snow Mountain (Jiaozi Shan)

昆明轿子雪山

Yunnan, Kunming4.6·24.8653°N, 103.0825°E
Ticket Price
CNY 60 (peak season), CNY 40 (off-season)
Duration
Half day
Rating
4.6 / 5.0

About Jiaozi Snow Mountain (Jiaozi Shan)

A high alpine peak northeast of Kunming rising above 4,000 meters, with seasonal snow, azalea meadows and glacial lakes, reached by cable car for sweeping mountain views.

Highlights

• Highest peak in Kunming (4,247 m) with seasonal snow. • Alpine meadows, azaleas and a glacial lake. • Cable car to high viewpoints.

Suggested Route

Drive to the base → cable car → summit area; allow half a day.

Food & Lodging

A mountain lodge; Dongchuan lodges are available.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, a cable car and basic facilities.
Travel Tips

Climbing this snow mountain may cause altitude sickness; have your fitness assessed beforehand to determine whether you should attempt the ascent.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: Year-round (best March-May and September-October)

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

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Opening Hours

07:00-18:00 (peak season), 08:00-17:00 (off-season)

Getting There

Kunming Luquan County, ~150 km N; direct tourist bus from Kunming; HSR to Kunming then transfer.

Reservation

Advance booking recommended via official platform; real-name ticketing.

Ticket Price

CNY 60 (≈ $8.3) (peak season), CNY 40 (≈ $5.6) (off-season)

Address

Kunming City Luquanyizumiaozu Autonomous County Wumeng Township Jiaozixueshannei

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
昆明轿子雪山

昆明市禄劝彝族苗族自治县乌蒙乡轿子雪山内

Kunming City Luquanyizumiaozu Autonomous County Wumeng Township Jiaozixueshannei

24.8653, 103.0825

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