Chuxiong Yi People Ancient Town (Yiren Town)
楚雄彝人古镇
About Chuxiong Yi People Ancient Town (Yiren Town)
Highlights
Suggested Route
Food & Lodging
Facilities
Stay until evening to see lantern-lit streets. Try local snacks from street vendors. Bargain at shops.
📅 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
View on interactive map →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.
• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.
External booking links. Prices may vary.
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08:00-17:30
Chuxiong city; Chuxiong Railway Station ~5 km (Kunming-Dali line); no metro; bus/taxi.
Free entry to the town; no reservation required.
CNY 120 (≈ $17) (peak season), CNY 80 (≈ $11) (off-season)
Chuxiongyizu Autonomous Prefecture Chuxiong City Yongan Road No. 543
楚雄彝族自治州楚雄市永安路543号
Chuxiongyizu Autonomous Prefecture Chuxiong City Yongan Road No. 543
25.0507, 101.8380
Tip: Google Maps may be inaccurate in China — use Amap for navigation.
