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Luliang Colored Sand Forest
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Luliang Colored Sand Forest

曲靖陆良彩色沙林

Yunnan, Qujing4.3·25.1239°N, 101.7912°E
Ticket Price
Free admission
Duration
2-3 hours
Rating
4.3 / 5.0

About Luliang Colored Sand Forest

An extraordinary landscape of wind- and water-eroded sandstone pillars painted in reds, yellows and purples near Luliang County, Qujing. Walkways wind between the sculpted dunes, which change color through the day and at sunset.

Highlights

• Eroded red-and-yellow sandstone hoodoos in a desert-like forest. • Sunset color play and dune forms. • Easy walking among the pillars.

Suggested Route

Walk the marked loop among the sand pillars, then the sunset viewpoint; 1.5-2.5 h.

Food & Lodging

Snacks at the gate; Luliang county hotels.

Facilities

Parking, restrooms, trail signs, partial wheelchair access (sand) and a shuttle.
Travel Tips

Best visited in morning for fewer crowds. Bring snacks as food options may be limited inside.

📅 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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Opening Hours

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

Getting There

Luliang County, Qujing; nearest railway station ~30 km; no airport nearby; long-distance bus.

Reservation

Ticket booking via OTA recommended; no strict reservation required.

Ticket Price

Free admission

Address

Qujing City Luliang County Chengdongnanmian18gonglichu

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address
曲靖陆良彩色沙林

曲靖市陆良县城东南面18公里处

Qujing City Luliang County Chengdongnanmian18gonglichu

25.1239, 101.7912

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