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Leju Village: A Hot Spot in Kunming

🍞 Kunming Outskirts Tour | A 600-Year-Old Village's Earthen Oven Bakery, A Bite of Spring 🌿 Escape the hustle and bustle of the city this weekend, and I discovered a hidden gem on the outskirts of Kunming—Leju Village in Tuantuan Township, Xishan District! This Yi ethnic village🏡, with over 600 years of history, not only boasts bluestone-paved roads and "One-Seal" old houses🛖, but also a popular online bakery called "Jiuxi Handmade Bread," whose earthen oven-baked bread🥯 aroma simply captivated me! 🚗 Transportation Tips 📍Navigation: Leju Village, Tuantuan Subdistrict, Xishan District, Kunming 🚙 Approximately a 40-min drive from the city center. Road conditions are good, and there is a parking lot at the village entrance (free!). ⚠️ The bakery is closed every Tuesday! Don't go there in vain~ It's crowded on weekends! Expect long wait times. 🍞 Jiuxi Bread | Earthen Oven-Baked "Taste of the Ancient Village" The aroma of firewood mixed with the fragrance of wheat fills the air! The owner is a "bread artisan" who insists on using mountain spring water and traditional earthen oven baking methods. Even the kiln was built by himself! The bread has a crispy crust and a moist, soft interior. One bite is like tasting the essence of sunshine and time~ Must-try recommendations👇 ✅ Sichuan Peppercorn Leaf Pineapple Bun: Yunnan's unique Sichuan peppercorn leaves are kneaded into the dough, creating a slightly numbing and fragrant sensation! ✅ Seasonal Impatiens Balsamina Bread: Spring limited! The fragrance of wildflowers blooms on your taste buds~ ✅ Jiuxi Yuanbao: A popular item during the Spring Festival, these golden buns symbolize good luck (available daily!). 📸 Village Stroll | More Than Just a Bakery! Old House Photography: Over 80 "One-Seal" Yi ancient buildings dot the hillside. Bluestone-paved roads complement white walls and black tiles, making every shot a picture of tranquility! Spring Market: Elderly women set up stalls at the village entrance selling wild vegetables, Toona sinensis, Impatiens Balsamina… all the "tastes of spring"! Coffee☕️ & Homestays🏫: Take a break at the village cafe, or choose a homestay converted from a "One-Seal" old house to watch the sunset and listen to the rain. So healing~ 💡 Travel Tips 1. Avoid peak hours: Weekends are crowded, especially in the afternoon. It is recommended to arrive before 10:00 am for a wider selection of bread! 2. Combined itinerary: Visit the Ethnic Culture Exhibition Hall (over 300 Yi artifacts) and hike in the Baoziqing Forest🏕️ for a fulfilling day trip. 3. Souvenirs: Take home some Sichuan peppercorn chicken🐓, Tuantuan apples🍎, or jam/coffee beans from the bakery to share the ancient village's flavors with friends~ "Jiuxi Bread" is more than just a bakery; it's a journey of time and craftsmanship. Here, every bite of bread holds the breath of the 600-year-old village, and every breeze carries the poetry of spring. Tag your foodie friends and become a "Wild Bread Hero" for a day!✨
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Posted: Mar 15, 2025
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