#Puzhehei Travel Guide #Yunnan Puzhehei Lotus Flowers To see the most beautiful lotus flowers, don't wait until mid-July! Local insider, all photos taken by myself, the most beautiful lotus flowers

To see the most beautiful lotus flowers, don't wait until mid-July! Local insider, all photos taken by myself, the most beautiful lotus flowers! Puzhehei Concise Guide 1. Core Overview - Location: Qiubei County, Wenshan Prefecture, Yunnan; karst mountains and waters + ten thousand mu of lotus ponds; filming location of "Eternal Love". - Best Season: Lotus blooms from June to August (peak water fight season), migratory birds from December to February (fewer people, serene scenery). - Tickets: No entrance fee; some activities charge fees (e.g., Willow Leaf Boat 200-230 RMB/person, cave combo tickets save more). 2. Must-Visit Attractions 1. Qinglong Mountain: Climb to the top to watch the sunset, panoramic karst landscape with 300+ solitary peaks and lakes. 2. Xianrendong Village: Yi ethnic ancient village, night bonfire party + try sour fish soup. 3. Willow Leaf Boat: Water fight + cruising through lotus sea, get ready to get wet! Bring water guns + waterproof bags. 4. Shede Grassland: 100,000 mu alpine pasture, shoot "Little Shangri-La" photos (about 2 hours round trip by chartered car). 5. "Eternal Love" Filming Site: Qingqiu sacred place, ancient style Hanfu photo spot (30 RMB ticket). 3. Accommodation Recommendations - Puzhehei Village: Close to Qinglong Mountain and Lover's Bridge, many homestay options (200-500 RMB/night). - Xianrendong Village: Lakeside inns with lotus views from the window, recommended "Qingqiu Inn" (high cost performance). 4. Food Guide - Must-try dishes: Lotus leaf fried egg, sour fish soup, soybean milk chicken, colorful flower rice. - Recommended places: Xianrendong Village night market (grilled fish + lotus flower wine), Puzhehei Village "Heyunyuan". 5. Transportation Tips - External Transport: - High-speed rail: Kunming South Station → Puzhehei Station (2 hours, 75 RMB), 10 minutes taxi from station to scenic area. - Self-driving: About 3.5 hours from Kunming, scenic route. - Internal Transport: - Horse carriage/electric cart: 5-10 RMB per ride (within scenic area). - Electric scooter: 50-80 RMB/day (best for freely exploring the lake). 6. Notes 1. Sun and mosquito protection: Strong UV, need SPF50+ sunscreen, cooling sleeves; many mosquitoes in summer, bring repellent. 2. Water fight gear: Waterproof phone bag, quick-dry clothes, recommend bringing extra clothes for changing. 3. Pitfall tips: - Self-driving inside the scenic area is not recommended (narrow roads, easy congestion). - Lotus seeds and other specialties are more cost-effective to buy at Bailianshan. 4. Rainy season preparation: More rain from May to September, bring rain gear, watch weather updates to avoid sudden suspension of boat rides. Itinerary Suggestions - 2 days 1 night: Qinglong Mountain sunset → Willow Leaf Boat water fight → Xianrendong Village night tour → Shede Grassland photo shoot. - 3 days 2 nights: Add Swan Lake bird watching (ticket 145 RMB), Xihuang Wetland kayaking. Puzhehei's mountains, waters, countryside, and local life blend together, suitable for slow-paced wandering. It is recommended to reserve 2-3 days for an in-depth experience.