Yuxi, Yunnan: Watch the Sea of Clouds and Sunrise

To watch the sea of clouds and sunrise in Yuxi, Yunnan, go to the sea of clouds and sunrise viewing platform in Gasa, Xinping, Yuxi, Yunnan! The best time to visit is from December to the end of January. It takes about 3 hours to drive from Kunming, 80% of which is on the highway. After arriving at Gasa Town, you will need to drive a short distance on a national highway. The national highway is a bit narrow and there are many large vehicles, so it is recommended to travel with others. There will be heavy fog in the morning and evening, so it is recommended to arrive near the viewing platform the night before and stay overnight. There is a village below the viewing platform with many homestays and farmhouses. The transportation and public facilities are complete, and cars can drive directly to the viewing platform (but the road is a bit narrow, so it is recommended to travel during the day). In winter, the sunrise is around 7:30 to 7:45. The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so it is recommended to bring warm clothes and a face mask. If you want to go further, you can go to Shimen Gorge after watching the sunrise. Follow the route in the picture. If you have enough time, you can go to Zhenyuan County, Pu'er, and then take the highway back to Kunming. There are parking spaces at each scenic spot, which is very suitable for self-driving trips with others. The mountain route has a large climb, so if you are worried about altitude sickness, you can bring two bottles of oxygen and medicine. Have a nice trip!