HITravelTales.com team visits Dragon Gate and Western Hills Xishan Park just outside of Kunming, China. Not every must-see travel destination is so easy to get to. And that can make the journey even more of an adventure. Dragon Gate in the Western Hills (Xishan Forest Park) on the outskirts of Kunming, China, is one of those. The reasons we can list are many – green hills with forested walking paths, a breather from the sensory chaos of the city, temples and pavilions dating back to the 11th century, views of the region from about 8,200 feet (2,000 feet above the city itself), winding stone staircases, strolling monks, gardens, sculptures and also grottoes and tunnels carved out of the mountains rock face. Watch the video for a quick taste of all that is waiting for you here.
Map of China
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Baiji Temple (Chicken Temple)
Jinbi Square Arches
Yuantong Temple
Green Lake Park
Kunming Old Town
Wuhua Square
Western Hills Park & Dragon Gate
Huating Temple
Victoria Harbor Promenade for the Symphony of Lights
Hong Kong International Airport
Bridal Tea House
Kowloon Station
Baisha Village
Black Dragon Pool - Lijiang
LaMu's House of Tibet - Lijiang
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