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Lufeng

Lufeng in Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture is home to one of the world's richest dinosaur fossil sites, making it a unique destination for paleontology enthusiasts and families. The World Dinosaur Valley combines real excavation sites with an immersive theme park experience. Beyond dinosaurs, Lufeng sits in a fertile basin with Yi ethnic culture and traditional villages.

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World Dinosaur Valley

世界恐龙谷

One of the largest dinosaur fossil site protection areas in the world, featuring real excavation sites, a museum with mounted skeletal specimens, and a time-travel theme park. Over 60 dinosaur skeletons are on display, and hundreds more remain unexcavated.

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Lufeng Dinosaur Site Museum

Houses the world's first exhibition of mounted dinosaur skeletal fossil specimens, with dozens of unearthed Jurassic-era dinosaurs from the Lufeng Formation.

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Yuanmou Earth Forest

A dramatic landscape of red and yellow earth pillars and hoodoos formed by erosion, located near Lufeng in the Yuanmou basin.

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Lufeng Yi Ethnic Villages

Traditional Yi minority villages in the surrounding hills, preserving embroidery, music, and architectural traditions.

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Xuanwu Mountain

Xuanwu Mountain is a attraction in the area.

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百二坵田四季花海公园

百二坵田四季花海公园 is a park in the area.

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海角甘泉

海角甘泉 is a attraction in the area.

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玉照公园

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Lufeng in Chuxiong Yi Autonomous Prefecture is home to one of the world's richest dinosaur fossil sites, making it a unique destination for paleontology enthusiasts and families. The World Dinosaur Valley combines real excavation sites with an immersive theme park experience. Beyond dinosaurs, Lufeng sits in a fertile basin with Yi ethnic culture and traditional villages.

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- World Dinosaur Valley - Lufeng Dinosaur Site Museum - Yuanmou Earth Forest - Lufeng Yi Ethnic Villages - Xuanwu Mountain - 百二坵田四季花海公园 - 海角甘泉 - 玉照公园

Transport note

Lufeng is accessible from Kunming by highway (about 2 hours) and by train. The World Dinosaur Valley is located about 10 km from Lufeng city center. Buses run between Kunming and Lufeng regularly. Taxis and local minibuses serve the county.

Food note

Lufeng's cuisine reflects Chuxiong Yi traditions. Local specialties include Yi-style roasted meats, buckwheat cakes, and wild mushroom dishes. The area is known for its fresh mountain vegetables and locally brewed grain spirits.

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