Shilin Yunnan
Shilin Yunnan is a dramatic limestone karst landscape known as the Stone Forest, featuring towering pillar formations, underground tunnels, and vibrant local culture.
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Geography
| Continent | Asia |
|---|---|
| Region | Yunnan Province |
| Subregion | Southwest China |
| Country | People's Republic of China |
| State | Yunnan Province |
| County | Shilin Yi Autonomous County |
| District | Shilin County |
| City | Shilin County |
| Timezone | AsiaShanghai |
| Latitude | 24.717 |
| Longitude | 103.311 |
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3:57 AM LOCAL TIMEShilin Yunnan, in _northwestern Yunnan Province, is famed for its Stone Forest, a **breathtaking karst landscape** where **towering limestone pillars** shoot skyward across a vast plain. Beneath the surface, a complex system of caves and rivers reflects the area's geologic history, while the surface features dramatic erosion patterns shaped by millennia of weathering. The site is also a hub for local Yi_ culture, with nearby villages offering traditional food, crafts, and performances. Visitors come to hike among the monolithic spires, photograph sweeping panoramas, and explore walkable network of trails and bridges linking scenic zones.
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