Must-Visit Guide to the Yi Water Village

**Scenic Area Overview** ✨ Puzhehei Scenic Area is located in Qiubei County, Wenshan Prefecture, Yunnan (just 1km from the county town/280km from Kunming). As a AAAAA-rated scenic area and national wetland park, it boasts six distinctive features: - Waterfront countryside 🏞️ - Yi ethnic water village 🏡 - Lotus flower world 🌸 - Karst wetlands - Lake-peak landscapes - Paradise for fish and birds 🦩 **Core Highlights** 💫 🌟 **Karst Wonderland** The top karst region in southeastern Yunnan! With 312 isolated peaks, 83 caves, and 54 interconnected lakes, it paints a breathtaking "mountain-water harmony" masterpiece 📸 🌿 **Ecological Eden** 40,000 acres of wild lotus ponds (featuring rare large and small Sajin varieties), 60,000 acres of plateau wetlands, and habitats for 200+ bird species—a paradise for photography lovers! 📷 🎉 **Ethnic Charm** Home to Zhuang, Miao, and Yi ethnic groups, vibrant traditional festivals like the July Face-Smearing Festival (blessings with pot ash~) and Torch Festival create an unforgettable atmosphere! **Best Seasons to Visit** 🗓️ 🌸 **Summer (June-August)** ✓ Peak bloom of lotus ponds (stunning in July-August!) ✓ Water-splashing festivities + July 18 Face-Smearing Festival ❗ Book accommodations early due to high tourist traffic 🌼 **Spring (March-May)** ✓ Feast of peach blossoms/rapeseed flowers ✓ Filming location of *Eternal Love* at Caihuaqing ✓ Fewer crowds and better prices 🍁 **Autumn (September-November)** ✓ Prime season for fresh lake delicacies ✓ Fewer tourists for a serene experience ☀️ **Winter (December-February)** ✓ Ideal winter escape ✖️ Withered lotuses make scenery less varied **Must-Visit Attractions** 📍 **TOP1️⃣ Puzhehei Lake** 🚣♀️ Glide through lotus ponds on willow-leaf boats ☁️ Stunning in all weather: mirror-like reflections on sunny days/ink-painting charm on rainy days **TOP2️⃣ Qinglong Mountain** 🌄 Summit offers 360° panoramic views 🌅 Prime sunset-watching spot 🎫 ¥32/person **TOP3️⃣ Fairy Cave** 🕳️ Karst cave wonders + Yi ethnic village 🌃 Vibrant night market 🎫 ¥20/person **TOP4️⃣ Swan Lake** 🦢 Prime spot for migratory birds 🚤 Boat rides to witness "flocks of birds taking flight" 🎫 ¥85/person **TOP5️⃣ Xihuang Wetland** 🛶 Kayaking adventures 🚍 Scenic countryside tours by shuttle **Transport Guide** 🚎 🚄 **High-speed rail**: Kunming South → Puzhehei Station (1h), transfer to Bus No. 8 or taxi 🚗 **Drive**: 4-5h from Kunming (via Mile) ✈️ **Flight**: Wenshan Yanshan Airport → Scenic Area (85.7km, 1.5h drive) **Accommodation Picks** 🏨 🏡 **Puzhehei Village** ✓ Prime location - Muke Qianxun Boutique Resort - Shuiyue Mountain 270° Infinity Pool Hotel 🏘️ **Fairy Cave Village** ✓ Escape the crowds ✓ Well-developed infrastructure 💎 **Luxury options**: - Xiyuan Yunshang Yi-style Hot Spring Resort - Yabei Jingshe Lakeview Hotel **Local Delicacies** 🏽 🐟 **Yi-style pickled fish** | Spicy and tangy 🌿 **Lotus leaf rice** | Fragrant and flavorful 🌈 **Colorful sticky rice** | Instagram-worthy 🌺 **Fried lotus flowers** | Crispy and tender **Pro Tips** 📝 🎫 **Admission**: Free for the scenic area; some attractions charge fees ⏰ **Hours**: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM ⚠️ **Notes**: - Sun protection is a must in summer - Book early during Lotus Festival - Secure belongings during water-splashing activities Yunnan’s hidden paradise awaits your discovery~ 💖