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Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park, Shilin County

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Must see · Geologic Formation · Nature / Park
Get a close-up look at some of the Earth's most iconic natural oddities at Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park, a World Heritage Site home to a vast sea of jagged rock formations. The park spans a huge swathe of forested landscape, punctuated by the area's famous limestone peaks, known alternatively as "karst." You'll find that the clusters of ridges and formations, some of which reach heights of 40 m (131 ft), give the appearance of stone trees and lend the park its name. Wander the network of paved pathways through the main clusters, where you'll find all sorts of crevices and side canyons splitting off from the main route. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, as the terrain can occasionally be rough on the feet. Choose to start, finish, or center your holiday on a trip to Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park by using our Shilin County route planner.
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  • By stefanh181
    You can walk through this forest via small ways, a lot of stairs and find fantastic stone sculptures.. The museum is very big (~50000 square meters), with an Mammut scelet. It can be reached also...  more »
  • By מוטי ל
    definitely one of the highest attraction of our tour to china. very interesting geological formations in this world heritage park.  more »
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