Mile is truly the ultimate destination for a family trip

🌿【Mile Taiping Lake Forest Guide｜Step into a Real-Life Monet Garden, with a Nanny-Level Photo Guide】 📍Location: Honghe, Yunnan ・ Mile Taiping Lake International Ecotourism Resort 🚗Transportation: High-speed rail: Kunming South Station → Mile Station (34 minutes), then a 30-minute taxi ride directly to the 🖼️ scenic area Self-driving: Navigate to "Taiping Lake Forest Park," parking fee 10 RMB/day, recommended to park at the lake-view restaurant parking lot to avoid crowds Bus: Take the Taiping Lake special line bus from Mile city center (4 RMB/person) directly to the park 🌸 Must-visit routes 1. Classic One-Day Tour (Easy Version) ▪ 9:00 Mountain Rocky Desertification Park Walk through the cactus forest 🌵, snap Moroccan-style photos effortlessly! Recommended to wear a solid color long dress, wide-angle lens shots for more stunning panoramas. ▪ 11:00 Flower Sea Mini Train Ride the vintage mini train through colorful flower fields (summer exclusive sunflower sea 🌻 is super healing), last train at 17:00, advance ticket purchase recommended. ▪ 14:00 Cloud 1680 Viewing Platform Climb up to overlook the "Princess Taiping" land art, order a coffee and take atmospheric photos on the swing, with a backdrop of lake, mountains, and flower sea blending into a picturesque scene. ▪ 16:00 Petting Zoo Feed ostriches, tease peacocks, family-friendly! Remember to bring carrots (available for purchase in the park). 2. In-Depth Two-Day Tour (Immersive Experience) Day 1 ▪ Afternoon check-in at the forest cabin hotel 🛖, open the window to forest and lake views, with a small yard perfect for photos. The hotel offers 3 free professionally retouched travel photos. ▪ Evening stroll in the cabin town, visit the bougainvillea maze and heart-shaped flower sea, the wooden boardwalk at sunset is super romantic. Day 2 ▪ Morning cycling around Fengluan Lake, rent an electric bike (about 50 RMB/hour) for a lakeside ride, chance to see a group of black swans. ▪ Afternoon water sports center: kayaking, water bikes, the perfect summer cool-down! After playing, relax on the lakeside beach loungers. 📸 Iconic Photo Spots Moroccan Cactus Kingdom Spot ①: Stand at the high point of the Rocky Desertification Park, shoot low-angle photos with cactus clusters and blue sky in the frame; Spot ②: Use cacti as foreground, capture side-profile walking shots. 🌹 Romantic Flower Sea in the Clouds Spring tulips, summer sunflowers, autumn pink muhly grass, surprises every season! Recommended to shoot backlit in early morning or evening, catch the mini train passing for more lively shots. 🫟 Land Art Princess Taiping Use a telephoto lens from the viewing platform for details, or drone aerial shots for panoramas (drone rental available in the park), giant floral sculptures blend perfectly with nature. 🛝 Bougainvillea Maze Pink flower waterfalls collide with red "double happiness" walls, wear a white dress for close-ups, surprises around every corner with flower walls. 🎡 Super Practical Tips Sun and mosquito protection: Strong UV in Yunnan, sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen are essential! Mosquitoes are common in forest areas, bring mosquito repellent. Outfit suggestions: Light-colored long dresses, straw hats, canvas shoes, suitable for flower sea and forest; shorts + sneakers recommended for sports areas. Tickets and transportation: Adult ticket 80 RMB including round-trip shuttle, sightseeing bus 20 RMB/person (highly recommended), electric bike rental 50 RMB/hour. Seasonal Specials: April-May: Sunflower sea + Night Kite Festival November-December: Winter cherry blossoms and ginkgo leaves create a fairy tale world Off-peak tips: Arrive before 9 AM on weekdays to avoid tour groups; On weekends, consider night visits (entry after 17:30 half price), the flower sea under lights offers a different charm. ✨Tips: Dining options inside the park are limited, recommended to bring snacks or dine at the forest cabin hotel (lake-view restaurant offers consistent quality). If time allows, visit Dongfeng Yun Art Town nearby, only a 20-minute drive, for a dual experience of art and nature!