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Green Lake is a morning place in winter, when the gulls are feeding, and an evening place in summer, when the whole neighbourhood comes out. Circle the water, then drift through the university quarter and old lanes - all on foot from Metro Line 5's Huaxilu station.
Suggested Itinerary
- Morning Gull Hour
Enter the free park early, buy gull bread at a lakeside stall, and let the birds hover right over your outstretched hands. - Circle the Lake
Follow the ring path past the Lake-Heart Pavilion, Nine Dragon Pool and Fish-Viewing Tower - about forty unhurried minutes. - Walk the Quarter
Continue to Yunnan University's Huize Hall, then coffee on Wenlin Street or a wander through Kunming Old Street.
What to See
Black-Headed Gulls
Siberian visitors from November to March; bread from the lakeside stalls keeps them close.
Lake-Heart Pavilion
The park's postcard view - pavilion, bridges and willows in one composition.
Nine Dragon Pool
Spring-fed water and old trees - the quietest corner of the park.
Fish-Viewing Tower
Carp drifting beneath a waterside pavilion built exactly for watching them.
Gull-Feeding Scenes
Clouds of white wings swirling over locals tossing bread - pure winter theatre.
Huize Hall, Yunnan University
The stately historic core of the university campus, a short walk north of the lake.
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Tips from Real Travelers
Food & Drink
Local restaurants
Nearby dining options.
Street food
Local snack stalls.
Cafes
Coffee and light meals.
Regional specialities
Try the local cuisine.
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