寻觅春城之美
Nestled in the heart of Yunnan Province, Kunming is a city where spring never fades away. Known as the “City of Eternal Spring” for its mild climate and blooming flowers year-round, this fascinating destination offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich history, and diverse culture. Beyond its scenic charm, Kunming is a gateway to Yunnan’s ethnic diversity, home to 26 ethnic minorities whose traditions and cuisine add a unique flavor to the city.
昆明位于云南省的中心，是一座春意常驻的城市。这个吸引无数游客的旅游地因其温暖的气候和全年盛开的鲜花而被赞为“永恒的春城”，它完美融合了自然美景、丰富的历史和多元文化。除了风景魅力之外，昆明还是领略云南民族多样性文化的门户，这里是 26 个少数民族的家园，各式各样的文化传统和美食为这座城市增添了独特的风味。
I arrived at the Kunming airport in the morning of 15th May 2024 and started my summer holiday in Yunnan province. Upon arrival, this skeleton of dinosaur displayed at the arrival hall drew my attention immediately. Yunnan is one of the richest places in China for dinosaur fossils. During the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, Yunnan had a warm, humid climate with vast lakes, rivers, and lush vegetation. This environment provided an ideal habitat for dinosaurs to thrive. This is the model of skeleton of Lufengosaurus, one of China’s earliest known dinosaurs.
我于2024年5月15日上午抵达昆明机场，开始了我的云南之旅。机场到达大厅展示的这具恐龙骨架瞬间引起了我的注意。云南是中国恐龙化石最丰富的地方之一。侏罗纪和白垩纪时期，云南气候温暖湿润，湖泊河流广阔，植被茂盛。这种环境为恐龙的繁衍生息提供了理想的栖息地。图中这是中国已知最早的恐龙之一禄丰龙的骨骼模型。
This was one photo of street view taken on the way to the Dianchi lake. There is one Chinese poem verse’ 春城无处不飞花 ‘ which means ‘Blossoms drift in every corner of the Spring City’ . It could best describe how Kunming’ street looks like. Kunming’s streets in spring and summer are a breathtaking sight, where blossoms cascade like pink falls, painting the city in soft and romantic hues. Lush trees, heavy with bougainvillea and jacarandas, line the sidewalks, their petals swirling gently in the breeze. When the wind stirs, a shower of petals flutters down, covering the ground in a delicate floral carpet.
这是去滇池途中拍的一张街景照片。中国有一首诗春城无处不飞花最能形容昆明的寻常巷末。春夏天的昆明街道景色令人叹为观止，鲜花如粉红色的瀑布般倾泻而下，为这座城市涂上了柔和浪漫的色调。人行道两旁种满了茂密的九重葛和蓝花楹树，花瓣在微风中轻轻旋转飞舞。微风掠过，花瓣纷纷飘落，为地面铺上一层精致的花毯。
Located on the northeastern shore of Dianchi Lake, Haigeng Park is one of Kunming’s most beautiful natural spots, offering stunning lake views, lush greenery, and a peaceful retreat from the city’s bustle. Often called “the lakeside garden of Kunming”, this park is famous for its willow-lined walkways, golden sunsets, and flocks of migratory seagulls in winter.
海埂公园位于滇池东北岸，是昆明最美丽的自然景点，这里拥有令人叹为观止的湖景、郁郁葱葱的绿色植物以及远离城市喧嚣的宁静休憩之所。这里堪称昆明市的湖畔花园，以其柳荫步道、金色夕阳和冬季成群的候鸟海鸥而闻名于世。
The park stretches along the edge of Dianchi Lake. Walking along its banks, visitors can enjoy reflections of the Western Hills lying beside the water. Dianchi Lake, often called the “Pearl of the Plateau”, is the largest freshwater lake in Yunnan Province. It is the most representative scene spot in Kunming. Huge amounts of visitors came here to take a perfect photo beside the lake. The deep blue of Dianchi Lake contrasts beautifully with the emerald green of Western Hills. Gentle waves ripple under the light breeze, and migratory seagulls soar between the lake and the hills. This is the most memorable memory in my trip of Kun Ming.
公园沿着滇池的边缘延伸。沿着河岸行走，游客满眼皆是映在水边的西山倒影。滇池，素有“高原明珠”之称，是云南省最大的淡水湖，也是昆明最具代表性的景点。大批游客慕名而来，在湖边拍下心目中完美的照片。滇池水的深蓝色与西山的翠绿相映成趣。微风徐徐，波光粼粼，海鸥在湖光山色间翱翔。这也是我此次昆明之行最难忘的回忆。
Shaded paths lined with weeping willows and vibrant flowers make Haigeng Park an ideal place for a leisurely stroll, jogging, or cycling. The gentle swaying of willow branches over the water adds a poetic charm. Across the shimmering waters of Dianchi Lake, it is the Western Hill rising on the opposite shore, their green slopes gently rolling like the silhouette of an elegant sleeping beauty resting beneath the sky.
海埂公园绿树成荫的小道两旁垂柳茂盛，鲜花盛开，是休闲散步、慢跑或骑自行车的理想场所。水面上柳枝轻轻摇曳，增添诗情画意。隔着波光粼粼的滇池湖水，对岸就是拔地而起的西山，翠绿的山坡轻柔起伏，如同一位在天空下小憩的优雅睡美人的剪影。
Kun Ming is an ancient city full of history. I stayed here for three days. In the first day afternoon, I visited the Yunnan Military Academy which was one of China’s most prestigious military institutions during the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic of China. Founded in 1909, the academy played a crucial role in shaping modern Chinese military history, producing many influential military leaders who contributed to key historical events, including the Xinhai Revolution (1911), the War of Resistance Against Japan (1937-1945), and the Chinese Civil War.
昆明是一座充满历史的古城。我在这里总共待了三天。游玩的第一天下午，我参观了云南讲武堂，它是清末民初中国最负盛名的军事院校。该学院成立于1909年，在塑造中国现代军事史方面发挥了至关重要的作用，培养了许多有影响力的军事领导人，这些人物在辛亥革命、抗日战争和国共内战等重大历史事件中产生了重大影响。
Often referred to as the “Cradle of Generals”, the academy trained thousands of officers, including notable figures like Zhu De and Ye Jianying. This is the training ground of soldiers in the history. Today, the Yunnan Military Academy Museum preserves its rich history. The well-preserved European-style architecture, along with exhibitions of historical documents, weapons, and uniforms, offers visitors a glimpse into the military evolution of contemporary China.
讲武堂被称为“将军的摇篮”，培养了数千名军官，其中包括朱德和叶剑英等著名人物。图中这里是历史上士兵的训练场。如今，这座博物馆保留了讲武堂丰富的历史以及保存完好的欧式建筑，众多历史文献、武器和制服的展览也让游客可以一睹中国近代军事史的演变。
Opposite to the Yunnan Military Academy, it is the Cui Lake which is one of Kunming’s most beautiful and historic parks. Often called the “Jade of Kunming”, this scenic lake is famous for its lush willow trees, lotus-covered waters, and flocks of migratory red-beaked seagulls in winter. Originally part of Dianchi Lake, Cui Lake was formed over centuries as water levels receded, leaving behind a collection of smaller interconnected lakes and ponds. During the Yuan and Ming Dynasties, it became a favored spot for scholars and poets, who often gathered here for inspiration. In the Qing Dynasty, Cui Lake was expanded and developed into a formal park with pavilions and gardens, further enhancing its beauty.
讲武堂对面就是翠湖，是昆明最美最具历史意义的公园。这个风景秀丽的湖泊被称为“昆明的翡翠”，以其郁郁葱葱的柳树、荷花覆盖的水域和冬季成群迁徙的红嘴海鸥而闻名。翠湖最初是滇池的一部分，几个世纪以来随着水位下降而留下了一系列较小的相互连接的湖泊和池塘。元明时期，这里成为文人墨客的胜地，时常聚集于此，汲取灵感。清代，翠湖得到扩建，发展为亭台楼阁花园点缀的公园。
Stepping into Cui Lake Park, I was greeted by a scene of serene beauty. The emerald-green waters of the lake gently rippled under the breeze, reflecting the swaying weeping willows that line its banks. Their delicate branches trailed over the water, forming a natural curtain that dances with the wind. As I strolled along the stone bridges and wooden pavilions, I could find traditional bonsai trees and flowering plants arranged in elegant pots, showcasing the artistry of Chinese gardening. The cozy air was filled with the light fragrance of camellias and azaleas.
步入翠湖公园，映入我眼帘的是一幅宁静美丽的景象。翠绿的湖水在微风的吹拂下轻轻荡漾，倒映着岸边摇曳的垂柳。它们纤细的枝条拖曳在水面上，形成一道随风舞动的天然帷幕。漫步在石桥、木亭之间，传统的盆景和花卉植物优雅地摆放在盆中，展现了中国传统的园林艺术。宜人舒适的空气中弥漫着山茶花和杜鹃花的淡淡清香。
The gardens surrounding Cui Lake are not only famous for their serene landscapes and willow-lined pathways, but also for their exquisite traditional potted plants. These miniature landscapes, meticulously cultivated by skilled gardeners, reflect the elegance of Chinese horticulture and Kunming’s mild, spring-like climate that allows a rich variety of plant species to thrive. Lucky Bamboo is arranged in artistic formations, with intricate rock carvings, symbolizing peace, harmony, and prosperity.
翠湖周围的花园不仅以其宁静的风景和柳荫小径而闻名，其精美的传统盆栽也是一大特色。这些微缩景观由技艺高超的园丁精心打理，体现了中国园艺的优雅。丰富的植物物种在这里得以繁衍生息这也体现了昆明温和如春的气候。盆栽里的富贵竹排列整齐，石刻雕刻精美，也象征着平安和繁荣昌盛。
In summer, lotus flowers bloom across the lake’s surface, their pink and yellow petals contrasting against the deep green leaves. I took this poetic photo with super macro lens. This kind of lotus is called Nelumbo lutea, also known as the American Yellow Lotus. It is a rare species of lotus with soft pale-yellow petals. In the quiet after the rain, dragonflies hover above the water. A light breeze stirs the willow trees along the shore, sending tiny ripples across the lake. The lotus remains a symbol of purity and resilience, standing gracefully in the water.
夏季湖面上盛开着荷花，粉色和黄色的花瓣与深绿色的叶子形成鲜明对比。我用超微距镜头拍下了这张富有诗意的照片。这种荷花又名美国黄荷。它是一种稀有的莲花，花瓣柔软，呈淡黄色。雨后的寂静中，蜻蜓在水面上盘旋。微风吹拂岸边的柳树，湖面上泛起阵阵涟漪。莲花优雅地矗立在水中，是纯洁和坚韧的象征。
The birds hopped and fluttered across the park, pecking at the crumbs scattered by visitors. Some sat serenely beneath the willows, ruffling their feathers as they relaxed in the warmth of the sun. Their soft and rhythmic calls blended with the sounds of rustling leaves. There was a quiet beauty in watching the birds cozily eating together, as they were savoring the simple pleasures of life.
鸟儿在公园里跳跃飞舞，啄食着游客散落的面包屑。它们安静地栖息柳下，在温暖的阳光下梳理羽毛享受鸟生。轻柔而有节奏的叫声与树叶沙沙作响的声音交织在一起。目睹鸟儿们舒适地一起进食，享受着生活中简单的乐趣，有一种自然平和的美感。
When I walked through the street of Kunming, I passed several ancient buildings which were not tourist sites but having some historic meaning. The Confucious temple was originally built during the Yuan Dynasty and later expanded in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. The Lingxing Gate serves as the grand entrance to the Confucius Temple, embodying both spiritual significance and architectural beauty. As the first structure one encounters when approaching the temple, this ornate gate symbolizes respect for knowledge, wisdom, and Confucian ideals. Lingxing originates from ancient Chinese astronomy, referring to a mythical star believed to govern wisdom and intellect.
漫步在昆明的街道，我还经过了几座古老的建筑，它们虽然不是旅游景点，但具有一些历史意义。昆明文庙始建于元代，后来在明清时期进行了扩建。图中的棂星门是文庙的大门，兼具精神意义和建筑美学。作为走近文庙的必经之路，这座大门象征着对知识智慧和儒家思想的尊重。棂星起源于中国古代天文学，指的是一颗掌管智慧和才智的星神。
Kunming’s Confucius Temple served as an important educational and ceremonial center, where scholars and students would gather to study Confucian classics and take imperial exams in the history. The temple reflects the deep respect for Confucianism, embodying principles of morality, discipline, and scholarly pursuit. Dacheng Hall in this photo is the main hall, dedicated to Confucius, features elegant wooden beams, golden inscriptions, and a solemn statue of the Confucius. Many girls studying in school came here to take beautiful photos wearing traditional Chinese clothes, characterized by wide sleeves, layered robes, crossed collars and delicate embroidery.
昆明孔庙是历史上重要的教育和礼仪中心，文人学子们聚集在这里研习儒家经典，参加科举考试。孔庙体现了对儒家思想的尊崇，以及对道德、纪律和学术追求的原则。照片中的大成殿是供奉孔子的正殿，有优雅的木梁、金色的碑文和庄严的孔子雕像。许多上学的女孩身着宽袖、多层长袍、交叉领和精致的刺绣为特点的汉服来这里拍摄美丽动人的照片。
This monument near a simple street is very small but it recorded the most miserable and sore history for Chinese. Usually, people will not notice it even if pass by. However, I visited it purposely and took this photo. Everyone who is familiar with Chinese history will feel a stabbing pain in the chest when visiting this monument.
图中的这个永历帝纪念碑位于一条简陋的街道旁，规模很小，却记载了汉人最悲惨痛苦的历史。通常游人即使路过也不会注意到它。然而我特意去参观并拍下了这张照片。每个熟悉中国历史的人看到这个纪念碑都会感到胸口一阵刺痛。
Three hundred years ago, the last Dynasty led by Chinese – Ming fell when the Manchu-led Qing Dynasty captured Beijing in 1644. However, remnants of the Ming loyalists like Zheng Chenggong, refusing to accept Qing rule, formed a series of Southern Ming governments across the south, with Zhu Youlang becoming one of the last claimants to the Ming throne. Finally, the military force of Qing pushed deep into Yunnan which was the last territory of Ming and the emperor Yongli was strangled with a bowstring near the Cui Lake, marking the end of the Ming imperial bloodline. This monument stands as a solemn reminder of the fall of the Ming Dynasty and the resistance against the Qing conquest in the 17th century. Afterwards, the whole China was under the control of Manchu until the revolution in 1911.
1644 年满族人建立的清朝攻占北京，历史上最后一个由汉人领导的王朝明朝悲惨灭亡。然而许多像郑成功这样的明朝死忠拒绝接受清朝统治，在南方建立了一系列南明政权，永历帝朱由榔成为明朝皇室的最后遗珠。后来清朝的军队深入南明最后的领土云南，永历皇帝在昆明翠湖附近被弓弦勒死，标志着明朝皇室血脉的终结。这座纪念碑如今仍然提醒游客明朝的灭亡和 17 世纪反清的斗争。至此后，直到 1911 年辛亥革命胜利, 整个中国一直处于满族的控制之下。
When I read this story, I felt a deep sorrow since Ming dynasty had controlled a larger piece of territory and how did they lose? I think that there are several reasons. Firstly, The Ming Dynasty had been facing serious internal problems by the early 17th century. Corruption, economic mismanagement, and factionalism of Donglin party weakened the central authority. Secondly, the Ming military was weakened seriously by inadequate funding since the central government could not collect enough tax from local authorities. Thirdly, the emperor Chongzhen was really a poor leader and could not believe candidly in his generals like Yuan Chonghuan and every prime ministers. Finally, the fall of the Ming was caused by a combination of internal decay, poor leadership, and external pressures. In contrast, the Qing were more unified, militarily superior, and able to rule the whole China.
以史为鉴可以知得失，这段历史着实令我感到深深的悲哀，明朝控制了如此大的一块领土，他们是如何最终失败的呢？我认为有几个原因。首先，在17世纪初，明朝已经面临严重的内部问题。腐败、经济管理不善和东林党的派系斗争削弱了中央权力。其次，由于中央政府无法从地方当局征收足够的税收，明朝军队的战斗力因资金不足而被严重削弱。第三，崇祯皇帝着实是一个糟糕的领导者，他一直不相信也不能坦诚对待他任命的大将，比如袁崇焕以及各位内阁首相。最后，在我看来明朝的覆灭是内部衰败、领导不力和外部压力共同造成的。相比之下，当时的清朝更加团结一心，军事上更强大，所以能够最终统治整个中国。
Of course it is important keep a better mood during travel. Afterwards I got rid of the bad memory immersed in the history three hundred years ago and continued my travel of second day in the old town of Guandu. The earliest historical records of Guandu date back to the Nanzhao kingdom. Guandu acted as a ferry and also a linking point in the region. I liked the paifang at the entrance. It could best represent the Chinese culture. The roof is curved with eaves that flare upwards and the columns of the paifang are adorned with detailed carvings, depicting dragons.
旅行中保持好心情当然是最重要，接下来我将沉浸在三百年前历史的伤痛回忆抛之脑后，继续第二天在官渡古镇的旅行。这个古镇最早的记载可以追溯到南诏国。官渡这个渡口是当时这个区域的集散地。我很喜欢入口处的牌坊，它最能代表中国的文化。牌坊顶呈弧形，檐向上张开，牌坊的柱子上装饰着精细的龙雕刻。
When I arrived at the town in the morning, this historic building of unique style drew my attention. The Vajra Pagoda at Miaozhan Temple is really a historically significant Buddhist structure. The Vajra meaning “diamond” is a sacred symbol in Buddhism, represents indestructible strength and spiritual power. The Vajra Pagoda is over 700 years old. Its construction reflects the fusion of Han Chinese and Indian Buddhist architectural styles, which is spread along the ancient Tea Horse Road. The layout of the pagoda includes its central tower surrounded by smaller stupas.
早上抵达小镇时，这座风格独特的历史建筑吸引了我的注意。妙瞻寺的金刚塔是一座颇具历史意义的佛教建筑。金刚是佛教中的神圣象征，代表着坚不可摧的力量和精神。金刚塔已有700多年历史。它的建造反映了汉族和印度佛教建筑风格的融合，这种风格在古老的茶马古道上广为流传。这座金刚塔的布局包括中央的大塔，以及周围环绕着较小的舍利塔。
Many restaurants in this old town sells the local delicacies and street food. Among them the most famous food must be Yunnan’s signature dish, crossing-the-bridge noodles.
古镇里有很多餐厅出售当地特色小吃。其中最著名的美食当属云南的招牌美食——过桥米线。
The dish’s poetic name comes from a heartwarming folk tale. Long ago, a scholar studied in seclusion on an island pavilion, preparing for the imperial exams. His wife brought him meals daily, but the food often turned cold by the time she crossed the bridge to reach him. One day, she discovered that boiling chicken fat could seal the heat of the broth. She carried the hot soup, noodles, and ingredients separately, assembling the dish on-site so her husband could enjoy a fresh, hot meal. Afterwards, the dish was called “Crossing-the-Bridge Noodles”, symbolizing love, dedication, and nourishment.’
这道菜的诗意名字来自一个温馨的民间故事。很久以前，一位书生在一座岛上的亭子里闭门读书，准备科举考试。他的妻子每天会给他送饭，但当她过了桥后，饭菜往往都已经凉了。有一天，她发现煮沸的鸡油可以封住汤的热度。于是她把热汤、面条和配料分开给丈夫带来，在当场把它们混合，这样她的丈夫就可以享用一顿热腾腾的饭菜了。后来，这道菜被称为“过桥米线”，它也象征着爱情和奉献。
The soul of the dish is the scalding broth, often made from chicken bones, pork bones, and ham, simmered for hours. Soft, silky rice noodles are served separately and added to the soup just before eating. A variety of ingredients like chicken, pork, fish, quail eggs, tofu skin, bean sprouts, spinach, Chinese chives, lettuce are served raw on small plates, ready to cook in the hot broth.
这道菜的灵魂在于滚烫的汤，汤头通常由鸡骨、猪骨和火腿熬制而成，再炖上几个小时。柔软丝滑的米粉单独上桌，食用前加入汤中。鸡肉、猪肉、鱼、鹌鹑蛋、豆腐皮、豆芽、菠菜、韭菜、生菜等各种食材都盛放在小盘子里，随时准备下入热汤中煮熟。
In the afternoon, I had a trek in the Western Hill Park. The park is a green paradise with dense forests, winding trails, and vivid wildflowers. This hill is not so tall. This kind of scenic paths made of wood wound through the forest, leading me to temples and caves uphill. It was a cloudy day, and the temperature is suitable for hike in the mountains.
下午，我选择在西山公园徒步。公园里是一片绿色天堂，森林茂密，小径蜿蜒曲折，野花盛开。这座山海拔并不高。这种用木头制成的观景小路蜿蜒穿过森林，引导我上山前往各处寺庙和洞穴。这一天是阴天，气温非常适合在山上徒步。
Travelers can choose to take bus or walk towards the top of hill. However, if they take bus, they will miss the beauties along the hill way. For me, I tried to discover every point on the way. The Taihua Temple founded in Yuan Dynasty in the photo is a tranquil Buddhist sanctuary. Surrounded by ancient trees, blooming flowers, and misty mountain air, Taihua Temple offers visitors a serene escape from the city’s bustle.
游客可以选择乘坐巴士或步行前往山顶。不过如果乘坐巴士，他们会错过山路沿途的美景。对我来说不会错过探索沿途的每一个景点。照片中建于元朝的太华寺是一座宁静的佛教圣地。太华寺周围环境古树环绕，鲜花盛开，山间空气迷蒙，为游客提供远离城市喧嚣的宁静之地。
Taihua Temple is famous for its beautiful courtyard gardens. Walking through the temple grounds feels like stepping into a living painting. Towering cypresses and pines, some over 600 years old, shade the stone pathways. Small pools with lotus flowers and koi fish add to the temple’s sense of tranquil harmony.
太华寺以其美丽的庭院花园而闻名。漫步在寺庙内，仿佛在观摩一幅生动的画作。院里高耸的柏松有些已有600多年的历史，为石板路遮荫。小水池里盛开着莲花，养着锦鲤，为寺庙增添了宁静和谐的气息。
I enjoyed the gentle rustle of leaves and chirping of birds. When I gazed at the lotus in the pond, my minds were scattered like the droplets of rain sprinkled on the leaves. My brain was filled by one famous Chinese poetry: 骤雨过，似琼珠乱撒，打遍新荷。人生百年有几，念良辰美景，休放虚过。It means: After the sudden rain, like scattered jade pearls, beating upon the fresh lotus leaves. In a fleeting life of a hundred years, how many such moments remain? Treasure these beautiful times — let them not slip away in vain.
我欣赏着树叶沙沙作响和鸟儿叽叽喳喳的声音。当我凝视着池塘里的荷花时，我的思绪像雨滴一样散落在叶子上。我的脑海里涌现出了一首元曲：骤雨过，似琼珠乱撒，打遍新荷。人生百年有几，念良辰美景，休放虚过。人生短暂百年，能有多少这样的瞬间？珍惜这些美好的时光，不要让它们白白逝去。
For me, travel is like a way of relaxation after tedious work. Treasure these beautiful moments on the way of travel and treasure what I have owned is so important.
对我来说，旅行就像是繁琐工作之后的一种放松方式，珍惜旅行途中这些美好的瞬间，珍惜自己当下所拥有的一切，这很重要。
Hidden among the ancient trees and serene courtyards of Taihua Temple, a cluster of weathered stupas rises quietly, their surfaces draped in soft green moss. Overhanging ancient pines and cypress trees filter the sunlight, casting a dappled glow on the stupas. Dewdrops after rain bead on the moss, shimmering like pearls. The moist air fills with the earthy fragrance of soil, stabbing my nose.
太华寺古树成荫，庭院幽静，一簇饱经风霜的佛塔静静耸立，塔面覆盖着柔软的绿色苔藓。高耸的古松古柏透入一缕阳光，在佛塔上投下斑驳的光辉。雨后的露珠落在苔藓上，像珍珠一样闪闪发光。潮湿的空气中弥漫着泥土香气，扑鼻而来。
Perched high on the summit of Western Hills, the Dragon Gate is a breathtaking stone-carved grotto and archway. This was the destination of my trip. The path to Dragon Gate is an adventurous climb, with steep staircases and stone steps hugging the cliff. I took this memorable photo on the narrow passageways winding along the cliff, and behind me it was the inscription of two words Dragon Gate.
龙门位于西山最高处，是一座令人叹为观止的石窟和拱门。这是我此行的最终目的地。通往龙门的路是一条冒险之路，陡峭的楼梯和石阶紧贴悬崖。我在沿着悬崖蜿蜒的狭窄通道上拍下了这张令人难忘的照片，我的身后就是“龙门”两字的铭文。
Stepping through the Dragon Gate feels like walking into the sky. The ledge juts out over the mountainside. Dianchi Lake at the bottom stretches out like a giant mirror, reflecting the changing hues of the sky. The landscape seems to merge with the horizon, making it feel as if I was standing at the edge of the world.
穿过龙门，仿佛就像在天空中漫游。岩架在西山山腰上突兀而出。山脚的滇池就像一面巨大的镜子一样向远方延伸，反射出天空不断变化的色调。远处的风景似乎与地平线融为一体，让我感觉自己此刻就站在世界的边缘。
For my trip of third day, I visited this Yuantong temple which is the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in the city, with a history spanning over 1,200 years. I liked its tranquil atmosphere, ornate architecture, and harmonious integration with nature. Located in the city center, it is a nice place for relaxation.
昆明之行的第三天，我参观了圆通寺，它是这座城市最古老规模最大的佛教寺庙，拥有1200多年的历史。我喜欢它宁静的氛围、华丽的建筑以及与自然的和谐融合。它位于市中心，亦是一个放松的好地方。
Unlike many temples built on mountain peaks, Yuantong Temple sits at a low point. The landscape here left me a deep impression. A large pond with blooming lotus flowers surrounds the main hall, connected by stone bridges that lead visitors over the water. The temple courtyards are adorned with ancient trees, meticulously pruned bonsai, and stone lanterns. Like other places in Kunming, the temple is adorned with many beautiful flowers of different colors.
与许多建在山顶上的寺庙不同，圆通寺地势较低。这里的风景给我留下了深刻的印象。大殿周围是盛开莲花的大池塘，池塘由石桥连接引导游客继续前行。寺庙庭院里种满了古树、装饰这精心修剪的盆景和石灯笼。和昆明的其他地方一样，寺庙里也种满了各种颜色的美丽花朵，尽显春城本色。
Yuantong Temple has blend of architectural styles, where traditional Chinese temple design meets the graceful elegance of Thai influences. This fusion reflects Yunnan’s historical connection with Southeast Asia through trade, religion, and cultural exchange. The intricate carvings on the walls and mutiple upward-curving eaves, resembling the multi-tiered roofs of Thai temples.
圆通寺的建筑风格融合了多种风格，传统中国寺庙设计与泰国风格的优雅融合在一起。这种融合反映了云南与东南亚在贸易、宗教和文化交流方面的历史联系。墙壁上精雕细琢，向上弯曲的多层屋檐类似于泰国寺庙的屋顶。
There is a natural rock formation located within the grounds of Yuantong Temple. Its poetic name means screen embracing the sunset. The Danxia-style cliffs behind the main hall serve as a natural backdrop, glowing in colorful hues as if the mountain itself is a celestial canvas capturing the changing colors of the sky. Danxia Landform is a kind of red sandstone formations shaped by millions of years of weathering and erosion, creating steep cliffs, layered ridges, and vivid colors. The landscape is extraordinary with the colors of nature blended seamlessly with the calm elegance of this temple.
圆通寺内有一块天然形成的岩石。其诗意的名字纳霞屏意为拥抱日落的屏风。主殿后面的丹霞悬崖是天然的背景，散发着五彩缤纷的色彩，仿佛山峰本身就是一幅天体画布，捕捉着天空变幻的色彩。丹霞地貌是一种红色砂岩地貌，经过数百万年的风化和侵蚀，形成了陡峭的悬崖、层层叠叠的山脊和鲜艳的色彩形成了非凡的景色，大自然的色彩与这座寺庙的宁静优雅完美地融合一体。
The weather of Kun Ming is capricious, with clear skies turning into thunderstorms within minutes. Sometimes it is common to see the sky being split, with half bathed in golden light and half shadowed by drifting clouds. This photo was taken in the park of Daguan Tower which was the last scenic spot visited in Kun Ming.
昆明的天气变化无常，常常晴空万里后转眼间就雷雨交加。这种天气下的天空仿佛被分成两半，一半沐浴在金色的阳光中，一半被飘浮的云彩所笼罩，这张照片是在大观楼公园拍摄的，这也是昆明之旅的最后一个景点。
The Daguan Tower is a historical pavilion standing proudly on the shores of Dianchi Lake. It was first constructed during the Kangxi reign in the Qing Dynasty. Sun Ranweng, a Qing Dynasty scholar, wrote a 180 characters couplet that immortalized the tower in Chinese literary history.
大观楼是一座屹立在滇池之畔的古楼阁，始建于清康熙年间，清代文人孙染翁曾为大观楼题撰写了一副180字的对联，使大观楼在中国文学史上永垂不朽。
The content of couplet is :
这幅对联的内容是：
五百里滇池奔来眼底，披襟岸帻，喜茫茫空阔无边。看：东骧神骏，西翥灵仪，北走蜿蜒，南翔缟素。高人韵士何妨选胜登临。趁蟹屿螺洲，梳裹就风鬟雾鬓；更苹天苇地，点缀些翠羽丹霞，莫辜负：四围香稻，万顷晴沙，九夏芙蓉，三春杨柳。
数千年往事注到心头，把酒凌虚，叹滚滚英雄谁在？想：汉习楼船，唐标铁柱，宋挥玉斧，元跨革囊。伟烈丰功费尽移山心力。尽珠帘画栋，卷不及暮雨朝云；便断碣残碑，都付与苍烟落照。只赢得：几杵疏钟，半江渔火，两行秋雁，一枕清霜。
Couplet is a form of traditional Chinese literature, a pair of lines in poetry that usually rhyme and have the same or similar length and rhythm. This couplet is known as the first long couplet in the long history of 3000 years. It captures the grand scale of the landscape, while also reflecting on the rise and fall of previous dynasties — blending natural beauty of Kun Ming with historical contemplation.
对联是中国传统文学的一种形式，是一对押韵的诗句，长度和韵脚相同。这副对联被称为3000年来历史上的第一长联。它描述了风景的宏伟，同时也反映了前朝的兴衰——将昆明的自然美景与历史沉淀融为一体。
The tower offers a sweeping view of the lake’s shimmering waters, with boats gliding across the surface. The gardens surrounding the tower are dotted with lotus ponds, which bloom in summer. Graceful willow trees hang over the stone-paved paths, their branches dipping into the water, creating a poetic atmosphere. It is a perfect place where poets mused, scholars sighed, and travelers pondered life’s impermanence.
大观楼眺望滇池风景，湖水波光粼粼，船只穿梭其间。周围的花园里点缀着荷花池，夏季荷花盛开。优美的柳树垂悬在石板路上，枝条垂入水中，营造出诗情画意。这里是诗人沉思冥想、学者感叹历代兴亡和旅行者思考人生无常的绝佳场所。
As the sun set over Dianchi Lake, casting golden reflections on the water, and the Western Hills faded into soft silhouettes, it’s hard not to feel a gentle tug at the heart. Now when I write this blog, every photo is more like a souvenir of beauty and wonder of this extraordinary voyage. This is the meaning of travel, snapshot of every moment of passing with memorable photo. Kunming, with its blossoming flowers, ancient histories, and amazing landscapes, is a city that lingers in my soul long even after I have left.
夕阳西下，在滇池水面上投下金色的倒影，西山的轮廓的剪影渐渐暗淡，很难不感到内心一阵温柔的牵动。现在当我写这篇博客时，每一张照片都更像是这次旅程的一段美好鲜活的回忆。这就是旅行的意义，用令人难忘的照片记录下每一个过往的回忆。昆明，繁花似锦，历史悠久，风景秀丽，是一座在我别离后仍久久萦绕在我灵魂中的城市。
Gone like the wind 