Insiders’ guide to Kunming: what to eat, drink and do in Yunnan’s capital

Insiders’ guide to Kunming: what to eat, drink and do in Yunnan’s capital

Standing 1,900 metres above sea level, the old city of Kunming has ballooned into a metropolis of almost 6 million, double what the population was 20 years ago. Nevertheless, Yunnan’s provincial capital maintains a small-town vibe when compared with other large Chinese cities. The Old Street, running west off central Zhengyi Street, through the Flower and Bird Market, is lined with gemstone vendors, textile stores and cafes. The city’s main draw…