Shiping County


Shiping County is a county in the Honghe Hani and Yi Autonomous Prefecture in the southern part of the Yunnan province, China. It is located about from Kunming, the provincial capital. The county has a population of approximately 280,000 and its area is.

Notable sights

The county features many gardens and colorful murals. Yilong Lake, a large fresh water lake with a surface area of 32 square km, is particularly notable for its scenery, including the colorful lotus flowers that bloom on its surface. It is located about east of the county seat.
The Xiushan Temple is located southwest of the county seat. It was constructed during the Tang Dynasty and renamed Xiushan Temple during the Ming Dynasty.

Ethnic groups

Shiping County has the following ethnic groups.
The county is known throughout China for its traditional dances and songs. The Yi people of Shiping County who live near Yilong Lake perform a form of traditional music called hǎicài qiāng.

Cuisine

Among the county's culinary specialties is Shípíng dòufu. Agricultural products include fruits such as
oranges and yangmei.

Notable residents

The Qing Dynasty scholar and civil servant Yuan Jiagu lived in Shiping County, and his home was named on November 16, 1993, for preservation as a “provincial level cultural relic”.

Climate