It is also home to the largest ethnic minority population in China, with 26 groups living in the region. It is a place of great colour and distinction, which is reflected in the traditional dress, arts and crafts.
	Kunming, Yunnan's attractive capital, sits at an altitude of 2,000 meters, and is known as the Spring City. The delightful provincial towns of Dali and Lijiang, with their traditional architecture, ethnic cultures and natural scenic beauty, match the breathtaking scenery of Kunming's famous Stone Forest.