Many foreign visitors come to Yunnan for its scenery, but few stay long enough to imagine living here. In a recent piece from The Globe and Mail, a retired Canadian couple spent a month wandering across the province.
They lingered by Dianchi Lake in Kunming, explored the ancient libraries and courtyards of Tengchong, soaked in Dali’s lakeside tranquility, and breathed in the tropical air of Xishuangbanna. Rather than chasing tourist spots, they slowed down to observe local life, weighing whether Yunnan could become their quiet retirement home.
Reflecting on their trip, the couple notes Yunnan is lovely yet not flawless. Their journey ends with a gentle insight: “poetry and distant lands” are ideals, not perfect places to settle. This honest account offers a heartfelt outsider’s view of Yunnan’s unique charm.
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Article title: Could we retire in China’s Yunnan province? We spent a month exploring