Kunming serves as a hub of the diverse flavors of Yunnan, and is a gathering place of Yunnan-style delicacies. The city is home to numerous time-honored Yunnan cuisine restaurants, where ethnic dishes are widely enjoyed. Wild mushrooms, mountain vegetables, fresh flowers, and fruit add to the tantalizing array, while a wide variety of distinctive local snacks make strolling and indulging in culinary delights the best choice when visiting Kunming.
Kunming boasts a year-round air quality with an excellent rate of 99 percent, and the city's forest coverage extends to 52.62 percent. Positioned as the center of biodiversity, Kunming is rich in both hot spring resources and traditional Chinese herbal products.