The bread war has begun. At Park 1903 shopping center near Dianchi, a yeast race for Kunming boulangerie (bakery shop) supremacy has started.

Just Hot just opened their fanciest boulangerie and cafe in town at 1903. Equipped with a fancy, imported Spanish kiln stone oven churning out traditional poilâne sourdoughs at 400 degrees for authentic texture and flavor. They even house an open natural yeast room with jars on display. Supposedly, they use imported ingredients like Belgian chocolates and flour. Unlike the typical Just Hot shops, a sandwich maker and barista are present here, with seating areas for patrons.

50 meters away sits the fanciest Bon Appetite bakery in town. Like Just Hot, they integrated a cafe with European style small rounded tables and seating.

150 meters away is by far Kunming's prettiest Jiahua bakery standing three-storey tall and designed like a cathedral with many seating areas. Aptly called "Jiahua Best" for their high-end atmosphere, they serve exquisite desserts not seen in other Jiahua stores.

Check back at the end of the month to see if Lucky prices are lower than the field, which if I recall are around two grand.

One of the lowest budget airlines, Lucky Air is like the AirAsia or Lion Air in the Mainland. Prices may be considerably less.

I haven't been to xj yet , but the scenery on live-streams looks jaw-dropping.

Good news. Lucky Air (祥鹏航空) may be offering direct flights from Kunming to Ürümqi at the end of this month.

@trice Yes, Zhongji Hai (中济海) is conveniently situated in residential areas. South of Shuhe residential district and northwest of Gucheng district.

The ~3 meters wide running surface seems to be made of impact-resistant, synthetic material. Probably a combination of polyurethane, rubber, and granule particles. Feet-friendly yet durability to withstand outdoor elements of UV and rain.

For this reason, the windy paths of wood panels are made of PVC or wood-plastic composite material.

This sports activity park is a safe and quiet place to run without passing motorists or traffic stops.

Nice to see locals of all ages already putting this oasis to good use... taking strolls or indulging in picnics over soft grass under tall conifer tree shades.

Although hip, including a BMX dirt track for motocross fans next to the skatepark may be overkill.

Shave 5 meters in height from that climbing wall, but add five for length.