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Qujing Hot Springs

Qujing, Yunnan, China
Qujing Hot Springs
Location
Qujing, Yunnan, China
Water type
bicarbonate
Temperature
39 °C
pH
8

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
39 °C
LowHigh

Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.

Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh

Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

BicarbonatesSodiumCalcium

Qujing Hot Springs is a natural geothermal destination in Qujing City, Yunnan Province, southwestern China, where bicarbonate mineral waters emerge from the complex geological formations of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau at comfortable therapeutic temperatures. Yunnan's exceptional geological and biological diversity — born of its position at the intersection of the Tibetan Plateau, subtropical plains, and Southeast Asian highlands — gives the thermal waters of Qujing a distinctive mineral profile shaped by the province's ancient volcanic and tectonic history. The springs are used in traditional Chinese medicine-informed wellness treatments that align with Yunnan's deep heritage of ethnic minority healing practices and natural medicine. Qujing Hot Springs offers a genuinely local and authentic thermal experience in one of China's most culturally and ecologically diverse provinces, far from the polished mega-resort circuits of eastern China.

Insider tip — Qujing sits on the eastern edge of Yunnan Province at moderate altitude, where faulting exposes mildly bicarbonate spring water known for skin-softening effects. The surrounding karst landscape frames outdoor pools beautifully, especially at dusk. Local visitors favour the cooler pools at around 36°C for longer soaks after hiking. Arrive early to claim a private pool pavilion before tour groups from Kunming arrive mid-morning.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 39 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.