Kunming

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/kunming

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. Where is Kunming?Capital city of Yunnan Province, People's Republic of China
2. How many people live in Kunming?Approximately 8.5 million residents
3. How big is Kunming?Approximately 21,000 square kilometers
4. What is the capital of Kunming?Kunming
5. When was Kunming built?Established over 2,400 years ago
6. Why is Kunming called the "City of Eternal Spring"?Kunming has mild temperatures all year because of its high altitude, with average temperatures around 15-17°C. This keeps flowers blooming year‑round, earning it the nickname "City of Eternal Spring."

Subtropical highland climate: A climate type found at high altitudes in subtropical regions, characterized by mild temperatures year-round.
Southern Silk Road: An ancient network of trade routes connecting China with Southeast Asia, with Kunming as a key junction.
UNESCO World Heritage site: A place recognized by UNESCO for its outstanding universal value, deserving protection and preservation.
Belt and Road Initiative: A global infrastructure development strategy adopted by the Chinese government to invest in more than 150 countries and international organizations.