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WHY KUNMING
CHINA?

Known as the "Spring City," Kunming is home to some of the most pleasant and mildest climates in all of China.

THE CITY OF KUNMING

THE MILDEST AND MOST PLEASANT WEATHER IN CHINA
THE MILDEST AND MOST PLEASANT WEATHER IN CHINA

THE MILDEST AND MOST PLEASANT WEATHER IN CHINA

    Kunming is called “Spring City.” High temperatures average around 21C (69F), and lows are typically around 10C (50F). Kunming also has some of the cleanest air and bluest skies of any Chinese city. Kunming has the most comfortable and pleasant climate for learning Chinese in China.

    EASY TO GET AROUND
    EASY TO GET AROUND

    EASY TO GET AROUND

      Kunming is the capital of Yunnan province. Yunnan is one of China’s southern provinces, bordering Vietnam and Laos to the south, Myanmar to the West, and mountainous Tibet to the northwest. This makes Kunming, near the center of Yunnan, a perfect springboard for further travel in Asia. When Keats students, especially long-term students, find themselves a little tired when studying Chinese, they usually travel to Vietnam or Thailand for about 4 to 5 days.

      WHY TAKE a Chinese immersion program in Kunming?

      BETTER WEATHER

      No matter where you are from, you will appreciate the mild climate here. Compared to other cities in China, Kunming is one of the most livable cities due to its great weather. If you want a city with the best climate, learn Chinese in Kunming, Yunnan.

      CLEANER AIR

      Clear blue sky with fluffy white clouds makes everyday life in Kunming pleasant. Kunming enjoys superior air quality primarily due to its unique geography and favourable climate. The city’s longstanding title “City of Eternal Spring” reflects these conditions. Compared to many lowland and northern Chinese metropoles, Kunming faces fewer challenges from heavy industry and coal heating, resulting in reliably fresher, cleaner air for its residents. As the capital city of Yunnan Province, Kunming experiences some of the lowest levels of air pollution in China.

      MORE AFFORDABLE

      Kunming offers greater affordability compared to China’s first-tier coastal cities, primarily due to its lower cost of living. Daily expenses, including local food, transportation, and services, are also more modest while maintaining good quality. While not the cheapest in China, its affordability is enhanced by a relaxed pace of life and rich natural amenities, like its perennial spring climate, which reduce the need for expensive climate control. This balance of low costs and high livability provides exceptional value, making it an attractive and sustainable base for many residents.

      MORE CULTURAL DIVERSITY

      Despite China’s fast development, Kunming in Yunnan retains traditional Chinese culture making it a very interesting and fun blend. Yunnan hosts almost half of the Chinese ethnic minorities, meaning there is an endless diversity of culture with a rich history – good news for food lovers. China has 56 minority groups and Yunnan is home for 26 minority groups.

      SMOOTHER TRANSITION

      Affordability, a smooth visa process, and a relaxed class environment make for an unbeatable combination. If you are looking for the most affordable Mandarin Chinese language program in China, welcome to study at Keats in Kunming, Yunnan.

      AMAZING LANDSCAPES

      In Yunnan Province, Kunming has some excellent nearby travel locations, such as Dali, Shangri-la, Lijiang, and Xishuangbanna. Yunnan also forms the border of South East Asia. Surrounded by many beautiful destinations, Kunming, as a tourist city, stands out from other cities in China. If you learn Chinese in Yunnan, you will have the opportunity to explore the fantastic landscapes in Yunnan and meet the hospitable and down-to-earth locals. If you have not made up your mind about where to study in China, Kunming in Yunnan should come up to the top of your list. Keats has 18 locations in Yunnan where you can choose to study Chinese at.

      Learn Chinese in KUNMING CHINA

      MANY EXCITING DESTINATIONS AWAIT YOUR DISCOVERY RIGHT IN YUNNAN
      MANY EXCITING DESTINATIONS AWAIT YOUR DISCOVERY RIGHT IN YUNNAN

      MANY EXCITING DESTINATIONS AWAIT YOUR DISCOVERY RIGHT IN YUNNAN

        These include the mysterious Xishuangbanna, a tropical world with many plants; Dali, the ancient kingdom capital; beautiful Lijiang, a city under the snow-capped Jade Dragon Mountain; Puzhehei, a place that is even more beautiful than Guilin; Yuanyang with the rice terrace acknowledged by UNESCO as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage Site; Jianshui, a national famous historical and cultural town; Tengchong, a historical and cultural city located on the China-Myanmar border in the western part of Yunnan Province; and Jingmai Mountain, a place where the famous Pu’er tea is grown. These sites attract thousands of visitors for their colorful minority culture and fantastic scenery.

        Ethnic Diversity
        Ethnic Diversity

        Ethnic Diversity

          One of the biggest draws for tourists coming to Kunming or students studying Mandarin Chinese in Yunnan (besides the great weather and cleanest air) is the city‘s ethnic diversity. Tibetans, Hui, Bai, Dai, Yi, Naxi, and other groups contribute to a cultural melting pot that differentiates Kunming from most other major Chinese cities.

          SEASONS AND CLIMATE

          Kunming, the capital city of the Yunnan Province, is famously known as the “Spring City“, because every season is like Spring. No matter where you are from, you will appreciate the mild climate here. Compared to other cities in China, Kunming is one of the most livable cities due to its great weather. It is neither too cold in the winter nor too hot in the summer.

          GLOBAL TRAVEL TIME

          • ASIA

            From Beijing: 3 Hours
            From Shanghai: 3 Hours
          • USA

            From New York: 25 Hours
            From Los Angeles: 23 Hours
          • EUROPE

            From London: 25 Hours
            From Paris: 23 Hours

          Learn Chinese in Kunming

          The Yunnan province is located in southwest China and borders Vietnam and Laos on the south, Myanmar on the west, and mountainous Tibet on the northwest. This makes Kunming, located near the center of Yunnan, a perfect springboard for further travel in Asia and a unique blend of food, culture, and environment. When Keats’ students, especially long-term students, need a study break, they can easily travel to Vietnam, Thailand, or anywhere else in China.

          Learn Chinese in Kunming

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          OVER 10000+ STUDENTS HAVE STUDIED AT KEATS

          Andrew testimonial for keats chinese school

          Andrew | USA

          Intensive One-on-One Chinese Classes

          I am a graduate student working on my doctorate degree at Columbia University. We were able to really focus on speaking especially interview-style speaking and we are able to really up my Chinese reading and writing skills, so when I go back to Columbia, I can take formal Chinese classes. It has been a really good experience and I really love my teacher.

          Joleen | Germany

          Intensive One-on-One Chinese Classes

          About studying Chinese here, I think the living condition is very convenient because the dorm is very close to the classroom. Our teachers really enjoy teaching Chinese. They are also very passionate. Compared with other cities in China, Kunming has really good weather.

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          Matteo | Italy

          Small Group Chinese Class

          I really enjoy studying Chinese in Kunming at Keats. The teachers are great and my classmates are awesome. It is an unforgettable experience for me. I also got the chance to travel to other places in Yunnan. Those places are amazing and you definitely need to visit these places when you study Chinese in China at Keats.

          Kim | UK

          Intensive One-on-One Chinese Classes

          I’ve had an amazing time at Keats. I am amazed at how much I’ve learned over the last 3 weeks and I will be really sad to go. We are already planning on our next trip of coming back because we had such a fantastic time here. They really tailor the Chinese language course to you and your individual needs.

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          Faith | UK

          Intensive One-on-One Chinese Classes

          I have 2 teachers, and I do 4 hours a day. So I have got Dong Laoshi and Jin Laoshi. Both of them are very good. They made the experience very nice to me. They are willing to help you whenever, so if you ever have a question here, the teachers are always there to help you whether it is visas, whether it is getting around the city. Everyone wants to talk to you.

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          Josh | USA

          Small Group Chinese Class

          I really had a wonderful experience at the school. The teachers are very very friendly. In my class, we practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing. We play games and other fun activities. We have trips around town. The staff at Keats is phenomenal. My teacher is one of the best teachers I have ever had in my educational experience. She comes in with a smile every day.

          Simon testimonial for keats chinese school

          Simon | UK & France

          Small Group Chinese Class

          The visa application was really straightforward, because Keats School helps us a lot with that. Keats has a big emphasis on conversational practice, so we learn a lot of vocabulary and daily life plans which is very convenient for us to go around town and speak with Chinese people which is the whole point of learning Chinese in China.

          嶋田京子 | Japan

          Intensive One-on-One Chinese Classes

          Kunming’s scenery is very beautiful. It is the best place to study Chinese in China. My favorite learning method at Keats School is one-on-one because it is suitable for everyone. My teacher is very good, very caring, and lovely. My life when learning Chinese in Kunming is very good and the weather is very good. The air is very good. It is good for the elderly’s body.

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