An autumn trip to China's southern state of Yunnan. I started in Kunming, the state capital. Nearby was the well known Stone Forest and the lesser known Jiuxiang scenic area. Later I flew to the popular tourist town of Lijiang, famed for its Old Town with its cobblestoned laneways and picturesque canals. Perhaps Lijiang's most photographed spot is the famous Black Dragon Pool where I lingered for several hours early one morning waiting for the best light before taking these snaps.