Weining is a city of over a million people in Guizhou. Weining is on the tourist circuit solely because of its proximity to Cao Hai Lake. The city and nearby country side are also home to significant populations of several minority groups, including Miao, Hui and Yi.
Taxi meters are obsolete in Weining. The typical fare is ¥5 within town. Fares from further away typically range from ¥10-15 depending on the distance traveled and the number of passengers.
Market days occur on days that end with 3, 6 or 9. There is no central market. Rather, farmers pour into the city and set up in a handful of areas.
Otherwise, there are three main fruit and vegetable markets in town, the largest near Caiyuan Lu and the mosque, one on the eastern edge of town off of Minheng Lu.
There are a handful of good restaurants and noodle places down the street from the main entrance to the lake.
Weining is also known for its excellent cured ham.
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