South China Karst 1999, Preliminary Research in Yunnan

South China Karst 1999, Preliminary Research in Yunnan presents key findings on the geological characteristics of karst landscapes in Yunnan Province, China. The study, conducted by researchers from the Karst Research Institute ZRC SAZU and their Chinese counterparts, focuses on the unique formations of 'shilin' (stone forests) and tower karst structures around Babao and Puzhehei regions. These formations exhibit distinct geological features that contribute to the understanding of karst development in subtropical environments. The research employed field observations and analyses to document these landscapes, which are less explored in tourist literature. This work builds on prior studies published in 'South China Karst' (1998) and provides preliminary insights into the complex processes shaping these iconic karst formations.

Kogovšek, J., Kranjc, A., Slabe, T., & Šebela, S. (2016). South China Karst 1999, Preliminary Research in Yunnan. Acta Carsologica, 28(2). https://doi.org/10.3986/ac.v28i2.495