Dali Ancient Town is beautiful, but I won't go there again

"The wind in Xiaguan, the flowers in Shangguan, the snow on Cangshan Mountain, the moon on Erhai Lake", Dali, this poetic and romantic city, is like a slowly unfolding landscape painting. In April, with the spring breeze 🌿 and the warm sunshine ☀️, it is the perfect time to head to the ancient city of Dali and start a wonderful 48-hour trip. 📍Day 1: Stroll through the streets of the ancient city and experience the ancient charm 1️⃣ Dali Ancient Town Stepping into the ancient city of Dali is like traveling back a thousand years in time. In April, the bluestone pavement of the ancient city glows with a warm luster in the sun, the Bai ethnic group’s houses are arranged in an orderly manner, and the flying eaves and brackets show a simple and ancient charm. Strolling along Fuxing Road, you will see a wide variety of shops along the street, ranging from traditional tie-dye workshops to special handicraft shops. Walk into a cafe, order a cup of fragrant coffee, sit by the window, watch people coming and going, and feel the leisure and comfort of the ancient city😃. 📸Photography Tips: Stand in front of the gate of the ancient city, with the ancient city walls and blue sky and white clouds as the background, wear ethnic costumes, hold an oil-paper umbrella, slightly sideways, and capture the moments full of ancient charm; or walk through the alleys, with mottled walls and blooming bougainvillea as the background, squat down and gently stroke the flowers, take literary and fresh pictures, and freeze the unique charm of the ancient city. 2️⃣ Renmin Road Close to Fuxing Road, Renmin Road is full of the flavor of life and a literary and artistic atmosphere. Here you can hear street performers playing and singing folk songs with melodious voices; there are various specialty snack stalls with the aroma of milk fans and roasted bait blocks. Take a bite of the freshly baked milk fan, which is crispy and sweet, then stroll through the creative market on the roadside, pick up a few unique trinkets, and feel the freedom and casualness of Dali😋. 3️⃣ Erhai Gate (evening) In the evening, we arrived at Erhai Gate. The afterglow of the setting sun covered the city gate with a layer of golden gauze. The area under the city gate was bustling with activity, as local residents put out their own fruits and flowers for sale. Find a step to sit down, watch the sunset gradually dye the sky red, wait for the lights to come on, and feel the beauty of the ancient city's alternation of day and night. 📍Day 2: Gallop along the Erhai Lake and enjoy the vitality of spring 1️⃣ Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor In the morning, we headed to the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor. The water of Erhai Lake in April is azure blue and sparkling. Rent a bicycle 🚲 and ride along the corridor, with the breeze blowing on your face, bringing bursts of fresh lake air. Along the way, reeds swayed, water birds played, and from time to time you could see photography enthusiasts setting up their cameras to capture the beautiful moments of Erhai Lake. When you get tired of riding, just stop, sit on a bench by the lake, and quietly enjoy the scenery of the lake and mountains. 📸Photography Tips: At the viewing platform of the corridor, with the vast Erhai Lake and Cangshan Mountain in the distance as the background, open your arms and capture the moment of embracing nature, showing your vitality; or push your bicycle beside the flowers, with the blooming flowers and blue lake as the background, smile and look back, take romantic and beautiful pictures, and leave a unique travel memory. 2️⃣ Xizhou Ancient Town (special beauty in spring only) Leave the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor and head to Xizhou Ancient Town. In April, in the fields outside the ancient town, the wheat is about to mature and turns golden. In the ancient town, the traditional Bai dwellings are well preserved. The Yan Family Courtyard is exquisitely built, with amazing wood carvings, stone carvings and paintings. Walk into a Xizhou baba shop and taste the freshly-baked sweet and salty baba with a crispy outer skin and delicious filling, and feel the authentic flavor of the ancient town. 3️⃣ Dali Ancient Town (dinner) In the evening, return to Dali Ancient Town. The ancient city is brightly lit. Go to the food street, where you can find all kinds of Dali specialties, such as spicy and sour fish, casserole fish, etc. Find a popular restaurant, sit down, enjoy the delicious food, reminisce about the trip to Dali, and put a perfect end to these 48 hours 😃. 🏨【Accommodation recommendation】 It is recommended to stay in Dali Ancient Town or by the Erhai Lake. The homestays in the ancient city are full of Bai ethnic style, and you can feel the charm of the ancient city by opening the window; the sea view rooms by the Erhai Lake allow you to fall asleep accompanied by the sound of the waves of the Erhai Lake, and wake up in the morning with sunshine and lake views. Each has its own characteristics to meet different needs. 🚗【Transportation Tips】 Dali has an airport and a high-speed rail station, with convenient transportation. There are buses and taxis in the city. You can take the tourist bus or rent a car to go to Erhai Ecological Corridor, Xizhou Ancient Town and other scenic spots. The ancient city is suitable for walking tours to better experience its charm. 💬【Whispering】 In April, the ancient city of Dali has not only a profound historical and cultural heritage, but also charming natural scenery and mouth-watering food. As you hum a little tune and step into this city, you will be intoxicated in just 48 hours. Come to Dali and start your romantic journey!