2025 Tonghai Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in March)

💗 The seagulls kept their promise!🕊️ I was so happy to see seagulls in Yuxi, not Kunming! I didn't have high expectations because it was a bit late when I arrived, but I was so lucky! They were flying in flocks, scattered in an orderly fashion. Zoom in 👀 on their faces, they're so comical! These little elves are just too cute!😝 📍Qilu Lake Wetland Park

Friends! Dali during the off-season is absolutely amazing! 😭 This guesthouse I stayed at was next level! A private villa facing the Erhai Lake and backed by the ancient city. I didn't want to leave even after a week! - ✅ Private Villa: Super private, perfect for a family stay. ✅ Erhai Lake View: Just a few minutes' walk to Erhai Lake, enjoy the sea breeze and watch the sunrise and sunset anytime! ✅ Near Ancient City: Only 3 km from Dali Ancient City, super convenient for strolling and enjoying food and drinks! ✅ Peaceful and Quiet: Quiet and comfortable, completely undisturbed. ✅ Courtyard Activities: Barbecue, drinks, afternoon tea, chatting and basking in the sun with friends, pure bliss! - Not only did they enthusiastically recommend local cuisine, but they also provided a super detailed travel guide! I also met a group of super nice friends in the courtyard, and we chatted together, filled with joy! 💖 ㅤ 📍Address: Wenyun Guesthouse, Cai Village, Dali ㅤ Dali in spring is truly a sight to behold. If you're planning a vacation in Dali, this guesthouse is definitely worth a try! ㅤ

Finally‼️ Found my dream house in Jieyang Ancient City🏮 Friends👋, I found a B&B in Jieyang Ancient City that was converted from a "Si Dian Jin" mansion. Staying there felt like traveling back in time to a wealthy family in the Ming and Qing dynasties! I stayed three nights for just 💰200+ per night on average. It's super cost-effective, and the atmosphere at night is amazing!💯 🔥 Here are a few things I really liked: 1️⃣ Feels like living in a "Chaoshan Forbidden City" Si Dian Jin mansion🎐 This B&B was converted from a traditional Chaoshan "Si Dian Jin" house! The courtyard, carved beams, and inlaid porcelain murals... It was stunning from the moment I walked in! ✨ I heard that "Si Dian Jin" was a type of mansion that only wealthy families could build in ancient times. The layout is comparable to a Beijing courtyard house, but it pays more attention to feng shui and wealth accumulation. The courtyard gathers wind and energy, and staying there made me feel "noble." The owner has mostly preserved the original structure, and decorated it with antique furniture and old Chaoshan objects. Every photo I took looked like a traditional Chinese painting📸. 2️⃣ Second-floor platform with a direct view of Shuangfeng Temple at night! The second floor of the B&B is the best! Both the rooms and the terrace offer views of the illuminated Shuangfeng Temple⛩️. When night falls, the ancient temple is resplendent, and the lights intertwine with the lantern lights in the B&B's courtyard, creating a wonderful atmosphere✨. 3️⃣ Amazing location, steps away from food and fun The B&B is located in the heart of Jieyang Ancient City! It's a 5-minute walk👟 to Zhongshan Street, a renovated century-old arcade street, where the ancient city's night market is also located. You can find oyster pancakes, sweet soups, beef balls, and salted chicken wings🍗 here. It's a 10-minute walk to Jinxian Gate and the Qingshi Cultural Exhibition Area, where you can see Yingge dance and Chaozhou opera performances during festivals! It's also super convenient to walk to Shuangfeng Temple and Jieyang Xuegong.👍 4️⃣ Incredible value for money, super attentive service The room we booked was 💰200+ per night on average, and it was sparkling clean! The bedding was the same as in star-rated hotels, and the owner even gave us some Chaoshan snacks. So satisfying～😌 💰: 180-300 per person (even cheaper during the off-season!) 📸 Photo Tips ▪️ Wear Hanfu or modern Chinese clothing and take photos in the courtyard and under the carved doorways. The bougainvillea trees are a great spot for photos📸. ▪️ Shuangfeng Temple lights up after 7pm, so remember to grab a spot on the terrace early! ☀ Stroll, eat, and take photos of folk customs during the day, and🌙 drink tea🍵, listen to music🎶, and watch the temple lights in the century-old house at night. This is the right way to travel in Chaoshan😭. Hurry up, ladies! This place is seriously worth it!!

Tonghai County: A journey through history and nature In the central part of Yunnan, there is a small town kissed by time - Tonghai County, which belongs to Yuxi City. It does not have the hustle and bustle of a big city, but its unique charm attracts countless travelers to explore. Taking advantage of the holiday, I set foot on this charming land and started an unforgettable journey to Tonghai. Tonghai Ancient City: Touching the Veins of Time When I first arrived in Tonghai, I walked straight into Tonghai Ancient City. This ancient city with a history of more than 1,270 years was awarded the title of National Historical and Cultural City in March 2021. Strolling through the historical and cultural districts of Jiuxian and Yucheng, you will be overwhelmed by the ancient and charming atmosphere. There are many shops on the street, and more than 100 ancient houses and historical buildings have been cleverly transformed into homestays, restaurants, and tea bars, full of literary and artistic atmosphere. Walking along the 1.3-kilometer-long bonsai art theme block, you feel like you are in the world of bonsai. Each bonsai is unique and makes people stop to appreciate it. Wenxing Street is filled with a leisurely and comfortable atmosphere. I walked into a specialty snack shop, tasted the local food, and felt the bustling atmosphere of the small town. East Street and West Street are the world of gold and silver jewelry. The exquisite jewelry sparkles in the sun, fully displaying Tonghai's traditional craftsmanship. Xiushan Historical and Cultural Park: Exploring the fusion of nature and culture After leaving the ancient city, I headed to Xiushan Historical and Cultural Park. Xiushan was first built in the Han Dynasty and was expanded and renovated during the Song, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, forming seven ancient building complexes with different styles. As soon as you enter the park, you will see towering ancient trees and lush greenery, as if you have stepped into a green world. Walking slowly along the mountain road, we visited the Yuchengwang Temple, Sanyuan Palace, Puguang Temple, etc. in turn. Each temple has a unique architectural style and profound cultural heritage. The Buddha statues in the temple are solemn and majestic, and the murals are colorful, telling stories of the years. At the Qingliang Terrace, I quietly listened to the ancient music of Tonghai Cave Sutra. The melodious melody traveled through time and space, bringing me into a peaceful and harmonious state. Climbing up to the observation deck, you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of Tonghai County, which is refreshing and pleasant. Qilu Lake National Wetland Park: Encounter the beauty of nature After leaving Xiushan, I came to Qilu Lake National Wetland Park. The scenery here is pleasant, with lakes and mountains, and it is an ideal place for bird watching and walking. Strolling along the ecological trail around the lake, the breeze brings the fresh scent of the lake water to your face. The lake surface is sparkling, and seagulls fly by from time to time, adding vitality to the tranquil lake. The bonsai sightseeing garden in the wetland park has bonsai with unique shapes that are dazzling to the eyes. I rented a bicycle and rode along the lake, enjoying the beauty of nature. On the way, local residents enthusiastically told me the story of Qilu Lake, which gave me a deeper understanding of this land. Xingmeng Township: Experience the Mongolian Customs The last stop of my trip to Tonghai was Xingmeng Township, which is the place with the largest number of Mongolian people in Yunnan. As soon as you step into Xingmeng Township, the rich Mongolian style hits you in the face, with white yurts scattered around and the melodious sound of horse-head fiddle floating in the air. I visited the national traditional villages and the Mongolian Yuan Dynasty History and Culture Museum to learn about the history and culture of the Mongolian people. In Baihua Lane, you can admire the traditional Mongolian architecture and exquisite handicrafts, and feel their wisdom and creativity. At noon, we tasted Tai Chi eel, roast duck, barbecue and other special foods. The unique flavors were unforgettable. This trip to Tonghai made me fall deeply in love with this small town. Its history and culture, natural scenery and food customs all left a deep impression on me. Tonghai is like a pearl hidden in central Yunnan, waiting for more people to discover its beauty. If you also long for a trip away from the hustle and bustle and back to nature, Tonghai County is definitely the best choice.

Xiaoba Village, Yangguang Town, Tonghai County, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province is about 1 hour and 15 minutes' drive from Kunming South Railway Station (the entire journey is on the highway). It is 1,800 meters above sea level. There are 50 households and about 200 people in the village. All the villagers have the surname Yu, and they are descendants of Temujin (it is one of the many gathering places for people with the surname Yu who changed from Tiemujin to Yu). The village has retained the natural layout and style of the houses. The commune canteen was rebuilt from an old ancestral hall. Imprints of different eras and various cultural elements coexist, and the food is very authentic. Yujiaji in Guangming Township, Pujiang County, Chengdu, Sichuan is also a branch of Temujin's nine sons and ten Jinshi, and there are also some special stories about them. Tonghai·Yuxi

In ancient times, this was the gateway to western Sichuan and a major border town. In times of peace, it was a market and post station on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. In times of war, it was a solid fortress. Today, it is an ancient town on the way from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou. The ancient city is not large, but the market is bustling. It takes about 20–30 minutes to walk from one end of the main street to the other. Try the yak kebabs (CNY 1 per skewer) and handmade yogurt. Photos taken with a phone.

Yunnan, with its unique geographical location and climatic conditions, has nurtured a rich variety of ingredients and delicacies. From the foods you mentioned, we can see the purple style of Yunnan. **Qujing purple cabbage and purple cauliflower**: Qujing purple cabbage and purple cauliflower are Yunnan’s specialty vegetables. Both of these vegetables are rich in anthocyanins, which not only make them attractive in color but also delicious in taste. Among them, the purple cabbage has a tender and smooth taste and a special fragrance; while the purple cauliflower has a crispy texture and is even more delicious after absorbing the soup. **Yuxi Purple Spinach**: Yuxi’s purple spinach is a unique landscape in Yunnan. Its leaves are large and tender, giving people a whole new visual enjoyment. When cooking, you can feel its unique vegetable aroma, which blends perfectly with the soup, leaving you with an endless aftertaste. **Xiaomia Street Soy Milk and Purple Rice**: In small towns in Yunnan, soy milk and fried dough sticks are the standard breakfast. And paired with purple rice, it has a unique flavor. The richness of soy milk and the crispiness of fried dough sticks complement each other, and the delicate texture of purple rice makes this meal full of rich layers. **Yunnan beef hotpot with pickled cabbage and beef**: Speaking of Yunnan hotpot, Yunnan beef hotpot with pickled cabbage and beef is definitely not to be missed. This hotpot is made with beef and Yunnan's unique sauerkraut as the base ingredients. It is fragrant and has a long aftertaste. Dipping various ingredients into the hotpot, especially when paired with purple vegetables, makes people experience the unique charm of Yunnan. The above is a brief introduction to Yunnan cuisine. If you have the opportunity to come to Yunnan, you must try these special foods and experience the unique customs of Yunnan. At the same time, Yunnan's scenery is also very beautiful. Whether it is Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake in Dali, or the ancient city scenery of Lijiang, they are all worth exploring. Ancient City Ancient City

I can really stay in this inn for a long time. It is this inn that makes me realize that enjoying life is so simple! You can breathe in the fresh air of Dali every morning The breakfast is very rich, and afternoon tea is provided for afternoon rest~ The various small desserts are really delicious. The legendary best coffee shop is this The bar is really super atmospheric at night. I thought the boss was socially anxious, but he turned out to be a super interesting and humorous person Chatting and drinking, it's really comfortable From the courtyard to every detail in the hotel, I can poke me I can't help but take some photos directly in the courtyard Each photo can be posted on WeChat Moments Needless to say, the living environment Each room has its own unique features The decoration style is different The bedding of the hotel I stayed in was perfect for skin-friendly feeling, and the bathroom space was clean and hygienic Butler-style service, considerate and meticulous From the moment you step into the Secret Inn of Clouds, you can feel the warmth and comfort of home. The inn's housekeepers provide meticulous service to make every guest feel at home Cloud Afternoon Tea, a romantic encounter for taste buds A cup of mellow American coffee, paired with exquisite and delicious cakes, every bite is the ultimate pampering for taste buds. Here, time seems to slow down, making people involuntarily immersed in the tranquility and beauty, forgetting the troubles and hustle and bustle of the world. When you step into the study at night, the soft candlelight and gentle music make you feel like you are in William Castle. You want to give up going to Renmin Road for a drink. The colorful wine at the front desk is a pity that it is hidden during the day and comes out at night. You can only drink it once. Save it for the next time when you can stay quietly. It is especially quiet at night, without the hustle and bustle of the ancient city. The public area is so photogenic, the owner has great aesthetic taste and the layout is amazing, everyone in the store is very gentle, it's like entering a quiet and soft cloud. The room design is Japanese style with logs, the bedding is clean, and there is no noise. I like it. Location: Dali Cloud Secret Inn

· Chunsheng Restaurant · No. 7-8 Xinmin Road, Dali (Lower Section of Renmin Road, Ancient City) · 11:00–14:30, 17:00–21:30 ▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️▫️ 🍂 | Chunsheng Restaurant Located in the center of the ancient city, at the intersection of Renmin Road and Xinmin Road The courtyard is a world of its own, surrounded by three public areas The cuisine is a fusion of ethnic dishes from various regions of Yunnan 🍂 | Chunsheng Restaurant 🥓【Wuliangshan Sun-dried Ham and Vegetable Soup】 ▫️Rare sun-dried ham from Yunnan, stewed in a clay pot, generous portion The salty and umami ham with a pot of mixed vegetables is perfect for autumn and winter ▫️Side dishes include melon tips, baby cabbage, potatoes, carrots, yaya melon, and golden beans The ham is not salty when eaten alone, very fragrant, and the more you chew, the more you can taste the meat's aroma 🍲【Wa Ethnic Chicken Porridge】 ▫️The porridge base is particularly well-cooked, thicker than regular porridge Stewed with black-bone chicken, hence the name chicken porridge ▫️The most distinctive dish in the Wa ethnic cuisine If the whole table prefers strong flavors, you can order a portion of porridge to balance it out 🥩【Yunnan Olive Minced Beef】 ▫️A dish full of Yunnan flavor Olive cubes / minced ginger / sour bamboo shoots / beef ▫️The olives have a sweet aftertaste, the sour bamboo shoots are appetizing, a must-have for rice If you don't eat ginger, inform the kitchen in advance 🥬【Bai Ethnic Tree Flower Dragon Skin】 ▫️A wild vegetable that cannot be missed on a Yunnan dining table ▫️Looks like snake skin, a type of moss, with a texture similar to dried mushrooms ▫️Crisp texture, clears heat and reduces fire, sour and spicy, full of wild flavor

In the Ming Dynasty, Xiushan Mountain in Tonghai County was one of the four famous mountains in Yunnan, along with Jinma Mountain and Biji Mountain in Kunming and Cang Mountain in Dali. The mountain peak is 2,060 meters above sea level. The ancient trees on the mountain, such as the ancient cypress from the Song Dynasty and the fragrant cedar from the Yuan Dynasty, are towering. The mountain is known as "the most beautiful mountain in southern Yunnan." There are ancient buildings on Xiushan Mountain, such as Sanyuan Palace, Puguang Temple, Yuhuang Pavilion, Qingliang Terrace, Wanshou Palace, Doutian Pavilion, Yongjin Temple, and Bailong Temple. It is a place where religious culture is concentrated. There is also the former residence of Zhu De, who lived here when he was fighting bandits in Yunnan. The mountain is connected to the Tonghai Confucian Temple and the old street of Tonghai Ancient City, where you can find many restaurants. Xiushan Mountain is now a national 4A-level tourist area. It is accessible by bus from the county seat. The ticket price is CNY 10, and seniors over 60 years old are free of charge. It is a niche but cost-effective place for leisure and sightseeing.

Xiushan Park is located in Tonghai County, next to the ancient city, and is one of the important scenic spots in Yuxi. The peak is 2,060 meters above sea level, with a vertical height of nearly 200 meters. It covers an area of 7.6 square kilometers, with a tourist area of 1.55 million square meters and a building area of more than 50,000 square meters. Xiushan Historical and Cultural Park. In the Ming Dynasty, Xiushan in Tonghai was known as one of the four famous mountains in Yunnan, along with Jinma Mountain and Biji Mountain in Kunming and Cangshan Mountain in Dali. It is known as "the most beautiful mountain in southern Yunnan." The park is home to ancient buildings such as Sanyuan Palace, Puguang Temple, Yuhuang Pavilion, Qingliang Terrace, Wanshou Palace, Doutian Pavilion, Yongjin Temple, and Bailong Temple. It is now a national 4A-level tourist area and a national key cultural relic protection unit. The park ticket is CNY 10. If you like it, you can come and have a look.

👉 Today, I was a tour guide for my best friend. We wandered around the ancient city all day and chose a restaurant for dinner: Shanke Hot Pot & Bar. • We didn't have any particular cravings, just wanted to eat and drink casually and chat. I saw a man fiddling with a grill and thought it was Vincent Fang's restaurant... He looked so much like him, so we decided to eat here. The name "Shanke" is so special, it turns out to be "Thank." The owner is really interesting. 👉 The restaurant serves both barbecue and hot pot. It's not very big, but the decor is very much like a bar. We arrived at 6:00 pm, and it wasn't very crowded, but as soon as one table left, another arrived. We sat outside, eating and watching passersby. I love the two big trees at the entrance. Eating barbecue and drinking under the trees is so comfortable. ✅ Recommended dishes • Lamb skewers: With meat and green peppers, spicy... The lamb is also tender. • Zucchini: I didn't expect much at first, but it was delicious. It was cooked and crispy. • Beef and pork kidney: I like it medium rare, and it was cooked just right. • Grilled tofu: The tofu is big and puffy, and the inside is tender and juicy. ✅ The barbecue chef is very nice. He reminds us to use the skewer points every time he serves a skewer. It's really nice... Eat quickly and be careful of the heat. ✍ I'll definitely try the hot pot next time. ➡️ I recommend you try it. It's really good. 🏠 Shanke Hot Pot & Bar 📍 No. 65 Xinmin Road, Dali Ancient City 💰 Average price: CNY 60 per person

‼️This was my first time having skewers hotpot in Dali. I was already drooling when I saw this restaurant online. So I rode my scooter and found this place after a few turns. ‼️I came after the peak hours, so there was no one in the restaurant. But it was still very clean inside, and the food cabinet was not empty. This made me feel like I could already give this restaurant a good review. ‼️We ate a lot, especially the expensive iron skewers. ✅Personal recommendations: ①Yuan Yang Pot: Clear soup and beef tallow ②Tiger skin chicken feet are best cooked in beef tallow hotpot. You can even eat the bones. ③Pig brain is a must-order for me. I ordered it again and again. The quality of the pig brain in the food cabinet was also very good, with no strange smell. ④I didn't expect there to be marinated pork intestines, and they were still available in the afternoon. ⑤We ate 4 marinated pig trotters. We even scared ourselves. They were so flavorful after being cooked in beef tallow hotpot. They melted in your mouth. ✅When I went, it was the staff's meal time, but they didn't make me feel uncomfortable at all. They gave me crispy meat as soon as I sat down, and added soup two or three times during the meal. They were very pleasant to talk to. ‼️This restaurant is open until the early morning, so you can still eat at night. 🏡Xi Qian Chuan Chuan Xiang (Ancient City Branch) 📍No. 110, Wenxian Road, Dali City 💰Find deals on "Xiao Ren"

I'm very satisfied with this homestay! I chose a separate courtyard because I was traveling with children and the elderly. It is located in the ancient city, but not in a noisy area. It is very convenient to buy things and eat. It is very suitable for vacation. The homestay is decorated in a simple and comfortable style. The hostess is very nice and prepared fruits and snacks for us in advance, making us feel at home. The room is well-equipped, the bed is comfortable, and the bathroom is clean and tidy. Most importantly, the homestay provides very thoughtful service and is always ready to help. They provided us with a lot of useful travel advice, allowing us to enjoy the warmth of home during our trip. Overall, this homestay is very comfortable, and I highly recommend it to friends who need a vacation!

🌈Zhenyuan Ancient Town is located in the mountains of Qiandongnan, Guizhou Province. With a long history, rich historical heritage, beautiful natural scenery, and profound cultural heritage, it attracts countless tourists. The mountains, rivers, buildings, ancient bridges, and alleys here are full of historical traces, making it a refreshing tourist destination. 🏞Itinerary 1. Travel time: The best time to visit is in spring and autumn when the weather is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful. 2. Transportation: From Guiyang, you can take a high-speed train or long-distance bus to Zhenyuan County, and then take a local taxi or bus to the ancient town. 3. Duration: It is recommended to spend at least two days and one night to fully experience the charm of the ancient town. 🏞Attractions 1. Zhenyuan Ancient Town: It preserves a large number of ancient buildings and historical sites from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, including Siguan Hall, Qinglong Cave, Baxian Cliff, and other attractions. Walking along the Wuyang River, the charm of the ancient town comes alive. 2. Gaoguo River: Gaoguo River is a natural landscape in Zhenyuan, with beautiful scenery, where you can experience outdoor activities such as rafting and hiking. 3. Wuyang River: Boating on the Wuyang River, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides and the unique style of the ancient town. 4. Qinglong Cave Ancient Building Complex: This is an ancient building complex integrating temples, residences, ancestral halls, and other buildings, with high historical and cultural value. 🏞Food 1. Sour Soup Fish: Zhenyuan Sour Soup Fish is a local specialty, with delicious fish and appetizing sour soup, leaving a lasting aftertaste. 2. Dried Tofu: Zhenyuan's dried tofu is delicious and chewy, and is one of the favorite snacks of locals. 3. Spicy Chicken: Spicy chicken is one of Zhenyuan's specialty dishes, made with local native chicken as the main ingredient, stir-fried with chili peppers and various seasonings, with a spicy and fresh taste. 4. Wild Mushrooms: In the mountains and forests around Zhenyuan Ancient Town, you can taste various wild mushroom ingredients, which are nutritious and delicious.

✨Yuxi "Magic Forest": A mysterious fairyland hidden in Jiulongchi Park. Hey guys! There is a super cool "magic forest" in Yuxi that 99% of locals don't know about🧚‍♀️ It's in Jiulongchi Park. Climb all the way to the top of the mountain from the pond in the park, and you will find this mysterious place. It's free🆓! Yes, you heard it right, no tickets required! I've been there many times before, but I never found this magical "claw" forest. The trees here seem to be enchanted, and each one is full of vitality. People who are on the same frequency will definitely feel it😎 They are like ancient guardians, each with their own story. Many of them are centuries-old trees, with different postures, and they are unbelievably beautiful. As you walk through the forest, you will see cute little squirrels jumping happily between the branches. Their agile bodies are like little elves in the forest🧚‍♂️ Occasionally, unknown birds will fly over your head, and their crisp chirping echoes in the quiet forest, as if it is a beautiful movement played by nature🎶 The whole forest is quiet and beautiful, like a fairy tale world. I really love it!💕 It's really worth a visit!😘

For this ancient town 🏡 I made a special trip to Dali❗️ . Sometimes I just want to find a place to relax for a few days Shaxi Ancient Town gave me an unexpected surprise There are no bustling crowds No noisy business~ Shaxi is not big, but it is full of scenery It can make people quiet🍃 It is worth staying for a few days and taking a leisurely stroll / 🚗Transportation guide: About 2 hours' drive from Dali Ancient Town, 1 hour's drive from Shuanglang Ancient Town, self-driving is recommended . 🏡Leisure route: Start from the entrance of the ancient town → Ouyang Courtyard → Sideng Street → Grandma A Rui's Shop → Ancient Stage → Xingjiao Temple → Youli Grocery Store → Dongzhai Gate → Yujin Bridge → Avant-garde Bookstore → Mountain Wind Courtyard . 📷Photo spots: 🔶Ancient Stage: Located in the central area of the town, it has a history of thousands of years. Grandma A Rui's shop is near the stage 🔶Grandma A Rui's Shop: In the sun, this small shop is very charming, with many interesting handmade cultural and creative products 🔶Sideng Street: There are low Qing Dynasty dwellings on both sides of the road. Walking on the stone road, it seems that time has slowed down 🔶Ouyang Courtyard: It used to be a horse shop and belongs to traditional Bai architecture 🔶Yujin Bridge: You can see this ancient bridge with a history of hundreds of years after walking a few hundred meters. You can enjoy the wind and listen to music here, or ride a horse 🔶Avant-garde Bookstore: The same shooting location as Li Xian, not far from the ancient town, you can drive or take a small yellow car 🔶Mint Cafe: The small courtyard in the drama "Meet Yourself"

In the small fairyland of Longkan Wharf in Dali, it's really beautiful to cry! The temple style is mixed with modern 🍃 design and full of design sense Especially the yard, the sun shines through the leaves on the bluestone slab and it's beautiful ✔️ Zen style ✔️ Super large open-air private hot spring ✔️ 10 minutes walk to the wharf ✅ The room is very design The temple style is mixed with modern design, full of Zen and refreshing The yard is arranged very comfortably and I can't bear to leave for a second 🍀 Super large room with outdoor open-air private hot spring, it's just awesome The bed 🛌 is really comfortable, and I fall asleep every time I lie down 😪 ✅ Thoughtful and in-place service The B&B has prepared a sunrise package, including shawls, milk and flower cakes, and there is also nourishing sugar water at night, which is so warm The room is cleaned in time, and there is a faint fragrance ✅ Convenient location It only takes ten minutes to walk to Longkan Wharf 🚶 It is also very convenient to go to Dali Ancient City, just take a taxi for 12 yuan 🚗 There are also free bicycles, and it's beautiful to ride to Longkan Wharf to watch the sunrise in the early morning

Stroll through the long river of time and use travel photography to record every touching moment. On October 9, 2024, pack your bags and embark on an unknown journey. Let the camera be our eyes, capturing the magnificence of the mountains and rivers, the charm of the old streets, and every inadvertently blooming smile. Travel photography is a dialogue with the world. In a strange land, we are looking for the most beautiful scenery and the most real self. Every time the shutter is pressed, it is a touch of the soul. The sun shines on the face, the breeze blows the hair, at that moment, the world seems to be still for you. Walk through the bustling city, cross the vast grassland, and dive into the deep ocean. On the road of travel photography, full of surprises and touches. Use images to freeze those beautiful moments and keep the memories from fading. When we look back on the past, these photos will become our most precious treasures, telling those dreams and adventures. Let's embark on a journey of travel photography together, write our own stories with the lens, and leave the most beautiful footprints.

The hotel is located near the north gate of Dukezong Ancient City, only 200 meters away on foot, and it takes only more than ten minutes to get to the high-speed rail station, airport, etc. Hotel facilities: There is a parking lot P at the door, which is convenient for self-driving The hotel has a meeting room and a cafe, and the rooms are equipped with oxygen supply, floor heating, small refrigerator, and humidifier. Hotel services: Food: Breakfast options are rich, including dumplings, rice noodles, corn eggs, etc. Welcome fruit is provided upon check-in The room mini refrigerator contains drinks, sweet soup to help you sleep, and exquisite afternoon tea Enjoy butler service Free gym, free meeting room, free parking Provide airport/station pick-up service Room facilities: Dyson hair dryer, private mini refrigerator, negative ion oxygen generator, whole house water heating, some rooms are equipped with projectors and bathtubs Surrounding attractions: Dukezong Ancient Town is more than 300 meters away from the hotel Songzanlin Temple is more than ten minutes away from the hotel by car.

Xiushan has a history of more than 2,000 years, dating back to the ancient temple built by General Wu Bo in the Western Han Dynasty, and has left a large number of cultural and natural landscapes. There are more than 100 temples, pavilions, and pagodas on the mountain, which have gone through the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. Today, there are still seven main buildings, including the Jutingwang Temple, Sanyuan Palace, Puguang Temple, Jade Emperor Pavilion, Qingliangtai, Yongjin Temple, and Bailong Temple, forming a colorful and harmonious architectural complex. The numerous ancient buildings on Xiushan have been listed as national key cultural relics protection units, with distinctive features, profound connotations, and the architectural craftsmanship, historical content, and cultural characteristics of the past dynasties. Xiushan has beautiful scenery, with an area of only 7.6 square kilometers, but there are thousands of green peaks, tens of thousands of trees like clouds, green shade covering the sun, and green grass like felt. Moreover, it has its own characteristics with the change of orientation and scenic spots. All year round, the flowers are charming and the scenery is beautiful, all of which are wonderful. Walking in Xiushan, time seems to stand still, everything is so quiet. You can stroll in the corridor and feel the breath of life of the ancients; you can sit on the stone steps and listen to the whispers of the mountains and forests; you can touch the ancient walls and feel the temperature of history. In this ancient building in the mountains and forests, it is like a time traveler, starting an unforgettable crossing journey. 📍Coordinates distance from Kunming🚌1.5h 💲Ticket: 10 yuan

Hailar City Walk + Taxi Hailar Ancient City → Two Rivers Holy Mountain Scenic Area → Central Bridge (there are four exotic clock towers on the Yimin River) → Hasar Bridge (Matouqin Cable-stayed Bridge) → History Museum → Hulunbuir Hotel Mongolian Bag Restaurant → World Anti-Fascist War Memorial Park. It seems that covering the hat is the standard pose for taking photos on this trip, otherwise the hat will fly away. The wind was super strong on the first day. Take photos in the ancient city: choose a background with Mongolian characteristics for group photos. Tips: The Two Rivers Holy Mountain Scenic Area seems to have been abandoned, and there are very few tourists. We took a taxi when we went there, but we couldn't get a taxi when we came back. We had to contact the driver who picked us up at the airport to take us back to the city.

Qilu Lake, known as "Haihe" in the Tang Dynasty and later as "Tonghu", is located in Tonghai County, Yunnan Province. It is named after Qilu Mountain (also known as Xiushan). It is 1.5 kilometers south of Tonghai County, and is also known as Tonghai. It belongs to the Nanpanjiang River system. The lake water level is 1796.62 meters, the lake area is 36.73 square kilometers, the lake shoreline length is 45 kilometers, the lake length is 13.5 kilometers, the average width is 2.72, the widest is 5.2 kilometers, the volume is 145 million cubic meters, and the catchment area is 340.8 square kilometers. 📍Detailed address: Haibin Road, Tonghai County, Yuxi City, Yunnan Province (about 150 meters northeast of Qilu Lake No. 1) 🕙Business hours: 24 hours 🚉Transportation strategy: Yuxi→Tonghai bus 15 yuan/person, about 1.5 hours. ⏳Play time: 2-3 hours 💰Ticket price: Free ❤Recommended reason: Ranked sixth among the nine plateau lakes in Yunnan, the mother lake of the people of Tonghai. 🌟Highlights: There is a 33-kilometer lakeside plank road around the lake. 📝Note tips: The lake tour bus is 20 yuan/person, and it needs seven or eight people to start, and 200 yuan can be chartered. In July 2024, I came to Yuxi for summer vacation. One day I wandered to Tonghai County. The small county town is very treasured, with a large Confucian temple, a beautiful Xiushan Park, and many delicious foods on the slate road of the Confucian Temple Street. The lake water is a bit green and is still being treated. I hope it will be better in the future!

Located in Yuxi Beicheng, there is a provincial cultural relic protection site, Li Family Courtyard, located on Wenxing Street, Yuxi Beicheng. This Siheyuan, which was built in 1918, was once the private residence of Li Zexi, the mayor of Pushetown. It was rated as a municipal cultural relic protection unit in 2001 and was rated as a provincial cultural relic protection unit in 2012. The Li Family Courtyard has a total of nine courtyards. Only the ninth courtyard is open now. The courtyard is a two-entry traditional antique residence. The construction is exquisite, the design is ingenious, and the wooden lattice windows reveal wonderful light and shadow. When you climb up the creaking wooden stairs, the second floor has a wide view, overlooking the lush garden in the courtyard, and the golden osmanthus is fragrant, as if traveling through time and space back to the prosperous era of Beicheng in the past. 1. Navigation: Beicheng Li Family Courtyard No. 5 Courtyard (Note, it is Wenxing Street, Beicheng, not the Li Family Courtyard for dining) 2. Tickets: Free 3. Parking: You can park on both sides of the road (free) 4. Play time: half an hour to one hour 5. Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 6. Recommended to play together: Gaogu Building is next to it, recommended to play together 7. Recommended food: Shigoutou Jin Qingmei Spicy Chicken

☕Li's Coffee 📍Address: 8 Wenmiao St, Tonghai County, Yuxi, Yunnan 🕙Opening hours: 10:00-22:00 💰Average price: CNY 20 🍲Recommended dishes: Bean foam coffee 🌟Highlights: Tonghai limited edition: Bean foam coffee, very mellow, with a strong bean foam flavor, not bitter or astringent, rich foam. ❤Recommendation: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ On July 19, 2024, I came to Yuxi, Yunnan, to start my summer vacation. I went to Tonghai County, where there is a large Confucian temple, a beautiful Xiushan Park, a special museum, and the beautiful Qilu Lake. Coming down from the Confucian temple, there is a pedestrian street paved with stone slabs, and there is a two-story building at the entrance of the street. As a coffee lover, I saw this very quiet coffee shop.

The homestay has a strong sense of art and a rich artistic atmosphere. Each room has its own characteristics and unique nickname. The rooms are full of technology, and the attention to detail in the homestay is impeccable. The owner is warm and hospitable. Experience: cozy, comfortable, safe, and reliable. Highly recommended.

After resigning, I have been on a journey around the Yunnan Grand Loop, playing while looking for a suitable place to live. The current route: Beijing-Kunming-Dali-Weishan-Lincang Yun County-Baoshan-Tengchong-Kunming-Yuxi-Tonghai. Yuxi and Tonghai were both decided temporarily, as they are midway stops between Kunming and Honghe. Since the high-speed train stops here, I decided to explore both. The main city of Yuxi is not particularly high in playability, but the friendly prices of goods and housing, the convenience of shopping and dining, and the less humid climate compared to Tengchong all make it comfortable. For me, the presence of Uniqlo and seafood barbecue already boosts the city's score in my mind. However, compared to Kunming, Yuxi may still lag in terms of transportation and job opportunities (if I want to work in the future). I had no prior knowledge of Tonghai; it was purely a serendipitous stop. But it turned out to be the right choice. Tonghai has a large-scale vegetable planting base with a wide sales radiation range, driving the economy and income of the entire county, and attracting many people from surrounding provinces and cities to work here. Walking in the ancient city of Tonghai, I saw for the first time an ancient city with so many young people (of course, besides the many foreign merchants and tourists at tourist attractions). Tonghai has more young people living and working here, making the entire county look vibrant. The rational population structure ensures that the small town has all the necessary living facilities. Qilu Lake and Xiushan are beautiful natural resources, great places for the elderly and children. The ancient city also has many restaurants and shops that cater to the tastes and lifestyles of young people. In many ways, Tonghai gave me the same feeling as Weishan, but I can't quite pinpoint what it is. Maybe it's the half-open shops in the ancient city, or the beautiful ancient trees, Taoist temples, and Buddhist temples on Xiushan similar to those on Weibao Mountain (both have cats), or the equally clean and tidy streets and alleys. In short, this is a charming place.

Hi, buddies! 👋 Are you ready to embrace the beauty of Dali? Follow me to uncover the secrets of this enchanting city! 🌈 🌄 Day one, head straight to the ancient town upon arrival to feel the breath of history. 🏞️ Day two, Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake await your exploration, with endless natural beauty. 🚤 Day three, delve into the ancient town and take a deep dive into Bai ethnic culture. 🌇 Day four, visit the surrounding scenic spots, don't miss out on the beautiful views. 🎁 Day five, free time for shopping and souvenirs. Food recommendations are here! Crossing-the-bridge noodles, buttered tea, a feast for your taste buds! 😋 This trip made me deeply appreciate the unique charm of Dali, what about you? Any moments that touched your heart? Share your Dali stories, or if there's anything else you want to know, see you in the comments!