Dali: You are a poetic habitat
Milan Kundera said: Live elsewhere. This sentence has been regarded as the creed of life by countless people, and they have put it into practice. Here, this other place is particularly important. It must be a place that makes you feel stable and relieves your impetuousness. As for you, it seems that you have forgotten everything in an instant, just to meet it.
A hasty encounter a few years ago made me fall in love with Dali and never forget it. In my dream, I have been back here countless times, and I have returned to the winding mountain roads of the ancient city. There are birds singing and flowers fragrant, the bustle is still there, and the sun caresses every inch of my skin with an infinitely gentle gesture. There is a large sea of flowers in the distance, and the clouds under the blue sky are like enlarged cotton candy.
Different people have completely different feelings about Dali. Some people think that Dali is just a post station, not as amazing as Lijiang. But my love for Dali has always been a kind of feeling, which is hard to describe in words. From the moment I left, there was a strong urge to come back here, the dream home of all "wanderers", this poetic habitat.
There is no other place that can give me such a strong sense of "retirement". Only after experiencing the hustle and bustle of the world, will you feel that this tranquility is so precious. I finally understand: why so many people are willing to give up everything in the big cities, run here, rebuild their own homes, and never care about worldly affairs.
From the first time we met, to spending some time here every year, the days here are quiet and flat, never changing. How much I want to keep the indifferent years, even if I sit at the window and watch the clouds quietly. Occasionally, a few birds fly by in the sky, and occasionally, the wind blows and messes up the hair, which is a kind of happiness.
Hi, Dali, long time no see, stay safe!
Over the years, I have measured many places with my footsteps,
But like a mountain wind blowing a hundred thousand miles,
My favorite is still you.
I love this thing about you,
Never need a sense of ceremony,
You are my highest ideal,
It is my poem and the distance.
The spring water is rising, the spring forest is blooming, and the spring flowers are ten li...
In fact, not only spring,
Your four seasons are a sea of flowers.
You have the elegance of mountains and seas, the authenticity of life,
At this moment, "Facing the sea, the spring is warm and the flowers are blooming" is no longer just a poem,
It's my life right now.
Memories are like a storyteller,
With a tone full of local accents,
And you are the indispensable part.
Your historical story that has been circulating for thousands of years,
The endless years slow down time,
They have become the best memories in my heart.
Ancient Town: A Place of Happiness in the Earthly World
ancient town,
You are a beautiful prose poem,
Brick by brick,
It's all about millennia.
1. Dali Ancient Town
Like a long-lost lover, Dali greeted my return with hot sunshine, reveling in this sudden surprise, and my inner feelings began to tumbling.
In the past few years, I have come to Dali once a year. Even with such frequent times, I still feel that the ancient city has changed a lot. Many shops in my memory have disappeared, which is a little sentimental.
However, this thousand-year-old city still has its special charm, and too many people travel thousands of miles just to see it. Walking in the streets and alleys of the ancient city, you can feel not only the heavy historical atmosphere, but also the unparalleled tranquility.
The ancient city walls, the smooth stone roads, the shops one by one, the shops full of handicrafts, all kinds of snacks hawked along the street, and the young men and women dressed in fashion and carrying all kinds of bags, all of them are filled with fireworks.
This is a living ancient city, and it is also the place where many people's dreams start and the home where their hearts rest. During the day, I wandered through every deep alley in the ancient city, looked at the houses with blue tiles and mottled walls, and then went to a spacious courtyard, ordered a cup of hot tea or coffee, and enjoyed the passage of time quietly.
When the lanterns first come on, take a walk on Renmin Road in the ancient city. The evening breeze is gentle, and there will be a kind of happy thought when walking up Renmin Road in the evening.
This street from east to west is not long, but it has attracted backpackers from all over before. Walking slowly from Erhai Gate to Cangshan Gate, stalls selling all kinds of small items can be seen everywhere, and there are intermittent singing voices from time to time.
Now, there are no stalls on Renmin Road, and there are not many tourists, it seems a little deserted, which makes people feel a lot of emotion. Over the years, I have seen its splendor and its depression, and I can't go back for many days, but this street is still my favorite.
2. Xizhou Ancient Town
Xizhou Ancient Town, I have been here more than once in my impression. Unlike other towns in Dali known for their beautiful scenery, the most charming thing about the ancient town of Xizhou is its rich cultural atmosphere.
It is a thousand-year-old town left by the ancient city of Nanzhao. It faces Erhai Lake in the east and Cangshan Mountain in the west. Even Mr. Lao She said that this place is a miraculous place.
All kinds of old houses in the ancient town have distinct and strong Bai characteristics in terms of culture, architecture, and style. It is far away from the hustle and bustle and has a peaceful and peaceful atmosphere, which is what I like.
There are many elderly people in the ancient town of Xizhou, and many of them will sell some handicrafts to tourists at the door of their homes. Everything is like going back to the long past. Isn't this what we often call nostalgia?
Walking on the quaint streets of Xizhou, looking at the old and mottled earth walls, I seem to see the long-lost rural life again. The round building in Xizhou is a landmark building in the ancient town, and many young people like to come here to take photos.
Blue continuation ancient tie-dye
Xizhou is famous for three things: tie-dye, embroidery, and crispy cakes. When it comes to tie-dye, we have to mention Lan Xu. This is a place where you can experience the ancient tie-dyeing method, and it is also the shooting location of the famous web show.
Lanxu is in the ancient town of Xizhou. You can see the experience area when you enter the door, but I suggest going to the second floor platform to enjoy the rural scenery, drink tea, and take a rest. After all, the view here is super good, and you will regret it if you miss it.
Tie-dyeing is not only a handicraft of the Bai people, but also a way for them to understand and get along with nature. During the interval of drinking tea, listening to the relevant knowledge introduced by the store manager gave me a deeper understanding of this craft.
After a serious introduction by the tie-dye artist, we also decided to experience tie-dyeing by ourselves. The whole process takes about two hours. Choose the fabric, tie it up, send it to dip-dye, and then go through three or four washes, and the handkerchief with the fantasy pattern is finished.
In fact, tie-dyeing is not only blue, but also divided into plant dyeing, fruit dyeing, and traditional Chinese medicine dyeing in terms of ingredients. The colors also include red, pink, beige, etc., but blue is the most stable and does not require high-temperature processing. One, and the easiest to spread and learn.
There is also a special finished product display area on the second floor, where there are clothes, scarves, toys, jewelry, etc., which are quite exquisite, and they are all tie-dye finished products. If you like it, there are prices on it, which can be bought as souvenirs.
The store manager of Lanxu is from the Bai nationality, and he has done a lot for the inheritance of tie-dye. I really like the courtyard of their house, which is quiet and natural. Coming here to make a favorite tie-dye is a unique souvenir for the trip.
Xilinyuan Yellow Wall
When I came to Xizhou before, I didn't find the yellow wall of Xilin Garden. I didn't expect that it has become a check-in point for Internet celebrities. This time we drove by ourselves, and we drove directly to Lanxu's store. Xilinyuan is not far behind, and we can walk there.
Xilin Garden was also known as Yangjiayuan. It was renovated into an inn by an American couple with a "Chinese complex". Today, thirteen years have passed, Xilinyuan is already the most famous hotel brand in Dali. Many foreigners come here and will stay for a few days to experience the authentic local life.
This field has different appearances in four seasons. Against the background of blue sky and white clouds, the scenery is infinite. No wonder many tourists want to be in it and take a few beautiful photos.
Cangshan: You are where the spirit of God resides
Cangshan,
If a cloud is a legend,
The mountains covered with snow,
It is your obsession that makes people unable to extricate themselves.
1. Lisher Manor
Cangshan is not a mountain, but a collective name of nineteen peaks. Because the altitude is above 3,500 meters, some are covered with snow all the year round, and the snow-capped mountains will become a scene in Dali. At the foot of Cangshan Mountain, there are not only manors, but also the persistent love of different people for Dali.
Lishe Manor is located at the foot of Shengying Peak in Cangshan Mountain, with an altitude of 2100 meters. The manor covers a large area and has hundreds of plants and flowers. Entering it is like walking into the fairy tale world of The Wizard of Oz.
This country-style manor is equipped with a "cafe", which serves authentic Western-style breakfast, afternoon tea, imported organic coffee, freshly squeezed juice, handmade baking without additives, etc. throughout the day.
The owner of the manor is a couple who have lived in the United States for many years. The man is simple and the woman is elegant. When they returned to Dali from the United States, the hillside was a barren hill. Falling leaves return to their roots, they love the irreplaceable landscape and air here, so they designed it completely by themselves, and moved the rural life of the United States to the foot of Cangshan Mountain.
Flowers can be seen everywhere in the manor. We just came to have afternoon tea and snacks, but the owner told me that accommodation is also provided here. It seems that next time I come to Dali, I will have a good place for a long vacation for my soul.
I have been used to the traditional houses in Dali over the years. If you want to have a different experience, the American pastoral style of Lishe Manor is a good choice. It's a pity that I missed it this time, and I must make it up next time.
2. Strength Hilton
In the Cangshan Mountain Scenic Area with beautiful scenery and fresh air, there is also a beautiful hotel, which is backed by Cangshan Mountain and overlooks the Erhai Lake. I stayed here for two days and I really like it. It is the Hilton Hotel.
The hotel is located on the lower half of the mountainside of Foding Peak, one of the nineteen peaks of Cangshan Mountain in the west of Erhai Lake. The decoration style is modern, simple and atmospheric.
It happened to be in the afternoon when I arrived, so I deliberately tasted the new afternoon tea set that the hotel just launched. Dining amidst the singing of birds and the fragrance of flowers can also relax the mind and create a holiday atmosphere in no time.
The dining process is also very ceremonial. The staff spread the local characteristic tie-dyed tablecloths, birdcage-shaped snack plates, local fresh fruits, special snacks, served with black tea, and looked up at the blue sky, watching the white clouds elegantly It was a pleasant afternoon walking around.
The hotel is distributed in a fan shape as a whole, and the lobby is located in the atrium, which has the characteristics of the Bai nationality. The totem decoration inspired by the auspicious clouds runs through the entire lobby, with a fireplace on the left and right sides, creating a warm and hospitable atmosphere of the Bai people.
The staff of the hotel are very enthusiastic, took us to the front desk of the hotel to check in, and served hot tea during the waiting time, which was extremely considerate. Our luggage was also sent upstairs directly by the concierge.
There is also a huge floor-to-ceiling window in the lobby, facing the Erhai Lake, with transparent lighting. There is a large terrace outside the floor-to-ceiling window, where you can overlook the Erhai Lake. The view is quite good, and you don’t want to leave after sitting down.
There are three restaurants in the hotel. The all-day Xiang restaurant serves food from the morning. The seats are antique and there are beautiful embroidery on the wall. The whole restaurant is very colorful and the atmosphere is relaxed, which makes people feel excited.
We tasted Dali’s characteristic bait silk breakfast here, as well as Hong Kong-style Chinese food. The dishes are not only exquisite but also quite delicious, and our companions are full of praise.
From the lobby to the room, I was amazed again on the way. The hotel has two buildings, connected by sky bridges on both sides. The building complex in the entire guest room area is not only full of design, but also mainly yellow in color, which is quite warm.
There are not too many decorations and colors in the corridors, which are simple and atmospheric. There are two rattan seats and a panoramic floor-to-ceiling window, allowing sunlight to pour in. No matter where you stand, you will see different scenery.
The twin room I stayed in is as warm as home, with welcome fruits and snacks, and there are welcome gifts specially placed on the bed. The room has a balcony where you can see the Erhai Lake, and you can have a panoramic view of the rolling green hills and the pure Erhai Lake.
TIPS
Strength Hilton Hotel
Price: from 700+ for a room
Location: South of Gantong Road, Qili Bridge, Dali Town
Erhai Lake: Lost in a Wonderland of Dreams
Erhai Lake,
The water and the sky meet and form one piece,
Between reality and fiction,
Lost in a fantasy wonderland.
1: Huanhai West Road
Every time I come to Dali, I have to do one thing, and that is to surround the sea. The circle around the Erhai Lake is 130 kilometers long, divided into Haidong and Haixi. Generally, if you live near the ancient city, you will start from Huanhaixi Road. Self-driving is the most suitable. Huanhai West Road has a beautiful pastoral scenery and a sea of flowers in different seasons. You will definitely fall in love with the beauty you encounter along the way.
1. Dali Road
The beauty of Dali lies in its spotlessness, and its aloofness and unworldliness. Dali Road is a beautiful road, but we are often in a hurry on the road, but we don’t have time to stop and enjoy the picturesque rural scenery.
You see, in the rice fields, the crops are brightly colored. Not far away, the nineteen peaks of Cangshan Mountain are surrounded by clouds and become a kind of fantasy, and there are families scattered in the depths of the white clouds.
This time I came here just as the wheat was ripening. The golden wheat field was rustling with the breeze, which reminded me of a song "The Wind Blows the Wheat Waves" and hurriedly found a place to park the car and got into the wheat field.
Being in it, the aroma of wheat is tangy, and the whole wheat field is like a golden ocean, which is a very beautiful picture. It may be that I grew up in the city when I was a child, and I have always been full of yearning for rural life. Not far away, there was a farmer uncle harvesting wheat. I stood in the wheat field for a long time, and felt that every plant and tree here, along the way, was so beautiful.
2. Caicun
Speaking of Caicun, those who are familiar with Jimei must know that there are many seas of flowers here, and different flowers bloom all year round. Coming here is really a sea of flowers. For this photo shoot, I chose the herb garden in Caicun.
The vanilla garden can be reached by direct navigation, it is easier to find, and the entrance fee for taking pictures is also very cheap, ten yuan per person. When I came in the afternoon, there was no one in the whole garden, it seemed like it was reserved. There are not only flowers here, but also many scenes and props, which are more suitable for film production.
Jimei lovers can choose fairy white long dresses and bring a garland or hair accessories to feel like a flower fairy. You can also buy some dried flower petals on a certain treasure to stick on your face for better photo effects.
I really like the sea of purple flowers. Although these verbenas are artificially planted, large areas are rare, like Provence in France. Therefore, there are a lot of couples here to take wedding photos.
The boundless sea of flowers at a glance is like a fairyland on earth, with bursts of fragrance blown by the breeze. The four seasons here are all different colors, and the Gesang flowers will bloom soon, so there is no need to count the time, just come here, and you will definitely encounter surprises around the corner.
3. Sea of clouds and fragrant grass
Yunhai Fangcao is a thousand-acre flower expo garden, and it is also the recording location of Running Man. There is no doubt that there are many flowers here. But the main purpose of my coming here is to shoot ladders and buses.
Before, there were two such photography bases near the ancient town of Xizhou, and there were many internet celebrity check-in spots inside, such as ladders and buses, all of which were internet celebrity shooting spots. some more.
There are red sports cars, hobbit huts, etc., because the park is very large, I just picked a few scenes to shoot, and it will take about two hours to play.
I have been to Dali so many times, and I have always had a regret that I did not take pictures of the bus of the Internet celebrity. This time I finally came here as I wished. I went there at sunset, so there were no people in the park.
You can climb up the bus, and you will have the desired artistic style immediately. It is recommended that if the weather is good, wait until after four o'clock in the afternoon, when the sun is not so strong, and it is easier to produce films.
4. Majiuyi Village
Ma Jiuyi is one of my favorite places on the road around Haixi. This is the village where I lived in Dali for the first time. Later, I came again with my girlfriends and family members. The beauty of Erhai Lake is fully interpreted here.
Although I came to Majiuyi by car this time, the journey was a bit difficult. Because I didn't know that the section of Huanhaixi Road was under repair before I came, so many places are impassable for vehicles, and it is not easy to go.
Even so, it does not prevent us from enjoying the beautiful scenery. We parked the car in a relatively safe place and used our feet to find beauty. The local people said that in order to protect the Erhai Lake, the scenic plank road is being built here. Next time you come, you should be able to see it, and it is worth looking forward to.
Following the photographer who took the wedding photos, I saw a dead tree by the sea, which was super beautiful. But after they finished filming and waited for a long time, the Erhai Lake was relatively windy and it was still very cold.
Finally, they finished filming, and I hurried up. The light in the afternoon is relatively strong. When the sun is covered by clouds, I quickly ask my partner to press the shutter, so that the photo will not be overexposed.
Although the whole process is quite difficult, it is worthwhile to take pictures of the scenes you like. There are quite a lot of dead trees along this road. If you can’t find it yourself, it is recommended to follow the photographer who took the wedding dress. You must be right.
The road conditions along the road in Majiuyi are not clear at present. It is not recommended to ride electric vehicles, and some sections of the road are also impassable by car. And because the road is being built, the wind, sand and dust are relatively large. If you go, you can ask the locals about the current situation, and then go after the repair is completed, or go selectively.
Two: East Huanhai Road
If life is a journey, then no matter the prosperity or the silence, it is just a passing cloud, and what is left in the end is only the mood of looking at the scenery. Huanhai East Road is a self-driving and cycling route with a good view. There are not only scenic spots such as Shuanglang, Little Putuo, and Luwo Mountain, but also many homestays near the Erhai Sea. Spring blossoms have become a reality.
1. Double Corridor
The first time I came to Shuanglang, I was moved by Hao Yun's song "Go to Dali". This time I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Shuanglang is cleaner than before. After the environmental treatment, the blue and lively Erhai Lake has returned.
The uncontested "Shuanglang" street stretches along the coastline of Erhai Lake, forming a beautiful arc in the cool sea breeze. Looking around, you can see the blue waves of Erhai Lake at a glance.
Take a small boat and go boating on the Erhai Lake. At this moment, just sitting on the bow of the boat and watching the scenery, you will probably get drunk. Looking up, the lake is as calm as a mirror, and the snow of Cangshan Mountain is reflected in the water. Under the blue sky, occasionally seagulls pass by, like a natural ink landscape painting, the beauty is beyond words.
Mingyue Songjian
Many people like homestays, and I am no exception. Traveling around all the year round, I am used to seeing the "thousand shops and one side" of the hotel. After a long time, I will feel tired and start to fall in love with the unique atmosphere of the hotel.
In the days of Shuanglang, I searched for a long time and finally found my favorite homestay. Mingyue Songjian Resort Hotel has two stores in Shuanglang. This one is located on Hai Street, which is the most prosperous street in Shuanglang Ancient Town.
The hotel is quiet amidst the hustle and bustle, in the alley, the store manager was afraid that we would not be found, so he even came to pick us up at the parking lot in person, very enthusiastic. The first floor of the hotel is the check-in hall, and there is also a warm restaurant. There is a yard walking in, where you can sit and drink tea and read a book, which is quite comfortable.
We booked a terrace sea view king bed room, which is the largest room on the highest floor of the hotel. When you walk into the room, you can see the transparent floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, and the beautiful scenery outside the window is unobstructed.
The color of the entire room is mainly gray and black, and everything from the vases to the tea sets for drinking tea is quite Zen-like. When the breeze comes, close your eyes and meditate, let your thoughts go back to the past, forget all the hustle and bustle, and only then can you truly return to your true life.
Super large space, five-star hotel bedding configuration, green plants and magazines are placed beside the bed. I think that the host does not just want to open a homestay, but more to express an attitude towards life, a way to return to the original.
There is a wooden open-air balcony outside the guest room, with an excellent view, and you can clearly see the opposite Nanzhao style island. In the afternoon, sit on a deck chair on the terrace and read a book. In the evening, the sea breeze blows, making it cool and comfortable.
TIPS
Mingyue Songjian. Hai Street Store
Address: No. 8, Hai Street, Shuanglang
Price: 500+
Because the previous night's check-in experience was quite good, I went to another store of theirs on the Erhai Lake the next day. The hotel is next to Dajian in the ancient town of Shuanglang, not far from the Haijie store. It is not only adjacent to Erhai Lake, but also overlooking Cangshan Mountain. It is a new store that just opened in 2019.
"YAKAMOZ" is Turkish, meaning "the reflection of the moon in the water". YAKAMOZ was once rated as the most beautiful word in the world.
I have always felt that people who run homestays are, in a sense, artists. Living in a homestay is actually living in the lingering feelings of the host. Escaping from the city, looking for poetry and distant places, here is an ideal country for us living in the metropolis.
This new store is like a sanctuary by the Erhai Sea. There is no obvious signboard, and even the door is dark, but when the door slowly opens, you will find a new world.
The whole hotel is like an art exhibition space, each area has a corresponding name, the front desk area is called "Meeting Joy", turn left at the front desk is the "Endless Collection" art exhibition hall, displaying oil paintings and art collections, and turn right at the front desk with a panoramic sea view The library area is called "Untied Boat".
Here, you can really stay away from the hustle and bustle, let yourself go, and don't go out all day. Sleep until you wake up naturally in the morning, copy the Heart Sutra in the sea view book bar after dinner, enjoy English afternoon tea in the afternoon, or sit and read in the public area of the hall, the day passes quickly.
I love the restaurant on the first floor. There is a buffet breakfast and a rich afternoon tea, all kinds of snacks, drinks, fruits, and a terrace leading directly to the Erhai Lake. There are delicious food and beautiful scenery, and the rest is to enjoy everything at the moment.
There is a terrace facing the water on the first floor, where you can sit on the terrace and play a folk song you like. There are not only mellow wines, touching stories, but also poems and distant places in my dreams.
The hotel has only 12 rooms, and each room has a fairy name: Yinfeng, Feihua, Bishan, Lingbo and so on. The guest room continues the dark main tone, using local stone with rough texture, which is high-end and elegant.
The panoramic bathtub near the Erhai Sea makes bathing quite ritualistic. Roses, aromatherapy, red wine, here you can shoot the big movies that Jimei people want. In addition, it must be mentioned that the hotel's equipment comes from the Australian brand Grown Alchemist, which is a natural organic skin care product.
The densely woven Egyptian cotton bedding, soft lighting, coldness and warmth complement each other, forming a quiet and private space, allowing one to sleep soundly until dawn.
Whether it is the guest room or the public area, Dali's native stone and modern black steel craftsmanship are harmoniously mixed and matched. It not only has the oriental wabi-sabi and Zen, but also has the relaxing nature of the Nordic industrial style. This is my favorite hotel in Shuanglang. That's right.
After dinner, I sat alone on the terrace facing the water, watching a full moon rise slowly, and its clear reflection gradually appeared in the water. Then, the water and the sky meet, forming one piece, between the virtual and the real, people can't tell which is real and which is fake. Finally, I got lost in this moonlit night, lost in this fantastic fairyland.
TIPS
Mingyue Songjian.Erhai Store
Address: Group 1, Dajianside Village, Shuanglang
Price: from 1K+
2. Little Putuo
Little Putuo is the smallest of the five islands in the Erhai Lake. Surrounded by water, it is a small island in the middle of the sea. It is only more than 200 meters long and is entirely made of limestone. It is shaped like a round seal. If the Erhai Lake is compared to a painting, then the location of Little Putuo is exactly where the seal falls.
According to legend, when Guanyin opened up the Dali dam, he left a big seal of Zhenhai on the eastern sea surface of the Erhai Lake, and the seal became a small island to calm the wind and waves and protect the fishermen. Therefore, fishermen built Guanyin Pavilion on the small island to commemorate Guanyin, and named a fishing village in the east of the island Haiyin Village, the island as Xiaoputuo Mountain, and Guanyin Pavilion as Xiaoputuo, which means Avalokitesvara practice place.
From November to April of the next year, seagulls can be seen flying in circles in Little Putuo, sometimes flying high, making a long cry, and sometimes staying on the water, playing and playing.
It is said that these seagulls are from Siberia and come to Dali to spend the winter. There were none before, but there have been more and more seagulls in recent years. The arrival of seagulls has brought vitality and vitality to this Erhai Lake, and it is also a beautiful scenery where people and nature get along.
Tinghuatang
There is a homestay near Little Putuo, and it has been planting grass for a long time before I came here, and this time I finally had the opportunity to pull the grass. The B&B is only a ten-minute walk from Little Putuo. There is not only a sky sea view garden, but also a net-famous sky mirror. It is Tinghuatang Sea View Garden Beauty Hotel.
As soon as I arrived at the store, before I had time to take a look at the room, I went to the sky mirror on the roof of the hotel. This is my favorite photo spot for a long time. The weather was very good that day, with blue sky and white clouds, and any shot would be a blockbuster.
The hotel also thoughtfully prepared various props, and transparent chairs can also be concave. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know how to take pictures. There are professional photographers in the store who can help you take pictures. Clothes can also be rented at reasonable prices. It’s really a very user-friendly service.
In addition to the sky mirror on the top floor, the sky garden on the second floor is also surprising. Countless flowers, a sunken rest area, and the infinity pool are connected to the Erhai Lake. You can stay here for a whole day without going to the scenic spots.
The butler of the hotel is also responsive. I sat in a transparent boat to take pictures and needed help. The butler came over immediately. At night we took pictures of the moon and borrowed the photographer's flash for us.
Walking into the interior, you will find that the inn is not only large, but also spacious and bright, with a reasonable layout. The whole hall is a place where you can lie down and rest, climb up the steps, like a shadow chasing the light and sleepwalking, and I am the happy chasing light.
Our guest room is next to the sky garden on the second floor. It is a warm twin room with high-end bedding and a Bluetooth speaker that can play music. Pushing the door has a terrace, facing the Erhai Lake, where you can see the beautiful sunset and sunset.
The spare parts in the guest room are Herborist, a brand that everyone likes very much. The bathtub is also equipped with a disposable bath bag, and the details are very well done. In addition, there is no need to worry about luggage. There is a hidden cloakroom behind the door, and the storage can be arranged very reasonably.
Every night after eight o'clock in the evening, a crescent moon will be placed on the sky mirror on the top floor, and guests staying in the hotel can take pictures at will. Finally, after borrowing the flash, I also took amazing photos, so happy.
TIPS
Tinghuatang Seaview Garden Hotel (Erhai Tianjing Branch)
Price: from 400+ for rooms
Location: No. 3 Ship Island, Haiyin Village, Dali
3. Dig color grove
Quase is a small town where the Bai people mainly live. The people here are simple and enthusiastic. There is no foreign commercial development, only the original local customs and pictures, and there are many good places to enjoy the Erhai Lake and take pictures at close range.
There are boats of various colors on the dug-colored pier, as well as groves growing in the water. The sound of the waves is pleasant, the green is eye-catching, and no tickets are required. It feels very comfortable to bathe in the sun.
Find a small forest with no people, and you will feel like the Wizard of Oz in an instant. Almost no one will disturb you here, so you can shoot whatever you want. If time permits, don't miss it.
4. Deer Crouching Mountain
Luwo Mountain is a treasure land, where you can overlook the entire Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. I didn't know when I came here before, but this time with the guidance of the locals, I successfully found this treasure spot.
Going down from the highway, although it is not easy to walk, but you can find the Internet celebrity cave when you go down to the Erhai Lake. Unfortunately, we didn’t bring a wide-angle lens when we came down. This cave needs a wide-angle lens to take a full picture.
At three or four in the afternoon, there will be a beautiful Jesus light when taking pictures, and the rocks by the sea will be a large piece, so don't miss it. Because the West Huanhai Road is under construction, the Haidong line is the most recommended for self-driving.
Our car this time is the Jeep Renegade. I am a die-hard fan of Jeep, and I will rent this car wherever I go. When I went to Tibet, I was a horseman, and when I was in Lijiang, I also used a free man. Mainly, the road conditions in Yunnan are very good. Freeman is fuel-efficient, has a stylish appearance, can take pictures with a concave shape, and the power is also good.
5. Haidong capsizes
Haidong Capsized Ship is near the duse grove. There is no obvious sign. If you can’t find it, the old way is to follow the wedding dress and you can see it along the Erhai Lake.
There is a large area of overturned boats here. I arrived before the sunset in the afternoon, so the light is relatively soft. This is a relatively small check-in point, and not many people know about it.
6. Utopia
In Haidong, there is an ideal state town, which is a quiet and slow place with flowers and seas. It faces Cangshan Mountain across the Erhai Lake, and consists of a series of hotels, inns, cultural businesses, and holiday apartments.
The town is built on the hillside, the streets are poetic and winding, and the buildings grow naturally. Because of the sense of sight of Santorini, it immediately became the hottest Internet celebrity check-in point in Dali.
The whole town is quite big and I only walked a small part of it. The building is mainly white and taupe, and is divided into three major sections: the theme area Aegean Sea architectural style, the private custom inn area and the cliff hotel.
Because of the strong wind that day, no drones were flown, and the town will be able to see its entire shape more intuitively under the lens of the drone, with a sense of design and art.
During the walk, the freely extending steps and landscape walls are integrated with Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake under the blue sky. The town is still under construction one after another. When I come next time, there should be a large number of beautiful homestays and shops here. I am super looking forward to it.
Practical Raiders
1. About traffic
We flew from Nanjing to Kunming and rented a car from Kunming Airport. The road conditions along the road from Kunming to Dali are very good, and it is very convenient to rent a car. You can rent a car at the airport and return it at the airport. Renting a car is cheap now, and you can choose your favorite model. If you like to take pictures, Jimei people can consider Jeep Renegade just like me. The price is not expensive, there are several colors, and it is very photogenic.
2. About the route
This trip to Dali is mainly to drive around the sea. We first went to the Cangshan Scenic Area, and then went to the ancient city of Dali and the ancient town of Xizhou. Then there is the ring sea from Haixi to Haidong. Remind everyone that the Majiuyi section of Huanhaixi Road is under construction, and you can go there selectively. Going to Haidong in the afternoon is a good choice. There are many treasured attractions along Huanhaidong Road.
3. About food
There are many delicacies in Dali. If you write them all out, there are probably more than a dozen. Here I will briefly introduce a few snacks that I have personally tasted. They are all available locally. You may wish to remember to try them.
Roasted milk fan is a unique special snack in Dali. It is made of milk and dried in slices. The color is light yellow and bright, and the frankincense is rich. It can be bought on the streets of the ancient city of Dali, and it costs a few dollars. It is also known as the Eighteen Monsters of Yunnan.
Baisi is a traditional delicacy in Dali, with a smooth and tender taste and delicious taste. The soup is made from pork bones and pork knuckles, served with simple spices. When eating, you can add vegetables, chopped green onion, garlic, sesame oil and other seasonings according to your own preferences. The meat melts in your mouth and is fat Not greasy.
In the season of eating mushrooms, the whole Yunnan is eating mushrooms, and Dali is no exception. I have heard various stories about eating mushrooms in Yunnan, and I have also tasted mushroom soup hot pot in the ancient city of Dali. It is super delicious and my saliva will flow down.
If it is a real local snack in Dali, there are very few insects, except for silkworm chrysalis and grasshoppers. Many Jimei people dare not eat this, but it is actually very nutritious, so you might as well try it boldly.
4. Precautions
travel in special period
1. If you are going to Yunnan from a non-key epidemic area, the airline will show the QR code before boarding the plane, and you need to fill in the form before you can board the plane.
2. Wear a mask throughout the boarding process, and the stewardess will measure the temperature of the passengers on the plane
3. After arriving at the airport, you need to fill in the Yunnan health code again, and you can leave after one-to-one verification
4. During the period in Yunnan, it is still necessary to wear a mask when entering and exiting public places. The hotel will also measure the body temperature of the staying guests, disinfect the guest room, etc.
5. For personal epidemic prevention, remember to bring more masks, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer, etc., and go to public places to cooperate with temperature measurement
Be careful when visiting
1. Sunglasses, hats, sun umbrellas, and sun protection clothing are all necessary for going out. The local ultraviolet coefficient is strong, unless you are not afraid of being tanned.
2. Bring an umbrella and raincoat, because the weather is cloudy and cloudy, and sometimes it will change suddenly, so it is best to bring it for emergencies.
3. The temperature difference between morning and evening in Dali is quite obvious. It is hot during the day and cold at night. You should still prepare a coat and be careful of catching a cold.
4. Be sure to pay attention to safety when driving by yourself. At present, some sections of Huanhaixi Road are under repair. It is recommended to take the Haidong line to be safer
5. The bars in the ancient city of Dali are already open, but there will be surprise inspections from time to time. Currently, there are no resident singers. Many singers will set up stalls on the side of the road to sing