Meet Yunnan—Meet a better self
foreword
In a blink of an eye, most of 2019 has passed quietly, summer is coming to an end, and autumn is about to start from scratch. Time always flies by very fast. Recalling the changes I vowed to make on New Year’s Day in 2019, it seems that there is not much change now, so in order to make my life less ordinary this year, I live a little bit Meaning, I decided to go to Yunnan during the National Day holiday.
As for why it is Yunnan, I think it is because this place has given me too many surprises. In my memory, every place has its own characteristics. Once we talk about it, that impression will appear in your mind and linger. When you talk about Tibet, you may think of eagles soaring in the sky, solemn temples, temples shining golden under the sun, and lamas in red robes paying homage to Buddha devoutly. When talking about Taiwan, you may think of small and fresh buildings, lively crowds in the night market, delicious street food...but Yunnan alone is beyond my imagination, because every place in it has its own characteristics, and the people there are simple and honest Kindness, the sky there is blue and bright, the sun is bright but not hot. The melons and fruits from the roadside vendors are bright in color and taste plump and juicy. The pace of life there is slow, and there is no guilt in wasting an afternoon tea. Tired of the fast pace of Guangzhou, I decided to go to Yunnan, the place that fascinated me. I booked a flight ticket from Guangzhou to Yunnan in September, and embarked on this ordinary but exciting journey. Ordinary travel.
Early preparation:
My little girlfriend Panasonic camera gf9, charger, power bank, clothes, sunscreen (although it’s October but it’s still very sunny there), jacket, umbrella (it may also rain). There are also a variety of beautiful concave skirts! ! (Bohemian style dress!) Medicine (in order to prevent acclimatization, I still brought Po Chai pills, cold medicine, band-aid)
schedule
September 30: Guangzhou-Yunnan, stay in the inn.
October 1: Visit Dayan Flower Alley (morning)——Dining at a caravan restaurant (at noon)——Folk Song Square (evening).
October 2: Pharaoh Restaurant next door (noon) - Lashihai Scenic Area (afternoon).
October 3rd: Laojun Mountain Scenic Spot (morning & noon) - leave Lijiang by car, go to Shangri-La (afternoon) - check in the Fifth Meteorite Hotel (evening).
October 4: Visit Dukezong Ancient City (noon)——Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience (afternoon)——Stay at the Fifth Meteorite Hotel (evening)
October 5: Napahai grassland (noon) - return (Yunnan - Guangzhou).
Meet Dayan Flower Lane
The first day was an evening flight, and it was already very late when we arrived in Yunnan. So I didn't take any photos, but it's strange to say that after getting off the plane and stepping into Yunnan, there is always an inexplicable sense of intimacy. That day, the owner of the inn, the very caring innkeeper, was afraid that I would be hungry, so he thoughtfully prepared some snacks for me, as well as Yunnan's special snacks, flower cakes~ I was very happy on the first day, and slept soundly.
Before dawn, I started my itinerary for today - Dayan Flower Lane in Lijiang. I think everyone has a different Lijiang in their hearts, and what Lijiang is like in everyone's mind is also related to everyone's mentality and mood.
Some people think that Lijiang is very commercialized, but I think Lijiang is one of the few places where I decided to stay in the ancient town for a few months or even half a year. Eat delicious food.
On the basis of inheriting local traditions and authentic culture, Dayan Flower Alley builds a communication bridge between ancient Dongba culture and modern people, removes the noisy, noisy and chaotic commercial phenomena in the ancient city, and integrates pure Naxi traditional crafts, Food, singing and dancing, etiquette, tea ceremony, jade culture, etc. are included in the theme town, integrated management, with tourists' experience as the core, and in-depth cultural experience tourism services. Walking to the streets of Huaxiang, the wind blows my face, but I feel very comfortable.
I don't know why, but on the first day I came to Yunnan, I crazily missed the local food. I want to eat delicious meat, hot and sour beef in hot and sour soup, as well as the local hot pot, served with a variety of snacks, which makes people mouth watering~ So I opened it on the first day I came to Yunnan I used a review software on the Internet and found a caravan restaurant.
This store should be considered a well-known online celebrity store, and the queue will be ready at six o'clock, but fortunately, it is early, and the wait is not long. When I first came in, I was amazed. I can't help but feel that it is Yunnan.
In the evening, with the flow of people, I came to Folk Song Square. I once thought that traveling is a person who stops and stops, and may meet different people and souls along the way. You may separate and go to different places after walking a certain distance together. But it doesn’t matter, come to Lijiang, find a favorite bar in the dark, listen to a few folk songs, wash away the fatigue of the journey, this is the meaning of travel in my opinion. Getting acquainted by fate is always fate.
Absolutely Beautiful Labu Sea
It was very late last night when I was listening to music at Folk Square, so I took a holiday for myself on the third day and didn’t get up until I woke up naturally. Because the inn is near Dayanhua Lane, I asked the innkeeper when I woke up If there is anything delicious nearby, he recommended to me the old Wang’s house next door. After reading the reviews on the Internet, it was not bad, so I went.
This store makes me feel that the service is in place, novel and interesting. Will give you a small hourglass to see the time. And his dishes are delicious and beautiful! There are also many people taking pictures and checking in!
After eating, I took a car to Rabhai. Shihai is located in the middle of Lashiba, 10 kilometers west of Lijiang City. It is the first nature reserve named after "wetland" in Yunnan Province, adjacent to the Huahua rose base.
"Lashi" is a translation of the ancient Naxi language, "la" means barren dam, and "shi" means new, meaning new barren dam. This place is also one of the reasons why I want to come to Lijiang. I've been here before, but because of time constraints, I just took a quick look at it and didn't take a closer look.
The seaside of Lashi has beautiful mountains and clear waters, especially Meiquan. The water is as green as flawless emeralds, and the bottom of the pool more than 6 meters deep can be seen so clearly. The forest here is dense, the flowers and plants are flourishing, and it is quiet and beautiful.
There is also a very beautiful lake, but this time I still feel that my time is not ready, and I should prepare more time to go. But fortunately, I still had a lot of fun. I had a special grilled fish for dinner before leaving. I still want to eat it again.
The uncanny workmanship of nature——Laojun Mountain
On the fourth day, I made an appointment to leave Lijiang in the afternoon. Taking advantage of a little time in the morning, I set off for Laojun Mountain early. The first impression Laojun Mountain gave me was that it was high. The mist in the morning gave it a solemn and solemn feeling. There are many strange rocks in the mountain, which is quite interesting. I even took photos and sent them to my parents.
I heard that the 2016 TV series "The Adventure of Looking for Love" starring Jiang Jinfu and Cheng Yanqiu was also filmed there. I really like this place, and I will definitely come with my parents next time.
Dream come true Shangri-La
When I traveled to Yunnan for the first time, I couldn't go to Shangri-La due to the itinerary. This time I finally arranged for Shangri-La. It was already evening when I arrived, and I chose to stay at the Fifth Meteorite Hotel. As for why he chose this hotel, he was only attracted by his name at first, and it seems that there is a fascinating story behind the hotel.
The hotel is located in the ancient city of Dukezong in Shangri-La, with an excellent location! And each house has the characteristics of local ethnic minorities! So in the end I chose to stay in this hotel, the experience was good and the staff was super friendly.
Sniffing the fresh air of the ancient city and getting up early, I have to praise the breakfast at the Fifth Meteorite Hotel, which is very rich in variety and delicious! ! I really love this restaurant.
After breakfast, I came to the ancient city of Dukezong. The ancient city of Dukezong is known as the city of moonlight. It was built according to the ideal country of Shambhala in Buddhist scriptures. Legend has it that this was the place where caravans used to do business, and the deep horseshoe prints on the stone road are the marks of those years.
Walking on this road, you feel as if you were in more than a thousand years ago and experience the local human touch. The intangible cultural heritage experience of Dukezong Ancient City also made me remember deeply. There are not only flower alleys, but also performance shows. After watching it, you can feel the wisdom of human beings from more than a thousand years ago. Before I knew it, it took me a day to visit the ancient city of Dukezong. wait
I came to my senses, it was almost seven o'clock in the evening. So after eating nearby, I went back to the hotel. I have to say that it is really pleasant to go back to the hotel when you are too tired after a day of shopping.
Napa Prairie
It was the last day in a blink of an eye. I booked a ticket to go home at 4:00 noon, so I went to Napahai Grassland again while I still had some time in the morning. This should be my last stop in Yunnan. I'm going back in the afternoon, and I'm really reluctant to think about it.
Established in 1984, the Napahai Grassland is a seasonal lake. It is lush and lush at a glance. It seems that the sky and the grassland are very close here, as if you can touch the sky with your hands. Looking at the sky, the soul was also touched.
This is my itinerary for the past few days. I have been very happy these days. I will come to Yunnan again if I have the opportunity.
Come again.