The temperature has dropped recently, and I couldn't stand the cold air and smog in my hometown. I went to Yunnan with my friends for a few days. The weather was so good that it shouldn't be too much.
I never thought that Yunnan in December made me seem to encounter three seasons of the year.
Autumn leaves, winter snow, and spring cherry blossoms unfold in sequence on this magical land, engraved into the bottom of my heart.
I can't remember how many times I have traveled on and off, but the destination that I can go on and off, the first thing that comes to mind must be "Dali".
In December, the seagulls came back to the Erhai Lake as promised, and I came again...
There was also a dream of a homestay, and the dream was stationed at the Erhai Lake. After a long time, the dream was gradually forgotten.
And the stories of those people who built their dreams in Erhai always surprise and move me every time.
The older I get, the more I miss the old days. After a year, I returned to the homestay where I stayed last year. From the same angle, I took photos of tourists commemorating different times.
I have been to Dali many times, and finally punched in the white bus that I planted grass on Weibo back then.
The speed at which things are updated is astonishing, and the original good marks should be well remembered.
When I went to Fengche Mountain for the first time, I was blown to doubt my life, and the second successful trip was definitely the result of persistence.
Put on the school uniform and go to Dali University to make a card, reminiscing about the beautiful youth that has passed away.
Dali Wuliangshan Cherry Blossom Valley is the first place to arrive in spring. The light pink pervades the entire valley, which is extremely romantic against the backdrop of tea mountains.
Drinking an afternoon tea by the Erhai Garden, the ritual sense of life does not conflict with posing.
The ancient town of Shuanglang, which was once a mess, has become much quieter. The best trip is to go shopping and eat in the ancient town, and go to the streets and alleys to experience the most authentic life of the Bai people.
Goodbye Lijiang, overlooking the ancient city of Lijiang at night from Lion Mountain, where the lights are dim, everything is familiar and cordial.
There are always some places that are hard to forget, and I want to go to Baisha Ancient Town to see the century-old ginkgo tree.
Sometimes it is not necessarily a person who meets again, but maybe a familiar scene, which is also touching.
There is a martial arts dream in my heart, riding a horse and using a sword to travel the world.
The rivers and lakes are not here, but a group of handsome photos with the snow mountains can really be found in Lijiang.
It is not an exaggeration to say that Lugu Lake is known as the place where gods live. Especially when you have watched a winter Lugu Lake sunrise, you will also
I also lament that the moment when night turns into day can be so beautiful.
See Erhai again
For me, traveling on the go is a frequent occurrence. However, the first destination that comes to my mind must be Dali.
I can’t remember how many times I have been to Dali. This ideal country I yearn for is full of expectations and surprises.
In December, the seagulls came back to the Erhai Lake as promised, and I came back again.
Walking to Little Putuo to see the seagulls, the scene is like a reunion of friends who haven't seen for a long time.
I remember that last year was also at this time, I stayed in this Tinghuatang homestay in Haidong for several days, and I still like the photos of the sky mirror on the roof very much.
The older I get, the more nostalgic I am. This time I came back and settled here habitually. It's only been a year since I disappeared, and now Tinghuatang is already the hottest homestay on the Erhai Sea. Even though it was two days in advance, I only booked two nights of accommodation.
The public area of the homestay can be said to be super cute, and the sunken space is super suitable for taking pictures. Dali's noon sun is very dazzling, and it seems that I can't care so much for taking pictures.
I once wrote a travel note about Dali. At that time, I still liked to check in the scenic spots all day long, but now I feel that finding a hotel I like to stay in a daze is the best expression of my time in Erhai Lake.
After a nap, I ordered an afternoon tea in the restaurant, stared at Cangshan Mountain in a daze for an afternoon, and saw the familiar Jesus light again.
Every time you come to Erhai Lake, you will harvest different scenery. There are similarities, but they are not the same. The best time is just the encounter at the moment.
In the evening, I asked my friends to go upstairs to take pictures of the moon in the sky mirror. It is said that this is a hot item in his family. Many young ladies came to Dali specially for a photo.
In this season, the temperature difference between morning and evening in Dali is very large. Even so, you must check in.
Sleep until you wake up naturally the next day, have a full breakfast at the hotel, and then start a new journey for the day.
Opposite the Erhai Lake in Cangshan Mountain, there is an auditorium of the sea
Every time I come to Dali, there seems to be new surprises, and I envy those young people who come to Erhai Lake to build their dreams.
I accidentally turned to this place called Sea Auditorium and it was really beautiful. I wanted to say that I must come and check in.
This is not a B&B on the Erhai Sea, but a new shooting base. It is very close to Tinghuatang where I live, and it takes less than 10 minutes to drive there.
The white circle is a superb viewfinder frame, and the Cangshan and Erhai Lakes are the most beautiful background. Both professional photographers and tourists seem to be able to take satisfactory photos.
The building has three floors. There is a wedding platform and an artificial beach on the second floor. Most of the people who come here to take pictures are newcomers who take wedding photos. With simple installations and the dreamy background of the Erhai Lake, it is really wonderful to leave such a group of wedding photos.
I like living in Haidong every time I come, because every afternoon I can see the light of Jesus on the side of Cangshan Mountain, which is a view I have never seen in the city.
Reminder: Tickets are required for taking pictures in the Auditorium of the Sea
Self-shooting 60 yuan per person
Take a photo with a photographer 200 yuan a group (limited to two people)
A group of 300 yuan for wedding photos (including the photographer's ticket)
Address: Sea Auditorium, Wenbi Village, Haidong, Dali (direct navigation available)
The story of Dali, the white bus in Xizhou’s memory
I remember that when I first learned about Dali, I found a group of photos of white buses on Weibo, which were deeply planted.
I have been to Dali so many times, but I haven't checked in yet. After asking, I found out that the white bus was near Xizhou, so I drove there with my friends.
There are a lot of new filming bases around Xizhou, and many of them have nice buses. I came here just to fulfill my thoughts.
This place is called Dali Story, and the facilities are a bit old now, and you have to buy tickets to take pictures in the park.
I took pictures with my friends for almost two hours, and it is said that I have already paid back the ticket price.
The boss has a few dogs, and they will rush over at every turn, scaring me too much. For a photo, I pretended to be very calm and the picture was a bit discordant.
Reminder:
Dali story ticket 30 per person
Next to the road on the left hand side of Xizhou Ancient Town
Go to Windmill Mountain again, travel should have no regrets
Dali's Fengche Mountain is also a niche place that is very suitable for taking pictures. Although Fengche Mountain is not far from Erhai Lake, the speed of the road is winding all the way. It takes about 2 hours to drive from Haidong.
The first time I went to Fengche Mountain was in the afternoon, and it was messed up by the wind. In order to make up for the regret, I chose to go in the morning this time.
The wind on Windmill Mountain is really strong, so you have to choose a lower col to take pictures, otherwise it will not only ruin your hairstyle.
With the dead grass in winter and the big windmill here, it is still very beautiful to take pictures.
It is recommended to come to Fengche Mountain in the morning, and it will not be smooth in the afternoon. I saw a photo of someone taking a picture with a flock of sheep before. It is really super beautiful.
The Cherry Blossom Season at Dali University commemorates the lost youth
At Dali University not far from the ancient city of Dali, the winter cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and I specially brought a school uniform to this most beautiful university to take a group photo.
During class, you can see the cherry blossoms outside the classroom through the window. It is really very romantic. I really envy the students here.
Cherry blossom trees bloom on both sides of the campus road, dancing with the breeze.
The cherry blossom forest is on the hillside of the school, and it is easy to find from the gate.
Dali University is open to the outside world. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, local people will come here to soak up the sun, which is very pleasant.
It feels like I have returned to the youthful campus time, but our campus environment is incomparable with this place.
Reminder:
Dali University is open to the public for free, and it only takes about ten minutes by taxi from the ancient city of Dali.
There are two seasons of cherry blossoms in Dali University: winter cherry blossoms and spring cherry blossoms. The winter cherry blossoms are generally in early December, and the spring cherry blossoms are in early March. The flowering period lasts for about half a month.
Wuliangshan Cherry Blossom Valley, the place where spring arrives first
Although it has been cold winter in Chengdu these days, spring seems to have come ahead of schedule in Wuliang Mountain in Nanjian, Dali.
The cherry blossoms here not only bloom early, but also in the tea gardens, the scenery is magnificent.
This time I came here during the winter cherry blossom period, so I specially took a day to come and take pictures.
It takes nearly 4 hours from Dali to Wuliang Mountain Cherry Blossom Valley. Although the distance is long, you can see the cherry blossoms in the valley. That kind of scene will make you feel that it is worth the distance.
The light pink looks fresh and romantic in the tea mountains, and the breeze blows, and the mood suddenly becomes brighter.
The blue sky in Dali matches the cherry blossoms very well, and it looks good when you pick up the camera and take pictures casually.
Although cherry blossoms can be seen in many places, it is really magical to encounter spring flowers blooming in such a cold winter.
The terrain here has a large difference in height, and you need to find a suitable angle for taking pictures. Tourists can also walk into the tea mountain to take pictures.
Reminder:
Winter cherry blossom period:
The winter cherry blossoms in Wuliang Mountain are usually from late November to mid-December, and generally only bloom for about 15 days, and the blooming period is early December. But this year's cherry blossoms bloomed relatively late. According to friends over there, this year's cherry blossoms should be in full bloom in mid-December, and you should be able to see them until the end of December.
Place:
Wuliang Town, Nanjian County, Dali Prefecture, Yunnan Province
It takes about 3-4 hours to drive from Dali Ancient City.
Bus line: Take the Xiaguan-Nanjian bus at Dali New Passenger Station, one petal every 15 minutes from 7:15 to 19:30, the fare is 28 yuan; then transfer to Nanjian-Shale minibus, stop at Cherry Blossom Valley get off.
There are four daily departures from Nanjian to Shale (8:30-15:30).
In December, the county passenger station has a special line for tourism to Sakura Valley.
stay:
There are some farmhouses in the local area, and the house price is around 100-300 yuan per night. It is recommended to take pictures of cherry blossoms in the morning and evening, when the light is better.
You can drive back and forth on the same day by yourself, but you have a better chance of taking pictures of good scenery if you stay for one night~
Since Tianjing ran out of rooms, he moved to a nearby B&B called Hua Qianxun. This homestay is very cost-effective, and the decoration is super suitable for young people.
The room I stayed in is very large, facing the Erhai Lake and the big garden in the backyard.
The next day, I asked the housekeeper in the store to deliver the breakfast to the room, and took a few photos in the room to post to Moments.
The decoration of this homestay by the Erhai Sea is also very small and fresh, the garden in the backyard is super beautiful, and the white plunge pool is also very suitable for taking pictures.
The daytime in Dali is more than 20 degrees these days. I put on a summer skirt for taking pictures. My friend helped me take pictures and said that I worked too hard.
The afternoon tea at their house is also full of ritual. The clerk saw that we like to take pictures, so they moved out their tent props.
My friends and I can pose for photos in the yard, and other residents watched us take pictures and came to check in.
The best way to open Shuanglang Ancient Town
Hua Qianxun is very close to Shuanglang Ancient Town, and she hasn't been to Shuanglang for a long time, thinking about going to the ancient town for a stroll.
If you want to take a panoramic view of the ancient town, then the viewing platform on the top is the best location.
The Bougainvillea in the ancient town is still in full bloom, giving people the illusion of being in Southeast Asia.
The fried breast fan in Zhenkou still looks so attractive.
The best thing to do when visiting the ancient town is to eat snacks. The small shrimps in the Erhai Lake and the batter are fried and crispy, and eating both is not enough.
It may be due to the off-season. Compared with the last time, there are many fewer tourists in Shuanglang Ancient Town, and it seems to be more clean and more like an ancient town of the Bai nationality.
Old people of the Bai nationality can be seen walking everywhere in the ancient town. For tourists, this is a scenic spot, and for them, this is their hometown of life.
Strolling along the Erhai Lake, listening to the singing on the side of the road, the sun shining on the firecrackers is full of warmth, I really want to spend a winter here.
There are many interesting shops in the ancient town, where you can buy some local souvenirs.
I personally think that the ancient town of Shuanglang in the evening is more flavorful, and the sunset gradually dyes the Erhai Lake red. Find a small bar to sit and listen to music, and put aside all your troubles.
See you again in Lijiang
After staying in Dali for a few days, I was very relaxed, and I was really reluctant to leave. Our second stop was the ancient city of Lijiang. It would be a pity not to visit Lijiang after arriving in Dali.
It is only a 3-hour drive from Dali to Lijiang, so it is very convenient to ask the housekeeper to book a carpool for us.
I booked the Sifang Street Viewing Inn in Tinghuatang. The inn is on the half-mountain of Lion Mountain, overlooking the entire ancient city of Dayan.
It may be due to the higher altitude. After walking for a while, I was out of breath. My friend said that fortunately, I don’t have to carry my luggage by myself.
Looking at Lijiang at night from the hotel room has a special flavor, the lights are brilliant, and there are bursts of singing. This is Lijiang, the more beautiful it is at night.
I heard that you can watch the sunrise of the ancient city at the inn, so I got up early on purpose. The morning light shining on the flowers is really beautiful.
Every store in Tinghuatang has planted a lot of flowers, which can be said to be super enviable for someone like me who can’t grow flowers.
I love this kind of margarita so much, and it is only in places like Lijiang Dali that the flowers can bloom so lushly.
Going down from the Lion Rock, you will arrive at Sifang Street. Every morning and evening, there are local old Naxi people dancing around here, and tourists can participate in it to their heart's content.
An alley next to Sifang Street is full of oil-paper umbrellas. It is a very popular Internet celebrity street on Douyin, and only in the morning can you take photos with few tourists.
The temperature in Lijiang in December is very comfortable. The sun shines through the leaves on the bluestone slabs, revealing mottled light and shadow, which softens the time.
Although I have been to many ancient cities, Lijiang is a very special one. The scenery is very different during the day and night, and the quiet and lively always switch freely between day and night.
Dayan Flower Alley is a newly built alley in the ancient city. It has small literary shops and streets with Lijiang characteristics. If you have time, you may wish to visit here.
The wishing board is full of wishes and blessings of tourists, and it has become the most beautiful scenery on this street.
I have been to the ancient city of Lijiang many times, but I seldom take good photos of the ancient city. I took a bunch of pictures with my friends in the alleys of the ancient city.
This time I did not choose Mufu, which is a must for tourists, but strolled around the nearby Wangfu Street. Against the background of trees, the buildings on this street look very beautiful.
In my opinion, the Old Town of Lijiang is suitable for wandering, and you may be able to harvest special scenery inadvertently.
Go to Baisha Ancient Town and see the old ginkgo tree
Baisha Ancient Town is the nearest village to the Snow Mountain, and it is also a place I must visit every time I come to Lijiang. Compared with Dayan, there is less noise and more tranquility here.
Foreign tourists can often be seen here. You must know that the Lijiang described by Locke was Baisha.
Baisha has many antique shops and some batik workshops.
Baisha Ancient Town is not big, and there are several cafes here that I like very much.
Order a drink and feel the light and shadow of Lijiang, and you won't get tired all day long.
There is a centuries-old ginkgo tree in Baisha Ancient Town. Last year, I accidentally went in with my friends, and the ground is golden.
Recently, my friend's ginkgo is swiping the screen every day. I haven't photographed ginkgo this year.
Now that we are here again, let's go and see that old ginkgo tree. Walking into the courtyard, I told my friends that this place is much more beautiful than the one I visited last year.
The whole tree is covered with golden ginkgo leaves, and the leaves dance when the wind blows, as if the world is quiet.
In Lijiang, there are always some places that are hard to forget. Meeting again is not necessarily a person, sometimes it can be a familiar scene, which is also touching.
Baisha can directly see Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and I will never go back to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Blue Moon Valley again.
The racecourse at the foot of the snow-capped mountains is one of my favorite photo spots, so I might as well share it with you.
This group of photos was taken when I came to Lijiang in summer, and the location is at the Snow Mountain Racecourse near Baisha.
Because I like Hanfu, the photo was taken by my friend A Ming, a photographer from Lijiang.
The snow-capped mountains in summer are not as bright as this season, but I like the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as the background very much.
Most people have a single tree plot, and this place is also near the snow mountain. If you need specific information, you can ask me.
I felt very comfortable after staying in the ancient city of Lijiang for two days. My friend came to Lijiang for the first time, and she also wanted to visit Lugu Lake.
Lugu Lake in winter, charming in autumn
Although I have been to Lugu Lake several times, but thinking about the scenery of this season, I agreed to her without hesitation.
It is a 4-hour drive from Lijiang to Lugu Lake. There are many bends in the mountain roads, and it is easy to landslide in summer. I really do not recommend driving by yourself.
Departing from Lijiang early in the morning, it was already afternoon when we arrived at Lugu Lake. To enter Lugu Lake, you need to buy tickets. There is a rest area where you can buy tickets, and you can see the whole Lugu Lake. Every time you come to Lugu Lake, you feel it is so beautiful.
It is not an exaggeration to say that Lugu Lake is called the place where gods live. Sometimes I feel that it is a long way to come here, but when I think about it, maybe this is the official way, so it can be preserved in such an original ecology.
It is recommended to visit Lugu Lake for two or three days. The scenic spots are all by the lake, and the Lige Peninsula is a must-see for tourists.
There is a viewing platform on the top of the Lige Peninsula, which overlooks the entire peninsula. This is a classic location for shooting Lugu Lake.
Visitors can drive directly to the parking lot below the Rieger Peninsula. Going inside the peninsula is an undeveloped area, with several old houses facing the lake and a single tree, just like the scenery in the painting.
There are beautiful scenery anywhere in Lugu Lake, and I am very satisfied when I took photos that I like with my friends.
Both Dali and Lugu Lake are suitable for wedding photos. Plateau lakes have different scenery from coastal areas, with mountains and water, and the photos are more aura.
Coming out of the Lige Peninsula, you will pass by Nise, but in early December, it looks like a scene in late autumn, with golden willow trees reflected on the lake, attracting tourists to stop their cars to take pictures.
Most of the hotels in Lugu Lake are built along the lakeside. Except for Daluoshui and Lige Peninsula where accommodation is more concentrated, there are also many stylish homestays by the lake. For convenience, we asked the housekeeper of Tinghuatang to book their Lugu Lake branch for us.
Living in the middle of the mountain, there is not only a huge garden here, but also overlooking Lugu Lake. After putting down the luggage, I can't wait to go to the yard to take pictures with my friends.
Next to the homestay is Lover’s Beach in Sichuan. It is said that the sunset here is also super beautiful. I took pictures at the hotel for a long time, but unfortunately missed the sunset. When I came to the lake, the sky had turned into a romantic lavender.
I found a steam pot fish nearby for dinner. This is a must-eat food every time you come to Lugu Lake.
Although Lugu Lake in winter is warm during the day, the temperature drops sharply at night. Drinking a bowl of hot fish soup is not to mention how happy it is.
I missed the sunset yesterday, so I have to go and see the sunrise of Lugu Lake today.
The sunrise in winter is usually around 6 am, and the best location is the Rieger Peninsula.
In the past, it was hard to find a room on the Lige Peninsula. Nowadays, many inn facilities and equipment are old, but it is less than half an hour's drive from where we live.
In December, Lugu Lake is close to 0 degrees sooner or later, and the temperature difference is unstoppable.
Tourists ride pig trough boats to the center of the lake. As the sun slowly rises from behind the mountain, a thin layer of mist rises on the lake surface, and it is like walking into a fairyland under the sun.
The seagulls surround the cruise ship, and their calls make this place lively and full of vitality.
The sunrise at Lugu Lake in winter is really beautiful, and the seagulls look very cute under the golden sunlight. I can't help but sigh that the transition from night to day can be so beautiful, we missed too many beautiful moments.
After having breakfast on the Lige Peninsula, I felt my blood return. On the way back, I went to Nisai to feed the seagulls.
Nisai is a bit depressed this season, the two husband and wife trees before are gone, and there are quite a lot of seagulls by the lake.
Compared with the seagulls in Erhai Lake, the seagulls here get up really early, as soon as you feed, they will flock to you.
Although there are many seagulls, it is not easy to take a satisfactory group photo. Maybe I am a seagull insulator, and there are very few seagulls in the picture when the shutter is pressed.
We only stayed in Lugu Lake for two days, returned to the inn to check out, and then started our trip around the lake.
Walking Marriage Bridge is a very popular scenic spot in Lugu Lake. Due to the long-term sedimentation and shallow lake water, the reeds are very lush. In this season, the reeds have turned golden yellow, and the scenery is also very beautiful.
Walking on the Marriage Bridge has two ends. As a regular customer, you will never choose to walk on the bridge. Even in the off-season, you may be crowded with tourists.
There is a trail on the side of the road to climb to the viewing platform in the middle of the mountain, where you can take a panoramic view of the Marriage Bridge.
You must know that you can only take pictures of the big head and the wooden plank road on the bridge. Here, the grass sea has an aerial perspective effect.
Walking along Lugu Lake, you can often see such maple trees, which look beautiful against the sun and blue sky.
Caohaili is not far from the Marriage Bridge, and here is an excellent location for a cruise ship.
A few wild ducks on the lake broke into my lens and became the most vivid scenery in the picture.
I thought this scene was very beautiful, and I couldn't help but go to the car to change my clothes, and hurriedly asked a friend to take a few pictures.
Every time I go on a trip, I always like to use one day as a few days, as if to do whatever it takes to take pictures.
Accidentally discovered that there was a thin layer of ice on the lake, no wonder the boatman was still missing.
The colorful pig trough boats are the symbol of Lugu Lake, and there are usually local Mosuo people punting the boats manually.
It has been eight or nine years since I came to Lugu Lake for the first time, and the lake here is still crystal clear. I really hope that there will never be electric boats driving on the lake.
Because I had to go back to Lijiang, I didn't stop at Lugu Lake too much. It's a place where the gods live, and it's a blessing to see it more.
The size of Lugu Lake falls into the water, and Wangfei Island is also very beautiful. I have written a separate travel note on Lugu Lake before, and friends in need can read it.
Reminder:
How to get to Lugu Lake
Fewer flights, slightly higher prices in peak season
It takes about 3 and a half hours to drive from Lijiang to Lugu Lake, and you can carpool in the ancient city for 100 yuan/person
Tickets: 70 yuan per person
How many days are suitable for Lugu Lake?
Most people travel to and from Lugu Lake from Lijiang, and it is more suitable for general tourists to go around the lake for 2 days. But if you want to take good photos, you won't get tired of staying for a week.
play line
DAY1 departs in the morning and arrives at Lugu Lake at noon:
Daluoshui Wharf—Yunnan Lover’s Beach—Lige Peninsula—Lige Observation Deck—Nise Wharf—Dayu Water Outlet—Luyuanya—Sichuan Lover’s Beach
DAY2 circles the lake in the morning and returns to Lijiang in the afternoon:
Sichuan Lover's Beach - Goddess Bay - Wangfei Island - Caohai - Walking Marriage Bridge - Walking Marriage Bridge Observation Deck - Lugu Lake Observation Deck
You can also spend a day around the lake, but the itinerary will be a little rushed.
way around the lake
preferred self-driving
The inn can generally book a carpool around the lake, and the price of a car is about 300-400 yuan a day.
where to live?
There are several popular accommodation spots in Lugu Lake, Lige Peninsula, Nisai Wharf, etc. The inn I stayed in this time is located near Sichuan Lover's Beach, and the time to watch the sunset is just right.
Lugu Lake Tinghuatang Seaview Garden Hotel is like a big garden, the public area is very beautiful, highly recommended.
What to bring?
In winter, Lugu Lake has a large temperature difference between morning and evening, so you can wear long skirts during the day, and down jackets in the morning and evening.
Best places to watch the sunrise
Rigo Peninsula VS Nisai Pier
The sunrise time in winter is around 7:00 in the morning, and you can still see the unique landscape of a layer of mist on the surface of Lugu Lake in winter at sunrise.
Best places to watch the sunset
Sichuan Lover's Beach VS Goddess Bay
Food recommendation:
There are bonfire parties in almost every village, with an average of about 50 per capita.
Steam pot fish, light taste, delicious soup.
Stir-fried dishes, most of the restaurants here are mainly Sichuan-style, and the taste is very good.
By boat:
Every pier can take a boat, the price ranges from 50-300 yuan
It is recommended to watch the sunrise by boat in Lige. It is like entering a fairyland, surrounded by seagulls, and watching the rising water mist.
About the itinerary
For a week, most of the time is reserved for Dali, while Lijiang and Lugu Lake are indispensable scenery.
I have written a separate travel note about Dali and Lijiang before, which covers more scenic spots, and friends who need it can refer to it.
DAY1 Chengdu - Dali - Auditorium of the Sea
DAY2 Xizhou - Windmill Mountain - Dali University
DAY3 Wuliang Mountain Cherry Blossom Valley
DAY4 Shuanglang——Lijiang
DAY5 Lijiang Ancient Town - Baisha Ancient Town
DAY6 Lijiang - Lugu Lake
DAY7 Lugu Lake - Lijiang - Chengdu
Accommodation
Dali: Tinghuatang Seaview Garden Beauty Hotel (Dali Erhai Tianjing Branch)
Reservation link:
https://hotels.ctrip.com/hotel/5558868.html#ctm_ref=hod_hp_sb_lst
Price: 400-1200 yuan per night
I stayed in this hotel in Dali last year, and the environment and service are excellent, so I directly booked a room at his house this time.
The homestay is in the east of the Erhai Lake, very close to Little Putuo, and parking is available, which is very convenient for self-driving.
The infinity swimming pool and the sky in the public area are casually shot, and there is a moon on the roof of his house. Many young ladies come to check in for a group of photos.
Dali: Huaqianxun Seaview Garden Hotel (Dali Shuiliandong Branch)
Reservation link:
https://hotels.ctrip.com/hotel/6508490.html?isFull=F&masterhotelid=6508490&hcityid=36#ctm_ref=hod_sr_lst_dl_n_1_1
Price: 200-800 yuan a night
This homestay is located in Qingshan Village, Shuanglang, Dali. It is also a homestay near the sea. The decoration is very small and fresh, suitable for young people, and the price is very high. The back garden of the B&B is very distinctive. In addition to the large garden, there is also a white waterfall, which is very suitable for taking pictures. It is a ten-minute drive to Shuanglang Ancient Town.
Lijiang Old Town: Tinghuatang Private Garden Inn (Lijiang Sifang Street Guanjing Store)
Reservation link:
https://hotels.ctrip.com/hotel/36166846.html?isFull=F&masterhotelid=36166846&hcityid=37#ctm_ref=hod_sr_lst_dl_n_1_1
Price: 300-800 yuan a night
Tinghuatang has many stores in the ancient city of Lijiang, each of which has its own characteristics. Every time I come to Lijiang, I will stay at their home.
Sifang Street Viewing Store is located on the Lion Rock in the ancient city, overlooking the panoramic view of the ancient city, surrounded by the central attractions of the ancient city. There is a large viewing platform covered with various flowers, which is the style that girls like.
Lugu Lake: Tinghuatang Seaview Garden Inn
Reservation link:
https://hotels.ctrip.com/hotel/1733642.html?isFull=F&masterhotelid=1733642&hcityid=D105_1161#ctm_ref=hod_sr_lst_dl_n_1_1
Price: 400-1000 yuan per night
This is the branch of Tinghuatang in Lugu Lake. The inn is located on the middle of the mountain in Dazui Village, with excellent views, and there are several good restaurants around.
You can see the lake view from the room, and the public area is a large garden, which is very suitable for taking pictures. It takes about 5 minutes to walk to Lover's Beach Pier.
Gourmet articles
There are many delicacies in Yunnan, and many tastes are hot and sour. For Sichuanese, it can be said that they like it very much.
Generally, 40-60 meals per person can be done, and the snacks are cheap and good. This does not include those products bought in the ancient city scenic spot.
Delicacy that must be strongly recommended, copper pot beef, cured pork ribs, flower heart potatoes, chickpea jelly, Naxi father, snow mountain fish, steam pot chicken, bridge rice noodles and so on. There are several good restaurants in the ancient city. If you want to eat more cost-effective, you may wish to look around the ancient city.
Dali also has a lot of delicacies. When you go to Dali, you must try the Bai people's hot and sour fish, raw hide, and watery flowers. You can't eat these kinds of food in other places. Snack roll noodles, grilled bait cubes, roasted milk fans, and Xizhou Baba are also local specialties and are worth a try.
Practical strategy
transportation:
Dali, Lijiang, and Lugu Lake all have airports, but Lijiang is the one with the highest cost performance, so the ancient city of Lijiang is also a big transit point.
The suggested order is Dali to Lijiang and then to Lugu Lake.
Lijiang - Dali
It can be reached by train or car, and the journey takes about 2 hours.
It is recommended to charter or rent a car, not to take the train. Dali's railway station is a certain distance from the Erhai Lake and the ancient city. Many inns in Lijiang can provide carpooling services. The price is 100-120 per person, and they can be delivered directly to the inn.
Lijiang - Lugu Lake
It takes about 4 hours to drive from Lijiang to Lugu Lake. Most of the roads are mountain roads. It is not recommended to rent a car and drive by yourself. You can choose to carpool, the price is between 100-150 yuan per person.
Sun protection:
Yunnan is located on a plateau with high altitude and strong ultraviolet rays. Your skin will be tanned before you know it. Therefore, before going out during the day, remember to apply sunscreen, hats and shawls. Not only can you protect yourself from the sun, but you can also look good when taking pictures.
climate:
Among the three places, the temperature in Dali is relatively warm, and the temperature difference between morning and evening in Lijiang and Lugu Lake is relatively large. In December, the daytime is about 20 degrees, but it is very cold in the morning and evening.
Yunnan has little change in four seasons, with distinct dry and wet seasons. The annual average temperature is between 12.6°C and 19.9°C, and the rainy season is concentrated from June to September.
Skirts to wear:
The so-called Eighteen Monsters of Yunnan are dressed in the same clothes in four seasons, which is also a major feature of Yunnan tourism.
The weather on the plateau is changeable, sometimes sunny, sometimes cloudy, sometimes cold and sometimes hot, and it is necessary to respond in time according to the changes. In winter, the temperature difference between day and night increases, so it is necessary to wear a thick coat in the morning and evening.
I bought most of the clothes in the travel notes from the Ideal Thirty Travel Women’s Clothing Store. Their clothes are more suitable for Yunnan. The white skirt was entrusted to Mr. Lu's family.
Skin care products:
The weather in Yunnan is drier than you might imagine. Hotels basically have underfloor heating, and laundry can be dried overnight. Girls must bring more moisturizing masks.
Travel method:
There is really no need to apply for a tour group when traveling to Yunnan. I am very resistant to the way of traveling where the bus drives to a place to take pictures and then leaves, and does not come out for half a day to shop. In fact, traveling here is simply to relax for a few days, and the surrounding scenic spots can be reached by Didi, and the transportation between cities can also be arranged by chartered cars.