[2025 Dali ] Travel Guide for Cang'er Avenue (Updated Apr)

March is the perfect time of year to enjoy the blossoms. If you're traveling to Dali, a city known for its gentle breezes, cherry blossoms are in full bloom right now. Don't miss these four free, niche, and stunning spots around the ancient city of Dali for taking Trip Moments and enjoying the blossoms! Without further ado, let's get to the good stuff! ✅Cang'er Avenue: Located east of Dali University, near the ancient city of Dali, Cang'er Avenue is a popular spot for Instagrammers. It's bustling with tourists year-round, and in spring, the roadsides are lined with cherry blossoms. Looking eastward, you can capture a panoramic view of Erhai Lake. 🚩Address: Cang'er Avenue, Ancient City of Dali. It's on the west side, near Dali University, and also near a street known for its halal cuisine. It's about 500 meters from the Literature Tower in the ancient city of Dali. ✨Highlights: Cang'er Avenue is already a popular scenic route in Dali. During the cherry blossom season, the cherry blossom trees lining the road become even more vibrant. The straight Cang'er Avenue offers a bird's-eye view of the beautiful Erhai Lake from west to east, with stunning cherry blossom views. ✅Dali Mountain and Water: When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom at Dali Mountain and Water, the open area of Cherry Blossom Valley is a great place to enjoy the flowers and take Trip Moments. The Lian Tong Bridge in Cherry Blossom Valley is a particularly good spot for photos. The wide-open scenery at the east gate of Mountain and Water is also a frequent choice for photography enthusiasts. 🚩Address: Open area of the Dali Mountain and Water residential area. Located southwest of the Literature Tower in the ancient city, it's a free cherry blossom valley. ✨Highlights: The Cherry Blossom Valley in Mountain and Water is very close to the ancient city. In March, the falling cherry blossoms create a magical scene, making it easy to capture stunning photos. Parking around the east gate is also free. ✅Small Courtyard Central Area Creekside: 🚩Address: Located along the connecting road by the Qingbi Stream, between Cangshan Avenue and Xijing Line (National Highway 214). It's near the central area of "Dali's Small Courtyard," about 2 km from the ancient city. ✨Highlights: Tall cherry blossom trees line the roadside, their blossom-laden branches naturally drooping. To the west, you can see the beautiful snow-capped Cangshan Mountain, and the connecting road curves gracefully. Due to the beautiful cherry blossoms, this has become a popular spot for wedding photography. ✅Unnamed Road by Dali Driving School: 🚩Address: An unnamed road west of Dali Driving School, near the south side of Gantong Villas. It's about 4 km from the ancient city of Dali. ✨Highlights: The cherry blossoms here were once unknown, but with the increasing popularity of wedding photography, it has gradually become more lively. The driving school's wall is low, with a tiled roof, and the drooping cherry blossom branches make it a great spot for Trip Moments. Follow the lens and words of travel blogger Wu Wei to embark on a journey of exploration where "the heart has no regrets, and the journey has no boundaries."

| A Dreamy Road with Mountains and Sea Cang'er Avenue is located in the southern part of Dali Ancient Town, starting from the intersection of Cangshan Avenue between Dali University and Dali Timber School in the west, and ending at the intersection of Dali Highway in the east, with a total length of about 1.36 km. It connects Cangshan Mountain on one end and Erhai Lake on the other, offering stunning scenery. [How to Play] ● Self-driving: You can stop freely at scenic spots along the way to enjoy and take photos. ● Cycling: You can get closer to nature, slowly enjoy the scenery along the way, and stop to rest and enjoy the scenery at any time during the ride. [Check-in Spots] ● View from a high place: Navigate to the People's Court nearby, walk to the middle and upper section of Cang'er Avenue, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake as a whole. It is also a good place to take "Dali Manhattan" photos. ● Road scenery: The road is paved with asphalt and colored asphalt, with green belts on both sides and in the middle. You can walk or ride a bike to enjoy the beauty of the road itself. Play Time It is recommended to visit between 3:00 pm and 6:00 pm, when the light is soft and the photo rate is high. [Outfit Suggestions] You can choose cool and stylish clothes, such as denim suits, trench coats, etc., to take road photos; you can also wear a little dress to create a beautiful atmosphere. [Nearby Food] ● Xizhou Baba: You can taste it in Xizhou Ancient Town, with two flavors of sweet and salty, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. ● Dali Sour and Spicy Fish: Made with wild carp from Erhai Lake, sour papaya and pickled chili, it is sour and spicy and appetizing, and can be tasted in restaurants in the ancient town or Xizhou Ancient Town. ● Rushan: The most authentic Rushan is in Dengchuan, which can be eaten directly or fried into rolls, with a strong milky flavor. [Accommodation Recommendations] ● Near Dali Ancient Town: Convenient transportation, with many options for food, drink and entertainment. ● Villages near the sea such as Caicun and Longkan: Close to Cang'er Avenue and Erhai Lake, you can also watch the sunrise in the morning.

Have you ever noticed that the roads in every country can become a unique landscape? Whether it’s a mountain road, a seaside road, or a city street, as long as you catch the angle, any shot you take will be a blockbuster! Some people may ask: "What's so good about taking photos of roads?" In fact, the beauty of roads lies in their representativeness - they are a microcosm of a place, recording the stories of cities or nature. So, next time you travel, don’t ignore those ordinary roads, they may be the most amazing scenery in your photo album! Sometimes, beauty is right at your feet, and it just needs a perspective to discover it. Next time you come here, be sure to try to record your own "Xanthium blockbuster"! For the end of this avenue is the romance of mountains and sea💕 ✨Suggestions: •Didi driver suggested that if you take a taxi, you can put: -Dali Hongsheng Road (locate Dali Yiran Apartment) or -Gucheng People's Court ✨Reminder: •There will be many photographers on the roadside, but I personally think that I can get a good photo if I take it😂 •When taking photos, you need to pay attention to the vehicles coming and going #Cang'er Avenue #Meeting of Mountains and Seas #Road Trip #Natural Scenery #Road's End is Romantic #Casual Movie #Travel Notes #Story of Mountains and Seas #Healing Road #Scenic Photography #Explore the End of the Road #Must-Take Photos on Travel #Embrace of Nature #Scenery on the Journey #Road Movie #Dali #Yunnan #Erhai Lake #2024 Travel Settlement #Slowly Traveling This Year #The Scenery I Saw This Year

Haixi Area Attractions: Fengyangyi: Great for photos. Cang'er Avenue: Beautiful road along Erhai Lake. Longkan Wharf: Watch the sunrise and redwoods in the water. Panxi S Bend: S-shaped bend, great for photos. Lang Bridge: A broken bridge by Erhai Lake, great for photos. Xizhou Ancient Town: Bai architecture, corner buildings, and wheat fields. Zhou Town Tie-dye: Experience Bai traditional tie-dye. 🔹 Haidong Area Attractions: Shuanglang Ancient Town: Near Erhai Lake, with many cafes and photo spots. Sun Palace and Moon Palace are also here. Luwo Mountain: The highest cliff by Erhai Lake, great for photos and caves. Xiaoputuo: Island with a temple, seagulls in winter. Wenbi Village: Rainbow road, great for photos. Ideal State: Santorini-style architecture, requires purchase to enter. Xingsheng Bridge: European-style bridge, great for photos. 🔹 Recommended One-day Tour Around Erhai Lake: Panxi S Bend Lang Bridge Xizhou Ancient Town Shuanglang Ancient Town Luwo Mountain Wenbi Village Ideal State Xingsheng Bridge

| A dream residence between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. 🌟Recommend a super beautiful garden B&B to friends who are planning to visit Dali. It is located next to the Internet celebrity Cang'er Avenue, between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. The smoke from the countryside is curling up, and the mist in the mountains is like a beautiful ink painting. 🌸The garden on the first floor is super beautiful! 🌷All kinds of flowers are in full bloom. The colorful flowers and lush green plants set off each other, making it seem like a dreamy fairy tale world. Walking here, the fragrance of flowers is overflowing, and every step is like walking in a painting. 🌟The facilities in the B&B are super complete! 🎨The studio can inspire your artistic inspiration; the tea room allows you to calm down and sip tea🍵; the glass sun lounge area is warm and cozy, the cafe is filled with the aroma of coffee☕️, and the home theater allows you to enjoy watching movies! 🎞️The reading area on the second floor is full of literary and artistic atmosphere, and the viewing terrace on the top floor is even more unique. Standing on it, you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. You can feel the magnificence of nature at sunrise and sunset. 🌅 🐈There are also two Ragdoll cats in the B&B! They are super cute and fluffy, just like two little dumplings. You can touch them, play with them and feel the healing moments brought by these little angels. 💕 🛏️B&Bs have a variety of room types. Whether you are traveling as a couple, traveling as a family, or traveling with friends, you can find a room that suits you to meet different travel needs. Linen and disposable items are all equipped according to luxury hotel standards. They are comfortable and soft, just like being surrounded by clouds, allowing you to enjoy high-quality sleep during your journey. 😴 This kind of B&B is really your first choice when visiting Dali. Friends, don’t miss it! 💕 📍Dali Qingye·Yunshu (Cang'er Avenue Store)

🙋These past few days, Dali has been filled with pink romance, and it's so beautiful that it doesn't seem real💕 🌸In mid-March in Dali, it's the season when cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and the weather is so good. Under the blue sky, the air is clear and everything is fresh and natural. The meaning of traveling to the ancient city of Dali recently is not just to see Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. ‼️The most romantic and worthwhile sight is the cherry blossoms blooming everywhere between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake🌸 🙋For example, many young guys and girls have gathered on "Canger Avenue." ‼️Additionally, right next to it, "Dali University" is also a place where cherry blossoms are blooming, but it's a pity I didn't make a reservation😭I'm so sad～ 🌸🌸🌸 ➡️Cherry blossoms can be seen at any time, don't just stick to one place. ➡️Dali has narrow roads and many cars, be sure to pay attention to safety

Missed the winter cherry blossoms in December🌸 Don’t miss the spring cherry blossoms in March🌸 If Chunying is the leader, it must be 📍Dali University! Cherry blossoms are in full bloom throughout the campus, and they are densely packed near the library. There are several roads where you can take beautiful photos. The higher you go, the fewer people there are! He can always avoid the crowd and pose freely ✅How to enter 1⃣️You need to make a reservation on "Dali University" g🐷🐵 in advance! 2⃣️Opening day: March 9/10/16/17, 8:00-17:00 ‼ ️Pets are not allowed inside —— In addition to Dali University, there are many cherry blossom viewing spots near the ancient city. 🌸Cherry blossom viewing route arrangement: Dali Ancient City→Dali University→Cang'er Avenue→Landscapes→Dali's Small Courtyard Central Area→Qingbi Stream→Cangshan Small Courtyard 📍In the ancient city of Dali, Luyu Road, Boai Road, Fuxing Road, and Yeyu Road are all good places to enjoy cherry blossoms. Together with the ancient buildings and shops, you can take pictures of the fireworks on earth. 📍Cang'er Avenue It is a photo shoot site for Internet celebrities all year round. The cherry blossoms and the Erhai Lake at the end make it even more romantic. Pay attention to passing vehicles 📍Landscape room For the community near the south gate of the ancient city, it is recommended to navigate to "Shanshuijian Northeast Gate 2" to enter. There are houses with small bridges and flowing water, winding garden landscapes, and a teahouse where you can spend an afternoon drinking tea and enjoying cherry blossoms leisurely. 📍Dali’s small courtyard in the middle area 6km away from the ancient city. There is a road leading to National Highway 214 next to it, and you can take photos along the way. The white walls and cherry blossoms in the community fill the atmosphere 📍Qingbixi There is a stream next to the middle area of ​​the small courtyard. Just cross the bridge and walk down a little. The stream, cherry blossoms, blue sky, and white clouds are so beautiful. 📍Cangshan courtyard roadside It is 7km away from the ancient city. There are very few tourists. I took photos while walking. —— 📸Photography guide ✅Around mid-March, the peak flowering period is from 3.5 to 3.25. ✅As early as possible in the morning, there will be fewer people. I'll go take pictures at 5 or 6 in the afternoon. It might be a little too hot at noon. ✅Wear good sun protection, UV rays are always strong ✅The weather is really important. Try to go on a sunny day. Fortunately, it is basically sunny in Dali. ✅Try to choose white, pink, blue and other light colors for clothes ✅The academic style goes well with Dali University. Of course, new Chinese style, Japanese style, and Hanfu are also particularly suitable. ✅Try to take pictures with the light as much as possible, so that it is easier to create dreamy pink ✅If you don’t know how to pose, you can walk around on the road and take photos, so that the film will look natural

Even if you go to Erhai Lake a hundred times, you will get a hundred different camera angles. The difference is the freedom of the wind that you feel during the trip. Although the bicycle rolled up my skirt, it did not affect my happiness of walking in the wind under the sun, and the satisfactory photos I took during this trip. 📷Airport sharing 📍Near Xindi Coffee (P1) 📍Longkan Pier (P3-P4) 📍3rd floor of Xin Di Coffee (P8-P9) 📍Top of Cang'er Avenue (P10-P11) 📍The rooftop of the coffee house near Fenghuaxueyue Square (P12-P13) 📍The road from Longkan Pier to Xindi Coffee (other photos) The sun is warm The wind is free I will come to Dali countless times.

Waiting for the wind is not as good as chasing it! Dali classic photo spot guide March in Dali is a time of blooming flowers The cherry blossoms along the city roads of Dali are in full bloom🌸 At this time, Dali is still in the off-season for tourism with fewer people Hongsheng Road in Dali is a popular check-in spot The road descends vertically🛣️ You can see Erhai Lake and Bai ethnic villages at a glance 📍Location: Dali Hongsheng Road (set GPS to Dali Yiran Apartment) 🚘It's convenient to drive or take a taxi 🕒 Best time: It's recommended to go in the morning when there are fewer people and less traffic 📷Take an aerial shot of Cang'er Avenue and the villages, with a view of Erhai Lake It's suggested to use a telephoto lens around 200mm focal length You'll need an iPhone with 3x zoom or a Huawei phone with 3-10x zoom 🔴Post-processing tip: Due to the telephoto lens, the distance might look a bit hazy, it's suggested to use a mask to adjust, and increase the contrast a bit

| A desirable city. Dali is really healing and romantic A desirable city In addition to seagulls, sunrise, winter cherry, redwoods There are many beautiful places here Don't miss these places when you come to Dali Otherwise it would be a pity . 📍About transportation ✈️Plane: Dali Fengyi Airport 🚄High-speed rail: Dali Station 🏠Accommodation: You can stay near the ancient city . 📷Photo guide ❶Cang Er Avenue (P3) You can overlook the entire Erhai Lake from a high place, it's spectacular, be careful of the traffic when shooting safely . ❷Dali Ancient City (P10, 13) Facing Erhai Lake, backed by Cangshan Mountain, Dali Ancient City has been quiet at the foot of Cangshan for nearly a thousand years, magnificent and spectacular . ❸Shuanglang Ancient Town (P2, 4) It would be a pity not to come to Shuanglang in Dali, sitting quietly by Erhai Lake, looking at the gorgeous flowers, it's too enjoyable . ❹Xizhou Ancient Town (P12) "Listening to the wind's words, came to the place with wind", the location of the TV series Go to the Place with Wind, enjoy the leisure time quietly here . ❺Langqiao (P11) There are several special trees here, crooked neck tree, literary tree, romantic tree, lonely tree . ❻Wenbi Village (P1, 6) The rainbow road leading to Erhai Lake, under the setting sun, healing and romantic . ❼Longkan Wharf (P9) Sunrise, seagulls, crowd, it's simply a colorful oil painting, you must come to Longkan Wharf when you come to Dali . ❽Majiu Village (P7) There are many small boats docked on the shore, white clouds, blue sky, small boats, healing and romantic scenes . ❾Fumei Village (P5) There are two rows of palm trees here, as if you have come to the seaside . ❿Xiaoputuo (P8) I saw the shape of light here, a group of seagulls circling, too romantic . 👉Tour route Day1⃣:Dali→Cang Er Avenue→Dali Ancient City Day2⃣:Longkan Wharf→Fumei Village→Langqiao→Xizhou Ancient Town Day3⃣:Shuanglang Ancient Town→Xiaoputuo→Wenbi Village→Dali