[2025 Dali Attraction] Travel Guide for The Ancient Tea Horse Road (Updated Jun)

✨ Push open the wooden door of "Breezy Courtyard" This is where Xu Hongdou, from Meet Yourself, calls home. Listen to the wind whisper the story of Xie Zhiyao and Xu Hongdou. Sunlight streams onto the stone steps where Grandma often sits. In this moment, you finally understand— It's not that we search for life, but that life is right here, waiting for us. - 📍 Fengyangyi · Breezy Courtyard At the end of Fengyangyi's century-old Tea Horse Road, it's no longer just a figment of the show, but a courtyard where you can touch the poetry of life. Open the window, and the scenes from the drama unfold before you, along with the Cang Mountain and flowing clouds. - 🌾 Surrounding Travel Guide ▫️Coastal Breeze Route: Yangnan Stream → Chongyi Village → Santsang Island → Longkan Pier S-bend → Covered Bridge ▫️Ancient City Exploration Map: Fengyangyi → Breezy Courtyard → Dali Ancient City → March Street → Xizhou Wheat Fields → Zhoucheng Bai Tie-dye Workshop Every step is a vivid footnote to Meet Yourself.

| You Have to Experience the Romance of Erhai Lake!. | 3-Day and 2-Night In-Depth Tour to Unlock the Romantic Secrets of Dali✨ | Average budget: CNY 1,500–2,000 (including transportation 🚗, food, and accommodation) --- I. Must-See Attractions ✅ 1. Dali Ancient City The ancient city is the quietest in the early morning. The stone roads, Bai ethnic houses, Wuhua Tower, and Wenxian Tower are classic places to check in. In the evening, you can visit Foreigner Street Night Market, taste roasted milk fans and Erkuai, and feel the local atmosphere. 2. Cycling Around Erhai Lake 🚴 It is recommended to start from Caicun Pier, cycle along the ecological corridor to Panxi S Bay, where the lake and mountains are picturesque along the way. You may encounter an Internet-famous coffee shop ☕️, order a drink 🥤, and stare blankly at Erhai Lake 🏝️. If you have enough time, you can rent a car 🚗 to drive around the east coast of the lake. The waterfront homestays in Wase Town and Shuanglang Ancient Town have beautiful scenery (the landscape rooms cost about CNY 500–800/night). 3. Cangshan Mountain & Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple Take the Cangshan Ximatan cable car to the top and overlook the panoramic view of Erhai Lake. The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple are a landmark of Buddhist culture. It is recommended to take photos 📷 with Hanfu, which is very beautiful. The ticket price is CNY 75 💰. 4. Xizhou Ancient Town & Zhoucheng Tie-dye 👗 The pastoral scenery and Bai ethnic houses (such as the Yan Family Courtyard) in Xizhou are worth a visit. You must try "Xizhou Baba 🍞" (sweet and savory). Zhoucheng is the hometown of tie-dye. You can experience intangible cultural heritage handicrafts and take away a piece of "Dali Blue" tie-dye cloth 👗. 5. Fengyangyi Ancient Tea Horse Road It became popular because of *Meet Yourself*. It retains the 1,900m ancient road and is suitable for taking ethnic portrait photos. There are coffee shops and cultural and creative studios in the village, where you can experience the slow life of the integration of the old and the new. --- II. Food Map 🗺️ 1. Snacks & Desserts 🍧 - Roasted Milk Fan: Rolled with rose sugar or brown sugar, it has a rich milky aroma. - Xizhou Baba 🍞: Baked over charcoal fire, the outer layer is crispy and the inner filling is sweet. - Clay Pot Roasted Milk 🥤: Slowly cooked in a pottery pot, the milky aroma is mixed with caramel aroma, which is heartwarming and healing. --- III. Accommodation Recommendations 1. West Bank of Erhai Lake -Caicun Homestay: Cost-effective (CNY 200–400/night). In the early morning, you can walk to the pier to watch the sunrise 🌅 and avoid the crowds. 2. Shuanglang Ancient Town -Waterfront Landscape Room: It is recommended to stay in Internet-famous homestays 🏠 such as Erhai Xinglai, where you can enjoy the sea view when you open the window. It is suitable for couples or photography enthusiasts 📷. 3. Dali Ancient City 🎈 -Bai Ethnic Courtyard Inn: Such as Dali Xiaoyuanzi, it is quaint, conveniently located, and very quiet 🤫 at night. --- VI. 3-Day Itinerary Reference - Day 1: Dali Ancient City → Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple → Night Tour of Foreigner Street - Day 2: Cycling around Erhai Lake (Caicun - S Bay) → Xizhou Ancient Town → Zhoucheng Tie-dye Experience - Day 3: Cangshan Cableway → Fengyangyi Ancient Tea Horse Road → Go to the North Gate Vegetable Market to purchase fresh flower cakes 🍪 before returning --- ✨The beauty of Dali lies in the sparkling waves under the moon over Erhai Lake, the blue and white on the tie-dye cloth, and the slow-paced life. Avoid the crowds, ride a bicycle, and wait for a sunset. This is the right way to experience the romance of Dali ✅!

🌟【Fengyang Yi Village, Dali! I’m willing to call it the real-life version of Go Where There’s Wind Utopia! 】🌟 Sisters! I finally came to Fengyang Yi Village, the filming location of Liu Yifei's "Wind Courtyard"! ! This thousand-year-old village hidden at the foot of Cangshan Mountain is simply the most healing existence in Dali! ! 😭 From the sound of horse hooves on the Ancient Tea Horse Road to the fragrance of grass and wood at the Blue Dyeing Square, from the panoramic view of Cangshan Erhai Lake in the Phoenix Eye to the straw hat braiding stall of the indigenous grandmother, every second here teaches you what "life should be like"! ! 💡[Top 5 Must-Play Experiences]💡 1️⃣ Tea Horse Trail Hike: Walk on the 1900-meter bluestone road, touching the shiny horse hoofs, as if traveling back to the horse gang era of Nanzhao Kingdom! You will pass by Twin Wells and Guanyin Ancient Wells on the way. Remember to scoop out the mountain spring water with a bamboo tube and drink it. It's so sweet that your soul will shake! (⚠️ Wear non-slip shoes! The road is slippery after the rain!) 2️⃣ Windy courtyard check-in: Xu Red Bean's house in the TV series is now open to the public! Sitting on the swing under the roof, staring at the white walls and gray tiles, instantly get the same artistic conception of "people wandering in the painting" ~ (⚠️ Recommended in the morning! Backlight photography in the afternoon does not look good!) 3️⃣ Blue dye craft experience: Make a blue dye square scarf at the "Grass and Wood Dye Spring and Autumn" workshop! From board blue root leaf crushing to grass and wood staining, the whole process is super decompressed! The owner, Sister Tang, will teach you to tie various patterns with rubber bands, and finally you can take away your own work as a souvenir ~ (💰 Experience price 80 yuan/person, about 2 hours) 4️⃣ Watch the sunset from the Phoenix Eye: Navigate the Phoenix Eye Observation Deck and climb along the tea garden path for 20 minutes to overlook the entire Fengyang Yi Village and Erhai Lake! Order a cup of rose iced tea and sit on a bamboo chair, watching the sunset dye the mountains into gold. This picture is so beautiful that I want to resign and live in seclusion immediately! (⚠️ The mountain is windy! Remember to bring a jacket!) 5️⃣ Intangible cultural heritage straw hat braiding: There is a row of grandmothers knitting straw hats next to the ancient tea horse road! Buy a hand-knitted "friendship hat" for $20 and listen to them tell the story of "Straw Hat Street" while wearing it. This feeling of dialogue with time is too precious 🍜[Locals lead the way to eat]🍜 ✅ Grilled milk fan: The milk fan baked at the village entrance, sprinkled with rose sauce and white sugar, milky + floral flavor is great! ✅ Papaya Chicken: Yang Family Garden's sour and spicy papaya chicken, the chicken is tender to the bone, the soup can drink three bowls! ✅ Grilled bait block: Roadside grandma's charcoal grilled bait block, brushed with spicy sauce wrapped in fried dough sticks, 5 dollars to eat! 🚗【Travel Guide】🚗 ▫️ Transportation: 20 minutes by car from the ancient city of Dali (about 30 yuan), or rent a small electric donkey to ride for 40 minutes (⚠️ many mountain roads! Beginners choose carefully!) ▫️Tickets: Free for the whole village! Youfeng Xiaoyuan needs to make an appointment on the "Fengyang Yi Village" public account ▫️ Accommodation: Recommend "Gu Daobian · Wushe Inn"! Push the window and you will see the ancient tea horse road. The boss will also give away home-brewed plum wine 💌【Tips】💌 ✔️ Wear light colors! White architecture + bluestone plank road super photogenic ✔️ Bring mosquito repellent! There are many green plants around the village, and mosquitoes are more vicious ✔️ Go to Windy Courtyard after 3pm! There are few tourists at this time, so there is no need to queue for photos ✔️ When you meet the grandmother who knits straw hats, remember to say "Ah Niang, the hats are knitted really well!", they will laugh happily ~ 💬“If you are forced to breathe by the fast pace of the city, you must come to Fengyang Yi Village! Here, even time can’t help but slow down

#2月好去地方2025 Fengyangyi actually only has a short street, which is a little different from what you might imagine, but it has a unique charm. Compared with the bustling and prosperous Dali Ancient Town, this place has less commercial atmosphere and still retains the historical sense and original style of the Ancient Tea-Horse Road. Walking on the stone road, you can feel the simplicity and tranquility. 🌿🏡 Although it is not large in scale, it is full of vicissitudes and stories, suitable for walking slowly and savoring carefully. If you like to find niche travel destinations, this would be a good choice! ✨ #Dali Travel #Fengyangyi #Ancient Tea Horse Road #Ancient Town Style #Niche Destination #Slow Life

Features: Suitable for those who don't want to check in at popular spots and like culture and architecture Route: Fengyangyi Village - Ancient Tea Horse Road - Fazhen Temple - Three-Course Tea Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum - Phoenix Eye - Ecological Corridor (Moonlit West Tower) to see the redwood trees 1. Fengyangyi Village: Filming location of Windy Place, a cultural village on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. The village has restaurants, homestays, cafes, and tie-dye workshops. 2. A well-preserved section of the Ancient Tea Horse Road runs through the village, and there are occasional cultural and creative markets on both sides. 3. On the way to Phoenix Eye, you can visit Fazhen Temple, a quiet and elegant temple. Note: Dali Wuwei Temple, Fazhen Temple, and the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple are all historical sites from the Nanzhao Kingdom period and were royal temples at the time. 4. You can go directly through the Three-Course Tea Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum and up the steps to Phoenix Eye. Tea lovers can order a set of tea to enjoy at Phoenix Eye. 5. Phoenix Eye, the highest point in Fengyangyi, is the best place to overlook Dali. It is also a great place to watch the sunrise. 6. After visiting Phoenix Eye, you can have lunch in the village and then take a taxi to the Erhai Ecological Corridor to see the redwood trees. The best time to see the redwood trees by Erhai Lake is in December. The redwood trees around Moonlit West Tower are dense and varied in shape, and they are even more beautiful before sunset. Note: Phoenix Eye and the redwood trees on this route are subject to weather and time constraints. It is recommended to visit in December for the best experience. Of course, there are other beautiful things to see in other seasons, so go with the flow.

Fengyangyi Ancient Village in Dali includes the Ancient Tea Horse Road, Youfeng Courtyard, Guanyin Well, and Twin Wells. A Place with Wind, Fengyangyi in Dali is definitely a fun place to visit! Instead of traveling far away during the Lunar New Year, I chose to visit a scenic spot close to home. It takes about half an hour to walk from the inn to Fengyangyi Ancient Village. During the Lunar New Year, the Ancient Tea Horse Road in Fengyangyi is crowded with tourists, creating a festive atmosphere. I took my 82-year-old mother-in-law for a leisurely walk to the Ancient Tea Horse Road. There were many tourists riding horses, and the sound of bells echoed back and forth, highlighting the unique charm of the ancient road. At the southern end of the Ancient Tea Horse Road, a new flower cake shop has opened. "Xie Ji" flower cakes have already gained a reputation in Dali, and they have opened four branches. The price has not increased, and it is still CNY 3 each. The taste is still as good as ever. Fengyangyi Ancient Tea Horse Road was once a street selling straw hats. Nowadays, you can still occasionally see straw hats for sale on the street, as shown in the second picture. The combination of ancient handmade craftsmanship and modern creativity makes them look very beautiful. 🌹Travel Tips: There are also delicious and affordable roasted rice cakes in Dali, which taste great. Fengyangyi Ancient Village has several parking lots along Route 214 for tourists to choose from. The "courtyard culture" here is very unique. Some beautiful courtyards are less well-known, so be sure to ask for permission before taking photos. Youfeng Courtyard only allows online ticket purchases. Offline, you can only take photos at the entrance.

Top pick for winter vacation! 6-day itinerary in Yunnan: Kunming, Lijiang, and Dali. Experience a different kind of winter! -- 🚩Itinerary: D1: Dianchi Lake > Haigeng Dam > Jinma Biji Archway > Green Lake Park > Dounan Flower Market > Guandu Ancient Town Explore the beautiful scenery of Dianchi Lake, stroll along Haigeng Dam, feel the historical charm of Jinma Biji Archway, enjoy the tranquility of Green Lake Park, visit Dounan Flower Market, and finally, explore the ancient charm of Guandu Ancient Town. D2: Dianchi Lake > Stone Forest Scenic Area > Small Stone Forest Scenic Area - Ashima > Moon Lake Enjoy the beauty of Dianchi Lake again, then head to the magnificent Stone Forest Scenic Area, explore the legend of Ashima in the Small Stone Forest, and finally, enjoy the tranquility of Moon Lake. D3: Erhai Ecological Corridor > Haixie Ecological Park > Fengyangyi Ancient Tea Horse Road Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Erhai Ecological Corridor, explore the unique landscape of Haixie Ecological Park, and stroll along the Fengyangyi Ancient Tea Horse Road to feel the history. D4: Dali Ancient City > Jade Dragon Snow Mountain > Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Cableway > "Lishui Jinsha" Show > Lijiang Ancient City Explore the ancient buildings of Dali Ancient City, then head to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and take the cableway to enjoy the snow-capped mountains, watch the "Lishui Jinsha" show in the evening, and finally, explore Lijiang Ancient City to experience Naxi culture. D5: Shuhe Ancient Town > Jiuding Longtan > Blue Moon Valley Explore Shuhe Ancient Town to experience the ancient Naxi culture, then head to Jiuding Longtan and Blue Moon Valley to enjoy the magical scenery of nature. D6: Tourist Distribution Center > Airport Transfer End your pleasant trip to Yunnan, head to the Tourist Distribution Center, and prepare for your return trip. 🛫 -- Some tips: 🛫 Airport transportation: Kunming Airport is convenient. Take a bus or subway to the city center for an eco-friendly and economical option. 🌡️ January weather: Kunming is warm, so wear light clothes during the day. Dali is a bit cooler, so bring a jacket. Lijiang has a large temperature difference between day and night, so bring warm clothes. 🎁 Specialty prices: Yunnan has a variety of specialties, such as flower cakes and Pu'er tea, which are cost-effective. Remember to compare prices. 📸 Photo spots: Green Lake in Kunming, Erhai Lake in Dali, and Lijiang Ancient City are all beautiful. Remember to charge your camera! 🍽️ Food recommendations: Cross-bridge rice noodles, roasted milk fan, and wild mushroom hot pot are delicious and not to be missed. 💡 Tips: In high-altitude areas, pay attention to sun protection and hydration. Keep a good mood and enjoy the beauty of Yunnan! -- Visit Kunming, Lijiang, and Dali in Yunnan to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Group tours are more worry-free and make your trip a beautiful memory!

#去有風的地方 to a poetic place, beside Erhai, the wind blows gently to heal the soul Go to the ancient city of Dali to buy silver jewelry Go to find Xie Zhi Dao and Xu Hong Dou …………………………….. Hope everyone has a beautiful love

| Filming location of "Meet Yourself". Fengyangyi is a must-visit place in Dali. It is one of the filming locations of "Meet Yourself" and has a very simple and natural village atmosphere. You can take photos like the ones in the drama. Half a day is enough to visit. My favorite places ❤️ Qiu Garden Cafe → Youfeng Courtyard → Meet Yourself Yile Space → Small stalls on both sides of the ancient road ☕️ Qiu Garden Cafe ☕️ Walk a few minutes into the ancient village to reach Qiu Garden Cafe, which is the filming location of Gesanghua Restaurant in the drama. You can go in, have a coffee ☕, take some photos, and have a rest. We went in for a coffee and a rest on our way back. 🏠 Youfeng Courtyard 🏠 Youfeng Courtyard in the drama has many photo spots. But now you need to book afternoon tea to enter. It's a bit expensive. We didn't go in. We took some photos at the door, which also felt good. 📷 Meet Yourself Yile Space 📷 Yile Space requires you to buy a cup of coffee to take photos inside. It costs 50 for one person. There is someone to help you take photos. It is recommended to go with a friend. It costs 56 or 78 for two people. The photos will be better! The store provides hairbands, clothes, and bouquets like the ones in the drama. The photos are great. 🍉 Small stalls on both sides of the ancient road 🍉 There are many interesting stalls on both sides of the ancient road, such as handmade weaving, tie-dyeing experience, intangible cultural heritage lacquer fans, cultural and creative customization, food experience, Yunnan-style grilled milk fans, flower cakes, etc.! Many corners of the village are great for taking photos. It is worth visiting. You can feel the slow pace of life. It's great to wander around in the morning! Fengyangyi Ancient Tea Horse Road

This place is really beautiful! It just smells a bit strong😅#couple

#travelanywhere This is located at Feng Yang Yi village made popular by Liu Yi Fei's hit drama Meet Yourself. The lane is filled with stalls selling food and souvenirs only open in the day. One can hear the original sound track of the drama being played in many of the shops. Fans of the drama must not miss this place! See my other posts if you want to do a tribute trip like I did!

"The phoenix sings, on that high ridge. The parasol trees grow, in the morning sun." Fengyang Yi village is located under the Buddha's summit of Cangshan Mountain. Originally named "Brick Kiln", it was historically known for firing bricks, tiles, and pottery. Later, it was renamed "Fengyang Yi" after the phrase "the phoenix faces the sun", symbolizing auspiciousness, happiness, and a bright future. Fengyang Yi village was part of Taihe City, the earliest capital of the Nanzhao Kingdom, and has existed since before the Yuan Dynasty, with a history of over 1000 years. The village is backed by Cangshan Mountain, and the ancient Bai ethnic residences are well preserved, simple yet charming. Here, a section of the ancient Tea Horse Road about 700 meters long is preserved. 🚘 Travel Tips 📍 Location: Fengyang Yi Natural Village, Liuguanchang Administrative Village, Taihe Street, Dali City 🚗 About 7 kilometers from Dali Ancient Town 🚌 Take bus No. 4 and get off at Fengyang Yi Station The village roads are narrow, and there is a paid parking lot at the entrance of the village for 10r 🎫 Ticket: Free to visit all day Recommended Attractions 1️⃣ The Eye of the Phoenix A viewing platform overlooking Erhai Lake and Dali city, which requires about a 10-minute climb, but‼️ you need to make a purchase (three-course tea or other beverages) to access the viewing platform 2️⃣ The Ancient Tea Horse Road Fengyang Yi has a thousand-year-old Tea Horse Road, retaining its unique historical appearance and folk culture! Occasionally, a few horses pass by!! It's really comfortable to stroll leisurely on it. 3️⃣ Thirteen Wind Listening Courtyard Located along the ancient road, why highlight it!! Because at its entrance it says: Free photography! (‼️Not to take advantage of small benefits) It really feels sincere, as too many commercialized scenic spots have lost their original flavor! The decoration and design of the place are also particularly attractive!! It's very photogenic, have a cup of tea, sit for an afternoon, it's simply too comfortable! Isn't their window the same one used by Liu Yifei!! 3️⃣ The same Gesang Flower Restaurant from the drama (Jiu Yuan Coffee) Continue along the Tea Horse Road, very close to the Windy Courtyard! 4️⃣ Windy Courtyard To enter the Windy Courtyard, you need to spend 188 (including some afternoon tea), and the number of visitors is limited to 160 per day! Visited Xu Hongdou's room, saw the "Our Promise" written by Xu Hongdou, and pushed open the window where she met Xie Zhiyao... 5️⃣ Fengyang Yi also has a folk indigo dyeing museum (where you can hand-dye), the Absurd Art Museum (where everyone is an artist academy)... The charm of the ancient village is everywhere! Stroll around and slowly feel its charm, feel the breath of the wind! 🌟 Special Tips: 1. Please respect the local culture and history, and keep the environment clean. 2. Riding electric bikes on the Tea Horse Road of Fengyang Yi village is not allowed, in order to protect the integrity of the ancient road. 3. Even if you don't enter the courtyards, just strolling on the Tea Horse Road and feeling the atmosphere of this ancient village is absolutely worth it. 4. Don't forget to try the handmade accessories and authentic snacks from the stalls on both sides, and experience the unique charm of local life.

Thinking that March is the peak season for tourism, four of us, along with a child, set off for Yunnan! Travel itinerary: ✈️Chengdu-Kunming 🚄Kunming-Dali 🚄Dali-Lijiang ✈️Lijiang-Chengdu. After comparing, we found that flying to Kunming was cheaper (in the off-season, you can book one or two days in advance; we booked a couple of weeks ahead and it was more expensive, resulting in a loss of over two hundred yuan for round-trip tickets). Day 1️⃣: Arrived in Kunming, visited Dian Lake to feed seagulls, and explored the old streets of Kunming. Day 2️⃣-Day 4️⃣: Kunming-Dali. We stayed in Dali for two days, strolled through the ancient town, checked in at the popular Feng Xiaoyuan, and circled Erhai Lake (we rented a business car; route: Internet-famous S Bay-Xizhou Ancient Town-Shuanglang. Personally, I found Xizhou Ancient Town more enjoyable to visit, and remember not to trample on the wheat fields when taking photos – you will be reminded by aunties with loudspeakers!!). Day 5️⃣: Dali-Lijiang. Took some portrait photos and wandered through the ancient town. Finally, went to Zhongyi Market and bought some blueberries for 50 yuan per half kilo, bargained down to 40 yuan per half kilo. They were quite big and sweet, not sure if I overpaid. Travel tips to share: 1️⃣ It's best to wear a hat when feeding seagulls at Dian Lake – both my friend and I were graced with bird droppings. 2️⃣ Upon arriving at Dali station, you can take a direct bus or the No. 4 bus to Dali Ancient Town. 3️⃣ The earrings, shawls, etc., inside the ancient town are pretty much the same – haggle hard, and if that doesn't work, move on. 4️⃣ If you want to circle Erhai Lake in one day, it's best to rent a car. We only visited three places in nine hours. 5️⃣ The weather in Yunnan is very unpredictable, so it's best to bring an umbrella and a thick coat. 6️⃣ For portrait photography, Lijiang is recommended – I feel the results are better than in Dali, and the prices are more reasonable. 7️⃣ The temperature difference between day and night in Yunnan is significant. Dress casually at noon, but a coat is a must in the morning and evening. Be sure to pay attention to sun protection and drink plenty of water!!! It's too dry. The delicacies we tried: 1️⃣ Jingdaiyuan hand-grabbed rice 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 not filling enough 2️⃣ There's a soul-stirring chicken leg stall at the entrance of Dali Ancient Town 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 we ate oysters next door. As someone from Sichuan, even their mild spice was a bit much for me, but it was very delicious. 3️⃣ Shaxian snacks 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 relatively light, suitable for breakfast 4️⃣ Baili Private Kitchen 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 located in Lijiang Ancient Town, opened by someone from Chongqing – highly recommended for those who can handle spicy food!!! 5️⃣ Yunwei Collection 🌟🌟🌟🌟 found a random place online for beef hotpot, the portion was okay, but not tasty – maybe the good reviews are all fake? 6️⃣ A Chongqing noodle shop next to our homestay 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 run by a lady from Chongqing, very tasty 7️⃣ Bamu Xuan 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 recommended by our homestay owner, they have all the signature dishes, we had stir-fried dishes, and the taste was good 8️⃣ Zhaotong Hu's Brothers Babashao 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 located inside the ancient town, very fragrant and delicious Overall, this was a commando-style trip. If you want to just chill, I recommend visiting Shaxi Town. We didn't go because we were short on time. It's between Dali and Lijiang, a bit far, and the driver quoted around 800 yuan for a chartered car. Also, there's no off-season in Yunnan, and the prices are not very cheap, even a bit expensive – it all depends on how you plan. Share over 🔚 Feel free to ask questions, and I hope everyone has a fun trip～

"To the Place with the Wind" Fengyangyi Windy Courtyard Dali Fengyangyi, was once also a major town on the ancient Tea Horse Road. The book 'To the Place with the Wind' has completely popularized Dali Fengyangyi. After arriving at the village, you will see the sign for the windy place. Follow the sign and you will reach the Windy Courtyard. Near the Windy Courtyard, the road is now lined with stalls set up by local villagers, offering all kinds of food, drinks, and entertainment. There are even charged photo spots for TV drama check-ins, which is quite commercialized and lacks the feeling of a slow-paced life, but the flow of visitors is still very high. To visit the Windy Courtyard, you need to make a reservation in advance on the platform. Business hours: 9:30~11:30 12:30~18:30, four sessions in total each day, at 9:30, 12:30, 14:30, and 16:30, each session lasting 2 hours.

If you visit Dali multiple times, each time you'll discover new, lesser-known attractions. There are off-the-beaten-path and free spots to visit just by taking the bus. Fengyangyi This is the only well-preserved section of the ancient Tea Horse Road within the Dali city area, known as the Fengyangyi Ancient Post Road. It stretches about 2000 meters and was originally built during the Han Dynasty. Admission is free. Attraction Guide: Tuku House, Scripture Drying Stone, Double-Mouth Well, Straw Hat Street Tuku House, formed during the Dali Nanzhao Kingdom period, is an ancient Bai ethnic village. It represents the most traditional residential architecture of the Dali Bai people, with thick exteriors and simple structures, built using slab stones or cobblestones. Straw Hat Street, where the trade of straw hats flourished in ancient times. Scripture Drying Stone, legend has it that this is where the monk Xuanzang dried his scriptures on two large bluestones after they got wet on his journey from the Western Regions. Transportation Guide: Take bus No. 4 and get off at Fengyangyi Station Jizhaoan is located on the southern foot of Shengying Peak of Cangshan Mountain in Dali, built during the Ming Dynasty. It has also become a popular temple on the internet because it is filled with succulents. Admission is free. Transportation Guide: Take the scenic area shuttle to the Cangshan scenic area parking lot, and from there it's about a 20-minute walk along the mountain path. Food Guide: The vegetarian meals at Jizhaoan are also famous for their good taste. 20 yuan per person. Guanyintang Dali's Guanyintang, also known as Dawang Temple, is located in Shangmo Village of the ancient city area of Dali, built during the Ming Dynasty. In the hearts of the Bai people, this is a temple that carries the history of the Bai people, filled with magical stories and exquisitely beautiful. Admission is free. Transportation Guide: Take bus No. 4 and get off at Guanyintang Station General's Cave General's Cave is located in Longquan Park, an ancient temple of over a thousand years, along with the cave in the mountains. Hiking in Cangshan, you can overlook the entire Erhai Lake and the panoramic view of Xiaguan. Attraction Guide: Longquan Holy Land, Li Mi Temple, General's Cave, Longquan Transportation Guide: Take bus No. 12 and get off at General's Cave Station Admission is 2 yuan, and you can also come to fetch mountain spring water.

I will not be like first-time tourists who just take a ride on the Ximatan Cableway, rent a car to drive around Erhai Lake, visit the ancient city at night and leave in a hurry. After returning, my impression of Dali will only be Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Ancient City. Instead, I have unlocked many fun places hidden in Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Ancient City. What I want to share with you today is the Fengyangyi Ancient Village, the site of the Ancient Tea-Horse Road with a history of thousands of years hidden at the foot of Cangshan Mountain. The Fengyangyi Ancient Tea-Horse Road is located halfway on the Dafeng Road between Xiaguan and Dali. The total length is about 1900 meters, with stone The stools and shop tables are typical features of the Ancient Tea-Horse Road. This ancient road was first built in the Han Dynasty and took shape during the Nanzhao Dali Kingdom period. Historically, it was mainly engaged in firing bricks, tiles and pottery jars. Later, it was renamed "Fengyang County" with the meaning of "Phoenix Facing the Sun". Historically, this place was called "Straw Hat Street" by the locals because of the prosperous straw hat trade. Sometimes, if you are lucky, you can see old ladies sitting under the Guanyin Well weaving straw hats. There are also the well-preserved Guanyin Ancient Well and Twin Wells. The water in the wells is still sweet and clear. When you stop by the well, you will occasionally encounter some descendants of horse caravans who provide tourism services. Their beautiful ethnic costumes accompanied by the sound of horse hooves and wind chimes are refreshing. Just like the warm sun in winter, I am immersed in this warm time in front of me and cannot extricate myself. I like the couplets on the doors of every household, as if they are writing their attitude towards life. They come from all corners of the world out of their love for Dali. A whole family, young and old, rents a yard and makes it what they want. There are winemakers, coffee masters, potters and other folk craftsmen. Because they live here, there is not only a heavy sense of history, but also a strong atmosphere of fireworks, and an atmosphere of hermits in a paradise. I really like a sentence from the Ridiculous or Not Ridiculous Canteen, that everyone is an artist. This kind of life of seeing the mountains behind closed doors and the sea outside, living a simple life of firewood, rice, oil and salt in the wind, flowers, snow and rain, is why so many people don't want to leave after coming here. No matter whether you feel it with your heart or not, there will always be a moment when you will fall in love with this land, and then leave your heart here, and you will be unable to let it go like your soul and dreams. You can find a small shop that you like to drink tea, coffee and wine to feel the quiet years, or you can find a restaurant to taste the specialty, or you can find a favorite homestay to stay for a few days. A TV series starring Liu Yifei was just filmed here a while ago. "Go Where There Is Wind", I believe that in the near future everyone will see the grass, trees, flowers and the world here on TV. If you have time, you can walk along the paths in the village. On the way, there are the Benzhu Temple, Fazhen Temple and Baiwang Temple of Fengyang Village. It is also close to the ruins of the Nanzhao Kingdom, Taihe City and King Kong City. You can also climb to the top of the mountain to overlook the Erhai Lake. Pu'er Tea Horse Road Tourist Scenic Area

Fengyang Yi still has this feeling I really like this sense of dilapidation The interplay of light and shadow in the sunlight There is a sense of story and silence The heart will also calm down Fengyang Yi Tea Horse Ancient Road

#Go to a place with phoenixes #Phoenix Courtyard #Fengyangyi Address: Fengyang Village, West Scenic Area, Dali Features: Check in at the filming location, leisure afternoon tea Rating - ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Dali is a good place to heal the soul. After watching "Where There Are Phoenixes", I really want to find a place where no one knows me and be a useless person. Maybe lying down is not an option in real life, but sometimes people just don't think too much. Give up the things that cannot be changed and live in the present.