Yuhu Village
Yuhu Village is the last village in the Lijiang Basin at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The houses were made of a unique stone called “monkey head” by Naxi people. The…
Dali Ancient Town
Dali Ancient City, also called Yeyu City, Forbidden City, Zhonghezhen, lies 3 kilometers north from Xiaguan, the capital of Dali Prefecture. Embracing Erhai Lake in the east and adjoining Cangshan Mountain in the…
Erhai Lake
Nestled amidst the majestic Cangshan Mountain range and the ancient city of Dali, Erhai Lake (洱海) stands as a breathtaking natural wonder that has captivated travelers for centuries. This vast freshwater lake, spanning…
Weibao Hills
Weibao Mountain (Mt. Towering Treasures) is located in the south of Weishan County about 70 km. north of Dali. The mountain looks like a crouching lion who turns its head back and looks…
Tiger Leaping Gorge: The Ultimate Guide to China’s Most Spectacular Canyon Adventure
Tiger Leaping Gorge stands as one of the world’s most breathtaking natural wonders. This dramatic canyon carved by the Jinsha River offers an unforgettable hiking experience in Yunnan Province. The gorge’s towering cliffs…
Zhoucheng Village
Zhoucheng Village is the largest and the farthest northern village of Dali City. The village has 7,571 inhabitants of 1,470 families. The entire village is in a square shape with row upon row…
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: The Ultimate Travel Guide to Yunnan’s Sacred Peak
Towering majestically above Lijiang‘s ancient cobblestone streets, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain emerges as one of China’s most breathtaking natural wonders. This sacred peak has captivated travelers for centuries with its pristine glaciers, mystical…
Shaxi Ancient Town
Shaxi once played an important role as a bustling trade station on the Tea and Horse Caravan Road, an important branch of the Silk Road. Just over one thousand years ago, this ancient…
A Comprehensive Guide to Exploring Lijiang Old Town
Nestled in the heart of Yunnan Province, Lijiang Old Town is a captivating destination that transports visitors back in time. This ancient city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a true gem that…
Mt. Cangshan
Towering majestically over the ancient city of Dali, Cangshan Mountain (苍山) stands as a breathtaking natural wonder that has captivated travelers for centuries. This imposing mountain range, part of the Yunling Mountain chain,…
Green Lake
Located on the west side of Wuhua Mountain in Kunming, Green Lake Park is an urban park designed and created all the way back in the 17th century. Two long banks divide Green…
Dali Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple: The Complete Travel Guide
Standing 69.13 meters tall for over 1,200 years, the Three Pagodas have survived more than 30 earthquakes while everything around them crumbled. After guiding thousands of travelers through this site, we’ve learned what…
