Nestled at the southern foot of the majestic Cangshan Mountain, the Gantong Temple (感通寺) stands as a serene oasis of spirituality and natural beauty in the heart of Dali, Yunnan Province. This ancient Buddhist sanctuary, with its captivating architecture, tranquil ambiance, and breath

Perched atop the majestic Cangshan Mountain, the Zhonghe Temple (中和寺) stands as a revered spiritual sanctuary and a testament to the rich cultural heritage of Dali, Yunnan Province. This ancient Taoist temple, with its captivating architecture, serene ambiance, and breathtaking natura

Nanzhao Customs Island is a tiny island in large Erhai Lake near the village Shuanglang. It is one of several islands and islets that dot the lake. It is also called Nanzhao Love Island. Its Chinese name is Nanzhao Fenqing Dao. It was turned into a Nanzhao theme park and resort comple

Nestled in the heart of Yunnan province, the Dali Butterfly Spring (大理蝴蝶泉) is a breathtaking natural attraction that has captivated travelers from around the world. This unique and enchanting site is renowned for its vibrant butterfly population, crystal-clear waters, and stunning nat

Perhaps you already have read Mr. Jin Yong’s martial arts novels of the famous “Chronicles”? Dali chronicles the Showbiz City to shoot the Mainland Edition 40 set TV series the Chronicles of investment of 100 million Yuan to build, but now it has become one of the Da

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 trade route connected Tibet with Eastern China. In exchange for teas from Yunnan, Tibetans traded the

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 of houses. The Yunnan Tibetan highway stretches across the village. Situated at the foot of C

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 at the county seat and the belt-like Guajiang River in the mist. The giant dam of Huanglizui Reserv

Located in Shaxi Township,25 km south of Jianchuan County, Shibao (Stone Treasure) Mountain got its present name because in the mountain was a reddish purple rock looking like a stone bell standing on the ground.The grottos are found in three different areas，namely Stone Bell Temple.

Another name of Jizu Mountain is Nine Strata Cliffs. It is situated in Liandong District of Binchuan County, 20km. west of the county seat and 90km. from Dali. With three mountain ranges in front and one branch at the back, it looks like a cock’s foot, hence its name. The mounta