Dali … a realm where the wind whispers tales of timeless beauty.
It boasts a rich cultural heritage and abundant historical relics. Ancient cities, towns, and villages, like stars scattered across the night sky, exude an ancient and profound charm.
Dali Old Town
With its profound history, rests against the majestic Cangshan Mountain to the west and faces the shimmering Erhai Lake to the east. Its charm is both majestic and deeply felt. Outside their walls, the bustling modern world thrives; within, the ancient echoes linger, filled with the enchanting aroma of everyday life.
Weishan Ancient Town
Unchanged for six centuries, boasts a grid layout with intricately woven streets and lanes, where traditional homes nestle harmoniously, and the faint scent of daily life wafts through its ancient streets.
Jianchuan – Shaxi ancient town
A city where mountains rise like swords and waters flow like rivers, whispers tales of time encapsulated in every brick, tile, plant, and tree. Embark on a gentle hike, admire the scenery, stay in cozy homestays, savor local delicacies, stroll through ancient streets, witness intangible cultural heritage, and immerse yourself in the ancient charm of Dali.
Rural Dali offers endless adventures, promising unique travel experiences. Ancient villages and towns like Xizhou in Dali, Nuodeng in Yunlong, Donglianhua and Huaqiao in Weishan, Shaxi in Jianchuan, and Yunnanyi in Xiangyun, encapsulate nostalgia in the flow of time.
Delicacies
The land of Dali nurtures a unique culinary heritage, making it a treasure trove for food lovers.
From the whole-fish feast of Dali to the specialty snacks of Weishan and the plum banquet of Eryuan, every corner of Dali exudes a rich aroma of everyday life, satisfying your taste buds while captivating your senses. Dishes like Dali’s Spicy and Sour Fish, Midu Rolled Pork Hoof, Xiangyun Cold Donkey Meat, and Yongping Braised Chicken are irresistible. Desserts such as Dali’s Clay Pot Milk Toast, Eryuan Carved Plum, Heqing Chilled Shrimp, and Dali Snowflake are truly memorable.
From local dishes to desserts, special pastries to street snacks, each bite carries the essence of tradition and craftsmanship, performing a symphony of everyday life. This is the taste of Dali, the taste of life.
Nurtured by its scenery and enriched by its culture, Dali invites you to embark on a journey in the winter sun, to a place where the wind carries stories, and with love and curiosity, to fall in love with life in Dali.