Dali Ancient City, Yunnan | A place where history and modernity meet

Dali Ancient City is a place full of history and culture. Stroll through the ancient city, and you'll see stone-paved roads, ancient buildings, and traditional Bai-style houses, all of which showcase the city's historical heritage. There are bustling markets here, with a dazzling array of handicrafts and local snacks that will make you want to stop and enjoy. There are also many cultural shops in the ancient city, where you can find unique souvenirs or enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea. The ancient city is even more charming at night, with lanterns lighting up the entire city. Here, you can feel the rich cultural atmosphere, relax, and enjoy a slow-paced life. 📷Recommended route: South Gate ➡️ Sheet Factory Art District ➡️ Presidential Palace (Dali Museum) ➡️ Wuhua Tower ➡️ Honglong Well ➡️ Guandi Temple ➡️ Confucian Temple ➡️ Catholic Church ➡️ Foreigner Street ➡️ Yuer Park ➡️ Christian Church ➡️ Film Museum ➡️ North Gate Market ➡️ March Street ⚠️This route covers all the important attractions. If you come across a street you like, you can add it to your itinerary and return to the main route after visiting it. ✨ 📍Sheet Factory: An art district transformed from an old factory, a gathering place for creativity, inspiration, niche, and handmade items 📍Presidential Palace (Dali Museum): Reservation required. Learn about the history of Dali. 📍Wuhua Tower: Overlook Cangshan Mountain and the ancient city from the tower built in the Tang Dynasty. 📍Honglong Well: A quiet street where you can see water flowing through the ancient Bai-style houses 📍Confucian Temple: Experience the six arts of Confucius 📍Catholic Church: Feel the tranquility and solemnity in leisure 📍Yuer Park: The back garden of Dali Ancient City 📍North Gate Market: A place to buy straw bags, straw hats, and fruits 📍March Street: No one can leave this street empty-handed. 🍲Recommended food: Cold chicken rice noodles, wild mushroom hot pot, and various snacks ⚠️Tips: 🪞The ancient city has stone-paved roads, which are suitable for walking. It's difficult to pull a suitcase here, so it's better to leave your suitcase in a safe place before visiting. 🪞Some streets are closed to vehicles. If you take a taxi in the ancient city, avoid the restricted areas, or the driver won't be able to reach you. 🪞There are many delicious snacks in North Gate Market and March Street, so don't eat too much for your main meal. 🕙Opening hours: All day 🎫Tickets: Free