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[China, Dali Ancient Town] Dali Ancient Town, where the wind of antiquity blows

Dali Ancient Town in Yunnan Province is a historic town where Bai culture remains strong. Just walking through the streets of cobblestone roads and traditional white-walled architecture makes you feel as if you have traveled back in time. 👀 Points of interest ✨ 🏯 Don't miss the city walls and gates, the icons of the town! Each gate, such as the South Gate and Westerners' Street, has a story to tell and is a popular photo spot! The ancient town is especially romantic and highly recommended at dusk, when it is lit up. 🍲 Enjoy Bai cuisine and Yunnan specialties! At Dali Ancient Town, you can enjoy Bai home cooking and local cuisine such as "ru fan". There are also many restaurants where you can enjoy the Yunnan specialty mushroom hotpot, where you can encounter rich local flavors. Relaxing in an atmospheric old-style cafe is also a great way to relax during your trip. 🎶 A place where traditional culture and modernity intersect You can sometimes see Bai ethnic music and dance performances on the street corners, and it is an international spot where travelers can interact with each other. It is also characterized by the fact that many artists and craftsmen stay here. Basic information📝 💰Admission fee: Admission to the ancient town itself is free. Some facilities, such as museums, require a fee. 📍Access: About 30 minutes by bus from Dali New Town (Dali Station or Xiaguan). Taxis and electric bike rentals are also convenient. Dali Ancient Town, where history, nature, gourmet food and culture come together in harmony, is a place worth visiting even just for a leisurely stroll. You can spend a relaxing time experiencing Bai ethnic culture. Be sure to add it to your next travel destination. #China #Trip to China #Tourism in China #Let's go to China #Chinese cuisine #Tourism in China #Trip to China #Travelogue of China #Yunnan #Trip to Yunnan #Trip to Yunnan #Trip to Yunnan #Trip to Yunnan #Dali #Trip to Dali #Ancient Town of Dali #Local experience #Historic streetscape #Flower tea #Solo travel #Solo female traveler #Eating out #Gourmet food #Eating out trip #Absolutely free trip
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