Dali Erhai Nanny-Level Guide: Must-Visit Spots Around the Lake + Food + Hidden Gems All Included

Must-Visit Spots Around Erhai Lake: 1️⃣ Shuanglang Ancient Town Address: Shuanglang Town, Dali City Why Visit: The most beautiful ancient town by Erhai Lake! Every photo along the lakeside trail is a masterpiece 📸 Yang Liping's Sun Palace is right here Recommended Visit Time: 2-3 hours 2️⃣ Little Putuo Island Address: Northeast of Erhai Lake 🕊️ Lots of seagulls in winter! You can buy small dried fish to feed them Boat Ticket to the Island: 20 RMB/person 3️⃣ Longkan Pier Address: Longkan Village, Dali City 🌅 Perfect spot to watch the sunrise! The shimmering water is super soothing Recommended Visit Time: Arrive at 5:30 AM 4️⃣ Xizhou Ancient Town Address: Xizhou Town, Dali City Famous Landmarks: Corner Tower + vast wheat fields Must-Try: Xizhou Baba! Freshly baked and super delicious 🍜 Food Route: Morning: Breakfast at the North Gate Market of the Old Town (rice bean jelly + fried dough sticks) Noon: Fisherman’s Restaurant in Shuanglang (must order the hot and sour fish!) Afternoon: Afternoon tea in Xizhou Ancient Town (flower cakes + handmade yogurt) Evening: Caicun Pier Night Market (barbecue with Dali beer) 🛣️ Recommended Lake Circuit Route: Clockwise around the lake: Old Town → Caicun → Longkan → Shuanglang → Little Putuo → Wase → Old Town Suggested time: 1-2 days, rent an electric scooter or hire a car for touring 💡 Erhai Lake Stories: Locals call Erhai the "Pearl of the Plateau," legend says it was formed from a fairy’s dropped mirror Older fishermen still keep the tradition of the Sea Opening Festival The famous S-bend is actually in Panxi Village, first discovered by photographers 🚗 Transportation Tips: Car hire around the lake costs about 300-400 RMB/day Electric scooter rental 50-80 RMB/day Be sure to wear sunscreen! UV rays are very strong 💙 Erhai Lake is really perfect for slow travel, remember to bring a white long dress for photos! Come to Erhai and watch the sunrise with me 🌄