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Erhai Lake

Erhai Lake is a major highlight of Dali, adding immense beauty and charm to the city. Surrounding the lake, you can see ancient buildings, fishing villages, and historic temples. Visitors can also rent bicycles to enjoy the scenic views around the lake. Located in Dali, Erhai Lake offers a full day of enjoyment without a hint of boredom.

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Posted: Oct 17, 2025

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🌞 Escape to Dali for holiday vibes—think golden fields, dramatic mountains, and ridiculously photogenic blue skies! If you’re craving outdoor natural scenery and a serious hit of “Nature-Vision” (hello, rapeseed flowers!), Erhai Lake is absolute perfection. 🚗✨ Must-See Place: Erhai Lake Address: No. 1 Henan Road, Xiaguan, Dali Hours: Open year-round, all day Insider tip: Head out early or close to sunset when the light makes the landscape totally magical—fields glow gold, and you get Insta-worthy views of the mountains framed by fluffy white clouds. Pack a picnic and bring a camera: wandering the lake shores is literally a zen-level chill session. If you're visiting in spring, rapeseed flowers explode in bright yellow, making the whole area feel dreamy. Getting Around: The easiest way to explore Erhai Lake is to rent an ebike or bicycle—roads around the lake are smooth and safe. (Bonus: It’s way more flexible than taxis or public buses, especially for stopping at hidden scenic spots.) Food Fix: Local must-tries include Dali rice noodles and fresh grilled fish from the lake. Pop into any small eatery near the pier for the real deal. Travel Tips: No visa hassles for most tourists (check your country rules), and the weather is pleasant year-round—just pack a light jacket for mountain breezes. Cash is king in rural spots, so have some yuan handy; digital payments aren't everywhere yet. #DaliDreams #ErhaiLake #NatureVision #ChinaTravel #SunnyExplores

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📅 Itinerary schedule is revealed! Dali literary youth chill for 4 days and 3 nights✨🌾 Day1: Chongsheng Temple Three Pagoda Cultural Tourism Area + Three Pagoda Reflection Park check-in📸, then go to Dali Ancient City slow walk Day2: Climb the scenery of Cangshan Mountain, cross the Fengyang Yi Tea Horse Road to find the ancient charm of humanity, and enjoy the small scenery of the Botanical Garden along the way Day3: Double Corridor, Erhai, Wenbi Village, Ideal Bang and Erhai Park Day4: Cai Village + Long Niu Pier observation deck is the most chilling, golden rice fields with blue sky and white clouds, reaching out want to shoot a blockbuster! 🏨 Accommodation recommendations My whole focus is on the beautiful scenery of Erhai, Cangshan, Three Pagodas, and Xizhou, so I chose Erhai near Cai Village for accommodation, which is much easier to get around! It fits Dali’s slow life style~ 🍴 Food recommendations A must try! The old lady potato is really fragrant, mint ribs sooo juicy, very surprising, Erhai fish is fresh enough, with the lake view to eat great 😋 🔎 Attraction basic info - Chongsheng Temple Three Pagoda Cultural Tourism Area | Southwest corner of the intersection of Three Pagoda Road and Wenbi Road, Dali City, Yunnan Province | 07:30-18:30, Ticket ¥73 - Three Towers Reflection Park | South side of Three Towers Park, Jinyuan Lane, Dali City, Yunnan Province | 07:30-18:00, Ticket ¥73 - Dali Ancient City | No. 42, Yita Road, Dali City, Yunnan Province | Open all day - Cangshan | West Hidden Fairy Road in Dali Ancient City | 08:30-15:00, Tickets ¥130 - Fengyang Yi Tea Horse Ancient Road | Fengyang Yi Village, Liu Guan Factory Administrative Village, Xiaguan Town | Open all day 💡 Dali four days and three nights guide, flights, hotels and food Want to know more check out Trip.com guide! 🌟 Explore nature + humanity + food, really do not have to go to Japan and Korea is enough to play, check-in + taste buds at once satisfied!

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✨ Wandering Through Dali, Yunnan ☁️ ✨ Yunnan has always been on my travel wish list, and this time I finally made it to Dali — a dreamlike town surrounded by mountains and the sparkling Erhai Lake 🌊⛰️. Every corner here feels like it’s been kissed by the wind and painted by sunlight 🎨☀️. 🚙💨 Our first stop was the Jeep Flower Field 🌸🌼 — a sea of colorful blooms stretching endlessly, with classic Jeeps parked for that perfect “wanderlust” photo moment 📸✨. Standing among the flowers, I could feel the peace and freedom that only nature can give . Next, we visited the Santorini-style spot 💙🏛️ — pure white buildings with blue domes overlooking Erhai Lake. For a second, I almost forgot I was in China and felt like I was in Greece 🇬🇷💭. The breeze from the lake carried the scent of sunshine and freedom. Then came the Lovers’ Bridge 🌉💞 — a romantic spot said to bring good luck in love. Even the air here feels softer and sweeter 🕊️💕. Maybe wishes really do travel across the bridge to the sky ✨. Of course, no trip to Dali is complete without exploring the Ancient Town 🏮⛩️ — cobblestone streets, vintage teahouses, and local crafts everywhere. I sipped rose tea 🌹🍵, listened to street musicians 🎶, and watched time slow down. And finally, standing by Erhai Lake at sunset 🌅, watching the colors melt into the horizon, I felt completely at peace. The reflection of the mountains, the sound of waves, and the cool breeze reminded me — sometimes, happiness is just being here, now 💫💖. 🌈✨ Dali, you’ve captured my heart — I’ll be back again someday 💌 #Dali #Yunnan #TravelDiaries #ErhaiLake #Wanderlust #SlowLife #TravelMoments 🌸🌊💙

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