Dali Landmarks
Dali is famous for the picturesque landscapes of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. At the same time, it also enjoys a very high fame for the four great scenes, namely the wind of Xiaguan, the flowers of Shangguan, the snow of Cangshan Mountain and the moon of Erhai Lake. As one of the most famous tourist destinations in Yunnan Province, Dali is rich in historical and natural relics. It has brilliant history, unique national culture and magnificent landscapes. It has become a popular tourist destination at home and abroad. It has won the title of "China's Excellent Tourism City", "China's Most Captivating City" and "China Cultural Tourism County", "One of China's Top Ten Tourist Cities", "Charming City" International Cultural Tourism and Leisure". In this article, we will introduce the iconic places in Dali for tourists.
Cangshan, also known as Diancangshan, is a mountain range just west of the city of Dali in the Yunnan province of southwestern China. Cangshan Mountain is located west of Dali Ancient City and Erhai Lake and includes 19 peaks and 18 streams. The 19 peaks of Cangshan Mountain stretch 50 km from north to south, forming columns like a screen. There is an impressive legend about Cangshan Mountain. It is said that in one year, the plague spread to the foot of Cangshan Mountain, two sisters used the magical arts they learned to drive the plague to the top of the hill, and buried it in the snow to freeze to death. In order for the plague to never resurrect, the eldest sister became a snow peak as a snow god to protect Cangshan Mountain. Without a doubt, Dali was not magnificent without the snowy scenery of Cangshan Mountain.
Erhai Lake is an alpine lake located in Yunnan Province, and has its origin in Pibi Lake in Eryua County, it is the tributary of the Lancang and Yangbi Rivers. It is located between the Cangshan Mountains to the west and Dali City. So that tourists can see the picturesque landscapes of the lake, the Erhai Lake Park was built. In spring, the place is transformed into a wonderland of flowers such as camellias, azaleas and primroses, and abundant exotic trees. On a sunny day, the crystal clear waters of Erhai Lake and the soft snow of Cangshan Mountain radiate each other. At the same time, the moon on Erhai Lake is also one of the four most representative landscapes of Dali. In short, it is an approving attraction. Being the "Pearl of the Plateau", taking a boat and cycling around the lake are fantastic options to explore the landscape of Erhai Lake. Therefore, it is worth taking a trip to Erhai Lake, it will be a very unforgettable experience.
The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple are a set of three independent pagodas arranged at the vertices of an equilateral triangle near Dali Ancient City, forming a symmetrical triangle. This is unique in China. The Three Pagodas date back to the times of the Nanzhao Kingdom and the Dali Kingdom (9th and 10th centuries) and are located approximately 1.5 kilometers north of Dali Ancient City. They are located on the eastern slope of the tenth summit of the towering Cangshan Mountains, facing the west coast of Erhai Lake. The Three Pagodas are made up of one large pagoda and two small ones. The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple are a symbol of Dali history and a record of the development of Buddhism in the area. Once you climb to the top of the temple, you have a chance to see a panoramic view of Dali City and Erhai Lake. Therefore, domestic and international visitors should not miss visiting the pagodas.
Dali Ancient City is located between the Changshan and Hengduan Mountains, on the shore of Erhai Lake. It is not only a very famous historical city, but also a national cultural symbol. To this day it is considered one of the most important and visited tourist attractions in Dali. It is a place that allows us to delve into the past and customs of Dali, a perfect area to take a walk while we try traditional food and observe native products. Foreign tourists can visit an exotic area where there are many Western restaurants and bars. There you will enjoy pleasant time.
