Dali's new art and photography district is a wonderful addition to the old town. At the Dali Art Factory you will find a number of galleries displaying modern … [Read More...]
Cycling Around Er Hai Lake
By Norm Kummer. The Old Town of Dali has the Cang Mountains (苍山) on one side, and ErHai (洱海) lake on the other. The mountains run from north to south and … [Read More...]
Zhang’s Culture Garden
Experience local 'Bai' culture at the home of a local merchant family. Expect traditional music and dancing performance, tea tasting, local architecture, and a … [Read More...]
Eye of Dali Dream Theatre
Epic theatrical performances set on a lake have been growing in popularity in China ever since legendary Chinese film director Zhang Yimou … [Read More...]
The Definitive Guide to Cycling ErHai Lake, Dali, China
The Definitive Guide to Cycling ErHai Lake By Norm Kummer The Old Town of Dali has the CangShan Mountains (苍山) on one side, and ErHai (洱海) lake on the … [Read More...]
Tea Plantation Experience
Visit a beautiful mountainside tea plantation for a unique hands-on experience. Pick and process your own tea before relaxing, admiring the stunning views and enjoying the fruits of your labour. For a thousand years Dali served as a crossroads on the … [Read More...]
Three Pagodas and Chongsheng Temple
Often regarded as the symbol of Dali, the Three Pagodas and Chongsheng Temple Complex can be found approximately 1.5 kilometers north of Dali Old Town, along highway 214. The biggest pagoda, Qianxun, was built during the 9th century. It is square in shape, … [Read More...]
How to Get a Driver’s Licence in Dali
Getting a Chinese driver's licence in Dali is not as difficult or as expensive as you might think. Below is a proven procedure for getting one... Pre-requisites: - Your driver's licence from your own country - A translation of your driver's licence by an … [Read More...]
Top 6 Fun, Friendly, Affordable Guesthouses in Dali
Dali has some fantastic guest houses to suit any budget. From boutique rooms with luxurious features, to dormitories filled with bunk beds, here is the best of what Dali has to offer. The Jade Emu International Guesthouses Still the most popular guesthouse … [Read More...]
Luxury Accommodation to Die for in Dali
Dali has a wealth of luxury accommodation options for visitors who want that little extra. The Hilton Dali Resort and Spa The world's most famous hotel chain arrived in Dali in early 2016. This enormous structure sits in the foothills of CangShan mountain … [Read More...]
