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 approximately 5km away from Dali Old Town, offering incredible views of ErHai lake […]
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Dali Nightlife – The Best Bars in Town
The Bad Monkey The Bad Monkey has been rocking the house since 2003. Owned by two Englishmen who have built the ultimate live music bar, the Bad Monkey offers a great party atmosphere every night. The business expanded in 2010, as the owners set out to revolutionize the beer drinking culture in China, by […]
Visa Extension Dali
Visa Extension – Relevant Documents and Procedure If you hold a “L” VISA and want to continue to stay in China after expiration of the visa, you should apply for a visa extension within 2-7 days before your visa expires. This is the information you need to know: Application Documents 1. Valid passport with a minimum […]
Grand Tour of ErHai Lake
Grand Tour of the Lake A visit to the villages around ErHai lake is an important part of the Dali experience. Here is a recommended tour itinerary taking in some of the most important spots around the lake. This tour can be done by taxi, local buses, motorbike or it can be cycled. A decent […]
Living in Dali
[slideshow_deploy id=’6667′] Dali is a terrific place to relax for a while, learn Mandarin Chinese or even teach English. Situated 2000m above sea level in the foothills of the Himalayas, Dali has a unique climate. Temperatures never exceed 30 ºC (86ºF) and snow is an event of such rarity that it warrants celebration (see Dali Climate). […]
Wu Wei Si Temple, Dali, China
WuWeiSi (无为寺) is located about 12km Northwest of Dali Old Town. It is a popular place for learning Kung Fu or Tai Chi. Cost: 500RMB per week (which includes dorm accommodation, vegetarian food and lessons). The cost is non-refundable and non-negotiable. Therefore if you want to stay only one day it will still cost 500RMB. […]
Cangshan Chairlifts and Cablecars
There are two cable cars and one chairlift taking visitors up the CangShan mountain. Below is a description of the three. Tickets can be bought at travel agencies or guesthouses for a small discount and/or a free pickup service or at the entrance. Pricing was accurate at time of writing but can change without notice. […]
Cangshan Mountain – Jade Belt Path, Cloud Pass – Easy to Moderate
The Jade Belt Path and the Cloud Pass are the same paths. It is possible to hike to the Jade Belt Path. A trail begins 50m on the left just after the National Park entry booth which is located around 400m north west of the top of San Yue Street. It takes roughly 1 and […]
Western Food
La Dolce Vita Set in a delightful little courtyard La Dolce Vita offers some of the best Western food in Dali, cooked by a chef who has worked at some of the finest restaurants in Shanghai. This place offers the best of everything, amazing pastas, perfect pizzas, the best burger in Dali, and the best […]