Dali Guide

No. 88 Bakery House

   This place was set up by a German lady, who traveled to Dali a few years ago, loved here, and settled here, with her genius care for quality of food. The material of food here are based on organic farming resources, and some even imported from other countries.

   The...

The 3-course tea of Bai people(白族三道茶)

You should try the traditional 3-course tea when you travel to Xizhou old town,   The  "three- course tea" is a unique way of drinking tea while hosting guests .  It was originally from ancient NaZhao dynasty,  a tea ceremony when The emperor of Nanzhao meeting important...

West Lake in Eryuan

The West Lake in Eryuan is the upstream of Erhai Lake. Few steps have been set here so it remains relatively intact. Boating on West Lake you can see several small villages sitting in the middle of the water. They have to take boat if they are to go outside. You can even see fields placed in the...

Home of Tao Yuan Restaurant

Serve local Bai food. Best for Er Lake fish. Reasonable price. Nice garden.

Bai Tie Dye workshop

Tie dye is traditional in Bai culture. In Zhou Cheng village, you can find tie dye workshop open to tourist. You can see the whole work flow of tie dye. It is free to visit. 

Tao Xi Organic Valley

Tao Xi Organic Valley locates west of Dali old town at elevation of 2200M. It is a valley with tea plantation and accommodation. With grand view to the Er Lake.

Sky Valley Handcrafted Hotel

Shaxi Horse Pen 46 Youth Hostel

Horse Pen is located in an aged authentic Bai Minority courtyard, renovated in the old traditional way and run by experienced backpackers.

Horse Pen provides free guided hikes every Saturday to our guests. In return, guests who join the free guided hike are requested to help us pick up...

Shaxi Cultural Center and Guesthouse

comfortably appointed and relaxing place to stay in a small meticulously restored traditional Bai courtyard complex

Old Theatre Inn

A Yunnan cultural treasure with style and comfort.