Dali Shaxi Ancient Town | A perfect place to slow down and enjoy a leisurely life

Yunnan Dali Shaxi Ancient Town is a hidden gem nestled among the mountains, with a history of over 600 years, preserving ancient architecture and streets. Outside the town, there is Yujin Bridge, beautiful rice fields, and distinctive villages, and the ancient town appears mysterious and enchanting at night. 🌈Highlights: ✅Sideng Street: Formerly known as Nantang, this street with over 600 years of history is known as the only surviving ancient market on the Tea Horse Road, retaining ancient stages, horse inns, and temples. ✅Nanzong Ancient Alley: A famous street where most buildings on both sides maintain traditional wooden structures, simple and elegant. Walking along the stone-paved road, passing by ancient shops and residences, you can almost feel the bustling scene of merchants gathering in the past. ✅As night falls, the ancient town gradually becomes quiet and mysterious. The quaint wooden doors and stone-carved windows loom in the night, and the ancient stage in Sifang Street shines brilliantly, quietly observing the ancient stage, as if you can sense the charm of ancient operas. There are many small and exquisite inns, distinctive restaurants, and fine handicraft shops here... This place is not only great for appreciating ancient architecture and natural scenery but also a relaxing and comfortable destination. The commercial atmosphere is not overwhelming, suitable for slowing down and enjoying the good slow life. 🎫Ticket: 0 yuan 🚗Transportation: Dali Bus Station—Shaxi Ancient Town, there are three buses a day, departing at 10:00, 15:00, and 16:30, with fares of 55 yuan, 55 yuan, and 42 yuan respectively, and the journey takes 2—3 hours; self-driving is more convenient and faster