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Hidden photo spots in Shaxi Ancient Town revealed! The little-known photo route everyone is asking about on social media

Sharing the best photo route for your trip!✨ The photos I took last time in Shaxi got crazy compliments on social media🔥 Today, I’ve painstakingly put together this stunning photo guide Grab this magical route that makes everyone look great in photos! 📍 Scenic spot address: Shaxi Ancient Town, Jianchuan County, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province ✨ Opening hours: Open all day To truly enjoy Shaxi, you have to explore it right to discover the hidden charms tucked away in the alleys! This guide takes the road less traveled, unlocking hidden photo spots even locals don’t know about~ Remember! You must! Explore! The! Alleys! So many story-rich little shops are hidden deep in the alleys😍 🚗 Parking guide: Navigate directly to "Shaxi Ancient Town Benzhu Temple" 🔹 Address: Jianchuan County, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province There’s a parking lot right at the temple entrance🅿️ (The parking lots in the commercial area of the ancient town are too crowded; this spot is less busy and more scenic) P2-P3 passenger seat shots are super cinematic~ 🌟 Complete must-shoot route breakdown: 1️⃣ Creekside path (P5-P6) After parking, walk to the path by the creek White walls, black tiles, and greenery all around Every snap looks like an artistic masterpiece!✨ 📌 Best time: 4-6 PM for the most beautiful light and shadows 2️⃣ Yujin Bridge (P7-P8) Keep walking forward to the town’s iconic landmark Locals often play guitar and sing in the square🎸 Creek water + white horses + weeping willows Instantly get the perfect cover photo loved by artsy youth! 3️⃣ Liu Yifei’s famous big tree (P9) [Where the wind blows] The prime check-in spot! The place where Liu Yifei’s character set up a stall in the drama Now a must-shoot attraction~ Avoid shooting during harsh midday sunlight 4️⃣ Ancient town street shots (P10-P14) Everywhere you’ll find big "Shaxi" character walls Various unique shops’ entrances are great for photos Outfit tips: light-colored dresses/ethnic style✅ 5️⃣ Rose tree on Sideng Street (P15-P17) Absolutely stunning! Saying it three times for emphasis! Spin your dress! Press the shutter! You’ll fill your phone’s memory in no time💥 (I took over 100 photos and still not enough...) 💡 Travel tips: ▪️ Recommended duration: half a day to one day is enough ▪️ Golden hours: 9-11 AM / 4-6 PM ▪️ Outfit guide: light colors + ethnic style for best shots ▪️ Avoid crowds: skip popular influencer spots if too busy! 📸 Editing tips: Use VSCO A6 filter + increase exposure Get that artsy vibe instantly!
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Posted: Aug 24, 2025
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