Travel Guide for the Xianfeng Shaxi Bai Bookstore

1. Basic Information
📍 Location
Sideng Street, Shaxi Ancient Town, Jianchuan County, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province (specific location is recommended to be confirmed in advance via map navigation)

⏰ Recommended visiting time**
- Suitable for all year round, spring (March to May) is pleasant, autumn (September to November) is colorful
- Bookstore opening hours: usually 9:00-20:00 (it is recommended to call in advance to confirm)

2. Bookstore Features
1. Architectural Style
- Transformed from a traditional Bai granary, retaining ethnic elements such as rammed earth walls and wooden structures
- Integrating modern design concepts to form a unique cultural space

2. Cultural Experience
- Selected books on Yunnan local culture and ethnic minority themes
- Provide local cultural exhibitions and handicraft experience activities (reservation required in advance)

3. Check-in Highlights
- Iconic "Poetry Tower" rotating bookshelf
- The viewing terrace on the second floor overlooks the panoramic view of the ancient town

3. Itinerary Planning Suggestions
One-day tour plan
| Time period | Activity arrangement |
|--------|----------|
| 09:30-11:00 | Visit Xingjiao Temple and Ancient Theater (5 minutes walk from the bookstore) |
| 11:00-12:30 | In-depth experience of Xianfeng Bookstore (reading + taking photos) |
| 12:30-14:00 | Lunch: Shaxi Fire Pit House (recommended Matsutake Chicken Soup) |
| 14:00-17:00 | Yujin Bridge Walk + Horse Riding Experience on the Ancient Tea Horse Road |
| 17:00-18:30 | Half-mountain coffee to watch the sunset (1.2 kilometers from the bookstore) |

Two-day tour plan
Day2 extension route:
Bailongtan hiking (6 kilometers round trip) → Ouyang Dayuan visit → Friday market (if time permits)

4. Transportation Guide
🚗 Self-driving route
- Depart from Dali: Hangrui Expressway → Dali Expressway → S311 Provincial Road, about 2 hours
- Depart from Lijiang: Dali Expressway → Jianchuan Exit, about 1.5 hours

🚌 Public transportation
- Dali/Lijiang Bus Station → Jianchuan County → Transfer to a rural bus to Shaxi
- Recommended carpooling: Dali Ancient City → Shaxi (about 80 yuan/person)

5. Accommodation Recommendations
| Type | Name | Features | Reference Price |
|------|------|------|----------|
| High-end | Jixia Mountain | Designer Hotel/Book Bar | ￥1500+ |
| Mid-range | Shiran Mountain House | Mountain View Courtyard | ￥600-800 |
| Youth Hostel | Maquan 46 | Backpacker Gathering Place | ￥80-150 |

6. Local Food
- Must-try list
✅ Cheese with ham ✅ Tree flower with matsutake
✅ Bai three-course tea ✅ Handmade rose sauce

- Recommended restaurants
📍 Longfeng Ruiying Halal Restaurant (Beef Hot Pot)
📍 Raven Coffee (Hand Brew + Homemade Desserts)

7. Precautions
1. During the Spring Festival holiday (around February 13, 2025), there may be more tourists, it is recommended:
- Book accommodation 15 days in advance
- Follow the bookstore's official account to get special event information
2. The ultraviolet rays on the plateau are strong, so you need to prepare sunscreen + sun hat
3. Some shops only accept cash, it is recommended to bring about 500 yuan for backup