Four Romantic Cities to Take Your Wife for a Relaxing Getaway

Dali Caicun Village

- Attractions: Visit Caicun Pier for breathtaking sunrise views, where the adjacent Erhai Wetland Park also offers fantastic photo opportunities. Explore traditional Bai ethnic architecture like the God of Wealth Temple and Benzhu Temple to immerse in local culture. Cycling or jogging along the West Ring Road lets you enjoy the stunning scenery of Cangshan Mountain, Erhai Lake, and pastoral landscapes.
- Food Recommendations: Try local specialties such as grilled milk fan (rushan) and rice cakes (erkuai), which are authentic and affordable.
- Accommodation: Caicun has many lakeside guesthouses like "Jianhai" (membership may be required), offering sea-view rooms with panoramic Erhai vistas. Waking up to sunrise views here is more budget-friendly compared to Shuanglang.
- Transportation: Located northeast of Dali Ancient Town on Erhai's western shore, Caicun is easily accessible by bus, bike, or on foot.

Liupanshui

- Attractions: Wumeng Grassland, one of the highest-altitude and largest plateaus in Southwest China, is perfect for horseback riding and camping under sunrise/sunset. Meihua Mountain Scenic Area boasts the world’s longest cable car ride through sea of clouds, with picnic-friendly Meihuaping Meadow at the summit. Yelanghai Mountain Resort features a vintage train and the Haiping Yi Ancient Village for cultural immersion.
- Food Highlights: Must-tries include Shuicheng mutton rice noodles and grilled pot (luoguo), along with green tofu, Panxian beef, and lotus-leaf glutinous rice chicken.
- Accommodation: For luxury, Guizhou Hotel Group’s Liupanshui branch is near Shuicheng Ancient Town. Hot spring lovers can opt for Liupanshui Dahebao Liangdu Flower Sea Hot Spring Hotel. Upscale choices include Meiling Holiday Hotel and Vienna International Hotel.
- Transportation: Remote attractions are best reached by rental car or private hire. Some direct shuttles are available, e.g., from Liupanshui Station to Yushe Snow Mountain Ski Resort.

Nha Trang

- Attractions: Nha Trang Beach is ideal for swimming and snorkeling. Po Nagar Cham Towers offer insights into Cham culture and harbor views. Hon Chong Promontory, featured in *The Lover*, has unique landscapes. Vinpearl Amusement Park, with its over-sea cable car and Ferris wheel, is great for families.
- Food Recommendations: Savor grilled pork rolls (nem nuong), fish cake noodle soup, and tamarind-stewed squid. Mango cakes, soft and fragrant, make excellent souvenirs.
- Accommodation: Havana Nha Trang Hotel boasts prime sea views and luxury amenities. Vinpearl Resort & Spa Nha Trang offers full facilities and easy access to Vinpearl Island.
- Transportation: Fly into Cam Ranh International Airport (~40km from downtown), then take the airport shuttle. Taxis or Grab app are convenient for city travel.

Post by KismetKeralaDreamer | Jul 31, 2025