Dali Erhai Nanny-Level Guide: Must-Visit Spots Around the Lake + Food + Hidden Gems All Included

Must-Visit Spots Around Erhai Lake:
1️⃣ Shuanglang Ancient Town
Address: Shuanglang Town, Dali City
Why Visit: The most beautiful ancient town by Erhai Lake! Every photo along the lakeside trail is a masterpiece 📸 Yang Liping's Sun Palace is right here
Recommended Visit Time: 2-3 hours

2️⃣ Little Putuo Island
Address: Northeast of Erhai Lake
🕊️ Lots of seagulls in winter! You can buy small dried fish to feed them
Boat Ticket to the Island: 20 RMB/person

3️⃣ Longkan Pier
Address: Longkan Village, Dali City
🌅 Perfect spot to watch the sunrise! The shimmering water is super soothing
Recommended Visit Time: Arrive at 5:30 AM

4️⃣ Xizhou Ancient Town
Address: Xizhou Town, Dali City
Famous Landmarks: Corner Tower + vast wheat fields
Must-Try: Xizhou Baba! Freshly baked and super delicious

🍜 Food Route:
Morning: Breakfast at the North Gate Market of the Old Town (rice bean jelly + fried dough sticks)
Noon: Fisherman’s Restaurant in Shuanglang (must order the hot and sour fish!)
Afternoon: Afternoon tea in Xizhou Ancient Town (flower cakes + handmade yogurt)
Evening: Caicun Pier Night Market (barbecue with Dali beer)

🛣️ Recommended Lake Circuit Route:
Clockwise around the lake: Old Town → Caicun → Longkan → Shuanglang → Little Putuo → Wase → Old Town
Suggested time: 1-2 days, rent an electric scooter or hire a car for touring

💡 Erhai Lake Stories:
Locals call Erhai the "Pearl of the Plateau," legend says it was formed from a fairy’s dropped mirror
Older fishermen still keep the tradition of the Sea Opening Festival
The famous S-bend is actually in Panxi Village, first discovered by photographers

🚗 Transportation Tips:
Car hire around the lake costs about 300-400 RMB/day
Electric scooter rental 50-80 RMB/day
Be sure to wear sunscreen! UV rays are very strong

💙 Erhai Lake is really perfect for slow travel, remember to bring a white long dress for photos! Come to Erhai and watch the sunrise with me 🌄