DALI OLD TOWN · YUNNAN’S LAKESIDE TIME CAPSULE
by Winnie21
Jul 22, 2025
Heavily healed by "To a Place with Wind"~💗 The ancient streets, small bridges, bookstores, and cafes in the drama all really exist! Right here in Shaxi, Dali, once you come, you won't want to leave~🌿✨
🌟 Must-check-in spots from the show:
1️⃣ Sideng Street Ancient Theater 🪕
📍 Center of Shaxi Ancient Town
The place where Hongdou and Xie Zhiyao often walked~ With bluestone slabs, old theater stage, red walls, and gray tiles, every shot looks like a drama still!📸
Fewer people and soft light in the early morning and evening, perfect for photos!
2️⃣ Yujin Bridge 🌉
📍 Near the entrance of the ancient town
An ancient bridge crossed by horse caravans, spanning the Heihui River~ Misty in the morning, gentle at sunset, full of atmosphere!💫
Recommended to wear white or ethnic style, perfect for photos~
3️⃣ Pioneer Shaxi Bai Ethnic Bookstore 📚
📍 2 km from the ancient town, reachable by small yellow bike (10-20 RMB/person)
The healing bookstore in the drama! Converted from an old granary, with earthen walls, wooden shelves, and the aroma of coffee~☕️
Order a latte, cozy up by the window with a book, time seems to slow down~
4️⃣ Mid-mountain Café ☕️
📍 A short climb up the mountain, with an amazing view!
The same café as Li Xian! Overlooking the whole Shaxi, distant mountains like ink wash, layered eaves~🏞️
Coffee 25-30 RMB, worth the beautiful scenery!
5️⃣ Grandma A Rui’s Shop 👵🍬
📍 Inside the ancient town
The friendly little shop in the drama~ Grandma is super cute, with many handmade items in the store!
6️⃣ Windy Bistro (Mint Café) 🌿
📍 Inside the ancient town
Where Hongdou worked! Natural wood style + green plants, leisurely and artistic~
7️⃣ North Village Gate / South Village Gate 🚪
Ancient town entrances, stone walls and wooden doors, full of ancient charm~
🚗 Travel Tips:
· From Dali Ancient City:
✅ Carpool/charter: about 2 hours, 100-150 RMB/person
✅ Bus: Dali Bus Station → Jianchuan (42 RMB) → Shaxi (taxi)
💡 Notes:
· Many bluestone roads, wear flat shoes!👟
· Bookstore and mid-mountain café require purchase for photos~
· July-August peak season is crowded, recommend off-peak or early visits!
🌼 A Rest for the Soul:
Every day in Shaxi feels like living in the drama~ No noise, only sunshine, tea fragrance, and the sound of turning pages… If you’re also looking for a "place with wind," come here and calm your heart~💖
📍 Location: Shaxi, Jianchuan County, Dali, Yunnan
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