{"title":"Seasonal Features","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"洱源乡村旅行-坐船-温泉和穆斯林村庄散步","title":"Eryuan Countryside Travel | Rushan Making Workshop, Boat Ride, Countryside Walk and Hot Springs by the Fields","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEryuan Countryside Travel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt is a great way to leave the busy Dali Ancient City and experience the tranquil countryside, fields, lakes and Dali's unique history. In Dengchuan, famous for its dairy products, you can not only see the daily production of local milk fans and fresh milk, but also Relax in the local hot springs. Everything here is natural and rural, with no other tourists around. This is a deep immersive trip suitable for everyone. Bring your family, leave the tourist spots behind, and enjoy a leisurely trip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e A complete video of one day in this itinerary: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" controls=\"controls\"\u003e\n\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/656d05b0f9644e7eb4671379a15302ae.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag. \n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG704.jpg?v=1733711536\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \"I am Aruna, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003eI am from Inner Mongolia and have lived in Dali for ten years. I have a baking studio in Xiaocen Village near the ancient city, where I do some teaching. I like to go camping in nature. I once drove a van for a long camping trip for half a year, so I usually take camping in Shangri-La and other places near Dali.\u003c\/span\u003e My partners in the deep travel group and I - usually He Chen, Xiaoqi, Xiaochun, Honghong and others - we like Eryuan very much. The fields there change with the seasons, the colors change, the migratory birds fly to the lake, and the reeds turn green and yellow. The friendly sister of the Rushan workshop, the Adu family who drive the boat, and the cattle and sheep we occasionally meet in the village - everything has become more and more familiar with the passage of time. I hope to share these simple and beautiful scenes of daily life with you. \"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePossible discomfort\u003c\/strong\u003e :\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransportation\u003c\/strong\u003e : Most of our travel vehicles are ordinary vans. We are relatively frugal and often carry outdoor equipment on natural mountain roads and country roads, so vans are probably the best choice. Many children like the bumpy feeling and call it a \"rocking car.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTombs in the mountains\u003c\/strong\u003e : Sometimes guests may feel uncomfortable walking past tombs. In rural Yunnan, many tombs are located on hillsides near villages or even along roads. The relationship with tombs here is different than in urban areas - people pass by tombs while working in the fields, picking mushrooms, gathering herbs or chopping wood. People may even have picnics near tombs. The sunshine, peaceful atmosphere and local customs make this place unique. If you are sensitive to cemeteries, please consider carefully before booking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n Some video clips along the Eryuan countryside trip: Autumn harvest season: \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/a49da61e922c4400a4f4eff10d4dc7e1.mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n In November, migratory birds returned to the lake and more birds of prey were circling. \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/d9934c247d2d45a3ac73ff7f70e576c2.mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n Boat ride on lake \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/add568cbb58b478aa6fcad8a6fe100ce.mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \nSheep flock in Muslim village \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/436bc956680040d68b4915d469ab07fe.mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e The tour will experience:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDengchuan Rushan Workshop\u003c\/strong\u003e : Visit the daily production process of milk powder, taste fresh milk, or enjoy milk popsicles. If you are lucky, you may see the sister making fresh Rushan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eThrough Villages and Fields\u003c\/strong\u003e : Follow the path through nearby villages and fields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eExplore the Centennial Village\u003c\/strong\u003e : Wander through the ancient Muslim village, where the sounds of evening broadcasts echo in the air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eBoating on the lake\u003c\/strong\u003e : Sail along the winding waterways and admire the white-walled and black-tiled villages and the mountains in the distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eRelaxing Hot Springs\u003c\/strong\u003e : Enjoy a hot spring bath.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eLocal cuisine\u003c\/strong\u003e : Taste the local Eryuan farm-style or halal dishes (about RMB 35-50 per person).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Trip Details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis tour takes you to a lakeside village 55 kilometers from Dali, far from the typical tourist destination. Pass through natural fields where locals work, visit a peninsula in the middle of the lake, and take a boat through reed marshes and deep into the lake. The area is full of waterfowl, and in the distance you can see the Cangshan Mountains and the Bai village with its white walls and black tiles. This is a picturesque rural landscape that you may have never seen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG724.jpg?v=1733715211\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG722.jpg?v=1733715211\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG706.jpg?v=1733715211\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e On the way, we will stop in Dengchuan, which is an important production area of ​​fresh milk in Dali. There are many milk fan workshops in the town, where you can watch the production process of milk fan, taste fresh milk, and try milk ice cream at a very affordable price of 2-3 yuan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/2ddba0da38be4cb5bf34d83678efbf67.mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag. \n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG725.jpg?v=1733715212\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG707.jpg?v=1733715210\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e After the boat ride, we passed a century-old village, where towering banyan trees told of the long history of the village, which could probably be traced back to the Mongolian period 800 years ago. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG726.jpg?v=1733715544\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG719.jpg?v=1733715211\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWe will walk along a flower-filled road at the foot of the mountain, which is rarely visited. From this high point, you can overlook the village and the lake. The road is lined with eucalyptus and walnut trees, and there is a lake nearby, green as emerald, surrounded by farmland. We can stop here for afternoon tea, order black tea and fruit, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains. Lotus flowers are blooming in the lake, and in the evening, people in the village usually go boating to fish. This lake was once full of Egyptian papyrus, and perhaps has a unique connection with ancient Egyptian culture. Sitting by the lake, you can quietly watch the smoke rising from the village on the opposite bank. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG730.jpg?v=1733733667\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG709.jpg?v=1733715211\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG734.jpg?v=1733733668\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e Our last stop was our favorite \u003cspan\u003eShimoyamaguchi\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOnsen\u003c\/strong\u003e . We often go to this hot spring located on the edge of a field. You can buy local snacks such as shachima and sweet milk at the nearby shop, which are perfect for eating while soaking in the hot spring. You can relax in the small hot spring pool or swim in the big hot spring pool. The only thing you need to bring is a swimsuit (which can also be purchased on site, although it may not be very fashionable). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG712.jpg?v=1733715211\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAfter soaking in the hot springs, we will have dinner at a local restaurant in town (about 30-40 RMB\/person, AA). We will return to Dali Ancient Town around 8:00-9:00 pm. If you really like the hot spring hotel, you can choose to stay overnight and take a bus back to the ancient town the next day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDistance to Dali Ancient Town\u003c\/strong\u003e : 55 km\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy, suitable for infants and the elderly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDeparture time\u003c\/strong\u003e : 1:00pm (confirmed at time of booking, departs later in the summer to avoid the heat)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eReturn time\u003c\/strong\u003e : 9:00pm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eThings to bring\u003c\/strong\u003e : swimsuit (need to be purchased separately, may not be very fashionable), towel (provided by the hot spring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eChildren's fee\u003c\/strong\u003e : Same as adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e","brand":"Dali Experience Community","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44679984251036,"sku":"","price":398.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/e7158660-0c94-4f8f-8aa3-6640423d1fa4.jpg?v=1742373563"},{"product_id":"sunset-light-hiking-at-huoshan-mountain-top","title":"Hike to see the sunset at Huoshan Mountain | Circle half of Erhai Lake and visit the peasant painting society in the mountains","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"The light hike in Huoshan is the best way to watch the most beautiful sunset and get a bird's eye view of Erhai Lake. The \"best\" here means that I personally experienced the magnificence of Cangshan Mountain and saw Cangshan Mountain from different angles, heights and perspectives. From here, people can truly appreciate the grandeur and natural significance of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake to Dali. The \"Farmer's Painting Society Cafe\" on the mountainside brings stories and beauty produced by the combination of traditional life and new external culture.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e One of the video records: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\" controls=\"controls\"\u003e\n\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/3a17d86e7f6f4a2dac6811abfe703b6e.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag. \n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG704.jpg?v=1733711536\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbout me I am Aruna, from Inner Mongolia. I have lived in Dali for ten years. I run a baking studio in Xiaocen Village near the ancient city, where I also teach baking. I like camping in nature and once traveled camping in a van for six months. Therefore, I often organize camping trips and in-depth tour experiences in Shangri-La and other areas near Dali. Our in-depth tour group also includes members such as He Chen, Xiao Qi, Hong Hong, etc., who lead the sunset hike in Huoshan together, and sometimes guides from other groups will join as guest stars. Throughout the year, the evening in Huoshan will present different beauty depending on the weather, and it is often not always sunny. \"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Check out the scenery in different weather conditions: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/7811733746551_.pic.jpg?v=1733746799\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/7761733746465_.pic.jpg?v=1733746799\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/7791733746548_.pic.jpg?v=1733746799\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Possible discomfort:\u003cbr\u003e Most of our tour leader’s cars were ordinary vans.\u003cbr\u003e On the one hand, we are relatively frugal. On the other hand, this type of vehicle is most suitable for carrying outdoor equipment and going to natural mountains and country roads. The bumpy feeling is especially popular with children, who call it a \"rocking vehicle.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eDifficulty: Easy. Children aged 4 and above can complete the hike. The hike lasts 2-3 hours and covers a total distance of 2.5 km, with a break for tea on the hillside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Destination: Huoshan, near Shuanglang Town. 1.5 hours by car (55 km).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Meeting place: Simple Stone Bakery\u003cbr\u003e Time schedule: Departure at 14:00–16:00 (adjusted according to the sunset time in different seasons, subject to the time you book through the app). Depart from Dali Ancient Town and return between 21:00–22:00. Although the return trip seems late, it is necessary to see the most beautiful Erhai Lake and Cangshan sunset. In fact, it is not that late, because Yunnan is about two hours later than the eastern cities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The price includes: guide, round trip transportation, afternoon tea. It does not include coffee or dinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Highlights: The most beautiful Erhai Lake scenery on the mountain, the best place to watch the sunset, and another option for Erhai Lake. There is a peasant painting society on the mountain, as well as a wonderful mountaintop cafe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Our hiking destination was a cliff with an exceptionally wide view. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/7821733746552_.pic.jpg?v=1733746799\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eNot only did we circle Erhai Lake halfway, we also visited the Chicken House Cafe and the Peasant Painting Society in the mountains, and strolled to the top of a nearby mountain to watch the sunset. As usual, our idea was that this needed to be a trip we would enjoy: beautiful scenery, culture, and some light exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e If you want to experience the following fun during your trip to Dali, you are welcome to participate in this experience:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Dali Mountains: The hike to Huoshan Valley is quite pleasant, soaking up the beauty of the mountain village. From here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Cangshan Mountain. In my experience, this is one of the best places to enjoy Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Dali Erhai Lake: Standing on the top of the mountain, you can overlook the magnificent panoramic view of Erhai Lake. This route is half of the Erhai Lake loop, so you don’t need to make an additional trip to Erhai Lake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Valley Farmers Painting Society: More than 10 years ago, a painter lived in seclusion here and taught villagers the basics of painting. Villagers began to paint their feelings about life in the mountains, forming a unique painting style. This project enriches the spiritually and economically poor people in the area. This is an outstanding public welfare project in a mountain village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eMountain Cafe: The Farmers’ Painting Society also operates a cafe, housed in a “chicken coop”-shaped building that incorporates traditional Bai courtyard architecture. It’s stunning. It feels like an escape from the world as you gaze out over the valley and rural red clay hills while sipping coffee. Unlike other popular spots, the food here (such as open-faced sandwiches) even stands out among restaurants in Shanghai Xintiandi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e We experienced the mountains, lakes, villages, people, and the fusion of old and new things here, and I believe it will be a complete and wonderful day.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dali Experience Community","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44640623198364,"sku":"","price":368.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/IMG-20250319_004557.jpg?v=1742316384"},{"product_id":"star-gazing-boat-trip-on-the-most-beautiful-lake-in-dali","title":"Stargazing with A-Tu | Boat ride on the lake under the starry sky at night","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eA Tu's Star Invitation:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/WechatIMG858.jpg?v=1733995157\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \"My name is A Tu, and I'm from Inner Mongolia. I like stargazing and I like to drive to places where I can see the stars. In Dali, my favorite place is West Lake, and I will take a boat to the center of the lake. Once a month, I hope to take you to the Genyen Snow Mountain in Tibet to watch the stars on the plateau.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e A-Tu's invitation was filled with her love for the stars and his passion to share this experience with anyone willing to join her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e A producer came here because of his reputation, and they shot a documentary about Atu's stargazing in the summer: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" style=\"max-width: 100%; height: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003csource type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/547f4a6b36ab4faab4c6f700472ec924.mp4\"\u003e\n Your browser does not support the video tag.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e Blog written by guest Wawa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Header-Title\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dalitrip.com\/blogs\/life-in-dali\/hu-wawa-stargazing-at-xihu-lake-another-highlight-with-lots-of-uncertainty\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--headingLg Polaris-Text--bold\"\u003eStargazing at West Lake: Another highlight moment full of uncertainty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWest Lake Stargazing Experience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ejourney:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003e5:30 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e : Depart from Dali (time may vary depending on season).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e6:30 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e : Enjoy dinner by the lake (over a brazier in the winter) while watching the changing night sky (we brought food from a nearby halal restaurant that we love. Their beef dish is amazing! Cost: about 50 RMB per person).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e7:30 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e : Enjoy hot tea, fruit and snacks while waiting for the first star, planet or satellite to appear. As the sky darkens, we head to the deeper part of the lake to see the stars more clearly and use binoculars to explore the fainter and more distant stars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e8:30pm\u003c\/strong\u003e : We find a suitable location to take photos of people and stars together.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e9:00 p.m\u003c\/strong\u003e .: Set up a telescope by the lake to observe stars that are invisible to the naked eye (the stars you see depend on the season).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e9:30 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e : Return to a local farmhouse for a short rest before heading back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003e10:30 PM\u003c\/strong\u003e : Return to Dali Ancient Town.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eImportant Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003ePlease bring a warm, windproof jacket as the nights on the lake can be chilly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Key topics we will share include:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The romantic story of Cowherd and Weaver Girl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Ancient Chinese astrology and its connection to the emperor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The three dimensions, four symbols and twenty-eight constellations in Chinese astrological legend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The seasonal movement of the constellations of the western zodiac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Look for fairy-like celestial figures. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_573ebf0a-8f35-43af-b8cc-c1b4da3ea81d.jpg?v=1735531068\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0661\/3450\/7676\/files\/IMG-20241212_173737.jpg?v=1735742084\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe stargazing experience on the lake begins:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e The first time I met A Tu, she asked me, \"How does it feel to watch the stars by the lake at night?\" At that time, she had just left an astronomical institution and was preparing to work independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e Without hesitation, I responded, “That’s awesome!”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e My response was more than politeness; it came from an image that immediately popped into my mind: sitting in a boat at night, heading out on open water, surrounded by swaying reeds. The only sound was the gentle thump of the water. Overhead, the sky was filled with bright stars. Nearby, villages twinkled in the distance, while the majestic silhouette of Cangshan Mountain outlined the horizon. The scene felt magical—almost unreal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe best things in life often feel \"unreal.\" Whether it's a favorite book, a dreamlike relationship, an enchanting movie, or a passion you deeply love, these moments take you out of the ordinary and into another world. They allow you to escape the daily monotony and give you a breath of fresh air before returning to reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e This vision led us to quickly plan our first attempt at this experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReal stargazing tour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e We chose an unusual time - 1am, late at night. A-Tu wanted us to see the moon rise over the mountains, the stars shining after the moon sets, and the Milky Way rising at dawn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNight on the Lake:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Adu set off from the dock near the village in a small boat and took us into the lake under the cover of night. Xiaochun, the tailor, and Shuangshuang, who joined temporarily, were all fascinated by the constellations, the moon, the Big Dipper, and the Milky Way. They used the telescope on the boat to observe the moon and stars up close and asked many questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA Tu patiently explained, telling stories about the stars, the moon, and the Milky Way from the perspectives of modern astronomy and traditional Chinese astrology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Silence of the Lake:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The boat drifted into the center of the lake and we stopped beside the reeds. Occasionally, a bird would coo softly to break the silence, and sometimes a bird would startle and flutter its wings across the water. He Chen lay on the bow of the boat and looked up at the starry sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e Even though I’m not particularly interested in astronomy, I was mesmerized by the experience—gliding over the silent lake at night, surrounded by darkness and immersed in soulful conversation. Without stargazing, I would probably never have a reason to go out to the lake at this time of year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e Due to the season and weather conditions, we were unable to see the Milky Way that night. But that’s not unexpected – things aren’t always perfect, and that’s part of the charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e On the way back we took a different route, crossing the lake back to the village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFinal Thoughts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDespite having to get up in the middle of the night, everyone enjoyed the trip. 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