Longkan Ancient Ferry | Millennium Erhai Ferry
With stunning scenery, it is located by the Erhai Lake. From the circular arch gate, you can see the Luozhuan Pagoda on the opposite side of Erhai Lake, and small boats passing by from time to time. It is a great place for daydreaming and taking photos. There is a saying among the locals of Dali and Longkan: living in Dali is called being at ease, but living in Longkan is called being free. After the movie 'Breakup Buddies' was filmed here, Longkan became quite popular. However, Longkan Ancient Ferry has always quietly witnessed the vicissitudes of a thousand years. Waiting for the wind to pass over Erhai Lake in the boat, the night deepens but there is still no wind. Falling asleep with tired words, waking up to find the boat almost at the shore, this is Longkan Ancient Ferry.
Haiyan Temple | A Famous Buddhist Temple by Erhai Lake
With the clear sound of mountains and waters, and the magnificent scenery of Haiyan. This is one of the 72 temples of Jizu Mountain and also a Buddhist holy place by Erhai Lake. The incense here is flourishing, and people come and go, yet it is located in an inconspicuous place by Erhai Lake—most people just pass by here without knowing the wonders inside. Devout Bai people come here to offer incense and pray for peace and blessings. Under the blue sea and sky, in this picturesque scenery, make a wish. When you come to Dali, there is always a temple worth visiting.
Yuan An Temple | Bai Ethnic Group's Nao Hai Festival Venue
Yuan An Temple is the main temple of Xiaoyizhuang, where 'Emperor Jing', 'Lady Zhang', 'Galan', and 'Old Lady of the South Sea' are worshipped. Uniquely, it also enshrines General Zhang Zhizhong, showcasing the inclusiveness of Bai ethnic culture. This place is adjacent to Erhai Lake, a gathering spot for wild ducks. Most importantly, it is the venue for the annual Bai Ethnic Group's Nao Hai Festival, where religion, folklore, and beautiful scenery blend together.
Xiajiyi Pump Station | Gate of Erhai
This is an inconspicuous pump station, which was mainly used for irrigation in the past. It has been abandoned for many years. Over the years, the seawater has grown wildly, eroding the foundations and steps of other pump stations along the shore of Erhai, leaving only this one to tell the story of the past. On the surface, there is nothing special about this pump station, but if you go around to the back, you will see a 'gate' suspended above Erhai. This gate frames the beautiful scenery of Erhai, where the blue sky, white clouds, distant mountains, and Erhai all blend together. Occasionally, a breeze blows through, making it feel like a paradise. This place is relatively hard to find. It is located on the road from Caicun to Majiuyi. There is no public transportation to get there, so if you need to go, you can take a taxi or ride a bicycle or electric scooter towards Majiuyi. After seeing the canal in the fields, follow the canal to reach the destination.
Baita Yi Great Green Tree | Feng Shui of the Bai People
The Bai people love the Great Green Tree because they regard it as their Feng Shui tree. In every Bai village, there is a historical Great Green Tree, either at the entrance of the village or in front of the Benzhu Temple. The Bai people firmly believe that by observing the growth of this tree, they can foresee the future of the village. As time flies, generations of people pass by the tree, and despite the changes over time, the only constant is the tree's original intention to protect the villagers. The Great Green Tree is located in Baita Yi Village, towards the Dali Road direction from Majiu Yi Village. There is no public transportation to get there, so you can take a taxi or use Didi to reach Baita Yi.
