Things to do in Eshan

Wanfenglin delivers a deeper, more restorative awe—a vast canvas of tens of thousands of cone-shaped peaks woven together with pastoral fields and village life. Xu Xiake's famous line—"There are many peaks under heaven, but only here do they form a forest"—still holds completely true today.This is a symphony of peaks, fields, and villages. The magic of Wanfenglin isn't any single mountain—it's the symbiosis of peak, field, village, and river. Nearly 20,000 cone-shaped karst peaks roll across the horizon; at their feet, the Nahui River winds through vast farmland, and Buyi ethnic villages scatter in between—white walls and dark tiles against green peaks and rice paddies. Wanfenglin delivers a deeper, more restorative awe—a vast canvas of tens of thousands of cone-shaped peaks woven together with pastoral fields and village life. Xu Xiake's famous line—"There are many peaks under heaven, but only here do they form a forest". It's a easy hike for the family.

Beautiful place but huge. Take the shuttle all the up to the end and walk all the way down.

On my second trip to Dali, I stayed for three days. On the first day, I stayed at Erhai Park, facing north to enjoy the view of Erhai Lake. On the second day, I stayed at Shuanglang Ancient Town, facing west to see the Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake together. On the third day, I cycled from west to east along the Erhai Ecological Corridor to enjoy the view of Erhai Lake. I also went to Yunxiang Mountain Road for extreme mountain biking, Shuanglang, Xizhou Ancient Town, Dali Ancient City, etc. Every angle offered a different perspective of Erhai Lake. The scenery in Dali is truly beautiful.

The three of us girls chose to walk into the park. It was perfect for hiking, and we didn't feel tired at all. The environment was very nice, clean, and quiet. It felt like our souls were cleansed. What surprised us most was how reasonable the prices were; the management was excellent. You can even buy a bracelet or a figurine to take home! The only regret was that we didn't notice the vegetarian food's opening hours and missed it; we definitely want to try it next time!

There are many snacks in various shops. If you have enough time, you can go shopping.

It's said that you haven't truly been to Xishuangbanna if you haven't been to Ganlanba. The scenery here is breathtaking, brimming with tropical charm. Lush coconut groves and greenery surround the villages, while rustic Dai bamboo houses are scattered throughout, dotted with pagodas and ancient temples, creating a tranquil and captivating atmosphere.

Teacher Cui from the Yunnan Provincial Museum provided a solid and insightful explanation of the artifacts, clearly and vividly tracing the historical development of the ancient Dian civilization and the Nanzhao and Dali kingdoms, from the bronze ox and tiger table and the cowrie shell container to the Garuda. She even voluntarily extended her explanation by half an hour, patiently and meticulously explaining without rushing the process. The children listened until the very end. Her explanations transformed the artifacts from mere displays into something meaningful, allowing them to understand the stories behind them and the rich history of Yunnan. The experience was truly excellent.

A very worthwhile place to visit. Remember to buy the combined ticket; Zhu Family Mansion + Lin'an Prefecture is only 55 yuan, which is even more cost-effective if you want to visit both places. Zhu Family Mansion has undergone extensive renovations, and many places sell souvenirs; those who enjoy this kind of thing will have a great time. Good weather is especially important if you want to take photos! The staff are all very friendly. A great place.

Fuxian Lake Tourist Resort, also known as Fuxian Lake Scenic Area, is located in Yuxi City, Yunnan Province, and belongs to Chengjiang City, spanning Chengjiang City, Jiangchuan District, and Huaning County. It is an excellent summer resort!

Nie Er's Former Residence is free to visit. On March 25, 2025, at 9:24 AM, I departed from the Yuxi Ruyu Reading Culture Theme Hotel and arrived at Nie Er's Former Residence in the north at 9:36 AM. The journey was 1.85 kilometers and cost 6.5 yuan. Nie Er's Former Residence is a patriotic education base in Yunnan Province and a free attraction. It is a small, two-story building. Opening hours are 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Last admission is 10 minutes before closing time. Closed on Mondays. It is open on holidays and free tickets are available, making it a memorable experience.