Yunnan Travel | Dali Xiaguan's Bustling Life Outside the Ancient City - Longwei Pass

Longwei Pass is located on the north bank of the West Erhai River in Taihe Street, Dali City. It is an ancient pass with a history of nearly 1,300 years. Compared with the bustling Dali Ancient City, Longwei Pass is low-key and simple, and is a place where locals often go. The streets here are full of the bustling life of old Dali, retaining the lifestyle of the indigenous people, and is the "hometown" in the memory of Dali people. Recommended route: Heilong Bridge - Zhongcheng Street - Longwei Pass Gate - Longwei Street - Puji Temple - Amitabha Temple - Xiaguan Confucian Temple 1. Longwei Pass Ancient City Gate: Walk into Longwei Pass, along the stone road, ancient wells, ancient temples, Confucian temples, schools, cultural residences and other historical sites will be presented in front of you one by one, and the ancient streets and alleys make people feel like they are traveling through time. 2. Time-honored snack bar: Visit the traditional snack bar on the street and taste authentic local delicacies, such as stewed pot dishes, cold shrimp, chicken pea flour, etc. 3. Vegetable market and handicraft shop: Stroll around the vegetable market in Longwei Pass, you can find fresh ingredients and handicrafts, and learn about the lifestyle of local people in Dali. Don't forget to visit tailor shops, barber shops, Chinese medicine clinics and other places to feel the life of old Xiaguan. 4. Coffee shop break: If you are tired, you can choose to sit in the Internet-famous coffee shop on the street, enjoy a cup of coffee, and feel the slow life of this small city. Best time to visit It is recommended to go on a sunny day, the sun is bright, the photo effect is better, and you can better appreciate the details of the ancient buildings. The play time can be arranged for about 2-3 hours, and slowly savor the history and culture here. Food recommendation There are many authentic snacks near Longwei Pass, so don't miss it. It is recommended that you try the local crispy baba, the outer skin is crispy, the filling is fragrant and soft, there are two flavors of sweet and salty, both are very good. There is also the Bai ethnic specialty sour and spicy fish, the fish is tender, sour and spicy, very appetizing. Photo spots In front of the ancient building, wearing ethnic-style clothes to take pictures, it is very charming. The light and shadow in the alleys are intertwined, and the photos taken are super atmospheric. The place with red lanterns hanging at the door is also a good place to take pictures. With red lanterns as the background, the photos are full of ancient meaning. Practical information 🎫All attractions are free of charge 🚌Transportation: Take bus No. 10 from Dali High-speed Railway Station and get off at Heilong Bridge Station. Take bus No. 4 from Dali Ancient City and get off at Meideng Bridge North Station. In addition, shared bicycles can be ridden throughout the area, self-service travel, walking and stopping, very convenient.