Weibao Mountain

Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, a national autonomous prefecture under the jurisdiction of Yunnan Province, is located in the central western part of Yunnan Province. It features a low-latitude plateau monsoon climate with distinct dry and wet seasons. Most areas experience no extreme heat in summer and no severe cold in winter, covering a total area of 29,459 square kilometers. Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture has a long history. As early as the Neolithic Age, ethnic minorities such as the Bai and Yi peoples have thrived here. During the Tang and Song dynasties, local regimes such as the 'Nanzhao Kingdom' and the 'Dali Kingdom' emerged. In 1956, the Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture was established. Its capital, Dali City, is a junction of the Yunnan-Burma Road and the Yunnan-Tibet Road, historically an important transfer station for the 'Shudian Poison Road' and the 'Ancient Tea Horse Road.' It is now planned to be the central city of western Yunnan, a regional transportation hub, and a logistics center of western Yunnan. Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture boasts over 130 scenic spots and tourist areas, including the Buddhist holy site of Jizu Mountain, the Taoist famous mountain of Weibao Mountain, the cave treasure of Shibaoshan, and the plateau pearl Erhai Lake. Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake form a national scenic area, and 'Cangshan's Nature and Nanzhao Cultural Relics' are national natural and cultural heritage sites. The capital of the autonomous prefecture, Dali, is one of the first batch of 24 national famous historical and cultural cities, encompassing a national historical and cultural city, a national scenic area, a national nature reserve, an outstanding Chinese tourist city, the best charming city in China, a national geological park, one of China's top ten tourist and leisure cities, the best leisure travel destination in China, and the most famous cultural city in China, all in one.

Weibao Mountain is one of the top ten Taoist waters in China. There are more than twenty large and small Taoist temples distributed in the mountain. The most famous ones are Sanhuang Hall, Yuhuang Pavilion, Sanqing Hall, and Qingxia Palace. Most of them were built during the Qing Dynasty and worship the creator gods of Taoism. There are colored murals from the Qing Dynasty in several Taoist temples, which are of great ornamental value.

🏞️ Must-visit attractions: Weibaoshan, a Taoist holy land hidden in the clouds, is located within the territory of Weishan County, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China. It is not only a national AAA-rated tourist attraction but also one of the famous Taoist mountains. The area is not only known for its picturesque natural scenery but also for its profound cultural heritage. Ascending to the main peak, Yu Huang Pavilion, one can overlook the spectacular view of the entire Weishan Basin and experience the boldness of 'all mountains look small at a glance.' Don't forget to visit the Nanzhao Earth Lord Temple and Changchun Cave, which are full of ancient relics; every brick and tile reveals a thousand years of historical stories, making one feel as if they have traveled back to the era when Taoism was in harmony with nature. 📍 Detailed address: Weibaoshan Township, Weishan Yi and Hui Autonomous County, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province 🚗 Travel tips: Departing from the downtown area of Dali, self-driving is the most convenient way, driving about 90 kilometers along National Highway 214 to reach Weibaoshan. The scenery along the way is picturesque, making it an excellent choice for a road trip. If self-driving is not an option, you can take a bus to Weishan County first, then transfer to a local minibus or take a taxi up the mountain. Although the transportation requires a change, the scenery along the way will fill the journey with anticipation. 🍲 Food recommendations: Weishan is not only charming for its landscapes but also unforgettable for its cuisine. While touring, why not try the local specialty snack - Weishan Yigen noodles, which are long and unbroken, symbolizing longevity; there is also Weishan Baba meat and rice noodles, soft and fragrant, an authentic delicacy not to be missed. Don't forget to look for those hidden gourmet shops in the alleys of the ancient city, where each dish carries the passion and craftsmanship of the people of Weishan. 🏞️ Nearby attractions: After visiting Weibaoshan, you might as well continue to explore the surrounding natural and cultural landscapes. The nearby Weishan Ancient Town, with its architectural style from the Ming and Qing dynasties, allows you to stroll on the ancient stone-paved roads and experience the comfort of a slow life. In addition, Donglianhuacun, as a historical and cultural village, attracts many tourists with its unique caravan culture and exquisite Islamic architecture. If you have a special fondness for natural landscapes, Shaxi Ancient Town and Erhai Lake are also choices not to be missed, as they will show you another side of Yunnan's tranquility and magnificence.

|One person Three days Two nights day!. Depart from Dali to Weishan, high-speed train ticket 22 yuan Exit the high-speed train station and take a sightseeing bus to the ancient city, 2 yuan Su Lao San's ancient noodles 10 yuan Nanzhao Museum 0 yuan Milk popsicle 3 yuan → Wooden horse carving (made two for 10 yuan → Fan Chen Courtyard (stayed for two nights) 72 yuan →→ Shang Shi Fresh Milk Bar (ate 3 double-skin milk puddings + 1 yogurt in two days for 20 yuan Chong Zheng Academy (or Pioneer Bookstore) 0 yuan → Crispy chestnut cake (11 pieces) 15 yuan Fan Ji Spicy House (a large plate for 17 yuan day Old Wang's river-crossing noodle threads 12 yuan Ancient city → Weibao Mountain bus round trip 16 yuan Weibao Mountain ticket 0 yuan Old town old street old place steamed dumplings 10 yuan day Fat girl rolled rice noodles 7 yuan