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Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town|The Last Poetic Autumn Scenery of the Ancient Tea Horse Road, The Pinnacle of Slow Life

【Exploring Shaxi】 📍Address: Shaxi Ancient Town, Jianchuan County, Dali Prefecture, Yunnan Province (about 100 km from Dali) 🚗 Transportation suggestion: About 2 hours by self-driving or carpool Stroll through the last living fossil village on the Ancient Tea Horse Road This is the filming location of "To the Windy Place" Hiding the most beautiful autumn in all of Yunnan~ 🍂 When you see: - Golden ginkgo leaves covering the ancient market - Morning mist surrounding Yujin Bridge - Caravan bells left on the stone-paved road You have arrived at the peak moment of Yunnan’s autumn scenery! This is a true time museum: ✓ The best-preserved Tea Horse Road market town ✓ A rustic ancient town far from commercialization ✓ Gently awakened every day by morning mist and sunlight ✓ Even the wind carries the taste of stories 📸 Recommended photo spots: 1️⃣ Yujin Bridge morning mist (must get up early!) 2️⃣ Corner of the ancient theater stage (stunning light and shadow) 3️⃣ Red walls on Sideng Street (most photogenic) 4️⃣ Ouyang Courtyard gate tower (full of ancient charm) 💡 Travel tips: ✓ Best season: September to November (autumn!!) ✓ Dress suggestion: ancient style/forest style for better photos ✓ Must experience: sit under the ancient tree and have a cup of tea~
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