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Yunnan Shaxi Ancient Town Autumn Secret Realm|The Amber of Time Lost on the Tea Horse Road

Xi, the ultimate autumn scenery in Yunnan🍂 A secluded ancient village on the Tea Horse Road Like amber forgotten by time✨ 🏮The world's only surviving ancient market Preserved here in its entirety Address: Shaxi Town, 30 km south of Jianchuan County, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province Best time to visit: September to November (the most beautiful autumn colors) Possibly Yunnan's only remaining slow-paced secret realm Starting from Dali🚗 100 km (about 2.5 hours by car) You can reach this hidden paradise 🌫️Away from the world's hustle and bustle, it quietly guards the ancient land Every cobblestone tells a thousand-year story Every ray of morning light warms the hearts of visitors Shaxi Special A poem left behind by the Tea Horse Road Morning mist gently kisses Yujin Bridge As if you can hear the bells of the caravan drifting in the wind🎐 📺 Filming location of "To the Place with Wind" Showcasing Yunnan's most original and pure appearance Strolling on the cobblestone road Feels like stepping into an ink painting 💫 Guide to a secluded life: ✔️ Wake up early to see the morning mist at Yujin Bridge ✔️ Spend a whole afternoon daydreaming in the teahouse at Sifang Street ✔️ Experience traditional black pottery making ✔️ Taste authentic local milk curd from street vendors Here Time becomes slow and gentle Amid nature and everyday life Find the beautiful balance of living
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