Winter in Dali is back, and I really don't recommend going to Dali in January or February because...

Hey guys👫, if you want to visit Dali in January, make sure to save this guide! 🌤Weather and what to wear Dali is a bit cold in January, with an average daytime temperature of around 15°C and a nighttime low of 5°C. Bring a thick coat🧥, such as a down jacket or a windbreaker. When the sun is out during the day, wear a sweater and a scarf to stay warm and look good. Oh, and don't forget a hat and gloves, which will come in handy when it's windy. 🚗Transportation guide ✈️You can fly directly to Dali Fengyi Airport, and the airport bus can take you to various places in the city. It's very convenient. If you take the train, there are many trains to Dali Station, which is close to the ancient city. When traveling around Dali, renting a scooter🛵 is the best way to get around. You can go wherever you want and stop to enjoy the scenery whenever you want. If you want to go further, such as to Shuanglang, there are also special bus lines that cost only a few yuan. 🏠Accommodation recommendations 👉Dali Ancient City: If you want to experience the ancient charm, this is the place to stay. You can visit the night market and try some snacks, and when you're tired, you can walk back to your homestay. I recommend [specific homestay name], which has a cozy environment and affordable prices, around 200 yuan per night. 👉By Erhai Lake: If you like sea views, don't miss the sea view inns along the Shuanglang and Haidong lines. Open the curtains in the morning and enjoy the beautiful view of Erhai Lake😍. However, the prices are a bit high, with high-end inns costing around 1,000 yuan and budget inns costing around 500 yuan. 🍱Food guide 😋Crispy Baba: This is a signature dish of Dali, available in both sweet and savory flavors. The sweet rose filling is fragrant🌹, while the savory one is filled with minced meat and chopped green onions. The crust is crispy, and the filling is delicious. They cost 3 to 5 yuan each and are sold all over the ancient city. 🐟Sour and Spicy Fish: A Bai specialty, made with fish from Erhai Lake and stewed with sour papaya and other seasonings. The fish is tender, and the soup is sour and spicy, making it a great dish to go with rice. You can enjoy a satisfying meal at a local restaurant for around 50 yuan per person. 🥬Water Spinach: The name is interesting, and the taste is even better. It can be stir-fried or made into soup. It's tender and green, nutritious, and delicious, costing around 20 yuan per plate. 📸Attractions 📍Cangshan Mountain: Cangshan Mountain is covered in snow in January, making it look like a fairyland. Take the cable car up the mountain and enjoy the breathtaking scenery along the way. However, it's cold on the mountain, so make sure to dress warmly. The ticket and cable car cost around 300 yuan, which is definitely worth it. 📍Erhai Lake: Rent a car and drive around Erhai Lake. Shuanglang Ancient Town is artistic and romantic, and Xizhou Ancient Town has large rice fields (although they are not golden in January, they are still full of ancient charm). There are photo spots📷 all along the way. 📍Dali Ancient City: Stroll through the ancient city and visit Wuhua Tower and Foreigner Street. When the lights come on at night, the atmosphere is amazing, and it's free. 🎈Travel tips January is the off-season for tourism, so there are fewer people, beautiful scenery, and cheaper accommodation. But remember to check the weather forecast in advance☀️. If it's windy, the Cangshan cable car may be suspended. Also, the UV rays in Dali are strong, so make sure to reapply sunscreen regularly to avoid getting a tan. Pack your bags and set off for a wonderful journey in a windy place💕.