Couples visiting Dali should not miss this mountaintop church

In Dali, the most famous mountain is Cangshan, but the mountains that are more popular among young people for checking in are Zhemoshan and Yunxiangshan. Zhemoshan is closed in winter due to fire prevention, while Yunxiangshan has become the 'top stream' of Dali's 'mountain circle' during the winter and spring seasons. Yunxiangshan was originally a mountaintop villa area's real estate project, but because the slope facing Erhai Lake offers a view of half of Dali city and Erhai Lake, it has gradually become popular among young people in recent years. Additionally, the construction of Luji Park and the 'Cliff Chapel' has led more and more people in Dali and those visiting Dali to choose this place for photo ops. From Dali city area (Xiaguan) to Yunxiangshan, public transportation is not convenient, and it takes about 20 minutes by car. There is a parking lot on top, and during holiday peaks, there might be no parking spaces available, but usually, parking is not a problem most of the time. Photography at Yunxiangshan is beautiful, but the midday sunlight is strong, making it easy to overexpose photos. If possible, taking photos just after sunset is better, as they will have a special atmosphere. Yunxiangshan is not big, and you can almost see the whole area at a glance. However, if you want to take photos, there are a few spots that should not be missed. ⛪️ Cliff Chapel This is a must-visit spot for everyone who comes to Yunxiangshan, with the white triangular chapel looking particularly beautiful against the backdrop of the blue sky and Erhai Lake. Standing in front of the chapel or sitting on the edge of the chapel's platform for photos is especially beautiful. However, it is important to note that the wind here is very strong, so be careful when standing on the edge. 🚧 The passage and stairs in front of the coffee shop There is a passage from the coffee shop to the chapel, where you can take photos with Cangshan, Erhai Lake, and Dali city as the background. The same applies to the stairs. 🏕️ The grass slope next to Luji Coffee Shop On the grass slope next to the coffee shop, whether standing or sitting, with the rotating restaurant below and Erhai Lake as the background, it feels like being on top of the mountain. ⛲️ The large lawn at the entrance This is where many people took photos before Luji Park was built, with the lawn and benches making for a great photo spot. However, now the lawn is withered and yellow, looking a bit desolate. Overall, Yunxiangshan is definitely worth visiting for photography. Keep the following points in mind: 1⃣️ Try to avoid weekends, holidays, and other peak periods of visitor traffic 2⃣️ The best time for photography is the blue hour before and after sunset 3⃣️ The wind is strong on the mountain, so be careful when taking photos 4⃣️ During the fire prevention season, do not smoke on the lawn or other areas