Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas | A must-see attraction in Dali

|||The Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple are located west of Cangshan Mountain and east of Erhai Lake. The pagodas are marked by the passage of time, standing tall between Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. The Three Pagodas are a landmark of Dali, and a national 5A tourist attraction that combines the scenery of Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake, Buddhist culture, and historical sites. 🪞The main pagoda, Qianxun Pagoda, is a 16-story square hollow brick pagoda with dense eaves. It was built in the Tang Dynasty. The pagoda is spindle-shaped, with smooth lines, and is elegant and simple. 🪞The two smaller pagodas to the north and south are 10-story octagonal brick pagodas with dense eaves. They were added in the Song Dynasty. The pagodas have conical outlines, and the pagoda bodies are decorated with various pagoda-shaped niches, lotus flowers, and pilasters, which are light and gorgeous. 💕The Three Pagodas and Chongsheng Temple are both worth visiting, especially for those who love ancient architecture. This is a must-see attraction. 📍Navigation: Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture 🎫Tickets: CNY 75/person + one-way/round-trip sightseeing bus 🚗Transportation: Self-driving/taxi/tuk-tuk 🍲Food: Vegetarian meals available 📷Route: Pagoda Square ➡️ Pagoda Area ➡️ Cultural Relics Exhibition Hall ➡️ Nanzhao Jianji Bell Tower ➡️ Yutong Guanyin Hall ➡️ Chongsheng Temple Gate ➡️ Bhaisajyaguru Hall ➡️ God of Wealth Hall ➡️ Heavenly King Hall ➡️ Maitreya Hall ➡️ Guanyin Hall ➡️ Mahavira Hall ➡️ Nine Dragons Bathing the Buddha ➡️ Cihang Pudu Guanyin Pavilion ⚠️This route covers the main attractions of the scenic area. Follow the listed attractions to avoid missing any. 🪞Three Pagodas Square: Take panoramic photos of the Three Pagodas from the front. 🪞Pagoda Area: Get a close-up view of the Three Pagodas. 🪞Nanzhao Jianji Bell Tower: Go upstairs to take panoramic photos of the Three Pagodas from the back. 🍚Vegetarian meals: Breakfast: 8:00–9:30, CNY 10/person Lunch: 11:30–13:00, CNY 20/person Dinner: 17:30–18:30, CNY 20/person 💕Tips: 🪞Enter the temple through the left gate and exit through the right gate. Do not walk through the middle gate or step on the threshold. 🪞There is only one small shop inside. You can bring your own water and food. 🪞Sightseeing buses are optional. The sightseeing bus includes a tour guide.