[2025 Jianchuan Stay] Travel Guide for Yundu Shaxi Courtyard (Updated Apr)

Jianchuan Yundu Shaxi Courtyard, a Zen residence hidden in the ancient town of the Tea Horse Road for thousands of years, perfectly integrates simplicity and modernity, nature and humanity, providing a haven for tired travelers to rest their souls. The courtyard is transformed from traditional Bai ethnic dwellings, retaining the original wood and earth structure, blue tiles and white walls, and carved doors and windows, which are simple and elegant. At the same time, the designer cleverly incorporates modern elements, such as large floor-to-ceiling windows, simple lines, and comfortable furniture, creating a warm and stylish space. The courtyard has more than ten guest rooms, which are spacious and well-lit. The wooden floors and furniture exude a natural atmosphere. The bedding is comfortable and soft, and the bathroom facilities are complete. Some rooms also have bathtubs and balconies with panoramic views, where you can enjoy the scenery of the ancient town and the distant mountains. The courtyard's restaurant serves authentic Bai ethnic cuisine, with fresh ingredients and exquisite cooking. Breakfast is in the form of a buffet, with a rich variety of local specialties such as Ersi and rice noodles, as well as Western-style bread and coffee. Lunch and dinner can be ordered à la carte, and it is recommended to try Bai ethnic spicy and sour fish, Rushan, ham and other specialties. The courtyard has leisure spaces such as a tea room, a book bar, and a yoga room, where guests can enjoy tea, read, meditate, and relax. In addition, the courtyard also provides bicycle rental, hiking route recommendations and other services to facilitate guests to explore the surrounding scenery. Shaxi Ancient Town is an important post on the Tea Horse Road, and still retains complete historical sites such as the ancient opera stage, Xingjiao Temple, and Yujin Bridge. Strolling on the bluestone-paved streets is like traveling back to the prosperous times of thousands of years ago. In addition, there are natural landscapes such as Shibao Mountain and Jianhu Lake in the surrounding area, which are worth a visit.

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Take a morning stroll along the Hehui River And step into a Chinese landscape painting Mountains, villages, ancient bridges, withered trees, and birds Slowly emerge from the mist Clouds drift, water flows Walk the ancient town's stone roads again and again Yellow walls, gray tiles, and flying eaves Are the colors and textures of a thousand years of history Telling the story of the Tea Horse Road Find a courtyard you like Bask in the sun, drink tea, watch fish, and daydream Swim freely with the koi fish and enjoy the slow life Feel the nourishment of nature In Shaxi, time passes slowly You can feel the movement of light and shadow But it also passes quickly, and every moment is precious So every journey is a relaxed and cherished experience "Light a fire with a sunstone, and the koi fish wind will blow away the dust" I hope everyone has a smooth, safe, and free new year

| A relaxing vacation in a Song Dynasty aesthetic courtyard. Clouds cross the Shaxi River, who will sit with me? Breeze and sunshine Return to Shaxi on the first day of the new year In a quiet habitat, you can better start the new year. The bleakness of winter seems to be halved when it comes to Shaxi A few plum branches, a few bamboo poles, a few pine trees Birds chirp and peck at the persimmons on the tree🍅 The bustle adds a bit of warmth Yundu is hidden in the alley The towering ancient trees and the firecracker flowers shade the door head There is a sense of mystery in the simple atmosphere Different from the traditional courtyard design of three courtyards and one screen wall The courtyard is deep, with a different view at every step, light and elegant There is a bit of Jiangnan charm A pond was built in the most prominent position in the courtyard. The koi here are particularly lively and friendly to people. The pond is as green as a mirror, and koi fish swim in the waves Now it becomes concrete I chose the [Xianchen] on the second floor. It has its own small balcony, open the curtains to see the courtyard view The living room is spacious and also equipped with a small desk The simple and elegant flower vase and the wintersweet complement each other Drink tea, plant flowers, make incense, hang paintings Nothing goes wrong in this space White porcelain tea sets, Raven’s custom drip coffee, local Pu’er tea, azure bathrobes, Appelles’ wood-based toiletries Obviously, the boss not only has a good taste in life We also hope that tourists can experience the same quality of life in Shaxi. Make a pot of tea, sit on the small terrace and bask in the sun I feel like a little fairy The wind brings the sounds of nature and the scent of tea🍵 The blue sky and white clouds are all in sight, and the green mountains are in the distance. There is no adjective for the happiness that fills my heart at this moment~ The Heihui River has entered its dry season The morning sun moves to the river and the village, and there is still a thin mist. In the afternoon, ducks swim in groups in the underground river In the evening, the shepherd drove the well-fed sheep home. It seems that the scenery changes with the seasons, but the pace of life here never changes This is probably why we keep coming back to Shaxi❤️

Day 1: All over the country ✈️ Dali 🏨: Alisa Secret Garden B&B 🌟 recommended, a very beautiful hotel with very good service, very attentive. Day 2: Dali Make flower cakes ➡️ Climb Lingjiu Mountain ➡️ Visit the Three Pagodas Scenic Area ➡️ Walk along Erhai Lake ➡️ Dali Blanket Factory Art Museum (located in Dali Ancient City) ➡️ Stroll around Dali Ancient City, a busy and fulfilling day is over. 🏨: Same as above Day 3: Dali Tie-dye experience ➡️ Stroll around Xizhou Ancient Town Recommended flower cakes from Shihuaji in Xizhou Ancient Town, better than Jiahua, not so sweet. 🏨: Same as above 🍽️: Aishan Jun Guoguo (a restaurant near the ancient city, not recommended, the service is not good, no one cares after serving the dishes.) Day 4: Dali 🚗 Shaxi Erhai Corridor (worth visiting, every shop here is designed with its own characteristics, with lots of greenery, very beautiful) 🍽️: Zhouyu's Fish (the fish here is very fresh, but we are not used to the sauce, the scenery is very good, facing Erhai Lake) 🏨: Jianchuan Yundu Shaxi Bieyuan 🌟 recommended, the Bieyuan is very quaint and unique, the receptionist is very nice and makes you feel at home, and will drive a tricycle to the entrance of the village to pick us up. The breakfast is also very good. Day 5: Shaxi - Lijiang Yujin Bridge (go early to see the morning mist) ➡️ Stroll around Shaxi ➡️ Xianfeng Bookstore (I also bought my favorite Wacat in Shaxi, the owner is very Buddhist, when I walked into the store, the owner was very enthusiastic to introduce me to the history and use of Wacat. When I asked how much it was, the owner said, "I don't often have people come into this store, I can't remember how much it is, I see you really like it, I'll give it to you." I only paid after my insistence.) 🏨: InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort 🌟 recommended, the park is very large, you need to take a shuttle bus Day 6: Baisha Ancient Town & Yuhu Village - Longnv Lake Stroll around Baisha Ancient Town, there are many interesting shops, and fresh milk is sold, you must try it, it is very fragrant and sweet. 🏨: Same as above 🍽️ Yunxueli Restaurant: The bubble tea is delicious, the other dishes are average 🍽️ In the hotel: We bought a two-person meal, the rice noodles and stone pot tofu are delicious! Day 7: Lijiang Ancient City Watch Lijiang Eternal Love at night Day 8: Blue Moon Valley & Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (must be booked in advance) Day 9: Other activities Day 10: Lijiang ✈️ All over the country

Yundu Shaxi Bieyuan is a guesthouse in Shaxi Ancient Town, Jianchuan County, Dali, Yunnan. It combines ancient charm with modern comfort. Environment and facilities: The guesthouse is converted from a courtyard. It has few rooms, but they are spacious and comfortable. The courtyard has a fish pond and is surrounded by greenery and flowers. The public area is elegant and perfect for reading or enjoying tea. Service experience: The staff will contact you on WeChat in advance, provide navigation, and help you carry your luggage to the designated location. The guesthouse also offers a complimentary afternoon tea. Dining: Breakfast includes Chinese and Western options, and all are delicious. There are also restaurants nearby, such as Chujian Shaxi, that are worth a try. Nearby attractions: The guesthouse is conveniently located near the ancient theater, Xianfeng Bookstore, and other attractions. A stroll through the ancient town after dinner is a great way to relax.

Shaxi Ancient Town was once an important post on the Tea Horse Road, and the journey there twists and turns eighteen times over, truly a hidden gem nestled in the mountains. Its seclusion is precisely why it remains so serene and authentic, preserving the original charm of the ancient tea horse town. Accommodation: Jiandian Yundu Shaxi Courtyard The guesthouse is peacefully situated amidst the hustle and bustle, and I am very satisfied with its facilities. I love the large courtyard; sitting there in the afternoon, having tea and basking in the sun, I don't feel like moving at all. The rice noodles for breakfast are also delicious. Itinerary: 1️⃣ Stroll around the ancient town, which is small and exquisite, and can be explored in about half a day 2️⃣ Watch the sunset at Yujin Bridge 3️⃣ Take a walk or daydream in the town after dinner, enjoying the tranquility of the night after the tourists have left. With some luck, you might even see a sky full of stars 4️⃣ Pioneer Bookstore, known as the 'most beautiful rural bookstore'. Since it's a distance from the town, you can rent an electric bike and ride through the countryside

| A truly windy courtyard. Summer rainy season is here, I love the alternating sunny and rainy weather in Shaxi It has a unique taste of the Jiangnan water town But it's different from the delicacy of Jiangnan, Shaxi will have some rough feelings, that is close to the feeling of nature itself There are also many design hotels in Shaxi Yundu is my favorite reserved place Every time a guest says recommend Shaxi accommodation, I am willing to recommend here, I like any architectural space that pays attention to details Every monthly business trip to Shaxi is a win-win journey It seems that I have to go to Shaxi at the end of the month, but I have already started looking forward to it