Milan Kundera once said: Live elsewhere. This sentence has been regarded as a creed of life by countless people and put it into practice. Here, this other place is particularly important. It must be a place where you can calm down and fade away from impetuosity. However, you seem to have forgotten everything in an instant just to meet it.

A hasty encounter a few years ago made me fall in love with Dali and never forget it. In my dream, I have returned here countless times and returned to the winding mountain roads of the ancient city. There are birds singing and fragrant flowers, and the lively scenery is still as usual. The sun caresses every inch of my skin with infinite gentleness. There is a large sea of flowers in the distance, and the clouds under the blue sky are like big marshmallows.

Different people have completely different feelings about Dali. Some people think that Dali is just a station, not as amazing as Lijiang. My love for Dali is a kind of emotion. This emotion comes from the bottom of my heart, which is hard to describe in words. From the moment I left, I had a strong urge to return here, to the dream home of all "wanderers", this poetic habitat.

There is no other place that can give me such a strong sense of "retreat". Only by experiencing the hustle and bustle of the world can you feel that this tranquility is so precious. I finally understood why so many people were willing to give up everything in the big city and come here to rebuild their own homes, and never cared about the world anymore.

From the first time we met to a period of time wasted here every year. The days here are quiet and plain and have never changed. I want to stay indifferent to the years, even if I sit at the window and quietly look at the clouds. Occasionally, a few birds fly by in the sky, and occasionally, the wind blows and rubs my hair. It is a kind of happiness.

Hey, Dali, long time no see, how have you been?

Over the years, I have measured many places with my footsteps,

But like the mountain wind blowing for hundreds of thousands of miles,

My favorite thing is still you.

I love you about this,

You never need a sense of ritual,

You are my highest ideal,

It is my poem and distance.

Spring water is beginning to rise, spring forest is beginning to flourish, spring flowers are ten miles...

In fact, not just spring,

Your four seasons are all an ocean of flowers.

You have the elegance of mountains and seas, the authenticity of life,

At this moment,"Facing the sea, the flowers bloom in warm spring" is no longer just a poem,

It's my life right now.

Memories are like storytellers,

In a tone full of local accents,

And you are the indispensable part.

Your historical story, which has lasted for thousands of years,

Endless years and slow times,

They have become the most beautiful memories in my heart.

Ancient Town: A Place of Happiness in the World

Ancient town,

You are a beautiful prose poem,

Each brick and one mile,

They are all thousands of years of circulation.

1. Dali ancient city

Like a lover I have met for a long time, Dali welcomed my arrival again with the scorching sunshine, intoxicated by this sudden surprise, and the feelings in my heart began to roll.

I have come to Dali every year in recent years. Even if it is so frequent, I still feel that the ancient city has changed a lot. Many shops in my memory have disappeared, which makes me a little sad.

However, this thousand-year-old city still has its special charm. Too many people travel thousands of miles and want to see its style. Walking in the streets and alleys of the ancient city, you feel not only the rich historical atmosphere, but also the unparalleled tranquility.

The ancient city walls, the smooth stone roads, and the shops are lined up one after another. The shops are filled with a dazzling array of handicrafts, various snacks hawked along the street, and young men and women who are dressed in style and carrying various bags, all of which are full of fireworks.

This is an ancient city where people live. It is also the place where many people's dreams begin and a home where their hearts rest. During the day, I walked through every deep alley in the ancient city, looking at the green-tiled houses and mottled walls, then went to a spacious courtyard, ordered a cup of hot tea or coffee, and enjoyed the passage of time.

When the lanterns are first turned on, take a walk on the People's Road in the ancient city. The wind is gentle at night, and you will have the idea of happiness when you walk up the People's Road in the evening.

This street running from east to west is not long, but it used to attract backpackers from all over the world. Slowly moving up from Erhaimen towards Cangshan Gate, stalls selling various small items can be seen everywhere, and intermittent singing can be heard from time to time.

Now, there are no more stalls on Renmin Road, and there are not many tourists, making it a little deserted, which makes people feel moved. Over the years, I have seen its glory and its depression. I can't go back for many days, but this street is still my favorite.

2. Xizhou Ancient Town

Xizhou Ancient Town, I remember visiting it more than once. Different from other towns in Dali known for their beautiful scenery, the most charming thing about Xizhou Ancient Town is its strong humanistic atmosphere.

It is a thousand-year-old town left behind by Nanzhao Ancient City. It is bordered by Erhai Lake in the east and Cangshan Mountain in the west. It is solemn, dense, yet light and spiritual. Even Mr. Lao She said that this is a miracle place.

There are all kinds of old houses in the ancient town, whether in terms of culture, architecture, style, etc., all have distinctive and strong Bai characteristics. It is far away from the hustle and bustle and has a peaceful and peaceful atmosphere, which is what I like.

There are most elderly people in Xizhou Ancient Town, and many of them will put some handicrafts on their doorstep and sell them to tourists. Everything makes people feel as if they have returned to the distant past.

Walking on the simple streets of Xizhou and looking at the age-old and mottled soil walls, I seemed to see the long-lost rural life again. Xizhou Yuanlou is a landmark building in the ancient town, and many young people like to come here to take photos.