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Shaxi Ancient Town: Yunnan's Friday Market & Road Trip

RoadTrip to Tibet | EP1: From Dali to a Friday LOCAL MARKET in Shaxi, Yunnan

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RoadTrip to Tibet | EP1: From Dali to a Friday LOCAL MARKET in Shaxi, Yunnan

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Honglin Li2024-06-0916 min

Most of the time, Shaxi is a tranquil town nestled in Yunnan. After starting our journey from Dali, we arrived on Thursday. Every Friday, the weekly market transforms this ancient Tea Horse town, revealing a vibrant and lively side that contrasts with its usual serene charm. Join on our adventure, let's explore the Shaxi ancient town, our last stop in Dali. Location: Jianchuan County, Dali Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China, located between Lijiang Ancient Town and Dali Ancient Town

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June 9, 2024, Summer in China

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Shaxi Ancient Town: Yunnan's Friday Market & Road Trip

Most of the time, Shaxi is a tranquil town nestled in Yunnan. After starting our journey from Dali, we arrived on Thursday. Every Friday, the weekly market transforms this ancient Tea Horse town, revealing a vibrant and lively side that contrasts with its usual serene charm. Join on our adventure,...

Embark on a captivating road trip through Yunnan, China! This episode follows the journey from Dali to the enchanting Shaxi ancient town. Witness the transformation of this tranquil town into a bustling local market every Friday. Experience the vibrant culture and serene charm of Shaxi, a hidden gem nestled between Lijiang and Dali.

Attractions in this video: Shaxi Ancient Town, Ancient Tea Horse Road

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