Our Visit To The Chongsheng Temples Coincides With The Monks Prayer Session The entrance fee covers both the Three Pagodas park and the adjacent Chongsheng Temples. The entire park sits on the slopes of Cangshan mountains, otherwise known as the Jade Green Mountains. It's becoming apparent to us that these types of attractions in China have steep entry fees. This one was 120 yuan each. … [Read more...]
Dope Pushing Grannies of Dali
The first time you walk past the sweetest, wrinkled little old lady and she whispers to you ” you smoka the ganja” it will certainly take you by surprise! These ladies are referred to as the grannie dope pushers of Dali. You will likely be approached several times as you wander the streets. Don’t be insulted if you’re a bit older, consider yourself hip enough looking that you’ve been propositioned. Along with these grannies you will find several places that are referred to as "low key" Amsterdam style cafes where you can spend your days listening to Bob Marley tunes. … [Read more...]
Memorable Trip Around Lake Erhai
Erhai Lake, is named after its shape and expanse. "Er" in Chinese means a human ear and "Hai" means a sea. It is one of the seven biggest fresh water lakes in China and the 2nd largest highland lake at an elevation 1,972 meters. It is over 40 kms in length, 7 kms wide and 21 meters at it deepest point. … [Read more...]