Butterfly Spring Park / 蝴蝶泉公园
Located at the foot of Cangshan Mountain's Yunlong Peak, this scenic area is famous for the legend of butterfly gatherings and the classic film 'Five Golden Flowers.' Features a clear spring, ancient trees, butterfly museum, and Bai cultural exhibits.
Category
Nature
Why Visit
- Unique natural phenomenon where butterflies gather around the spring. Beautiful Bai love legend associated with the site. Features butterfly breeding center and museum.
Suggested Duration
1–2 Hours
Best Visiting Time
Mid-April to late May (butterfly season). September–October for pleasant weather.
Suitable For
- Families with children, nature lovers, couples, photographers
Tips
- Best butterfly viewing in April–May. The park includes Butterfly World and Butterfly Museum. Combine with nearby Zhoucheng Village for a half-day trip.
Admission Type
Paid Ticket
Reservation Required
No
Price Estimates
Peak Season (Mar–Oct): ~55 RMB
Off-Season (Nov–Feb): ~40 RMB
Children under 6/1.2m and Seniors 70+: Free
Opening Hours
08:30–18:00 (17:00 stop entry)
Holidays: 07:00–18:30
Address (English & Chinese)
Zhoucheng Village, North of Xizhou Town, Dali City, Yunnan Province, China (Under Yunlong Peak of Cangshan Mountain)
云南省大理市喜洲镇周城村北1公里处（苍山云弄峰下）
More in Dali / 大理
Attraction
Shuanglang Ancient Town / 双廊古镇
Attraction
Zhoucheng Tie-Dye Village / 周城扎染村
Attraction
Dali Old Town / 大理古城
Attraction
Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils Film City / 天龙八部影视城
Attraction
Nanzhao Custom Island / 南诏风情岛
Attraction
Wuhua Tower / 五华楼
Attraction
Zhangjia Garden / 张家花园
Attraction
Cangshan Mountain / 苍山
Attraction
Erhai Lake / 洱海
Attraction
Little Putuo Island / 小普陀
Attraction
Foreigner Street (Yangren Jie) / 洋人街
Attraction
Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple / 崇圣寺三塔文化旅游区
Attraction
Haishe Ecological Park / 海舌生态公园
Attraction
Jizhao Nunnery / 寂照庵
Attraction
Xizhou Ancient Town / 喜洲古镇
Attraction