Dali
Located between
Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake,
Dali is a legendary backpackers paradise
famous for its cafes and guesthouses
where the China traveler can relax
with a cold beer, great tunes, and
a cheap lodging. Aside from being
a backpacker paradise, the city has
a long history dating back some 1000
years, during which it was the capital
of Nanzhao Kingdom during the Tang
Dynasty. The area is famous for its
natural beauty and the ethnic culture
of the Bai people.
One thing to bear in mind
when traveling here, is that the Dali
travelers arrive in from Kunming is
not the same Dali renowned as a backpakers
getaway. In fact, the bus from Kunming
arrives in a town known as Dali City,
a local administrative municipality
that is officially known as Xiaguan.
Therefore, our coverage of Dali includes
both Xiaguan and the ancient city
of Dali (known as Dali Gucheng), where
most travelers head straight for.
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