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Dali Ancient Town · Living Heritage Towns

Bai culture capital and backpacker hub with Cangshan Mountain backdrop. Key experiences include the Three Pagodas, Erhai Lake, Foreigner Street, and marble shopping. A major tourist destination with solid infrastructure.

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Best season: Spring
Difficulty: 5
Region: China, Yunnan

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