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Yunnan · China
Step into the Foreigners' Street that is full of exotic flavors. European-style buildings stand along the street, and the aroma of coffee fills the air. Stroll leisurely to Fuxing Road. All kinds of special small shops are lined up one after another, like a treasure trove full of rare jewels.
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9 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Dali Ancient Town
Welcome to Dali Ancient Town, a place where history is not just found in books, but is etched into the very stone walls and cobblestone streets that surround you. While the current structure of the town dates back primarily to…
Listen in the app2The South Gate — Entering the Fortress
Our exploration begins at the South Gate, the most prominent and grandest entrance to the ancient city. The massive gate tower you see today is a reconstruction of the original Ming Dynasty fortifications, standing as a symbol of…
Listen in the app3Fuxing Road — The Arterial Heart
Walking north from the South Gate, we find ourselves on Fuxing Road, the main pedestrian artery of Dali Ancient Town. This street is a sensory kaleidoscope, lined with shops selling everything from traditional Bai tie-dye and…
Listen in the app4Wuhua Tower — The Landmark of the Kingdoms
Standing tall in the center of the ancient town is Wuhua Tower, the tallest and most recognizable landmark in Dali. The original tower was built in the year 856 during the Nanzhao Kingdom and served as a grand meeting hall for…
Listen in the app5Hong Long Jing — The Red Dragon Well Lane
Turning off the main road, we enter Hong Long Jing, or Red Dragon Well Lane. This is one of the most charming and picturesque streets in the ancient town, famous for the small, clear stream that runs along its length. …
Listen in the app6The Catholic Church — A Bai-Style Fusion
Tucked away in a small alley north of Wuhua Tower is one of Dali's most unique architectural surprises: the Catholic Church. Built in the 1920s by French missionaries, this structure is a fascinating example of cultural fusion. …
Listen in the app7Dali Municipal Museum — The Marshal’s Mansion
Located just south of Wuhua Tower is the Dali Municipal Museum, also known as the Grand Marshal's Mansion. This historic compound was once the residence of Du Wenxiu, the leader of the Panthay Rebellion in the mid-19th century. …
Listen in the app8Renmin Road and Foreigner Street — The Modern Crossroads
Our final stop is the area encompassing Renmin Road and 'Foreigner Street' (Huguo Road). These streets are the epicenter of Dali’s modern, international identity. …
Listen in the app9Closing
As we conclude our tour of Dali Ancient Town, we take a moment to reflect on the layers of history we have uncovered. We have walked the defensive walls of the Ming Dynasty, marveled at the royal legacy of the Wuhua Tower,…
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What is Dali Ancient?
Dali Ancient is a place in Yunnan · China with 9 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Yunnan · China |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 9 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 25.6955, 100.1603 |
| Last updated |
