Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture lies in central-western Yunnan Province, at the junction of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau and the Hengduan Mountains. It borders Chuxiong to the east, Pu'er and Lincang to the south, Baoshan and Nujiang to the west, and Lijiang to the north. Covering approximately 29,500 square kilometers, it is home to about 3.3 million permanent residents, with the Bai ethnic group accounting for over one-third of the population. Dali enjoys a low-latitude plateau monsoon climate, with an average annual temperature of around 15°C. Known as the "Geneva of the East," the region features mild seasonal variations and distinct wet and dry periods. Its iconic natural landmarks include the Cangshan Mountains and Erhai Lake, complemented by cultural treasures such as Dali Old Town, the Three Pagodas of Chongsheng Temple, and Xizhou Ancient Town. As the transportation hub and tourism center of western Yunnan, Dali holds titles including "National Historic and Cultural City," "National Scenic Area," and "China's Most Charming City." Here, snow-capped mountains mirror lakes, ancient towns blend with farmland, and tradition harmonizes with modernity — freedom is the most captivating color of Dali.