Located at the northwest of the Yunnan Province, away 300 kilo-meters from northwest of Kunming, Dali City is the economic and cultural center of the Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture. The area is surrounded by mountains on the east, west, and south, and has the Erhai Lake in its center. Here you will find 25 ethnic minorities, which have created a unique cultural heritage amidst the area's picturesque surroundings.
Under so peaceful and beautiful environment, local life is so peaceful and leisure. Most of the incomes are come from the tourism and almost everyone engaged in this industry to meet their daily request. Crafts and culture also are well-developed under the trend of tourism.
Throughout years of development, local endeavors for advancement have been rewarded with a great rise in area living standards. Nowadays, Dali is a tourist destination replete with every convenience in transportation and public facilities, making it accessible for visitors from home and abroad. Meanwhile, as the result or facility of developed tourism, Dali has become into an enthralling mix of modern and old and is prosperous but also tranquil. The nightlife in Dali is always fascinating and colorful.
Nightlife in Dali City's New District (Xiaguan) is centered mainly in the square before the bus station on Jianshe Road. In addition to Karaoke, cinemas, and discos, the square is also a wonderful place to dance with people of many different cultural origins or to enjoy local opera. The open-air squares provide visitors with an intimate connection with Dali. Visitors may also choose to spend a serene evening in Dali's Old City. Many Westerners gather in Foreigner Street’s numerous cafes and pubs. That is how the street got its famous name.