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The Bai architecture and culture will fascinate the traveler. This stop in Xizhou is one not to be left unexplored! Here you can see the lovely traditional clothes of the Bai ethnic minority, fairytale dances, decorative architectures, magnificent festivals and wonderful handicrafts. Xizhou is 13 kilometers (8.08 miles) away from the Bai residences in Dali City. Yan's Compound covers an area of about 3,066 square meters (0.76 acres), and was built around the 1920's. The compound is divided into four parts and all parts are cleverly linked together. After visiting this impressive compound, one will understand and admire its magnificence and the Bai people's architectural gifts. According to the tradition of Bai-style architecture, the screen wall should face east in order to make use of the early morning sun and reflect the light into the inner rooms. Additionally, the screen wall, adorned with elaborate calligraphy and paintings, is considered as a talisman; the Bai people believe it brings good blessings. Walking inside, one will see the second and then the third parts. Each of the parts is enclosed by four houses with four small rooms built between each of the houses; a unique architectural style in Dali called "sihe wutianjing". "Sandaocha" is a traditional regional tea ceremony consisting of three unique tea flavors. The host begins by presenting a bitter tea which stands for the hardships in life. Then, a sweet tea of sesame and walnut symbolic of happiness in life is presented.
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