Midu

Midu County is located in the western part of Yunnan Province, China, in the southeastern part of Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture. It is a region with a long history and rich culture. Here is some basic information about Midu: • Geography and Area: Midu County covers an area of 1,523 square kilometers and is located in the southeastern part of Dali Prefecture in the western Yunnan Plateau. It borders Xiangyun and Nanhua counties to the east, Jingdong and Nanjian counties to the south, Weishan County to the west, and Dali City to the north. • Population and Ethnic Groups: As of 2023, Midu County has a total population of approximately 320,000, with 6 towns and 2 townships. It is home to 23 ethnic groups, including Han, Yi, Bai, Hui, and Wa, with ethnic minorities accounting for 11.27% of the total population. • History and Culture: Midu has a long history and is one of the cradles of human civilization. It was inhabited by early humans as far back as the Paleolithic era. Midu was the ancient capital of the Bai Kingdom and is one of Yunnan Province's 59 revolutionary old districts. It is known as the "Hometown of Lanterns," "Famous Cultural City," and "Hometown of Folk Songs." Midu folk songs and lantern opera are national intangible cultural heritage, with famous songs like "Xiao He Tang Shui," "Shi Da Jie," "Xiu He Bao," and "Midu Mountain Song" gaining international recognition. • Natural Scenery and Climate: Midu boasts beautiful scenery and a pleasant climate, belonging to the mid-subtropical monsoon climate zone. The annual average temperature is 17.3°C, and the average annual rainfall is 824.4 mm. It is known for its mild winters and cool summers, earning the reputation of "weather like March all year round, flowers blooming in all seasons." • Economy and Resources: Midu has fertile land and abundant resources. Its agriculture produces rice, corn, wheat, and economic crops like tobacco, vegetables, and fruits. The mineral resources, especially in Jinbaoshan and Jiudingshan, are rich, with Jinbaoshan's platinum-palladium metal reserves reaching 45 tons, making it a large-scale mine. • Transportation: Midu, historically known as the "throat of the six zhaos," is a major transportation hub leading to western Yunnan and Southeast Asia.