Mount Jizu is one of the five famous Chinese Buddhist mountains, which against the northwest and facing the southeast. There are three peaks in front and one at back. When you come to study in China, you will be told the name comes from its shape like the foot if chicken. This mountain enjoys a quite reputation at China and even Southeast Asia. It is also a famous place know for its scenery and historical relics. Those who study in China should know that it is located in the Northwest of Binchuan County, about 30 kilometers away from county and 100 kilometers away from Dali.

Most foreigners who are learning Chinese in China are attracted by the 40 wonderful hills, 30 high peaks, 34 cliffs and 45 caves. It is said that the first scholar of Sakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism, taught sutra here. Then, people regarded it as the sacred Buddhist land. Some students come to study in China are told that there were more than 5000 monks and 108 monasteries at its peak time. The highest point is 3240 meters. The famous traveler Xu Xiake in Ming Dynasty ever praised it in his book.