Identify dale in the book hobbit?

In J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Hobbit," Dale is a human settlement located near the Lonely Mountain (Erebor). It was a prosperous city of men that thrived under the protection of the dwarves until Smaug the dragon attacked, leading to its destruction. After the dragon's defeat, Dale is later rebuilt and becomes a significant center of trade and culture in the region. The story highlights the importance of Dale as a symbol of resilience and recovery following devastation.