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#Lijiang Ancient City Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Yunnan Travel, the ultimate guide for the whole network
🎈In the scorching summer, looking for a place to escape the heat and travel🚶? Yunnan is a great choice🤩!
Here you will find the landscapes that people yearn for😍~
Peaceful Erhai Lake, cool Lugu Lake,
Pristine Blue Moon Valley, sacred Jade Dragon Snow Mountain,
And the lively Lijiang, romantic Dali,
Each place is as picturesque as a poem🤗!
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😜Below is a share of the travel tips for Yunnan📒~
💞1. Clothing advice
Due to the large temperature difference between day and night in Yunnan, remember to bring T-shirts, shirts, and a light jacket👕,
Add clothes in the morning and evening, and you can take them off at noon~
Bright dresses👗 look better in photos,
Match them with comfortable sneakers or casual shoes🥿, convenient for walking~
Remember to do sun protection🌞!
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✳️2. Transportation guide
Direct flights to Kunming Changshui Airport are cheaper✈, and also convenient for transfers~
You can take the subway in the city🚇, and trains or high-speed trains outside the city🚄,
Taxis or buses are also very convenient🚕~
🔰3. Tour routes 2
📍1. Various places - Kunming
Stay in hotels in Guandu District or Wuhua District for convenient transportation🚇~
When resting, you can go to Guandu Ancient Town or Jinma Biji Square,
Try the local snacks😋~
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📍2. Kunming - Stone Forest Scenic Area - Chuxiong
Check out the unique karst landforms🧐,
Go to the Yi Ancient Town at night, eat wild mushroom hot pot🥘,
Watch the Yi ethnic dance performance💃~
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📍3. Chuxiong - Dali Ancient City - Foreigner Street - Osprey Show - Jeep Tour around the Lake - Internet-famous Flower Sea - Dali
Take a jeep or yacht to tour around Erhai Lake🚤, take photos at internet-famous spots📸~
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📍4. Dali - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain - Glacier Cableway - Lishui Jinsha - Lijiang Ancient City - Lijiang
To go up to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, you need to take the cableway🚠,
Don't be fooled by other routes~
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📍5. Lijiang - Shuhe Ancient Town - Lashi Lake - Lijiang
Feel the tranquility in Shuhe Ancient Town🤫,
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lashi Lake🤩~
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📍6. Lijiang - Pudacuo - Dukezong Ancient City - Shangri-La
Explore the mystery of Pudacuo🤔,
Experience the charm of Dukezong Ancient City~
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📍7. Shangri-La - Tiger Leaping Gorge - Lijiang
Experience the thrilling excitement of Tiger Leaping Gorge🦁,
This is an unforgettable hiking trip~
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📍8. Lijiang - Lugu Lake Scenic Area - Stay at Lugu Lake
Lugu Lake is known as the 'Oriental Daughter's Country'🏯,
The scenery and customs here are very unique~
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📍9. Lugu Lake - Liwubi Island - Lake Tour
📍10. Home
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❤Tips: Yunnan attractions are quite scattered🤔, it is more convenient to join a local tour group👍,
There are pick-up services + accommodation + transportation + tickets🎫,
The average cost for a 10-day tour is about 1500 RMB💰, which is cost-effective,
And you don't have to worry about the itinerary🤗~
Yunnan Travel Guide | Yunnan Travel Instant Understanding Map | Yunnan Practical Guide Inventory
👭Go to Yunnan once, to appreciate the beautiful scenery of nature, to experience different ethnic customs🎉, to the sacred Tibetan area of Shangri-La, to see cattle and sheep running🐑, vast grasslands; to the ancient stone streets of Lijiang ancient city, to listen to the sound of small bridges and flowing water, ㊙️ to explore the stories hidden in the corners; 🌊 to the Cangshan Erhai in Dali, to see the wind, flowers, snow and moon, as if in a paradise.
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🌈Essential attractions
✅Yubeng: Paradise on the left, Yubeng on the right, suitable for novice hikers
✅Dianchi: Yunnan's largest freshwater lake, a good place to watch seagulls
✅Stone Forest: A spectacular karst landscape, very spectacular
✅Kunming Old Street: The most historical block in Kunming city
✅Guandu Ancient Town: One of the famous historical and cultural ancient towns
✅Dukezong Ancient City: Experience the horse gang culture of walking through the streets and alleys
✅Meili Snow Mountain: You can see the beautiful scenery of sunrise on the golden mountain
✅Songzanlin Temple: A sacred place, known as the 'Little Potala Palace'
✅Tiger Leaping Gorge: One of the deepest gorges in China
✅Pudacuo National Park: A truly unpolluted fairy tale world
✅Starlight Night Market: Asia's largest night market, a good place for Dai ethnic group photos
✅Manting Park: The royal garden of the ancient Dai royal family
✅Dai Ethnic Garden: Dai culture display, water splashing activities
✅Wild Elephant Valley: The only place in China with wild elephants
✅Lijiang Ancient City: World Cultural Heritage ancient capital, 'City of Romance'
✅Shuhe Ancient Town: A leisurely and quiet ancient town, suitable for relaxation
✅Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: A magical gift from nature, the cradle of Naxi love
✅Blue Moon Valley: The water is green, a beautiful scene with a built-in filter
✅Lugu Lake: A beautiful scene of water and sky, known as the 'Oriental Women's Kingdom'
✅Erhai: Sunshine, blue sky, Erhai, charming scenery
✅Dali Ancient City: Experience the slow life of literature and art, quiet and romantic
✅Shuanglang Ancient Town: The essence of Dali's scenery is in Erhai, and the essence of Erhai's scenery is here
✅Cangshan: One of Dali's famous 'Wind, Flower, Snow and Moon' four scenes
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💯Yunnan 5-day route
🔥Yubeng hiking 5 days:
D1️⃣: All over the country--Lijiang
D2️⃣: Lijiang Ancient City-Xiaozhongdian Grassland-Moon Bay-Feilai Temple
D3️⃣: Feilai Temple-Sunrise on the Golden Mountain-Xidang-Nanzheng Pass-Yubeng Village
D4️⃣: Yubeng Village-Seabuckthorn Forest-Xiaonong Base Camp-Ice Lake-Return the same way
D5️⃣: Yubeng Village-Primitive Forest-Pilgrimage Camp-God Waterfall-Return the same way
D6️⃣: Yubeng Village-Ninong Gorge-Lijiang
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🔥Lijiang Shangri-La Lugu Lake 5 days
D1️⃣: Lijiang—Eighteen Bay—Nise—Rige Peninsula—Lover's Beach—Lugu Lake
D2️⃣: Lugu Lake—Pig Trough Boat—Grass Sea—Baisha Ancient Town—Shuhe Ancient Town-Lijiang
D3️⃣: Lijiang—Blue Moon Valley——Jade Dragon Snow Mountain——Lijiang Ancient City——Lijiang
D4️⃣: Lijiang——Napa Sea Wetland Grassland——Tusi Banquet——Dukezong Ancient City
D5️⃣: Shangri-La——Songzanlin Temple——Tiger Leaping Gorge——Lijiang
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Don't just go to the ancient city when you come to Lijiang, I highly recommend this niche attraction!
You don't have to squeeze with people here in Lijiang, you can see the sunrise over the Golden Mountain at a close distance, which is located next to the ancient city of Lijiang, the Black Dragon Pool.
Don't miss this place when you come to Lijiang (with a map of the shooting location).
About transportation:
Location: Black Dragon Pool Park, Lijiang
Train: Lijiang Station
Plane: Sanyi Airport
It is recommended to stay near the ancient city of Lijiang, where it is convenient for food, accommodation and transportation!
☑️About the attraction
Black Dragon Pool, also known as Jade Spring Park, is located at the foot of Xiangshan Mountain in the north of the city. It is one of the 4A scenic spots in Lijiang. The history can be traced back to the Qianlong period. You can see a clear and crystal pool of water when you enter, with an area of about 40,000 square meters. The park is beautifully designed with mountains and water, surrounded by beautiful mountains and water, and dotted with classical architecture, which complement each other. The sunrise over the Golden Mountain here is unique!
1⃣️Jietuo Forest
If you go straight from the main entrance, you will reach here first, which is also the position facing the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. I personally like it here the most, the shooting location here will have the most positive sunrise over the Golden Mountain.
2⃣️Suicui Bridge
If you go forward, it is the Suicui Bridge. Among them, I think the most outstanding one is this bridge, which can take a full panoramic view.
3⃣️Wanshou Pavilion
This is also a very good shooting location, where you can sit and wait for the sunrise over the Golden Mountain, but you need to go early, as there are not many places here.
4⃣️Five-hole Bridge
The bridge facing the Jietuo Forest, where you can take close-up shots of the sunrise over the Golden Mountain.
Tips
1. There is an entrance fee here, also known as the ancient city maintenance fee. It is recommended to go in before 7:20 in the morning without an entrance fee.
2. Everyone must pay attention to the sunrise time to avoid missing it. It is still very cold in Lijiang in the morning, so keep warm
Lijiang Ancient City Accommodation | Highly recommended one
It's a bit on the outskirts of the ancient city, close to the ancient city
You can walk to the ancient city, and it's also convenient to take a taxi. The transportation is convenient!
The homestay is a two-story single building with a small courtyard
The lighting is very good and it's also very comfortable to live in~
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We stayed in the Sunshine King Room
Honestly, it's the first time I've slept in such a big bed, it's super cool!
The room has two beds, it's also suitable for family travel
The facilities are complete, and you can even watch movies with a projector at night🎬
The key point is that the room has a skylight! When the weather is good, you can lie in bed and watch the stars at night
🏠Lijiang Yueting Luxury Inn
Homestay Accommodation Ancient City Tourism
In Lijiang halfway up the mountain! A scenic homestay where you can stay all day without getting tired!
Chongqing in winter is always rainy, it really is a foggy city!
On vacation, I just want to take my child to a relaxing and not tiring place to bask in the sun🌞, I was so moved when I saw this charming halfway up the mountain·halfway up the city💗, I booked it right away!
I don't want to squeeze into the ancient city, you can see the panoramic view of the ancient city from the room, basking in the sun and dazing here all day, how comfortable~
The homestay is a combination of coffee and lodging, you don't have to spend extra money to go to that kind of scenic coffee shop, there are live singers here every afternoon, and they also serve exquisite afternoon tea for two~
📍Transportation: The location of the homestay is very convenient, it is a three to five minute walk from the big water wheel at the entrance of the ancient town. If you don't want to drag your luggage, you can also take a taxi from the back road, and the housekeeper will pick you up~
The homestay is a three to five minute walk to Sifang Street or Bar Street. It's close to everywhere.
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🌟Service: The housekeeper is very enthusiastic, and will send precautions after adding WeChat, and will chat with you. As long as you appear in the public area of the homestay, there are staff who will greet you warmly, and the children are also infected, from being shy and not daring to speak to responding warmly to them.
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🏡Environment: There are Naxi style courtyards everywhere in the ancient city, and I'm a bit aesthetically tired. This homestay is newly opened, it is one of the few wabi-sabi styles in the ancient city, with a separate restaurant. The decoration is also very high-end, the whole house is smart, Kohler bathroom, Dyson hair dryer, mini bar with ten bottles of mineral water and four bottles of drinks, goose down bedding is very warm, everything is of high quality. And it's halfway up the mountain, it's unique in the ancient city🈶There are two or three viewing platforms that can overlook the entire panorama of the ancient city, and the super large courtyard is great for taking pictures.
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✅I've been to Lijiang Ancient City seven or eight times, this is the most comfortable homestay I've ever stayed in, highly recommended~!
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❤️Homestay: Lijiang Charming Halfway up the Mountain·Halfway up the City (Dayan Ancient City Store)
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🚝Transportation in various cities in Yunnan:
①Depart from Kunming→(High-speed rail 2.5 hours)→Dali Station
②Dali→(Motor train 2 hours)→Lijiang
③Lijiang→(Car 12 hours/Plane 1 hour)→Xishuangbanna
✨Yunnan Accommodation Guide:
Kunming: Stay in Guandu Ancient Town or the old street area, it is very convenient to stroll and eat
Lijiang: It is recommended to stay in hotels or homestays around the ancient city
Dali: Seaview hotels are mainly in Haidong and Shuanglang
✨Attractions check-in:
Dianchi Lake: You can see seagulls from December to March
Stone Forest Scenic Area: Karst landform natural wonder
Erhai Lake: Dali must play super healing scenery
Dali Ancient City: The capital of the ancient Nanzhao Kingdom and Dali Kingdom
Lijiang Ancient City: Cultural heritage ancient capital, also known as the "City of Romance"
Yulong Snow Mountain: The peak is filled with the ancient love of the Naxi people
Blue Moon Valley: The water is treasure green, and the lake with its own filter
🗺️Brief itinerary preview:
DAY1: All over the country→Kunming→Check in special five-star hot spring hotel→Free activities
DAY2: Kunming→Stone Forest→Afternoon tea→→Yi Ancient City Bonfire Party.
DAY3: Chuxiong→Dali Private Yacht→Dali Ancient City→Jeep Tour around Erhai Lake.
DAY4: Lashi Sea→Shuhe Ancient Town→Lijiang Ancient City.
DAY5: Yulong Snow Mountain→Blue Moon Valley
DAY6: Kunming→Tourist Distribution Center→Back to the warm home
🍜Recommended food:
Kunming: Cross-bridge rice noodles, corn cakes, broken su bao
Dali: Flower cake, chicken silk cold noodles, old milk potatoes, roasted milk fan
Lijiang: Steam pot chicken, wild mushroom hot pot, Lijiang cake
Xishuangbanna: Basil leaf minced meat over rice, spicy grilled chicken, mushroom oil mixed noodles, red oil chicken feet, pounded pig skin, pounded squid, Thai style lychee lime water
5 Things You Must Know Before Going to Lijiang
5 Things You Must Know Before Going to Lijiang
Lijiang's popularity seems to have declined, but its beautiful scenery remains unchanged. In winter, cherry blossoms bloom in Lijiang, with pink under the snow-capped mountains, blending romance and Bai ethnic style.
1️⃣Transportation tips: Hangzhou flies directly to Lijiang, and the 27 bus from Lijiang Airport goes directly there for 3 yuan. Carpooling costs about 30 yuan per person. You can take the bus to Shuhe Ancient Town and Baisha Ancient Town.
2️⃣Accommodation tips: I prefer to stay in Dayan Ancient Town, immersed in the local Bai ethnic customs, convenient for eating and shopping. You can ask the innkeeper to pick you up when you book. Recommend Yuemutang Boutique Inn, Baihexuan Boutique Inn starting from 200 yuan.
3️⃣Food tips: Lijiang's special mushroom hot pot, smoked ribs hot pot, yak meat hot pot. Snacks recommended are rice noodles, bean powder, bait. The prices in the ancient city are high, you can go to the Zhongyi Market at the city gate, which are all local specialties.
4️⃣Tour tips: Recommended attractions are Dayan Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town, Baisha Ancient Town, Wenhai Village, Lijiang Dajinta, Fuguo Temple, Black Dragon Pool Park
Dayan Ancient Town is the tourist center of Lijiang, a thousand-year-old Bai ethnic town, you can climb Lion Mountain to overlook the panoramic view of the ancient city, and stroll around the snack street and bar street at night.
Shuhe Ancient Town is more niche compared to Dayan Ancient Town, it is said to be the appearance of Dayan Ancient Town more than a decade ago. Free admission. Ticket
Baisha Ancient Town is my favorite ancient town in Lijiang, which has really well preserved Bai ethnic residential buildings, very original. Free admission, take bus 3 and transfer to 6.
Wenhai Village is a new internet-famous spot in Lijiang, located behind the mountain of Baisha Ancient Town, there is no public transportation, you need to charter a car to get there. The residents here are self-sufficient, like a paradise. Free.
Black Dragon Pool Park is my most recommended Lijiang attraction, choose a good weather day to go, the panoramic view of Jade Dragon Mountain is in sight. Free admission for a limited time.
5️⃣Clothing tips: The temperature difference between morning and evening in Lijiang in early spring is particularly large, you need to wear a thick coat. Due to the high altitude and dry climate, there will be certain altitude sickness, you need to do a good job of moisturizing and hydrating, severe cases can buy oxygen tanks for backup.
Finally, I recommend the cherry blossom viewing strategy at the end of winter and early spring, the best position is Wangu Tower in Dayan Ancient City and Snow Mountain Middle Road.
Please keep this Spring Festival Yunnan travel guide well
||| Yunnan is so beautiful, the sisters who have been there all shout they don't want to come back!! Yunnan is spring-like all year round, with a pleasant climate and many scenic spots🔆 Here is the travel guide, please keep it well❗❗
🌹Day①: Dali Ancient City
😴Sleep until you wake up naturally, stroll around Dali Ancient City, have a cup of Fenghua Xueyue☕, taste a sweet flower cake🌸, shuttle through the streets and alleys of Dali, feel the tranquility of Dali, go to the nearby garden to take pictures📸
🌹Day②: Erhai Lake
🚗Rent a car around Erhai Lake, feel the sea breeze of Erhai, feel the romantic time of Dali and the afterglow of the sunset🌄. Go to the Ideal State to take pictures📸, go to Xizhou Ancient Town to eat Xizhou Baba, stay in a sea view room at night, and go to Longkan Wharf to watch the sunrise the next day🏅
🌹Day③: Lijiang Ancient City
🛬Fly directly to Lijiang, there will be a driver to pick up the airport 24h, then send to the booked hotel to rest, in the afternoon freely stroll around the ancient city scenery, find a coffee shop to drink coffee☕ and watch the scenery, slow down to feel the breath of life🍀 Go to watch a romantic performance of Thousand Ancient Love💑
🌹Day④: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
🚗The driver will pick up people at the gate of the ancient city at nine o'clock in the morning, take the big cable car up the snow mountain, see the blue sky and white snow! Reach the top of the mountain, watch a spectacular sea of clouds☁️, feel the vast mountains and rivers, walk from an altitude of 4506m to 4680, see the most beautiful snow mountain🏔️ Take pictures at the foot of the mountain in Blue Moon Valley📸
🌹Day⑤: Return to the warm home
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Travel is not about where the end is, but the scenery along the way and the beautiful memories~ I wish everyone a happy play!!
Yunnan seven-day tour guide: Explore Dali, Lijiang ancient city
Yunnan Memoirs 2.0 guide:
1. Departure: Guangzhou
2. Route: Dali Ancient City-Erhai Lake-Xizhou Ancient Town-Lijiang Ancient City-Jade Dragon Snow Mountain-Blue Moon Valley-Shuhe Ancient Town
3. Accommodation: Homestays in Dali Ancient City and Xizhou Ancient Town, guesthouses in Lijiang Ancient City
4. Cost: 2700 yuan per person (seven days)
Detailed itinerary:
Day 1: Depart from Guangzhou, arrive in Dali. Stay in a homestay near Dali Ancient City, you can stroll around the ancient city at night.
Day 2: Go to the edge of Erhai Lake to watch the sunrise in the morning, then go to the North Gate Market of the ancient city to experience the local market, taste local fruits and food. You can go to Xizhou Ancient Town in the afternoon.
Day 3: Spend a quiet afternoon in Xizhou Ancient Town, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the rice fields. Return to Dali Ancient City in the evening.
Day 4: Go to Lijiang, stay in a guesthouse near Lijiang Ancient City. Stroll around Lijiang Ancient City at night.
Day 5: Visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Blue Moon Valley, Yak Meadow and other attractions. Return to Lijiang Ancient City in the evening.
Day 6: Visit Shuhe Ancient Town, taste Hani yellow flat peach. Return to Lijiang Ancient City in the evening.
Day 7: Leave Lijiang and return to Guangzhou.
Lijiang in winter| It's a pity that 90% of people didn't go to the right place
Lijiang in winter| It's a pity that 90% of people didn't go to the right place...
"Ancient residences, small lanes along the canal" are very suitable for Lijiang, a place where the four seasons are like spring.
{Photo Check-in} Wenhai Village
A hidden gem, with the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain when you look up, and cattle and sheep on the grassy slopes when you look down. This place is primitive and simple. This is also the only village where you can see the sunset over the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, with a great view!
Baisha Ancient Town
The closest village to the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, composed of two main streets. Looking up, you can see the majestic snow mountain and wooden ancient buildings. Walking on the stone road under your feet
Shuhe Ancient Town
Shuhe is more tranquil, a good place to experience Naxi culture
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a mountain range composed of 13 perennial snow mountains, with the highest peak Fan Zidou at 5596 meters, and tourists can reach the highest point of 4680 meters.
Blue Moon Valley
Lijiang Travel Guide
Lijiang Ancient City! This earthly paradise, are you sure you don't want to come in and take a look👀|| Looking for a poetic Jiangnan on the plateau
In this life
You should always come to Lijiang Ancient City once
Look at the night view of the ancient city
Listen to the folk songs in the bar
Think about the little happiness hidden by the tedious life
Feel the romance of the world🌹
🔍Tour guide:
1: Zhongyi Lane: Enter from the gate of Zhongyi Market to the ancient city (there are few tourists here, mostly locals, with many cheap fruits, snacks, and specialties), the stone road to the ancient city, also towards the snow mountain The direction of going up the mountain is full of leaves on the roof in autumn, and flowers blooming in summer, it's so romantic!
2: Xianwen Lane: It is also the romantic 'oil paper umbrella street', colorful Yunnan during the day, and warm retro alley at night~
3: Cherry Blossom Restaurant: This restaurant wrapped in flowers and small bridges and flowing water, the architecture is indeed very beautiful, and it is also very good for taking pictures nearby.
4: Xinhua Street: Bai Sui Fang, the bar
Street to the right of Sifang Street, the street during the day is very quiet, it is also the smallest bridge and flowing water section of Lijiang Ancient City, the flowers bloom next to each small wooden bridge in summer, it's so beautiful! The former 'One Meter Sunshine' started the Lijiang encounter story here.
5: Big Water Wheel: The once crowded big water wheel has been deserted for 3 years, and it has ushered in its spring again. This is also a classic point of Lijiang Ancient City.
6: Eye of Lijiang: Located at the entrance and exit of Dayan Flower Lane Ancient City, you can overlook the Lion Mountain Wangu Tower and the ancient city scenery, the night view is very gorgeous~🎆
7: Lion Mountain: The highest point of the ancient city, it takes about 10 minutes to climb up, and you can see the panoramic view of Lijiang Ancient City and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
8: Dayan Flower Lane: 'I want to have a flower-filled island' so I walked into Dayan Flower Lane. Yunnan's characteristic cultural and creative, intangible heritage shops, and also the alley with the most flowers blooming in summer, it's worth walking around~
9: Big Stone Bridge: Take a photo of the tree on the big stone bridge from the flower creek stone road under the bridge, the photo will look very good.
10: Mufu: The filming location of 'Mufu Fengyun', the ticket includes free explanation, the royal palace that is not inferior is worth a visit.
🚖🚖Play route:
South Gate of the Ancient City👉July 1st Street (Wind Bell Street)👉Zhenxing Street (Lantern Alley)👉Big
Stone Bridge (Cherry Blossom Restaurant)👉Bai Sui Fang 👉Xianwen Lane (Oil Paper Umbrella Street)👉Sifang
Street👉Dayan Flower Lane 👉Eye of Lijiang Observation Deck Big Water Wheel🈴️Yuhe Square
‘Tips:
💗March-May is the flowering period when most flowers in Lijiang Ancient City are in full bloom, including cherry blossoms, wisteria, marguerite, roses, etc.
💗You must go up to the big Lion Mountain to take a look. There are too many people in the ancient city. The small road on Lion Mountain gives you a different feeling. The streets above are very clean, the buildings are very neat, and you can see the snow mountain and the ancient city in the same frame. Each alley hides a different perspective
💗When you come to Lijiang, you must eat cured ribs, it's so delicious, and there are also black goat hot pot, crossing the bridge rice noodles, flower cakes, tofu wrapped in sauce, potato chicken, snow mountain fish.
💗If you want fewer people, you can go to the ancient city in the early morning, which will give you a different feeling
The most comprehensive travel guide to Lijiang, experience the tranquility of the small town
🌅【Lijiang Ancient City Scenic Tour】🏮
💯 Transportation Guide:
🚅 Departure → Lijiang: You can choose to take a plane, high-speed rail or long-distance bus to Lijiang;
🚕 Lijiang Airport/Railway Station → Lijiang Ancient City: You can choose to take a taxi or take a bus.
🌟 Must-visit 8 places 🌟:
1️⃣ Lion Hill Park: Climb up and overlook the ancient city of Lijiang;
2️⃣ Big Waterwheel: Appreciate the traditional agricultural production method;
3️⃣ Baisha Culture Square: Watch local traditional performances;
4️⃣ Lashi Lake: The water is clear and the scenery is beautiful, it is the best choice for taking beautiful photos;
5️⃣ Black Dragon Pool Park: Mysterious and quiet, it is the source of creation for literary and artistic artists;
6️⃣ Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: Enjoy the snow scene of the high mountains and get close to nature;
7️⃣ Mu's Residence: Understand the history and culture of Lijiang;
8️⃣ Sifang Street: Taste local snacks and feel the humanistic atmosphere of Lijiang.
🍽️ Lijiang Snacks:
- Lijiang sauerkraut fish, Lijiang hot and sour potato shreds, crossing the bridge rice noodles, sour soup fish, Lijiang Baba, Lijiang sour and crispy vegetables, Lijiang yogurt, Lijiang roast chicken, etc.
🌈 Lijiang Food Recommendation 🌈:
1️⃣ Thirteen An Hot and Sour Fish: Authentic taste, affordable price;
2️⃣ Civilization Snack Shop: Taste local snacks, old brand shops.
🏡 Accommodation Options:
You can choose to stay in a homestay or hotel in the ancient city, and feel the romantic atmosphere and unique culture of the ancient city of Lijiang.
✨ Guide Summary:
Lijiang is a romantic and historical and cultural ancient city, where you can appreciate the unique natural scenery and traditional folk culture. After visiting the must-visit attractions, you might as well taste the local special snacks and feel the humanistic atmosphere of Lijiang. During the journey, enjoy delicious food, appreciate the scenery, and immerse yourself in a romantic atmosphere, making the trip full of memories. May you have a pleasant and unforgettable journey in Lijiang!
Stay in the quiet courtyard among the flowers in the ancient city
Lijiang Homestay|Stay in the quiet courtyard among the flowers in the ancient city.
The slow life in Lijiang is to find a homestay in the ancient city, and then stay leisurely for a few days, sleep until naturally wake up every day and then walk to the ancient city to eat a special meal. In the alleys outside the ancient city, we found a treasure homestay, a brick and tile courtyard where local characteristics and Naxi culture are combined. At night, sit on the terrace on the third floor, drink a cup of tea, look up at the moon and stars, and spend a few comfortable days.
Lijiang Star House Luxury Resort Inn
No. 130 Wenming Lane, Wuyi Street, Ancient City District, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
💰300-500 yuan
🚗About 1 hour drive from Dali Railway Station, 5 minutes drive from Xizhou Ancient Town.
Star House. Style
Entering the Star House lobby has a strong Chinese classical style. The boss is a handsome lawyer. Every time he comes back from the outside, he will make tea for us and then chat about some interesting things. I especially like the garden in the atrium on the first floor. Sitting on the recliner and making a cup of tea to enjoy the flowers and watch the fish. The third floor also has a rooftop terrace and a glass house. The small path in the flower room is full of cobblestones, and the two sides are the flowers and succulents planted by the boss himself. During the day, you can overlook the beauty of Lijiang Ancient City, and at night, you can enjoy the stars here
Star House·Room
·This time we stayed in the Memory Honeymoon Suite, and the ancient city scenery is just outside the window. The room is all wooden decorations and furniture, which is very compatible with the style of Lijiang Ancient City, and it is also equipped with smart toilets and high-end bathrooms. The romantic round bed is highly recommended for couples to stay!
Star House. Service
·The homestay adopts a housekeeping service. If you have any questions, you can contact the housekeeper sisters and brothers. Because the roads in the ancient city are all stone roads, it is difficult to drag luggage, and the housekeepers will also come out to help very enthusiastically.
·The homestay also provides pick-up and drop-off services, and you can contact the housekeepers in advance.
Star House·Transportation
👉Walk to👉Lijiang Ancient City about 5 minutes
👉Walk to the famous👉Sifang Street in the ancient city about 10 minutes
👉Taxi to Lijiang Station about 20 minutes, 30 yuan
👉Charter/Car pool to 👉Yulong Snow Mountain about 50 minutes
Today I'm going to share with you a super comfortable parent-child self-driving tour guide
Hello~ Everyone! Today I'm going to share with you a super comfortable parent-child self-driving tour guide, the place we're going to is Yunnan! Yunnan's tourism development is very mature, all kinds of facilities are very complete, so here is definitely an ideal place for parent-child travel.
Our itinerary is as follows:
D1: Fly from Hangzhou to Kunming, after a short rest, you can stroll around Kunming city and feel the beauty of this spring city.
D2: Take a high-speed train from Kunming to Lijiang (about 3.5 hours), rent a car and go directly to Shuhe Ancient Town and Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area, this place is really beautiful!
D3: Lijiang. Stroll leisurely in Shuhe Ancient Town in the morning, and in the afternoon we will go to Yak Meadow, where there are super cute yaks!
D4: Lijiang. In the morning we will go to Pearl Sea, find a shepherd's house by a lake, children can experience horse riding, feeding lambs, in the afternoon we will go to Lijiang Ancient City to feel the charm of the ancient city.
D5: Lijiang-Shaxi Ancient Town. After enjoying the hotel's breakfast, we drive to Zhongyi Market for a stroll, then set off for Shaxi Ancient Town, about 1.5 hours drive, the scenery along the way is really beautiful!
D6: Free activities in Shaxi Ancient Town, here has simple architecture and quiet environment, is a good place for children to play.
D7: Shaxi-Shangri-La, about 2 hours and 40 minutes drive, the scenery along the way is also magnificent. After arriving in Shangri-La, we will first go to Dukezong Ancient City for a stroll.
D8: Shangri-La. Set off in the morning to Pudacuo National Forest Park and Tiger Leaping Gorge Scenic Area, return to the hotel for rest around 4 pm, and go to Dukezong Ancient City in the evening to feel the charm of the world's largest prayer wheel.
D9: Shangri-La-Lijiang. We choose to take the national road, along the way you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Yunnan Plateau, it takes about 6 hours drive, but it's absolutely worth it!
D10: Fly back to Hangzhou from Lijiang, ending this wonderful journey!
I will share with you the detailed photos and itinerary of each day later! Our whole journey was very relaxed and pleasant, we will stay two nights in each place, the arrangement of scenic spots is not many, most of the time is free activities, children and we do not feel tired, this trip is really perfect~
I hope this guide can help you, if you have any questions or need to recommend more fun places, feel free to contact me! Wish you a pleasant journey~ 🚗🌴
Historic Lijiang
We wandered the cobbled streets of the Old Town for hours stopping to snack, to listen to music, or to appreciate the local art. It is one of the most popular ancient towns and can get crowded on the main thoroughfares. We started early and stuck to smaller streets. There’s lots to see so don’t be afraid to lose the crowd.
A place that fascinates - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is located in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, China. It is a magnificent and magical mountain. It is known for its majestic snow peaks, beautiful alpine meadows, and rich ecological resources. Let's take a closer look at this beautiful mountain range.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is the most famous snow mountain in Yunnan Province, with an altitude of about 5596 meters. It is named for its peaks and peaks, and the peaks are covered with snow all year round. When the sun shines on the snow mountain, under the sunlight, the peak reflects dazzling white light, like a huge jade dragon awakening, hence the name Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
Climbing Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, you will be shocked. The entire snow mountain range stretches across the Yunnan Plateau, like a barrier guarding the city of Lijiang. In the early morning, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is shrouded in clouds and mist, like a fairyland, which is dizzying. The snow on the top of the mountain is endless, and the white is as far as the eye can see, showing its grandeur and mystery.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a place with extremely rich ecological environment and rich animal and plant resources. Here, you can see rare and endangered animals, such as golden monkeys, cloud leopards and snow leopards. The forests in the mountains are dense, with a wide variety of vegetation, including many precious medicinal plants. In addition, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is also a habitat for many birds, bringing many surprises to bird-watching tourists.
The ancient city of Lijiang at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is also a fascinating place. Lijiang Ancient City is one of the most intact ancient cities in China and is listed as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. In the ancient city, you can appreciate the traditional architecture of the Naxi people, the unique Naxi culture, and taste the local delicious special food.
In addition to sightseeing, there are many activities that can be carried out on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. You can choose to take the cable car to the top of the mountain and overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire mountain range. At the foot of the mountain, there is a famous hiking route. You can walk along the mountain trail and feel the tranquility and purity of nature. In general, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a place that fascinates people. It integrates magnificent natural landscapes, unique ecosystems, and profound cultural heritage, bringing unforgettable travel experiences to people. If you have the opportunity to go to Lijiang, Yunnan, don't miss this amazing snow mountain tour.
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area
It is a 30-minute drive from Lijiang city, and there is a 101 bus in the city that can reach
Scenic details:
The visitor center is located at Ganhaizi at the foot of the snow mountain. Self-driving, taxi, and bus are all here. After entering the scenic area, you need to change to a sightseeing car
There are 5 major attractions in the scenic area
1 Glacier Park (large cable car): altitude 4680, close contact with the snow mountain
2 Yunsong Ping (small cable car): through the fir forest, the large meadow next to the snow mountain, wooden plank road
3 Yak Meadow (medium cable car): the widest field of vision, seeing the thirteen peaks of Jade Dragon is very spectacular
4 Blue Moon Valley (below the mountain): The Tiffany blue lake without filter is crystal clear, the color is most beautiful around 2 noon, you can take a photo of the snow mountain in the same frame
5 Impression Lijiang Live Theater (next to the visitor center)
Ticket cost:
Mountain entry fee~100 (you will pass the mountain entry fee toll station before arriving at the visitor center, buy on site)
Sightseeing car~20 (only need to buy once, all use in the scenic area) Glacier Park~120 Yunsong Ping~40 Yak Meadow~45
Blue Moon Valley~ Go to the mountain by sightseeing car, no need to buy another ticket Impression Lijiang~ Ordinary seat 280, vip seat 346
Except for the mountain entry fee, other tickets can be bought at the visitor center, or they can be booked in the "Jade Dragon Tourism" Xiao Chengxu, but there are only packages inside, and the three cable cars are all bundled with sightseeing cars, so it is recommended to book one online. Cableway, others buy on site
The large cable car starts selling at 7 o'clock every morning, and tickets need to be grabbed during the peak season; Yunsong Ping and Yak Meadow are on sale 3 days in advance
One-day tour route:
Glacier Park Blue Moon Valley Yunsong Ping Yak Meadow Blue Moon Valley Yunsong Ping Glacier Park Blue Moon Valley Yak Meadow
The three routes can also be reversed, adjusted according to the number of people in the off-peak season If you want to watch Impression Lijiang, just choose a cableway ten blue moon valley
Winter vacation Yunnan tour, practical guide for pure play small group parent-child tour
Sisters who have time during the winter vacation must take their children to Yunnan, it's really beautiful, the photos are very good, let the children understand the customs of different ethnic groups, share the parent-child tour guide, need mothers to collect.
Essentials for travel:
ID card, backpack, mosquito repellent, cold medicine, stomach medicine, umbrella, toys, power bank and charger.
Travel suggestions:
The distance between scenic spots is far and it is not convenient for free travel, so it is recommended to join a pure play small group, there will be car pick-up and drop-off, accommodation, tickets will also have special arrangements, do not have to worry about the travel route.
Six-day five-night itinerary:
Day 1: Lijiang Ancient Town
Arrive at Lijiang Airport, there is a special car pick-up, go to Lijiang Ancient Town to check in the homestay, in the afternoon go to visit Lijiang Ancient Town on your own, find a travel photography shop, take a set of parent-child photos, then go to check in the Big Stone Bridge, Oil Umbrella Street, and Sifang Street, go to Lion Hill at night to see the night view.
Day 2: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Go to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, take the Glacier Cable Car, then hike to the top to see the sea of clouds at an altitude of 4000 meters, after descending the mountain go to the small cable car Yunsong Ping, take the children to see the cattle and sheep and take photos in the grassland, after descending the mountain take the scenic area bus to Blue Moon Valley, the water surface is sparkling, you can blow the mountain wind, breathe fresh air, return to Lijiang Ancient Town at night, go to Cherry Blossom Restaurant to see a romantic night view.
Day 3 and Day 4: Shangri-La
From Lijiang to Shangri-La via Tiger Leaping Gorge is really spectacular, check in to Shangri-La Farm Homestay in the afternoon, it's a surprise like New Zealand; the next day go to Pudacuo National Park, then go to Songzanlin Temple and Dukezong Ancient Town.
Day 5 and Day 6: Dali
Visit Xizhou and taste Xizhou Baba, there are some tie-dye small bags and straw woven bag earrings worth buying cheap, then go to Wheat Field Cafe to sit and feel the wind blowing wheat waves and then go to Shuanglang to see the sea, walk along the sea and rent a bicycle to ride, go to the ancient city at night to stroll around, feel the beauty of the ancient city at night.
Note:
1. If you are not used to the food or have altitude sickness, you will have diarrhea and vomiting, remember to bring medicine.
2. The rain in Yunnan is unpredictable, remember to bring a coat for your baby.
3. The ultraviolet rays are really strong, be sure to do sun protection for your child.
4. You can bring some snacks and water when you go to the scenic area.
5. There are many ethnic minorities in Yunnan, learn to follow the local customs, respect the local customs, avoid unnecessary trouble.
6. Do not run or jump on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, do not get too excited, it is easy to have altitude sickness.
Yunnan Nanny-level Travel Guide
☀️Yunnan Weather
✨Average temperature from November to January: 8℃~23℃
😘Yunnan Travel Dressing Guide
🧥Commuting outfit: long-sleeved shirt and pants + autumn clothes + thick coat. After November, the temperature difference between morning and evening/regions becomes larger, and you can experience 2-3 seasons in a day.
📷Photogenic outfit: pastoral long skirts, cheongsams, strap dresses, ethnic long skirts.
🍃Artistic style: white long skirt! Solid color cotton and linen, blue, beige, etc.
🌷Fresh style: white/light blue/light-colored stripes or plaid/small floral.
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✅Yunnan Transportation Guide
🚄High-speed rail: Kunming Station/Kunming South Station/Dali Station/Lijiang Station, etc.
✈️Direct flight: Direct flight to Kunming Changshui Airport or Lijiang Sanyi Airport
(It is recommended to fly to Kunming, because there are more flights to Kunming from many places, you can compare before deciding).
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🏠Yunnan Accommodation Guide
①Kunming: Stay near Kunming Old Street or Guandu, close to the business district and convenient for transportation. Shopping and eating🛍 are very convenient, and the cost is not high.
②Dali: If you like lively, stay in Dali Ancient City, if you like quiet, stay near Erhai Lake🌊.
③Lijiang: Stay in Dayan Ancient Town, Lijiang Ancient City Inn, Shuhe Ancient Town Inn or city hotels.
④Lugu Lake: If you like lively🌃, stay in Daluoshui, if you like quiet, stay in Lige Peninsula.
⑤Shangri-La: Stay near Dukezong Ancient City, convenient transportation, close to shopping and eating, hotels and homestays🏠 have high cost performance.
⑥Xishuangbanna: Stay near Gaoxishuangjing, there are many choices for accommodation, it is convenient to eat🍲 and shop.
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✅Yunnan 7-day Tour Route Reference
Day1: All over the country — Lijiang pick-up—Stay in Lijiang
Day2: Lashi Sea Tea Horse Ancient Road-Yulong Snow Mountain (Yusunping)-Blue Moon Valley-Shuhe Ancient Town-Stay in Lijiang
Day3: Lijiang-First Bend of the Yangtze River-Tiger Leaping Gorge-Pudacuo National Forest Park-Tibetan Home Tusi Banquet- Stay in Shangri-La
Day4: Dukezong Ancient City-Napa Lake-Stay in Lijiang
Day5: Lijiang-Shuanglang-Ferry to Nanjin Suo Island-Seaweed Flower Performance-Santorini (Ideal State) -Stay in Dali
Day6: Dali Ancient City-Internet Celebrity Jeep Travel Shooting-Stay in Lijiang
Day7: Lijiang Airport drop-off —Fly back to all places
Fall in love with Yunnan for ten thousand times
Day 1: Arrive in Kunming by plane, recommended accommodation in Wuhua District downtown, Nanping Street, Nanqiang Street, Jinma Biji Fang can be visited, local delicacies and snacks are gathered here, if time permits, you can also go to Zhuanxin Farmers Market, here you can find the colorful Yunnan human fireworks flavor, things will be more grounded.
Day 2: Go to Haigeng Dam Dianchi Lake to see seagulls, then take a high-speed train to Dali, stay in Dali Ancient City, you can visit Renmin Road, Fuxing Road, Wuhua Tower
Day 3: Tour around Erhai Lake
Day 4: Stay in a guesthouse in Lijiang Ancient City, stroll on the stone road of the ancient city, feel the leisurely and comfortable slow life of Lijiang. The night market of Zhongyi Market at night, the fireworks are strong, and various delicacies and snacks are gathered
Day 5: Depart to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, take the large cable car to the Glacier Park at an altitude of 4680 meters, and then go to the Blue Moon Valley at the foot of the mountain to admire the blue lake water
Yunnan·China
Lijiang Ancient City | Dayan Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town, Baisha Ancient Town
Attractions: Mu Mansion Mu Mansion
Mu Mansion was originally the yamen of the hereditary Tusi Mu of Lijiang, located at the eastern foot of Lion Hill in the ancient city, first built in the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368 AD), and was rebuilt in 1998 as the Ancient City Museum. The Mu Mansion covers an area of 46 acres, with a total of 162 rooms of various sizes in the mansion, a central axis of 369 meters long, and the Sanqing Hall, Yuyin Tower, Guangbi Tower, Dharma Hall, Wanjuan Tower, Council Hall, and Zhongyi Square are arranged in order from west to east. There are eleven plaques bestowed by emperors of all dynasties hanging inside, reflecting the rise and fall of the Mu family. The TV drama "Mu Mansion Wind and Cloud" that tells the story of the Mu Tusi of Lijiang was filmed here.
The streets in Lijiang Ancient City are built along the mountains and rivers, paved with red cobblestones, and there are attractions such as Sifang Street, Mu Mansion, Wufeng Tower, Lijiang Ancient City Big Waterwheel, Baisha Residential Building Group, and Shuhe Residential Building Group.
🌟Highlights:
Lijiang Ancient Town (Dayan Ancient Town), Shuhe Ancient Town, Baisha Ancient Town.
No need to get up early, a less-known spot in Lijiang, Yunnan to watch the sunrise over the Golden Mountain
Located in the secluded paradise of Wenhai Village in Lijiang, about 40 minutes to an hour's drive from Lijiang Old Town, but coming here will definitely not disappoint you. Here, you can stroll in the rarely trodden grassland, admire the beautiful snow mountains and lake scenery, and taking photos and camping are also great choices. To go to Wenhai Village, you can choose to take a taxi or drive by yourself. If you choose to take a taxi, it is recommended to go early, because it may be too late to get a taxi back. If you drive by yourself, you can navigate directly to Wenhai Village. In terms of travel strategy, I personally suggest that friends who want to see more snow mountains can go to the right of the village (the right bank of the lake facing the village). That side is the best place to watch the sunset and the sunrise over the Golden Mountain. Most people will choose to go to the left side, where you can ride horses, hold lambs and take portraits (for a fee, but the price is not expensive, about fifty or sixty yuan for a ride). If you have enough time, you can go to both sides to play and take pictures, either by walking or driving. In Wenhai Village, there are many restaurants and cafes, you can go and find them yourself, and experience the local food and coffee culture. In addition, I recommend choosing a piece of equipment suitable for high-altitude complex and changeable weather, such as the Kailas MONT-X hard shell storm jacket. Wenhai Village is located at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, with an altitude of more than 3000 meters. This GORE TEX 3L hard shell can block wind and rain well, and cope with the weather changes at high altitude at any time. It also has wrist-fitting magic tape cuffs to prevent wind and rain from pouring in, and it is also very high in appearance, and is one of the must-have equipment for travel. In summary, Wenhai Village is a hidden paradise in Lijiang, with beautiful natural scenery and a wealth of activity choices. Whether it's taking photos, camping, or tasting local food and coffee, you can be satisfied here.
Enchanting Old Town 🇨🇳
What a beautiful and enchanting old town. A must see when you are in Lijiang. The old town dates back over 800 years and is a Unesco World Heritage Site. We actually fell in love with this place in an instant.
We have never seen an old town as massive as this so we were very surprised just how it is beautifully constructed.
There are so many restaurants , coffee shops, bars, souviner shops, tea houses and so much more. The cobblestone streets definitely made this old town so attractive.
TIPS‼️
Make sure to find a restaurant that overlooks the old town. It is gorgeous!
You can easily spend hours and hours walking here so make sure to wear a pair of comfortable shoes.
Entrance Fee: Free of charge
Recommended Length of Stay in Lijiang: 3 days
Enjoy!
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Time to put the walking shoes 👠 on for this!
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The old town is Lijiang is one of the biggest ones in China. It got destroyed in the big earthquake in 1996, but they rebuilt it. In 1997 i at the 21st Annual Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee held in Naples, Italy, the Old Town of
Lijiang become a World Heritage due to it’s cultural heritage. Here you can eat yummy food, shop to you drop and just watch all the beautiful buildings. Make sure to have some space in your bags before coming ;)
Lijiang Ancient town
For nature enthusiasts, Lijiang Ancient Town provides a gateway to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in China. The town is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, lush valleys, and crystal-clear lakes, offering endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. Whether you choose to hike through the majestic Tiger Leaping Gorge or take a leisurely boat ride on Lugu Lake, the natural beauty of the region will take your breath away.
In addition to its natural wonders, Lijiang Ancient Town is also home to a vibrant nightlife scene. As the sun sets, the town comes alive with live music, bustling bars, and colorful night markets. Indulge in the local cuisine, sip on a refreshing cocktail, and dance the night away under the starry sky. The energy and excitement are palpable, and you won't want the night to end.
Living in Lijiang (for 3 days)
When in Lijiang...
~ Every second store you see in the ancient town is a place for professional photography. Get dressed up in traditional costume and take some photos around the ancient town, it's a great way to record your time here, especially if you are traveling alone.
~ You can easily spend the whole day here in the town and find lots of nice cafes here. Just expect a lot of walking as you can't drive through the town.
~ At night there is even some live music in many bars and outside... the nightlife here is alive and well. Don't expect anything open before 10am and they all close at midnight.
~ There are also a few places you can try dyeing a tshirt, bag, socks, dress, hat, etc. Or try their special batik technique with the wax that let's you draw your own design before dyeing.
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Step back in time to Lijiang Ancient City
The Lijiang Ancient Town is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Yunnan. This stunning town is located in the foothills of the Himalayas, and it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates back over 800 years.
As you walk through the ancient town, you'll be struck by its charming architecture, narrow streets, and beautiful canals. The town is home to a vibrant community of Naxi people, who have preserved their traditional way of life and culture despite the influx of tourists.
One of the highlights of visiting Lijiang Ancient Town is exploring the many shops and restaurants that line the streets. You'll find everything from local handicrafts and textiles to delicious street food and traditional Naxi cuisine.
The town is also home to several important cultural sites, including the Dongba Cultural Museum and the Wangu Pavilion. The Dongba Cultural Museum is dedicated to preserving the culture and traditions of the Naxi people, and it's a fascinating place to learn about their history and way of life. The Wangu Pavilion offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and is a popular spot for watching the sunset.
Coffee with a View!
The Old Town of Lijiang, which is perfectly adapted to the uneven topography of this key commercial and strategic site, has retained a historic townscape of high quality and authenticity. Its architecture is noteworthy for the blending of elements from several cultures that have come together over many centuries.
Recommendation: Go to the top of the ancient town to the numerous coffee shops. The coffee shops offer stunning sunset views and you can take wonderful photos and enjoy the unique view.
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Lijiang - Clear skies and wooden houses
We came to Lijiang on a bus from Dali and let me start this with a practical advice, which is please do avoid taking a bus, unless you really enjoy shaking. Taking a bullet train is both cheaper and two hours faster (1:30 compared to 3+ hours). In our case the tickets were unfortunately sold out , so we got to enjoy the scenery.
Lijiang lies on about 2400m, surrounded by hills and of course the magnificent Jade Snow mountain. Lijiang Old town is actually rather big and visually stunning. Wood is the main building material here ranging from truly authentic old buildings made primarily of wooden beams and planks to a bit more modern 'new materials covered with a layer of wood' architecture. In fact, when it comes to accommodation usually cheaper options tend to be the former and more expensive the latter so make your pick according to your preferences.
Just walking through the old town can easily take you a day or more, because as you can see on the pictures the place is rather sprawling. The cobbled streets, wooden houses, bustling shops and restaurants are rather charming, especially when placed against clear blue skies.
We took residence near the top of the Lion mountain overlooking the city. Our daughter likes cats a lot, so we spend more than one whole afternoon basking in the sun in a nearby cat cafe, called 2 meow I believe, while she was playing with the cats. Since Lijiang was the last stop of our journey we were a bit tired already , so we did not do much exploring outside the town and mostly just enjoyed the sun and the views. The old towns houses have mostly been converted to shops, restaurants, hotels or bars and I don't think I have seen more than a few that are just someone's residence. There are quite a lot of bars with live terrace music that play till eleven or so, so if quiet is your thing, do consider getting a place to stay with solid sound isolation or on the more quiet fringes of the old town.
I would definitely recommend climbing up the Lion mountain though. It is open till 22h/23h in the evening, depending on the season and the tower on top really offers great 360 views of both the town and the surrounding mountains.
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Travel to the past without a time machine!
It's called an ancient town for a reason. This ancient charm will make you travel in the past with all its old architectural designs and walking streets. Each structure is special in its own way and the view is awesome, giving you a feeling of a charming ancient timeline. Enjoy traditional delicious food and stroll around to explore all the magnificient places for the most memorable photos!!
Explore the most beautiful Ancient town!
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Attractions - Mufu Mansion, Old Water Wheel square, Lion Hill, Wangyu tower
Hotels - So Many! We stayed at the Sunshine Inn
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We were apprehensive about staying in the old town, but with its characteristic wooden buildings and narrow cobbled streets, we fell in love instantly!
During the day time, you can explore the quiet streets, picking up traditional minority crafts in the stores and sampling dried yak meat and fragrant fruit tea. At night however, the places comes alive with live music, lights and delicious hotpot! #
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