Lijiang Travel Guide

Many people's impression of China is cobblestone labyrinthine streets bisected by miniature canals and tiled roofs. That's just what Lijiang offers to its travelers. Read our travel guide to this legendary town, to know more about it. Lijiang is a charming old town that is now more than 800 years old. Located at the hub of Tibet, Yunnan and Sichuan province, is regarded as a fairyland blessed with fresh air, clear streams, and breathtaking snow-capped mountains. It covers a total area of 7,648 square kilometers with a temperate climate. Since the late Song and Yuan dynasty, Lijiang has been an important political, cultural, and educational center.

Lijiang is the ideal travel destination for nature lovers and anyone interested in ancient people groups and their customs. Around Lijiang, there are a number of splendid natural beauty spots that will certainly astonish you. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain which provides superlative natural scenery; a travel to the Mosuo People beside Lugu Lake is a must for those seeking an exotic experience in Lijiang. If you would like to experience the local lifestyle, then come and participate in one or more of their various festivals that are held throughout the year. Other sites of possible interest include the southbound Changjiang River, the Tiger Leaping Gorge, the deepest gorge in the world.

Lijiang not only has elegant scenery, but also exhibits the unique Dongba culture. The Naxi people, one of China's 56 minority ethnic groups, constituting over half of the local population and mainly practice the Dongba religion and Lamaism, have established their splendid Dongba Culture in its long history. If you would like to know more about the culture and customs of Naxi group, having a taste of its snacks should be contained on your list. Lijiang now is no longer the "forgotten realm". The warm-hearted and hospitable citizens of different ethnic nationalities cordially welcome friends to travel from both home and abroad. Below is the detailed guide to Lijiang attractions. Welcome to check out our other pages for more travel information about Lijiang. We will provide the professional advice, individual itinerary and excellent travel service.