2. The old town of Shuhe

Four kilometers (2 miles) to the northwest of Lijiang ancient town, at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, lies the Old Town of Shuhe, a village hidden in the forest. It is an important component of Lijiang as it is one of the earliest settlements of the  Naxi people’s ancestors.

 

 

Lijiang ancient town, the home of Naxi people

Jiuding Longtan is at the entrance to Shuhe Ancient Town. [Photo / KevinJJ]

 

 

Lijiang ancient town, the home of Naxi people

A bar street is along the river. [Photo / KevinJJ]

 

 

Lijiang ancient town, the home of Naxi people

The elegant tiles of a folk house are stamped with a geometric design. [Photo / KevinJJ]

 

 

Lijiang ancient town, the home of Naxi people

A girl takes a picture of flowers in the ancient town. [Photo / KevinJJ]

 

 

Lijiang ancient town, the home of Naxi people

A naughty horse smiles at the camera. [Photo / KevinJJ]

 

 

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