The Old Town of Lijiang

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. Lijiang also possesses an ancient water-supply system of great complexity and ingenuity that still functions effectively today.

	Tasting authentic Yunnan food in Beijing
	To help foodies in Beijing have a better chance of tasting authentic Yunnan food and also to possibly attract more investment to local agricultural development, the Yunnan government will open a free gourmet exhibition at the National Agriculture Exhibition Center from Dec 16 to 20.

	Dance and dine in Lijiang Old Town
	If you want to escape from the pressures of city life then Lijiang Old Town is the perfect place to be.

	Yunnan aims to improve TCM services
	Authorities in Yunnan set up a plan on Dec 6 to improve the quality of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) services.

The Old Town of Lijiang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the last surviving ancient towns in China.

Border guards encourage civilized conduct

Geography and climate

Old town history

		Ticket (Maintenance Fee of the Old Town)
		RMB 80/person (only charge once within a month)


		Tips
		Be sure to respect local customs and traditions. It is the paradise for hikingIt is the paradise for hiking..It is the paradise for hiking.

Attractions

News


	Yunnan Technician College's Lijiang branch established
	Tasting authentic Yunnan food in Beijing
	Dance and dine in Lijiang Old Town
	Yunnan aims to improve TCM services
	The third international literature forum opens

Cultural Express

	When women rule the roost
	An end to matriarchy?
	World's only surviving hieroglyphic still thrives
	Woodcarving works on show in Lijiang
	Pictographs heaven sent but dying out

Culture

Dongba Culture| Specialties | Custom | Festivals


		Dongba Painting
		Dongba painting is the oldest and most representative religious painting of the ancient Naxi people.


		Naxi food
		The wedding dietetic custom of Naxis embodies the people's beliefs and concepts, as well as their peaceable and virtuous characters.


		Naxi costumes
		Naxi women living in Lijiang area typically dress in a wide-sleeved loose gown topped with a waistcoat.


		Pumi festivals
		In the past, the Pumis held a large worship to the Heaven and Terra Gods on March 2 or October 8.

Plan Your Trip Around

		Lugu Lake
		The lake is like a beautiful pearl shining among the hills of the northwest plateau in Yunnan.

Xiwa’e Island

A Xia Secluded Valley

New air route to link Lijiang and Guilin

Travel Service

Cafes & Bars

Mini-Paris Bar

Cherry House

Living life to the Mex

Hotels & Inns

Banyan Tree in Lijiang

Zen Garden Hotel Lijiang

Lijiang Wangfu Hotel

Transportation

Discounts on new air route

Flights to launch Anqing-Wuhan

New air route to link Lijiang-Guilin

Video


	Old Town of Lijiang

	Useful Hotline

	Travel Advisory: 0888-5116666 Tourist Complaint: 0888-5123432 Old Town Protection Authority Tel:0888-5111118

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