The Old Town of Lijiang

The Old Town of Lijiang, or the Lijiang Ancient City, 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.

	A Three three hours' direct flight to Lijiang
	The direct flight from Nanjing to Lijiang, which was exclusively run and operated by Jiangsu International Travel Agency of China Youth Travel Agency, has officially been put into service officially on July 12, 2008.

	Lijiang sceneries
	Walking is the only option in the old town, while taxis are often the easiest way around the rest of town for ¥7 (June 2008).

	Go to Lijiang to enjoy the amazing spring time
	Among all these places, Lijiang is always among the first choice. Tourists can enjoybenefit from temperatepleasant times in Lijiang's spring

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

Geography and climate

Old town history

Architecture

		Ticket (Protection 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


	Lijiang sceneries
	A three hours' direct flight to Lijiang
	Go to Lijiang to enjoy the amazing spring time
	Enjoy the amazing Lijiang scenes
	Lijiang Tourism Corporation will hold the 2011 Annual Report Session on April 6

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.

Travel Service

Living life to the Mex

Hotels & Inns

Zen Garden Hotel Lijiang

Lijiang Wangfu Hotel

Lijiang Château L' Act Hotel

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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