Whoever comes to Lijiang should not miss Baisha, or I will be heartbroken! Baisha is worth it

|Lijiang has three ancient towns: Lijiang (Dayan) Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town, and Baisha Ancient Town. The most populous and prosperous is Lijiang Ancient Town, but I have a particular fondness for Baisha Ancient Town. Baisha Ancient Town is the smallest of the three, but it is the one that, in my eyes, has the most Yunnan charm. Last year, I stayed in Lijiang for half a year, visiting Baisha Ancient Town countless times. Finally, as a chronic procrastinator, I have put together this guide: 🚗How to get to Baisha Ancient Town? 1⃣️Drive or take a taxi: Navigate to 📍Baisha Ancient Town (there is a parking lot), but be careful not to drive into the ancient town streets, as they are narrow and crowded, which is very inconvenient; 2⃣️Bus🚌: Depart from Lijiang Ancient Town by bus No. 6 (fare 2 yuan) or the Ancient Town-Shuhe-Baisha line (fare 5 yuan) to get there. It's recommended to check the bus schedule in advance, otherwise, the waiting time can be long. 📃How to enjoy Baisha Ancient Town? 1⃣️Baisha Ancient Town is very small, and it basically takes half an hour to stroll around. I recommend going to 7sea or a nearby cafe with a terrace, ordering a cup of coffee ☕️, and viewing the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. (Now there are more people than before, and you basically have to queue up to take pictures of the snow mountain...) 2⃣️For those who like to walk, you can follow the streets in the direction of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Occasionally, you'll see local grandparents basking in the sun by the roadside. My friend and I stumbled upon a small shop carving wooden stakes, where you can drink tea and eat, which is quite interesting. 3⃣️On the road from Shuhe to Baisha Ancient Town, every year from March to April, the roadside is filled with various unknown wildflowers, which is perfect for riding an electric scooter🛵. Occasionally, you might encounter a grandfather leading an ox, a young artist painting, or villagers working in the fields... At sunset, the glow, the setting sun, and the snow mountain are intoxicating. 4⃣️Xiaodao's Coffee, on the road going deeper from Baisha Ancient Town, there is a coffee shop with a view of the snow mountain, a bit far from Baisha Ancient Town, with a 'world of its own' atmosphere. 5⃣️Baisha Murals: The ticket is 20 yuan per person. You can learn more about the Naxi culture. Since some parts are still under renovation, you might not be able to see everything, so it's advised to ask the staff before going. 🍲What to eat in Baisha Ancient Town? 1⃣️Poet's Steamed Buns Both the flower steamed buns and the brown sugar steamed buns are delicious, even for someone like me who doesn't usually like flour-based food. 2⃣️Chef Chen's Baisha Flavor Restaurant A very local restaurant. The first time I went, the place was quite small and easy to miss. Later, both the environment and the dishes improved a lot. I especially recommend their Pu'er tea beef and fish. 3⃣️Naxi Special Hot Pot Great value for money, a mixed pot for 25 yuan per person, with both vegetables and meat, and excellent flavor. It's unforgettable after eating. Their fried rice is also very characteristic and highly recommended!