Just got back from Lijiang! I'm so satisfied with my travel guide that I can't sleep

Winter in Lijiang is absolutely stunning! I've compiled this 3-day, 2-night travel guide—definitely worth saving. 🌄 **3-Day Itinerary:** Day 1: Arrive in Lijiang in the morning and head straight to Ji Jian · Xiang Wang Hotel Day 2: Dongba Valley → Jianshan Courtyard → Yundian → North Gate of Lijiang Botanical Garden → Baisha Ancient Town Day 3: Black Dragon Pool → Lijiang Old Town 📸 **Must-Visit Spots:** 1️⃣ **Ji Jian · Xiang Wang Hotel** Enjoy mountain views right from your bed! The rooftop swing and wooden cabin are perfect for photos with the snow-capped peaks. 2️⃣ **Black Dragon Pool** Ancient architecture and snow-capped mountains reflect in the crystal-clear water—breathtaking! Free before 8 AM. 4️⃣ **Jianshan Courtyard** Like stepping into Monet’s garden, the entire courtyard is covered in "snowflakes," creating a magical atmosphere. 5️⃣ **Yundian** A cozy wooden cabin with stunning mountain views—perfect for reading by the window. 7️⃣ **Baisha Ancient Town** Retains Lijiang’s rustic charm. Sip coffee at a café and gaze at the snow-capped peaks. 9️⃣ **North Gate of Lijiang Botanical Garden** Features large prayer flags—great for photos (free!). The newly built colorful square facing the mountains is a photographer’s dream. 🔟 **Dongba Valley** Free entry! Multiple lakes offer reflections of the golden sunrise over the mountains. ✅ **Travel Tips:** 🏨 **Accommodation:** I stayed at **Ji Jian · Xiang Wang Hotel**—almost every corner offers mountain views. No need to wake up early for sunrise; just enjoy it from your bed or bathtub 🛁! Pure bliss! 🔸 **Hotel Services:** - Complimentary high-speed rail transfers and luggage delivery to your room (just the basics!). - Warm heart-shaped towels, fruit, and tea upon arrival—already feeling the love ❤️. - Nightly turndown service? Absolutely adore it! - Staff greet guests warmly—so polite! - Bonus: Professional photography services! No worries about getting Instagram-worthy shots. 🔸 **Hotel Amenities:** - Infinity pool reflecting the golden sunrise—stunning! - Top-tier room setups, all with direct mountain views 🏔️. - Massive public areas: gym, billiards, laundry, bar, indoor/outdoor dining, rooftop café—you name it! 🔸 **Hotel Dining:** - Breakfast includes Yunnan’s famous rice noodles. - Afternoon tea ☕️, desserts 🍮, and coffee are delightful. - Seasonal fruits, a mini-fridge stocked with drinks 🥤, and nut/cookie platters in every room! - Dinner’s mushroom hotpot is delicious 😋. - Late-night sweet soup delivered to your room—perfection! 🏨 This hotel checked ALL my boxes 😍. If I return to Lijiang, it’ll forever be my #1 choice—no competition!