#Baisha Ancient Town Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
#4 of Best Things to Do in Yulong
Ancient Towns
Address:
Yulong Naxi Autonomous County,Lijiang
Opening times:
Open year round, 24/7Open
Recommended sightseeing time:
1-2 hour
Phone:
0888-5142120
Take my advice! Baisha is the place in Lijiang that's most worth visiting
This is Baisha Ancient Town, located in Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, 10 kilometers away from Lijiang Ancient Town.
To the north lies the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, to the east is Dadu, to the south is Shuhe, and to the west is Wenhai. It is a place less than half an hour's drive away from the hustle and bustle, where you can find a peaceful retreat as if you're picking chrysanthemums by the eastern fence.
Walking through Baisha Ancient Town is like turning the pages of a vivid and lively historical scroll. The town has not undergone large-scale development and has maintained its quiet and simple charm.
The Baisha Ancient Town, which is open all year round without an admission fee, is suitable for a half-day in-depth visit, and is welcoming in all four seasons, with a unique snow mountain landscape in the cold winter.
MarvinBurne-Jones
Lijiang Travel Guide for Four Days and Three Nights | Go to the place with wind
✈️Baisha Ancient Town-Lijiang Ancient City
Just returned from a trip to Lijiang, here is my personal itinerary, sharing with you sisters👭:
Day1: Beizun LINKA (Baisha Ancient Town)
●Location: Located in Baisha Ancient Town, you can see the snow-capped mountains from the window, and cars can drive directly to the door in the off-season.
●Features: The architecture is Tibetan-style, with a leisurely life atmosphere, and the air is very fresh.
●Itinerary: I woke up at 8:05 in the morning and saw the sunrise over the golden mountain in the room, had breakfast, and played leisurely in Baisha Ancient Town for a day, and also took a set of Tibetan costumes!
Day2: Jushe·Damei Huasu (Senyang Linxi Coffee Theme Store)
●Location: Located next to Black Dragon Pool Park, it is a 10-minute walk from the ancient city.
●Features: Very quiet, not noisy, the decoration is Chinese-style courtyard style. And it is a coffee-themed homestay, you can experience hand-brewed coffee at 10 am.
●Itinerary: It's not far from Baisha to the ancient city. After checking in at the hotel and having afternoon tea, I went out to stroll around Lijiang Ancient City, then came back for dinner, and the housekeeper had already warmed up the room in advance.
Day3: Duopolin·Damei Huasu (Big Waterwheel Store)
●Location: Located in the ancient town, you can take a car directly to the door, which is very convenient.
●Style: It's like a landscape painting, with a sense of Jiangnan misty rain.
●Itinerary: Yulong Snow Mountain, it is recommended to choose the Glacier Park Cableway (Big Cableway), we chose this one to climb the snow mountain, see the vertical distribution of snow mountain plants, altitude 4500 meters; the lake water in Blue Moon Valley is as blue as a gem, very stunning, must go; Recommended route: Ganhaizi→Big Cableway→Blue Moon Valley.
This time I chose the homestay of Damei Huasu, it's very worry-free!
There is a private one-on-one service butler, he will remind you of the time for afternoon tea and evening sweet soup and breakfast, and will ask if you need night bed service.
Carrying luggage at the door, there are tea, desserts and fruit plates in the store, princess-like treatment, it's simply too comfortable!
⚠️Details that must be paid attention to
1⃣️ The temperature difference between day and night in Lijiang is large, it is recommended to prepare both thick and thin clothes
2⃣️ The ultraviolet rays are strong during the day, and you need to pay attention to sun protection for outdoor activities
CADEN BECKER
Yunnan seven-day tour guide: Explore Dali, Lijiang ancient city
Yunnan Memoirs 2.0 guide:
1. Departure: Guangzhou
2. Route: Dali Ancient City-Erhai Lake-Xizhou Ancient Town-Lijiang Ancient City-Jade Dragon Snow Mountain-Blue Moon Valley-Shuhe Ancient Town
3. Accommodation: Homestays in Dali Ancient City and Xizhou Ancient Town, guesthouses in Lijiang Ancient City
4. Cost: 2700 yuan per person (seven days)
Detailed itinerary:
Day 1: Depart from Guangzhou, arrive in Dali. Stay in a homestay near Dali Ancient City, you can stroll around the ancient city at night.
Day 2: Go to the edge of Erhai Lake to watch the sunrise in the morning, then go to the North Gate Market of the ancient city to experience the local market, taste local fruits and food. You can go to Xizhou Ancient Town in the afternoon.
Day 3: Spend a quiet afternoon in Xizhou Ancient Town, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the rice fields. Return to Dali Ancient City in the evening.
Day 4: Go to Lijiang, stay in a guesthouse near Lijiang Ancient City. Stroll around Lijiang Ancient City at night.
Day 5: Visit Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Blue Moon Valley, Yak Meadow and other attractions. Return to Lijiang Ancient City in the evening.
Day 6: Visit Shuhe Ancient Town, taste Hani yellow flat peach. Return to Lijiang Ancient City in the evening.
Day 7: Leave Lijiang and return to Guangzhou.
REMINGTON PATTERSON
BaiSha Ancient Town | This is the "Life of Longing"
BaiSha Ancient Town is located at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, about 10km from Dayan Ancient City, about 30 minutes by car, and about 30 yuan by car. You can drive or take a taxi, just locate BaiSha Ancient Town directly, there are parking lots on both sides of the ancient town entrance, which is very convenient.
BaiSha Ancient Town is relatively small, and the shops open relatively late, so there is no need to go too early. It is recommended to go in the afternoon, have a coffee or tea, put down your phone, completely empty, this time is yours.
Travel Guide
1. Snow Mountain View
You can see Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in BaiSha Ancient Town. The recommended viewing cafes are "Hexi", "7sea", and "Yiwatang". Sitting on the second floor and having afternoon tea while watching the snow mountain is very comfortable.
2. Specialty Shops
There are many specialty shops on the cross street of the ancient town. You can buy postcards of Lijiang at the "Chengbei Post Office", there are many interesting vintage knick-knacks at "Zhang San's Shop", "BaiSha Grass Hall" is a literary bar hidden in the alley, and "Bun Poet" can eat rose buns until you are full for 6 yuan.
3. BaiSha Murals
The ticket is 20 yuan. It is said to be one of the four major murals in China. The colored murals from the Ming and Qing Dynasties are stored in the Liuli Palace and Dabaoji Palace, which are worth a look.
4. BaiSha Jinxiu Art Academy
In this ancient courtyard, you can visit the traditional embroidery skills of the Naxi people and the works of Dongba culture. There are Naxi cultural peripherals in the art academy, which can be used as souvenirs.
5. Courtyard in front of the mountain
A treasure tea room unknown to people near BaiSha Ancient Town, like the Lijiang version of Youfeng Xiaoyuan, drinking tea and reading books in the courtyard is very comfortable. You need to make an appointment with the owner in advance.
Food Recommendations:
①Yunwei Collection, their yak meat hot pot is really delicious! Can't forget it after eating;
②Naxi mixed pot dishes, local flavor hot pot is very cost-effective, 25 yuan/person, very delicious
Jasper_Blackthorne_76
Yunnan First Experience: Baby and Baisha Trip
Hey everyone! This is Sienna’s first big adventure 🌍. Flying from Shanghai to Yunnan, who said traveling with a little baby would be a problem? 👶✈️
First stop, we arrived at Baisha Ancient Town near Lijiang. Well… the weather forecast was indeed right; it’s drizzling here ☔️. But Baisha in the rain has a unique charm, just like an ink painting 🖼️. The three of us were holding umbrellas, and Sienna was curiously looking around from her stroller. She seems very intrigued by this new environment!
One of the most fun parts of the trip was packing for it. Well, traveling with a baby means more luggage 💼😂. Bottles, diapers, toys… can you imagine the hustle and fun we had while packing?
But most importantly, we want to share that traveling can still be a wonderful and unforgettable experience, even with a child. Yes, there will be more challenges, but those unforgettable moments and intimate times with family are priceless 💖.
Remember, exploring new places with family is always worth it! 🌏
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UnrealHoliday
Baisha Village - Lijiang's Quaint Old Town
Baisha Village is a traditional Naxi Village. The Old Town was the first settlement of Naxi People upon their arrival in the Lijiang basin and houses the Baisha Murals.
Baisha is located at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain about 10 km from Lijiang city.
This is a lovely quaint village on the edge of Yulong mountain, 30 mins drive from Lijiang, with tasteful craft shops and coffee shops.
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Lijiang Ancient Town- A step back in time.
Getting There -
Lijiang ancient town is located roughly 35-40 minutes from Lijiang airport by taxi.
Attractions -
For me, the best thing to do during the day is explore. I enjoyed getting lost and taking photos of the old town. To the north is Shuhe and Baisha ancient towns, which are less touristy and a little quieter. Around the towns are plenty of things to do, such as mountain top shows, the tiger leaping gorge, hiking and a few museums.
Hotels -
There are hotels to suit all budgets. There's an Intercontinental on the edge of town for luxury, or you can spend as little as 50rmb per night for a perfectly comfortable room.
Food & Restaurants -
If you love hot pot, you'll love the selection. There's also a wide variety of street food as well as buffet style restaurants.
Shopping -
If it's silver or leather you want, you'll be spoiled for choice. There are also many shops selling traditional Naxi clothes
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Autumn stroll @Baisha close to the glaciers ⛰
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Pictures speak louder than words ✌️
How to get there: took a rental car and did Dali-Lijang-Shangri-La
What’s to see: old town with nice shops
Costs: free
Time needed: weekend
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AndyM8
RELAXATION IN BAISHA OLD TOWN LIJIANG
Getting There 🚘
is only take 40 minutes for lijiang town and take 1 hour form the airport. it’s located at the Baisha village lijiang Yunnan Province.
Attractions 🎡
A lot of coffe shop available in this area, also if you like to buy souvenirs this place is the perfect place for you to find urban style souvenirs. like hiking clothes, jackets or hat with Lijiang locals style’s.
Hotels 🏨
The nearest hotel from this place is Club med Lijiang Resort. it’s only about 2 km to get there from this hotel. by the way, this hotel is one of the best all inclusive resort in lijiang.
Food & Restaurants 🍱
Don’t worry about the food . in Baisha old town lijiang . you can easy to find street food also local food . and the best things is, the price is cheap.. one portion of fried rice is only 8RMB and it’s so tasty. and if you like to stay longer , you can choose one of coffe shop around there and spend the time to see the beautiful view of YULONG ICE mountain 🏔️.
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Baisha Ancient Town, Lijiang, Yunnan
Location: Lijiang, Yunnan
This is the most impressive ancient town I have been to China. The reason for that might be the experience I had in this impressive ancient town. We went here at the end of July and were lucky enough to witness the Torch festival celebration of local minority Naxi people. They were dancing and we joined them. That was an unforgettable experience.
You will see drawing like patterns on the wall. Those are Naxi people characters. They have their own language and alphabet.
If you stay in a hostel inside the ancient town you most likely will have a view to the Snow mountain.
I would call this town a “wooden ancient town”. Naxi people traditional architecture includes a lot of wood. No wonder in every corner you will see wooden carved doors and windows.
There are small restaurants with yummy food. Don’t miss local rose petal mantos for which you have to wait in a long line but it is worth it trust me!
There are also small cafe shops and bars with live music for you to have a pleasant night life.
Moonlover
Been Swept Into A New World
Baisha Ancient Town is one of the three ancient towns in "Lijiang Ancient City". Each ancient town has different scenery. What I liked the most here is that there are less people, the town is quiet and comfortable. Baisha isn't that big compare to Lijiang Ancient City but its beauty can't be missed. The buildings here are very well-preserved, the shops are also more stylish. It looks so authentic. It takes about an hour and a half to walk around . You can find souvenir shops, restaurants and bistros.
If you wish to take good photos, you should be there in the afternoon around 4:00-6:00.
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SweetPsycho
Amazing Lijiang - Baisha Village
Getting There - Baisha Village is about 8km north of Lijiang Old Town. Local bus runs frequently from the city to the village during the day. It is much quieter because it is not so commercialized (yet) and here, you can appreciate Jade Dragon Snow Mountain right in front of you and experience the Naxi people's peaceful daily life.
Highlight - Wandering around the Baisha Village, you can enjoy the slow lifestyle of the Naxi People and their friendly smiling faces. I personally like Baisha way more than Lijiang Old Town as the village is much less visited by tourists and hence more local and tranquil.
Here you can freely roam around the countryside and enter various courtyards to see the man-made tie-dye artwork hanging for sale or drying in the sun.
As the village becomes more well known among travelers, make sure to check it out before it gets too crowded.
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Hongcheng
A step back into time!
Baisha is an ancient Naxi town on the tea horse route. It's a mini version of Lijiang. it's very retro and has so many cool bars and cafes. it's not cheap though, a coffee costs about 45rmb. There are amazing views of the mountains You can see Naxi people play traditional music and there are lots of beautiful murals on the wall. You can also buy tie dyed clothes which are beautiful. I will stay here next time, rather than Lijiang. #wintergetaway
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GerryOnTour
Baisha Ancient Town(白沙古镇)
Baisha Ancient Town, about 10km away from Lijiang Old Town, is the oldest town in the 3 towns of Lijiang.
It's famous for its Sifangjie, which was also origin of Suhe Old Town and Lijiang Old Town. I like this Baisha Ancient Town. On one hand, it's still very original, not too commercialized, and the viligers are still living there, and not too many visitors. Some we can still have a chance to get to know their lifestyle. On the other hand, it's so closed to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. It feels like the snow mountain is the guide for the old town. Quite a chilled place.
But nowadays, more and more mordern shops, hostels are coming into the area. So better go for a visit before it becomes too commercialized.
🚎 Baisha Stop, No. 6 bus.
🎫For Free
🕰2 hours would be enough
#momentsmission #oldtown #historicalplace
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Ketty Zhong
Lijiang | It turns out that there is a treasure town where time stands still hidden here
To talk about Lijiang, it was once the dream of many people, but the increasingly commercialized Lijiang Ancient Town is no longer worth visiting.
Don't rush❗️, this treasure town, which is a 20-minute drive from Lijiang, can let you lie flat all day long.
It is located at the foot of the Yulong Snow Mountain🏔️
There is an added sense of peacefulness with the passing of time.
Here, time goes by very slowly, you can drink coffee, bask in the sun🌞, and look up to see the Yulong Snow Mountain.
Travel tips🏃
Location✈️: Baisha Ancient Town
Transportation: Plane——Lijiang Sanyi Airport——About 40 minutes by taxi to Baisha Ancient Town
【Photography📷】The degree to which you can take pictures with your eyes closed
✅Hexi Coffee Shop, not crowded, has a roof, and you can frame the Yulong Snow Mountain from the rooftop
✅The main street of Baisha Ancient Town, the whole street, can frame the Yulong Snow Mountain
ALLIE CLINE
Lijiang is a summer retreat with snow-capped mountains and grasslands
Lijiang is a summer retreat, located on the plateau with a cool climate in summer, featuring ancient villages, snow mountains, the Lijiang Golden Pagoda, and Fuguo Temple.
The Golden Pagoda Temple is situated on Snake Mountain in the Lijiang city area, facing the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from afar. It's a particularly niche attraction. Built during the Tang Dynasty, it has a history of over a thousand years. Admission is free.
Transportation strategy: Take bus no. 15 directly to Dayan Ancient Town. Walk to visit the Golden Pagoda.
Attraction strategy: The Great Maitreya Buddha statue, Guanyin Hall, Ashoka Pillar, Thousand Buddha and Ten Thousand Lamp Hall, God of Wealth Hall, and the Golden Buddha Pagoda. There are 108 white pagodas around, which are typical of Tibetan Buddhism architecture.
Fuguo Temple is the first Tibetan temple in Lijiang and the largest Kagyu monastery in Yunnan. It is located behind Baisha Village, in Zhishan area.
Transportation strategy: Take the Baisha Ancient Town tourist line to Baisha Ancient Town, then take a taxi. Walking takes about an hour.
Baisha Ancient Town
A well-preserved Naxi ancient village located at the foot of the snow mountain.
Attraction strategy: Fuguo Temple was founded in the Ming Dynasty, and figures like Gama Ba have presided over grand dharma assemblies here.
The Fuguo Temple has a cross-shaped layout, with three bays in width, and its main building is the Wufeng Tower, facing the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Vegetarian meals are available at noon.
Wenhai Village is located in Baisha Township, Yulong County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, opposite Baisha Ancient Town across the mountain, in a low-lying valley with blue waters and singing birds.
Accommodation: Recommended to stay inside Dayan Ancient Town for convenience in touring the area, with prices starting from 60 yuan for a standard room.
Dining: Recommended to go to Zhongyi Market, frequented by locals, with recommended dishes such as smoked pork rib hotpot and fried sauce rice noodles.
diplomatical_leona
Discover Bai Sha Ancient Town
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Bai Sha Ancient Town in Lijiang, Yunnan, is a peaceful place with lots of history. It's quieter and less crowded than other tourist spots, making it great for a calm visit.
Quiet and Historical
Bai Sha is known for its beautiful old buildings and quiet streets. It feels like stepping back in time, with traditional Naxi architecture and a relaxed atmosphere.
Culture and Traditions
This town is a center for Dongba culture, important to the Naxi people. Visitors can learn about this at local museums. Bai Sha is also famous for its traditional medicine. Dr. Ho's clinic is a popular spot where you can learn about herbal remedies.
Food and Drink
Enjoy local Naxi food at small restaurants in town. The food is simple and made with fresh, local ingredients.
Visiting Tips
- How to Get There: You can take a bus or taxi from Lijiang.
- Best Time to Visit: Visit in the morning or late afternoon for cooler weather and better light for photos.
- What to Bring: Wear comfortable shoes and bring a camera.
Bai Sha Ancient Town is perfect for those who like history and want a peaceful place to explore away from the crowds.
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Mel小的我
Traveling in Yunnan
So far, my 6 favorite ancient towns in Yunnan have appeared. So far, my 6 favorite ancient towns in Yunnan have appeared.
Life should be wasted in these beautiful places.
Every family has water, every household has flowers, and each ancient town is unique with its own culture, history, and scenery.
These romantic and tranquil ancient towns are really ideal retirement places. Yunnan is beautiful. If you don't want to be in a crowd during the May Day holiday, come to these 6 ancient towns.
1. Baisha Ancient Town
Overlooking the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, with its paper umbrella city gate, it has the unique ancient town charm of Yunnan and is a place where few people can relax.
2. Weishan Ancient City
The hometown of Ling'er from the 'Chinese Paladin' series, quiet with lots of delicious food, it has only gradually come into the public eye in the past two years.
3. Yuhu Village
This place is really paradise, I love it very much, it's very quiet, right at the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, it's the earliest settlement of the Naxi people in Lijiang.
4. Longwei Pass
It's like Dali 20 years ago, with well-preserved ancient buildings, it's the Longwei Pass ancient town known only to locals, and many authentic delicacies are also found here.
5. Shaxi Ancient Town
Shaxi Ancient Town is the place where you know where you want to retire after one visit, with ancient buildings, culture, leisure, music, food, daydreaming - Shaxi has it all, you can always find what you want, and it's also the filming location for 'Fairy Sister' (Go to the Place with Wind).
6. Nuodeng
A charming, off-the-beaten-path mountain town, with a thousand-year history of the Bai ethnic village, the birthplace of the 'A Bite of China' ham, and an important town on the Ancient Tea Horse Road.
Travel Routes:
Depart from Dali to Longwei Pass - Weishan Ancient City (2 days)
Depart from Dali to Nuodeng (2 days)
Depart from Lijiang to Baisha Ancient Town - Yuhu Village - Shaxi Ancient Town (3 days)
Suitable seasons for traveling:
Yunnan is beautiful all year round, these ancient towns are mostly spring-like most of the time, with the beauty of spring in spring and the beauty of autumn in autumn.
MEREDITH PAUL
An impromptu trip to Baisha Ancient Town
Because of work, I went to Heqing and found that Heqing is quite close to Lijiang, so I took the opportunity to play in Lijiang for two days. On the first day, I casually strolled around the Dayan Ancient Town of Lijiang. As someone from Yunnan, whether it's Dali Ancient Town, Lijiang Ancient Town, or the ancient town of Shangri-La, I've become numb to them. On the second day, I checked out the nearby Shuhe Ancient Town (which I had visited before, and I assume it has become as commercialized as Lijiang by now), and Baisha Ancient Town. I had heard about it from a friend before, and it's probably a newly developed attraction now, so I thought of going for a visit.
Transportation: You can take a taxi from anywhere in Lijiang city, and it takes about 30-40 minutes to get there. The taxi fare is also about 30-40 yuan.
Admission: There is no entrance fee for Baisha Ancient Town, but if you want to see the Baisha Murals, you need to buy a ticket for 20 yuan per person.
Specialty food: Yak meat skewers, smoked pork rib hotpot, etc.
Snacks: Personally, I think the 'Mu Zi Skewers' at the entrance taste good, with large skewers for 8 yuan, beef tenderloin for 4 yuan, small skewers for 5 yuan, freshly cut yak meat skewered and sold on the spot. There's also the 'Mantou Poet' downstairs in the writing Baisha, a poet who writes poetry while making steamed buns, making a living here. (His collection of poems is also for sale)
Restaurants: After looking at several restaurants, I finally chose to eat the local specialty 'Grandma's Love Smoked Pork Rib Hotpot'. I personally think it's quite good. The smoked pork rib hotpots I had elsewhere were quite salty, and the meat had a bit of a stale taste, but this one didn't have that feeling, and the dishes were quite fresh. Most importantly, the service was very thoughtful, and the small courtyard environment was also nice.
Attractions: Finally, I went to see the Baisha Murals, with a ticket price of 20 yuan per person. After entering, the environment was very serene, with buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Wenchang Pavilion is a small museum of Naxi culture in Baisha and even the whole Naxi community, where you can learn about the migration, transformation, and development of the Naxi people from ancient times to the present. The Dabaoji Palace and Liuli Hall contain the existing Baisha Murals, which date back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. The murals mainly depict Buddhist figures, and some of the murals' facial expressions are no longer clear. To protect the murals, photography is not allowed. It is said that the 55 existing murals in Lijiang are distributed in four temples: Dabaoji Palace, Liuli Hall, Dading Pavilion, and the Dajue Palace in Shuhe. Today, I was fortunate to see them.
Additionally, there is a 500-year-old cypress willow at the entrance of Dabaoji Palace, which is the plant that the Bodhisattva Guanyin holds in the jade bottle. This season is just the peak of its blooming period, and it's very beautiful.
Baisha Ancient Town is the ancient capital of the Naxi people, once the center of Naxi politics, economy, trade, and culture in Lijiang. It is the birthplace of the Mu family's regime, the Lijiang chieftains. This town is the most representative of the Naxi heritage and is the most original Naxi village.
🏔️ Baisha Ancient Town
Compared to the bustling Lijiang Ancient Town and the quiet Shuhe Ancient Town, I prefer Baisha Ancient Town, a village under the snow mountain🏔️, which is also a utopia in the hearts of young people. Here, you can get close to the snow mountain, with photo opportunities galore, and the town is filled with the daily life and culture of the Naxi people.
🏔️ Wenhai Village
A 40-minute drive on mountain roads from Baisha Ancient Town takes you to the other side of the snow mountain. This place boasts pristine natural scenery, tranquil villages, mysterious lakes, and herds of cattle, horses, and sheep that can be seen everywhere, as if you've entered a secluded paradise deep in the snow mountain.
🏔️ Dongba Valley
Located at the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain🏔️, you can witness the 'Golden Mountain' illuminated by the sunrise⛰️. We set off from Baisha Ancient Town early in the morning, and after more than 20 minutes, we arrived at a natural lake where you can see the complete reflection of the 'Golden Mountain', offering a healing and romantic experience.
🏔️ Black Dragon Pool
One of Lijiang's 4A scenic spots, upon entering, you can see a crystal-clear pool. The place is interestingly juxtaposed with classical architecture by the mountain and water, and the view of the 'Golden Mountain' illuminated by the sun🌞⛰️ here is unparalleled, right next to Lijiang Ancient Town.
🏔️ Lijiang Ancient Town
Lijiang Ancient Town is a national 5A scenic area. Walking here, you can see stone bridges, ancient trees, and streams everywhere, forming a unique waterside landscape. Be sure to slow down and feel the lively atmosphere of the old town, with romantic vibes emanating from places like Zhongyi Alley, Mugu Building, and Sifang Street.
⛰️ Longnu Lake
You can also see the 'Golden Mountain' illuminated by the sunrise⛰️ here, right next to Yuhu Village. Horse riding🐴, blue sky, snow mountain🏔️, lake, grass🌿 meadows, cattle🐮, sheep🐏, and the solitary tree🌲, with a gentle breeze and the sun🌞 shining brightly, the lake surface sparkles with stars⭐, serene and beautiful.
⛰️ Shuhe Ancient Town
One of the settlements of the Naxi ancestors in the Lijiang basin, this place is nestled against the mountain⛰️ and by the water, with an ancient charm, quiet and peaceful environment, and relatively fewer tourists. It's a hidden ancient village away from the hustle and bustle, where you can experience a slow-paced life.
🏔️ Qingxi Reservoir
A beautiful spot with few people, very close to the ancient town. On a clear day, you can see the reflection of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain🏔️. If you're not in a hurry when visiting Lijiang, you can go here for a look, and it's free.
TheCraftyCorner
Yunnan Lijiang | Half-Day Tour Guide to Baisha Ancient Town! Delicious and fun
About Baisha Ancient Town:
Carpool or take a taxi (basically 10/person)
It's only 10km away from Lijiang Ancient Town, half a day is enough
√There are a lot of delicious foods, and it's the closest to the snow mountain
!A cafe where you can take pictures of the snow mountain is worth a visit
【Food Guide】
Remember the order starts from the first one outside the Beimen
1 Mantou Poet Mi Mi Mi
Steamed buns filled with roses, with a strong fragrance
They are big, one is enough for three people! $6
2 Pu'er Rose Roasted Milk Mi Mi Mi Mi Mi
I love the tile-pot cafe! 0 sugar, smooth milk, strong Pu'er tea flavor
Delicious both hot and cold $10
3 Roadside Spicy Strips
Handmade spicy gluten, very characteristic $10
4 Baisha Milk $10
Right at the entrance of Baisha! Worth a try!
So rich, buy milk not yogurt
【Photo Check-in Spots】
17sea Cafe
The second floor is the best viewing spot for a photo with Yulong Snow Mountain
Reflectors are provided, super nice
The first floor even has a cat god, loves to sleep in p9
2 He Xi Cafe
If you can't get to 7sea, try the one across the street
3 Master Jin's Bakery
The bread is like a fridge magnet, and there's a terrace inside where you can see the snow mountain, especially beautiful
GraysonRogers.42
Yunnan Off-the-Beaten-Path Travel Guide, a hidden ancient village at the foot of the snow-capped mountains
The village tucked away at the foot of the snowy mountains is quiet and serene, and one glance is enough to fall in love with it.
The ancient village, which has been low-key for a thousand years, is full of life. The Naxi people's way of life is even more distinctive here, with natural scenery, pastoral life, and cultural atmosphere, as if this place is a paradise on earth.
This is the place known as the capital of the ancient Naxi Kingdom in Southwest China, Lijiang Baisha Old Town.
🎈Baisha Old Town Travel Guide🎈
🚩Recommended Check-in Spots
🌟There are some cafes in Baisha Old Town where you can see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, but you have to make a purchase to take photos inside.
✅7sea bar: A great spot to photograph the snow mountain
✅Yi Wa Tang: You can capture the Baisha Old Town sign + snow mountain
✅He Xi: The interior is decorated in an 80s retro style, with lots of old items, and the second-floor terrace is a good spot to photograph the snow mountain, and the interior is also attractive
🌟PS: However, many photo angles still need to be found by yourself, to discover unique and less-known perspectives
🚩Food Recommendations
✅Baisha Flavor Restaurant: Shuixi Yanghua, yak meat, and shredded potatoes are superbly cooked
✅Li Wei Fang Garden Kitchen: Smoked rib hotpot, mushrooms, and Naxi barbecue are recommended
✅Street Snacks: Grilled yak meat, grilled corn cakes, and other local specialties are worth trying
🚩Special Recommendation
✅Baisha Murals are Tibetan Buddhist murals created during the Ming and Qing dynasties, with a history of over three hundred years, and are worth a visit
🚗Transportation Guide
🚕Taxi: Take a taxi from Lijiang county town, the round-trip fare is about 35-40 yuan
🚌Bus: Take bus No. 6 to Baisha junction, the fare is 2 yuan, then walk to the destination, and take the bus back at the Baisha Street parking spot. To see the Baisha Murals, take the No. 6 minibus at the entrance of Fuhui Street Fuhui Market in Lijiang New Town, the fare is 6 yuan/person, get off at Baisha Street
🚌Shuttle Bus: Take the shuttle at the entrance of the ancient town or Red Sun Square, passing by Shuhe Ancient Town on the way, ending at Baisha Old Town, the fare is 5 yuan
🚴Cycling: Cycle from Dayan Old Town to Baisha Old Town, the scenery along the way is nice, and the journey is about 12 kilometers.
🏠Accommodation
✅There are many guesthouses and homestays in Baisha Old Town, choose according to your needs, with great value for money
✅If you prefer not to stay in Baisha, you can choose to return to Lijiang Old Town
🎫Ticket Price
✅Baisha Old Town is free
⏰Opening Hours
✅All day
⌚ Visiting Time
✅The core area of Baisha Old Town is not very large, so it usually takes about 1-2 hours to explore
KASON FRANCIS
How can you miss Baisha Ancient Town in April, where you can enjoy the flowers, go for a spring outing, and stroll through the ancient town
April is the time to visit Yunnan, and the ancient town you can't miss is definitely Baisha Ancient Town. Here, spring is in the air, flowers are blooming profusely, and you can even see the snow-capped mountains. The scenery is so beautiful that it can be found everywhere!
🚗Transportation Strategy:
Carpool or take a taxi (basically 10/person)
It's only 10km away from Lijiang Ancient Town, and it's OK to plan a half-day trip,
There are a lot of fun and delicious things to do, and it's the closest place to the snow mountain where you can
photograph the snow mountain from a café, which is worth a visit to experience the romance here!
✅Highly Recommended:
Baisha Ancient Town is relatively popular, but it has a very local atmosphere. It's nice to wander around here for half a day. Although the ancient town is not big, many shops are very interesting. I recommend the cafés here, usually, they have special photo spots upstairs, where you can see the beautiful snow-capped mountains opposite.
① Mantou Poet: Must-visit for the queue of fresh flower steamed buns, starts selling at 9:30 am, and again at 3:30 pm
② Baisha Thatched Cottage: Fire pit craft beer bar, you can have afternoon tea during the day, and there is a bonfire party every night at 7:30
③ 7 sea Café: The second floor is the best spot for a photo with the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
④ Hexi Café: Opposite 7sea, this spot is also good for taking photos
⑤ Liwei Fang Snow Mountain View Restaurant: The second floor offers views of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
In summary, although Baisha Ancient Town is not that big, it has more of a local feel. Staying here quietly for five days, you will definitely be able to appreciate the local cuisine and beautiful scenery
NoahO Donnell08
I am wondering who turned Lijiang into a fairy tale world
🎄Spring is the off-season in Yunnan, and the climate is also nice
🎄It is also the most beautiful time for scenery, don't miss the chance to take great photos📸!
🛶Travel Tips:
Clothing: You really don't need to bring too many clothes to Yunnan, just an overcoat for sun protection or for wearing at night is enough, and you can buy a nice dress in Dali ancient town for about an average price of 70 yuan, along with matching bags and shawls~😍
📌Weather: Just bring an umbrella for both sunny and rainy days, it will come in handy😄
📌It is suggested that only those who have bought tickets to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain go to Ganhaizi to see the sun shining on the golden mountain, because there is an additional charge of 100 yuan per person to enter the mountain. If you didn't get a ticket, it's recommended to go to Dongba Valley to see.
📌To climb Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, you need to grab a ticket at 8 pm the night before at 'Lijiang Tourism Group - Ticket Reservation - Snow Mountain Ticket - Glacier Park Cableway', and fill in your information in advance;
📌After climbing Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, you need to take the large cableway down, and then take a sightseeing bus to Yunsongping or Blue Moon Valley.
The large cableway should be taken according to the time slot, and if you miss the small cableway, they will still let you take it.
📌Shuhe Ancient Town: Quiet and suitable for a leisurely stroll, with beautiful alleys everywhere, the deeper you go, the more primitive and peaceful it becomes
📌Baisha Ancient Town is also great to visit, located at the foot of the snow mountain, with many coffee shops worth visiting, truly leisurely and comfortable.
📌Erhai Lake: Definitely recommend cycling in the Haxi Ecological Corridor, cars are not allowed in the ecological corridor!
📌Ideal State: You can get the feel of Santorini in Dali without going abroad, ~ take lots of great photos📸!
Regarding transportation:
✈️: Lijiang Sanyi Airport
🚄: Lijiang Station
🏠: It is recommended to stay near the ancient town
Harper.Moore@46
Welcome to the world-class ancient kingdom of the Naxi people, the Baisha Old Town in Lijiang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site 🙇🏻.
Welcome to the world-class ancient kingdom of the Naxi people, the Baisha Old Town in Lijiang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site 🙇🏻.
🍀 Nestled about 10 kilometers north of Lijiang city, Baisha Old Town is bordered by the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain to the north, Dragon Spring to the south, and relies on Zhishan to the west. It is the ancient capital of the Naxi people, the world-class "Ancient Naxi Kingdom", and was once the center of Naxi's political, economic, commercial, and cultural life.
❣️ Some say that Baisha is reminiscent of Lijiang a decade ago. Here, you will find a quaint commercial street and many local Naxi courtyards, preserving the original appearance of the ancient town. Moreover, a glance upward reveals the breathtaking view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.
📝 The souvenir shops mainly sell two types of items: tie-dye products and various antique replicas. There are also some cafes and snack bars. Compared to the bustling commercial atmosphere of Dayan and Shuhe, Baisha Old Town is a relatively tranquil place.
💡 Interestingly, although the streets here are quite old, almost all the doors and windows on the street have stylish English signs. Some shopkeepers can even conduct business in English with foreign tourists. This is because most of the visitors to Baisha in the past were foreigners who preferred the simple and primitive Naxi folk customs, prompting the locals to learn foreign languages.
📝 Address: Baisha Town, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
📌 Place Name: Baisha Old Town
🎫 Ticket: Free
💡 Recommended Visit Duration: 1-2 hours
Tips:
① The ancient town is not large, so you don't need to allocate too much time for your visit.
② It is recommended to visit Shuhe Old Town and Baisha Old Town together.
③ There is a bus from Shuhe Old Town to Baisha Old Town, making it very convenient to reach.
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obrunoboer
When visiting Lijiang, you must go to Baisha Ancient Town and Yuhu Village
|||No matter what I say, my friends won't believe me, but this is really Lijiang‼️
Nestled at the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain are 📍Baisha Ancient Town and Yuhu Village🏔️
Walking on the uneven stone-paved roads worn by the passage of time, feeling the tranquility and the everyday life in the alleys, visiting cafes and unique shops that love life, is the most unmissable ancient town experience in Lijiang🌸
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🚗Transportation:
It is recommended to drive or take a taxi to both ancient towns, as there is public transport but not many buses. Additionally, from Yuhu Village to the village entrance, you need to switch to a sightseeing ferry, or you can walk into the village which takes about twenty minutes
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✨Some worthwhile experiences:
📍Baisha Ancient Town
"Tibetan costume photo shoot" Renting clothes + makeup + photography, the styles of the clothes are mostly similar
"Artistic shops" There are many interesting and unique shops worth visiting, with handmade crafts that have ethnic characteristics, as well as mass-produced ones. There is a shop that's great for souvenirs, I forgot the name but the entrance says "Send to the future self"
"Food" There is a grilled yak meat skewer at the entrance, blood sausage and rice sausage are delicious, many artistic cafes, everyone goes to 7sea bar and the second floor of Yi Wa Tang to take classic photos of Baisha Ancient Town's signboard➕Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, too many people were queuing so I took the photo at the first floor entrance which can also frame the same scene📸
"Specialty stores" Visited Liangdou, brought home the 'Baisha Memory' flavor
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📍Yuhu Village
"Café" It feels like the whole village is at Pushi, climbing up to the roof to see the snow mountain, but I have to admit it's indeed beautiful
"Food" Most are local restaurants and there are also street barbecue stalls, there is a bakery with a photogenic entrance
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🏨Accommodation:
It is recommended to stay in Dayan Ancient Town, which is more lively at night, or around the old town, which is convenient for dining and visiting the old town, and there is also a parking lot🅿️
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🗺️Lijiang three-day two-night itinerary suggestion:
D1: Dayan Ancient Town + Shuhe Ancient Town
D2: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain + Blue Moon Valley
D3: Baisha Ancient Town + Yuhu Village
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🙋🏻♀️Hello, I am Jiang Zaiye, currently traveling around the world. Next, I will cross the Dian-Tibet route, let's see more scenery together~
The Culinary Wanderer
You don't need to plan for eating and drinking in Baisha Ancient Town, as you won't encounter any disappointments
Last time, I only had half a day to stroll around the ancient town, so I definitely wanted to buy some local delicacies.
In the shop with the little dogs named Li Bai and Li Qingzhao, a big bowl of rice noodles for 30 yuan is really quite good, and the owner is so easy-going. When I went to pay as I was leaving, the owner wasn't even there for a moment, so I just paid and left on my own.
The roasted milk is very tasty, and we all gave it high praise. Later, we even asked the owner what ingredients were added, and the owner explained it to us, mentioning that we could also buy them online. My friend chose the rose flavor, and I had the jasmine flavor, both delicious.
Steamed buns and meat buns, the buns are quite fragrant, and the steamed bread is just steamed bread.
Picture 2 is something super sticky. The skin is different, but the filling is the same, not bad, slightly sweet.
Erkuai and milk fan, I finally got to try them!! Erkuai is a local breakfast, totally to my taste, and quite clean. Milk fan is also good, but my teeth aren't great, so it was a bit hard to chew.
Just walking along, stopping here and there to eat, I didn't really do any research, just bought whatever I saw, and didn't have a single bad experience. Rice noodles, roasted milk, and erkuai are my three favorites.
JourneyingSoul
Life advice! Visit this ancient town under the snow mountain when you come to Lijiang, then go on
This is Baisha Ancient Town, located in Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, 10 kilometers away from Lijiang Ancient Town. It is north of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, east of Dadu, south of Shuhe, and west of Wenhai. It is a place less than half an hour's drive from the hustle and bustle, where you can find the tranquility of Lijiang away from the busy streets.
Baisha Ancient Town is the earliest settlement area for the Naxi people when they came to the Lijiang basin and has the longest history of human habitation in the entire Naxi region of Lijiang. While developing tourism, it still preserves a large area of Naxi residential buildings. It has not been overdeveloped and is quieter compared to Dayan and Shuhe, and you can see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain just by looking up.
Baisha Ancient Town is divided into two main parts: the sightseeing street and the Baisha Murals. The Baisha Murals are the town's most famous attraction, painted from the early Ming Dynasty to the early Qing Dynasty, spanning over 300 years, and are a great place to understand the Dongba culture. The Baisha Murals are also one of the four great murals in China, vividly reflecting the ancient Naxi people's inclusive approach to diverse cultures. It is the crystallization of the convergence of multiple religious cultures such as Taoism, Tibetan Buddhism, Han Buddhism, and Dongba religion.
leona_ortiz_london
Baisha Ancient Town - Daydreaming is also a form of beauty
Upon arriving at my first destination in Lijiang, I chose Baisha Ancient Town. I only felt the homogenization of ancient towns in Dali and Lijiang, but this small town under the snow mountain changed my perspective. Baisha Ancient Town is not big, and it takes only an hour to stroll around. Throughout the ancient town, you can see leisurely cats and dogs everywhere. There's not much commercialization, just roadside folk singers, documentary photographers, children leading lambs, everything is warm and beautiful.
There are many large dogs, so it's not recommended for friends who are afraid of dogs. As a dog lover, I went to an afternoon tea place where you can pet dogs. Two lazy dogs were lying at the door, basking in the sun to attract customers~ I ordered a Basque cheesecake and rose milk tea. The shop owner was very enthusiastic and showed me the guestbook. I read every message carefully, saw many strangers' stories, happy and sad, a myriad of emotions, understanding different lives. The sunshine was warm, shining on the corner of this little shop, and at that moment, the dogs in the shop actively sought petting... A particularly beautiful afternoon. I will come back again!!!
RefreshingSanctuariesByDavis
Heed the advice – when you come to Lijiang, you must visit the ancient town beneath the snow mountain before you leave
The ancient town beneath the snow mountain is a utopia in my heart
It is simple and full of historical memories
It is niche, allowing one to quietly enjoy the moment
On the first day of arriving at Baisha Ancient Town, I was ready
to start planning my retirement life.
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About transportation:
📍Location: Baisha Ancient Town, Lijiang
🚙Self-driving: Navigate to Baisha Ancient Town, Lijiang,
🚎Bus: You can take the Lijiang-Shuhe-Baisha tourism bus line, 5 yuan per person
🎫Ticket: Free
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About the ancient town:
Baisha Ancient Town is located at the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. It was once the center of politics, economy, trade, and culture for the Naxi people in Lijiang and is part of the World Cultural Heritage 'Lijiang Ancient Town'
🗺Travel guide:
Day1: Tour of Baisha Ancient Town (you can take photos in the ancient town, there are many photo spots)
Day2: Dongba Valley (Sunshine on the Golden Mountain) → Longnv Lake → Yuhu Village → Wenhai Village → Baisha Ancient Town
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📷Photography:
1⃣Archway
Standing at the archway of Baisha, facing the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, you can come early in the morning to take photos when there are few people, and you can also see the sunshine on the golden mountain
2⃣Qiben Alley
This alley is rarely visited, you can take photos with a sense of life and slowly walk forward to feel the unique romance of Baisha
3⃣Sifang Street
The simple road, with buildings that hold historical memories, walking on this stone-paved road full of stories, brings peace to the heart
4⃣Yi Wa Tang/7sea
Both places can capture photos framed with the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, very healing, and you can also take a set of atmospheric photos at night
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🍛Food:
❶Chicken Bean Jelly
A taste to remember after just one try, first pan-fried then mixed cold, a very nice texture
❷Naxi Mixed Hot Pot
A mix of pig's trotters and vegetables, great value for money, the tender pig's feet are suitable for many people
❸Yak Meat Skewers
Watching the beef skewers being threaded and sizzling in the charcoal fire, biting into the mouthful of oily fragrance
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🏠Accommodation:
You can wander around the alleys of Baisha, there are many places to stay, and the value for money is also good. If you want to see the sunshine on the golden mountain the next day, you can choose to stay for one night, or you can choose to return to Lijiang Ancient Town after touring Baisha in the afternoon
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👉tips:
1, Baisha Ancient Town is well-preserved, be sure to take care when visiting
2, To see the sunshine on the golden mountain the next day, you can go to the archway or Dongba Valley, around eight o'clock
3, After seeing the sunshine on the golden mountain, you can visit nearby Yuhu Village and Wenhai Village, these places are less crowded and have beautiful scenery