[2025 Lijiang Attraction] Travel Guide for Lijiang Ancient Town - North Gate Square (Updated May)

Just back from exploring countless ancient villages, and this one tops the list! 🏮 Wander lantern-lit cobblestone streets, soak in the dreamy atmosphere, and discover unique shops blending traditional charm with eclectic vibes. 🍜 The village boasts a delicious mix of local flavors—noodle soups, Yunnan bites, and cozy cafes. 🚨 Book 1-2 nights inside the village—but choose a guesthouse tucked away from the main streets. Waking up to serene courtyards and ancient architecture beats the daytime crowds. 📅 Visit during off-peak seasons for quieter alleys and better photos. Trust me, Lijiang after dark is a whole new world. 🌙 #Lijiang #AncientVillage #TravelTips #HiddenGems #NightMagic

Day 1: Travel from Thailand to Lijiang ✈️🇨🇳 Walk around the night market in Lijiang Old Town. There are many souvenirs, food, local products and various products for sale. You can walk all night. This place is famous for its delicious yak meat, lamb meat and barbecue. 🐑 Day 2: Travel to Zhongdian or Shangri-La by high-speed train 🚄 or bus 🚌. When you arrive, check in to your accommodation in Shangri-La Old Town, which has many shops and stores. It is easy to find food. The night atmosphere in the city is beautifully lit. Then, stop by Dafo Temple, which has the world's largest prayer wheel. Day 3: Rent a local car and buy a 1-day tour. They will take you to various snowy mountains. We chose to go to 2 mountains: Shika Snow Mountain 🏔️ and Meili Snow Mountain 🏔️ Day 4: Go to Songzhanlin Temple, which is an ancient and famous temple in Shangri-La. Then take a car back to Lijiang Day 5: Travel in Lijiang by chartering a car, buying local tours such as Yulong Snow Mountain 🏔️ Watch the Impressions of Lijiang show, Blue Moon Valley (Lanyue Gu) 🏞️ Day 6 Go to Black Dragon Park ⛰️ and travel back to Thailand ✈️🇹🇭 #TravelChina #PlanTravelChina #PlanTravelLongHoliday

#discoverchina Lijiang Ancient Town not only boasts a rich historical heritage but also features incredibly charming natural landscapes, making it one of the must-visit destinations in Yunnan. The area around the ancient town is surrounded by magnificent mountains, such as the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, with lakes and streams scattered throughout, creating a beautiful picture that is simply breathtaking. Lijiang Ancient Town is famous for its unique ancient architectural style, narrow streets, and distinctive water systems, all reflecting a strong ethnic flavor. I truly love this place.

#discoverchina Amazing view of YiLong snow mountain from every corner of Lijiang, China. Friends of mine thought that I’m in Swiss or Japan, what do you think?

Lijiang Acient Town. Very beautiful and nice view.