Must-see attractions in Lijiang (exploring the natural scenery in and around Old Town of Lijiang)

Lijiang is a city full of ancient charm and natural scenery, with rich history, culture and natural resources. If you plan to travel to Lijiang, then the following attractions must not be missed.

Explore Old Town of Lijiang.

Old Town of Lijiang is a world cultural heritage and a landmark attraction in Lijiang. Here, you can feel the unique cultural atmosphere and historical precipitation of the ancient city. Walk on the stone road of the ancient city, enjoy the ancient buildings and traditional handicrafts, taste the local food and feel the pace of life in Lijiang.

Visit the central square of the ancient city

The central square of the ancient city is the center of Old Town of Lijiang and one of the tourist attractions. There is an ancient bell tower and a stone lion in the square, which is one of the landmark buildings in Lijiang. Here, you can see many tourists from different countries enjoying performances, resting and communicating with local people.

Visit Sifang Street in the ancient city.

Sifang Street, the ancient city, is the main business district of Old Town of Lijiang, and it is also a good place for tourists to shop and taste delicious food. There are many traditional handicraft shops and local specialty snacks here, so that you can feel the culture and food of Lijiang.

Explore the surrounding natural scenery

Besides Old Town of Lijiang, the natural scenery around Lijiang is also one of the tourist attractions. There are some scenic spots worth visiting here.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

Yulong Snow Mountain is one of the highest peaks in Yunnan Province and one of the famous scenic spots around Lijiang. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Snow Mountain, and you can also experience skiing, grass skiing and other entertainment projects in Yulong Snow Mountain.

Lugu Lake

Lugu Lake is one of the largest alpine lakes in Yunnan Province and one of the famous scenic spots around Lijiang. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful lakes and mountains and experience the local folk culture and special food.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

Tiger Leaping Gorge is one of the deepest canyons in Asia and one of the famous scenic spots around Lijiang. Here, you can enjoy the magnificent canyon scenery and experience exciting entertainment such as rafting and rock climbing.