Travel Guide of Lijiang in China by Influencers and Travelers

Lijiang, also known as Likiang, is a prefecture-level city in the northwest of Yunnan Province, China. It has an area of 21,219 square kilometres and had a population of 1,253,878 at the 2020 census whom 288,787 lived in the built-up area made of Gucheng District.

The Best Things to Do and Visit in Lijiang

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1 - Black Dragon Pool

Black Dragon Pool is a famous pond in the scenic Jade Spring Park located at the foot of Elephant Hill, a short walk north of the Old Town of Lijiang in Yunnan province, China.

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2 - Old Town of Lijiang

Dayan, commonly called the Old Town of Lijiang is the historical center of Lijiang City, in Yunnan, China. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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3 - Climbing in Lijiang

Get truly off the beaten path near the heart of 5,596 meter Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (Yulongxueshan) during a full-day hike on this seldom-travelled route. Just outside the bustling tourism mecca of Lijiang and in near-guaranteed solitude, you’ll follow the path of what was once the southernmost valley glacier in the northern hemisphere. After a picnic lunch, have the choice of extending the route on more challenging terrain, or casually returning the way you came, with plenty of time to take pictures or lounge in alpine meadows along the way. Suitable for beginner to advanced hikers. Includes hotel pickup and professional guide with wilderness first aid certification.

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4 - Shangri-La

   22 km away

Shangri-La or Xianggelila, is a county-level city in Northwestern Yunnan Province, People's Republic of China and is the location of the seat of the Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, bordering Sichuan to the northwest, north, and east.

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5 - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

   28 km away

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a mountain massif or small mountain range in Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang, in Yunnan province, China. Its highest peak is named Shanzidou and is 5,596 m above sea level.

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6 - Shore Excursions in Lijiang

When you look at the tranquil white peaks of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from Lijiang Ancient Town, can you imagine that the roaring Tiger Leaping Gorge is hidden just behind? As one of the greatest gorges in China, Tiger Leaping Gorge is worth a few days for you to explore its magnificence. The cliffs, the fast-flowing Jinsha River (Yangtze), and the back of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, which is not seen by less adventurous tourists, all will give you the memorable hiking experience.

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7 - Baishuihe

   31 km away
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8 - Tiger Leaping Gorge

   39 km away

Tiger Leaping Gorge is a scenic canyon on the Jinsha River, a primary tributary of the upper Yangtze River. It is located 60 kilometres north of Lijiang City, Yunnan in southwestern China.

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