Baisha Ancient Town.

• History and Culture: • Baisha Ancient Town is the oldest and most primitive of the three ancient towns in Lijiang. It was once the political, economic, and cultural center of Lijiang, and the first settlement of the Naxi people in Lijiang Dam. • Among the handicrafts in the ancient town, copper workshops are the most common. Copperware is mainly used for oil lamps, copper basins, copper pots, copper hot pots, copper ladles, and other items needed by ethnic minorities. • Baisha's textile and hand embroidery were also very developed. Historically, Naxi embroidery mainly focused on the daily necessities of wealthy families and tribal chiefs, Tibetan thangkas, and paintings. • Transportation: • Bus: You can take bus No. 6 to "Baisha" and get off. However, there are no buses after 7:00 pm. • Cycling: You can ride a bicycle from Dayan Ancient Town to Baisha Ancient Town. The scenery along the way is good, and the journey is about 12 km. • Taxi: It takes about 20 minutes to take a Didi or taxi from the city center. • Local Snacks: • Tofu: Baisha's handmade tofu is also a must-try, but only one family sells it, opposite Baisha Time Restaurant on Sifang Street. • Chickpea Jelly: A local specialty snack. • Accommodation Recommendations: • There are about 40 inns in the town, ranging from ordinary inns to high-end resort clubs, with room prices ranging from tens to thousands of yuan per night. • Main Attractions: • Baisha Murals: The most famous attraction in the town, painted from the early Ming Dynasty to the early Qing Dynasty, lasting more than 300 years, is a good place to learn about Dongba culture. • Sifang Street: Baisha Ancient Town also has a Sifang Street, which is the ancestor of Sifang Street in Lijiang Ancient Town. • Fuguo Temple: It was originally the family temple of the Mu Tusi. You can visit the temple and burn incense to worship Buddha. • Falcon Valley Scenic Area: An outdoor park in Lijiang where you can experience activities such as horseback riding and shooting. • Travel Experience: • Baisha Ancient Town retains its original appearance and has not been overdeveloped. It is quieter than Dayan and Shuhe. • You can sit in a small shop on the street, drink tea, and stroll around. You can also chat with the local old lady in a language that neither of you understands, which is relaxing and leisurely. • Opening Hours and Tickets: • Opening Hours: All day (Monday to Sunday, January 1 to December 31). • Tickets: The ancient town is free, but the Baisha Murals in the ancient town cost CNY 20 per person. I hope this guide can help you better plan your trip to Baisha Ancient Town and enjoy a peaceful and historical time.