[2025 Lijiang Stay] Travel Guide for Giogu Designer Castle B＆B (Updated Jun)

I have been to Lijiang more than 30 times My favorite is still this homestay The front yard is the white castle monument valley The backyard is Moroccan style～ The unique geographical location of this inn You can climb to the roof to appreciate the unique style of the ancient town You can also overlook the snow mountain🏔️ Feel the shock of nature Maintains a beautiful environment and atmosphere throughout the year It's really unforgettable, I don't want to leave when I live🤩 Each room in the inn is designed to be warm and comfortable It's like going home♥️ Every table, every room Has its own style Gives a comfortable feeling～ The staff of the inn always have a smile on their faces Warmly welcome every guest They communicate with sincerity and care It's like seeing a long-lost relative No matter where you come from They treat you with the most sincere smile And provide you with all-round intimate service👌 If you are looking for such a place Might as well come here and have a look I believe you will have another understanding of Guiyuan Feel the slow-paced life in a different way~ • • 🏨Name: Lijiang Ji Aogu Designer Castle Inn 📍Location: No. 148, Dingye Street, Shuhe Ancient Town, Gucheng District, Lijiang City 🚗Traffic: About 50 minutes from the airport. About 30 minutes from Lijiang Station.

🏨 Black Dragon Pool Park 🌟Highlights: Also known as "Jade Spring Park," this park was built during the Qing Dynasty and is located at the foot of Xiangshan Mountain in the north of Lijiang Ancient City. The park offers views of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and features the magnificent Black Dragon Pool, as well as ancient buildings such as Longshen Temple, Deyue Tower, Suocui Tower, and Yuhuang Pavilion. ❤Recommended reason: Sunshine on the snow-capped mountains is a unique romantic sight in Lijiang. If you travel to Lijiang, don't miss the sight of the sun shining on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. 🚉Transportation: Navigate to the "Southwest Gate" of Black Dragon Pool Park and walk to "Suocui Bridge" to see the sun shining on the snow-capped mountains. 👍Top recommendations: Suocui Bridge A classic spot for taking photos of Deyue Tower, Wukong Bridge, and the snow-capped mountains. Wanshou Pavilion There is a coffee shop here with a terrace facing the snow-capped mountains and Deyue Tower. Wukong Bridge A great spot for taking close-up photos of Deyue Tower and the snow-capped mountains. 📝Tips: Arrive half an hour before sunrise to see the sun shining on the snow-capped mountains. The park is free to enter in the morning. 👍Top recommendations: Here are some other free places to see Jade Dragon Snow Mountain: Yuhu Village A 40-minute drive from the city center, this village features alpine meadows and is close to the snow-capped mountains, making it a great place to see the sun shining on the mountains. Shaxi Ancient Town A 30-minute drive from the city center, this is a small ancient town at the foot of the snow-capped mountains. Shuhe Ancient Town Not far from Lijiang Ancient City, this town is much quieter. I stayed here for a few days and could see the snow-capped mountains from the roof of Jiao Gu. Wenhai A 1-hour drive from the city center, this place is not very accessible but offers views of the other side of the snow-capped mountains and a shimmering lake. 👍Top recommendations: Shuhe Ancient Town is very quiet. I stayed at Lijiang Jiao Gu Designer Castle Inn, which offers stunning views of the snow-capped mountains from the roof. The inn also features castle designs reminiscent of Monument Valley, making it a great place for photos.

A hidden gem of an inn with snow-capped mountains by day and starry skies by night! When I stepped into the inn, it was like walking into a fairy tale. The unique design and artistic details are everywhere. The castle-like exterior is solemn and mysterious, making you want to explore. Inside, the comfortable beds, exquisite furnishings, and warm lighting are all just right. The inn's courtyard is shaded by green trees and blooming flowers, making it a great place to enjoy afternoon tea. The innkeeper and staff are warm and attentive, making you feel at home. There are many attractions nearby, and you can walk to Lijiang Old Town in a few minutes to experience the ancient streets and unique ethnic customs. Yulong Snow Mountain is also not far away, where you can enjoy the spectacular snow-capped mountains.

Travel Photography Guide to Lijiang: The sunrise over Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is undoubtedly the most dazzling sight in Lijiang. It is a romantic sight that is unique to Lijiang. If you visit this land, don't miss the golden sunrise over Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Black Dragon Pool Park: A Symphony of Ancient Charm and Nature Located at the foot of Elephant Hill in the north of Lijiang Old Town, Black Dragon Pool Park, also known as Jade Spring Park, dates back to the Qing Dynasty. The sparkling Black Dragon Pool in the park and the towering Jade Dragon Snow Mountain complement each other. The Dragon God Temple, Deyue Tower, Suocui Tower, and Jade Emperor Pavilion are all ancient buildings that add to the charm of the park. Transportation Guide and Photography Tips - Navigation: Please navigate to the "Southwest Gate" of Black Dragon Pool Park, then walk to "Suocui Bridge". This will be your starting point for capturing the beautiful sunrise over Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Recommended Photography Locations: 1. Suocui Bridge: Classic view. Deyue Tower, Five-Arch Bridge, and the snow mountain are all in the same frame, creating a harmonious picture. 2. Wanshou Pavilion: A coffee shop terrace facing the snow mountain and Deyue Tower. It's a great place to enjoy coffee and the view. 3. Five-Arch Bridge: Capture the intimate moment between Deyue Tower and the snow mountain up close. It's suitable for personal portraits or landscape photos. Viewing Tips - Time Control: Please arrive half an hour before sunrise to avoid missing the spectacular moment of the sunrise over Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. - Free Policy: Enter the park in the early morning to enjoy free admission, making your trip more economical. More Snow Mountain Viewing Spots - Yuhu Village: A 40-minute drive away. The alpine meadow and snow mountain are close at hand, making it another great place to watch the sunrise over Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. - Shaxi Ancient Town: Only half an hour's drive from the city. The quiet town at the foot of the snow mountain adds a touch of simplicity to your trip. - Shuhe Ancient Town: Although it is close to Lijiang Old Town, it is quieter. The roof of the Lijiang Giorgio Designer Castle Inn is an ideal place to view the snow mountain. - Wenhai: A one-hour drive away. Although it is a bit far, the spectacular view of the other side of the snow mountain and the sparkling lake will make your trip worthwhile. Recommended Accommodation: Lijiang Giorgio Designer Castle Inn Compared to the bustling Dayan Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town attracts travelers seeking peace and quiet. Not only does the Lijiang Giorgio Designer Castle Inn offer stunning views of the snow mountain from the roof, but its unique Monument Valley-style castle design also makes it a paradise for photography enthusiasts, making every photo you take artistic.

Lijiang has three ancient towns: Dayan Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town, and Baisha Ancient Town. Dayan Ancient Town is an ancient city that is very crowded. Baisha Ancient Town is quiet, but it is too small to be visited quickly. Shuhe Ancient Town is somewhere in between, neither too noisy nor too small. 🎫Tickets: No tickets are required for Shuhe Ancient Town, and you can visit it 24 hours a day The center of Shuhe Ancient Town is also Sifang Street, but compared with Dayan Ancient Town, it seems more leisurely. Especially when you go deeper into the ancient town, some alleys are quiet and deserted, as if they were reserved. 📷Photography tips 1️⃣Near Sifang Tingyin Square There is a sky bridge on the second floor, where you can take photos of the ancient town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from a high altitude. 2️⃣Near Banyuan Sunshine Inn You can take photos of the ancient town streets and snow-capped mountains 3️⃣Giogu B&B You can take photos of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from the roof 4️⃣Small alleys near Bar Street Just wander around in a small alley and feel the tranquility of the ancient town. 5️⃣ Cafe There are many cafes and garden-style restaurants in the ancient town, where you can relax and enjoy delicious food and beautiful scenery. 🏨 Ancient town accommodation There are many hotels and B&Bs in and around the ancient town. You can find one with beautiful public areas and comfortable rooms. Shuhe Ancient Town

| A treasure inn where you can view snow-capped mountains during the day and gaze at the starry sky at night. Lijiang Shuhe | A treasure inn where you can view snow-capped mountains during the day and gaze at the starry sky at night. If you want to see snow-capped mountains, if you like photography, and if you happen to be in Shuhe, then this is definitely your best choice for accommodation. On this trip to Lijiang, I chose to stay in Shuhe. The Dayan Ancient Town has become overly commercialized, and Baisha is mostly under development. Only Shuhe still shows me the appearance of Lijiang Ancient Town from more than ten years ago. Navigation location: Lijiang Jiao Ancient Designer Castle Inn (If you are afraid of getting lost, navigate to Lijiang Third Country, and the owner will arrange for a butler to come out and meet you) Inn environment: The inn has two courtyards, one in the style of a white castle from Monument Valley and the other in a Moroccan pool style. You can climb to the rooftop of the white castle to see the snow-capped mountains. There are many photo spots set up in the corners of the courtyard, so you can take many sets of photos within the courtyard. Inn service: The owner, Haige, and the butlers are very enthusiastic. In addition to airport and station transfer services, they also provide welcome fruits. Nutritious breakfast is provided every other day.

If I were to choose a place to stay in an ancient town during my trip to Lijiang, I would definitely pick Shuhe Ancient Town! Although Shuhe Ancient Town is not as famous as Lijiang Ancient City, it is more leisurely, more rustic, and has more of the Lijiang flavor. The best way to experience Shuhe Ancient Town is to stay inside. At night, when the tourists leave, the tranquility of the ancient town is exclusively yours, and waking up with the ancient town in the early morning is also a wonderful experience. In Shuhe Ancient Town, there is a guesthouse called Jiageo. The owner is a young designer. In the small courtyard of the ancient town, he has created a Monument Valley-style utopia. Those who have been here are attracted by the design of the courtyard, and the white stairs, orderly and scattered, have undoubtedly become a classic spot for taking pictures. The backyard has a Mediterranean Moroccan feel to it, sitting by the pool basking in the sun, you don't need to go abroad to feel like you're in Morocco. In addition to the most common large bed rooms and standard rooms, the guesthouse also offers two-bedroom suites, which are particularly suitable for families with children. If you are driving here, since vehicles are not allowed into the ancient town, you need to park in the parking lot outside the town. The guesthouse can arrange for someone to pick you up, and they will help transport your luggage to the hotel room, the service is quite good. 🏨Guesthouse: Lijiang Jiageo Designer Castle Inn 📍Address: Shuhe Ancient Town, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province

| A treasure inn where you can admire the snow-capped mountains by day and embrace the starry sky at night. Lijiang Shuhe | A treasure inn where you can admire the snow-capped mountains by day and embrace the starry sky at night. If you want to see the snow mountains, if you like taking photos, if you happen to be in Shuhe, then this is definitely the prime choice for your stay. During my trip to Lijiang, I chose to stay in Shuhe. The Dayan Ancient Town has become overly commercialized, and Baisha is mostly still under development. Only Shuhe has shown me what Lijiang Ancient Town looked like more than a decade ago. If you're worried about not finding it, navigate to 'Lijiang Third Country', and the owner will arrange for a housekeeper to come and meet you. Inn Environment: The inn has two courtyards, one in the style of a white castle in Monument Valley, and the other in a Moroccan swimming pool style. The white castle has a rooftop you can climb to view the snow mountains, and there are many photo spots set up in the corners of the courtyard, allowing you to take many sets of photos without leaving the inn. Inn Service: The owner, Brother Hai, and the housekeepers are very enthusiastic. In addition to pick-up and drop-off services, they also offer welcome fruit. Nutritious breakfast is provided the next day. Nearby Attractions: Yulong Snow Mountain, Blue Moon Valley, Spruce Plateau 26km, Lijiang Station 17km, Lijiang Airport 36km, Baisha Ancient Town 7km, Lijiang Ancient Town 8km, Baihuayuan Listening to Flower Valley 8km ✨About the Starry Sky: On clear nights, you can really just look up to see the stars. The last picture is a real shot I took of the Yulong Snow Mountain starry sky at midnight.

From the moment the plane arrives in Lijiang, your body and soul instantly slow down. I stayed for a week, living each day leisurely and comfortably. Spending afternoons in the ancient town, sipping coffee and reading books, my friends and I all want to retire and laze around here haha. I've compiled a Lijiang travel guide for everyone, let's go for the holidays! 📝【Travel Route Reference】 Day ❶: Airport ➨ Baisha Ancient Town ➨ Yushui Village ➨ Stay in Shuhe Ancient Town Day ❷: Watch the sunrise on the Golden Mountain ➨ Jade Dragon Snow Mountain ➨ Haoniuping ➨ Blue Moon Valley ➨ Ganhaizi ➨ Stay in Shuhe Ancient Town Day ❸: Shuhe Ancient Town ➨ Wenhai Village ➨ Dali Ancient City ➨ Return trip 🏔️【Attraction Recommendations】 ❶: Baisha Ancient Town Stroll around Baisha Ancient Town, buy fresh vegetables and fruits at the market, enjoy a coffee, and relax. The most interesting thing was meeting a group of kids who even invited me to their home for a meal haha. For photography, if the weather is good, the second-floor terrace of the 7 sea bar is perfect for framing the snow mountain in your shots, and don't miss the Mantou Poet, known for their flower buns. ❷: Yushui Village Located at the foot of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, this is the birthplace of the Naxi culture, where you can get up close with Dongba culture. Highly recommended spots include the Nature God Square, a sacred place for the Naxi people to worship heaven, officials, wind, and gods, as well as the Dragon Waterfall, Folklore Court, Dongba Temple, Lijiang Source, World Memory Heritage Monument, Hehe Courtyard, and Naxi Ancient Music Hall. The coffee at the Wood House Café is rich and delicious! If the world outside the Wood House is bustling, then life inside the Wood House is leisurely. Order an authentic Yunnan coffee, pick a window seat, and have a date with nature. ❸: Wenhai Village A 40-minute drive from the main town, this hidden paradise in the valley, with grasslands and lakes under the snow mountain, is home to herds of cows and horses. Sitting by the lake and watching the sunset is so pleasant. ❹: Watching the sunrise on the Golden Mountain Recommended from October to March of the following year, set off in the morning, navigate to 'Xiangyang Village Riding Field' where we booked an entire lake, the reflection in the water paired with the sunrise on the Golden Mountain is too beautiful. ❺: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain My favorite is Yunsongping, a real-life version of the Emerald City. Lie down on the deep grass and look up at the sky, basking in the sun, as if time has stopped. The water in Blue Moon Valley is so green, like a gem, it's recommended to walk around it. ❺: Shuhe Ancient Town Lijiang Ancient Town is too noisy, Shuhe Ancient Town is just right. Every little street and alley here is worth slowing down to savor. I recommend Tiger Tooth Coffee House, with its absolutely beautiful courtyard design. 🏨【Accommodation Recommendations】 ◽️ Ferry Residence: The guesthouse is very quiet inside Shuhe Ancient Town, with a full sense of design. The skylight in my room even offers a view of the snow mountain, quite stunning. ◽️ Gio Ancient Designer Castle Inn: Hidden in Shuhe Ancient Town is a white castle commemorating Monument Valley, with every detail being quite nice.

Hi everyone, I'm Gedele Just came back from Lijiang, filled up my memory card! The off-season in Lijiang is really great to visit! Beautiful scenery, few people, very comfortable😌 〰️ ✅Winter is the off-season for tourism in Lijiang It's also the time when the sun shines on the Golden Mountain appears more concentrated Going to Lijiang this season, there is a high probability of seeing the sun shining on the Golden Mountain ⏰The sunrise is around 8 o'clock Many people will go to Deqin County, Yunsanping to see the sun shining on the Golden Mountain These places are all far away If you don't want to get up early❗️ Then watch the sun shining on the Golden Mountain in Lijiang City❗️ 📍Navigate to the southwest 2nd gate of Black Dragon Pool Park 🚗Only a 10-minute drive from Lijiang Old Town 🎫Free admission before 7:30 - ✅Yulong Snow Mountain Yak Meadow There are few people here, you can see the full view of Yulong Snow Mountain up close ▪️If you have good physical strength, you can hike up the mountain to see the sun shining on the Golden Mountain ▪️Self-driving/bus➕cable car The cable car can be taken around 8:30 65/person💰(round trip) It takes about 20 minutes to reach the top by cable car The scenery along the way is beautiful🍃 Under the contrast of the blue sky and white clouds The snow mountain is crystal clear Facing Haba Snow Mountain The magnificence of the snow mountain, the vastness of the meadow - ✅Don't miss Baisha Ancient Town A ancient town with a strong sense of life The viewing position on the second floor of Yiwatang You can take pictures of the mutual reflection of Baisha Ancient Town and the snow mountain - ✅In Shuhe Ancient Town, many shops that can go up to the roof and take pictures with the snow mountain charge💰, I found a castle inn in the ancient town 📍Lijiang Jiao Ancient Designer Castle Inn The roof of their homestay faces Yulong Snow Mountain Taking pictures with the snow mountain in the same frame is the best position I have found so far The entire castle is designed in Moroccan style, very unique The photos are very good! 〰️ 🚗 Share my three-day travel itinerary D1: Arrive in Lijiang-Lijiang Old Town-Shuhe Ancient Town D2: Yulong Snow Mountain-Yak Meadow-Yunsanping-Blue Moon Valley D3: Dragon Girl Lake-Yuhu Village 〰️ Now is the off-season in Lijiang, it's really comfortable! Staring at Yulong Snow Mountain in the old town and dazing Sunbathing with the dogs in the old town I think my life should be wasted in such a place～

Compared to Lijiang Ancient City, I prefer Shuhe Ancient Town Shuhe Ancient Town is not commercialized at all If you want to escape the hustle and bustle, you must come to Shuhe Once you come to Shuhe, you must not miss this homestay This is a homestay in the ancient town with a Moroccan style The pure white castle, you can see the snow-capped mountains when you go up to the roof of the castle Every corner of the homestay is very suitable for taking pictures, very photogenic On a sunny night, you can see the stars when you look up in the yard Staying in the homestay, looking at the scenery, it's really comfortable~ The homestay reception is also very enthusiastic. Because the roads in the ancient town are particularly difficult to walk The housekeeper will arrange for a young man to pick up the luggage at the drop-off point in advance Knowing that we are going to play in the snow mountain, we also thoughtfully prepared oxygen bottles The breakfast the next day is also super rich Nearby attractions: Yulong Snow Mountain, Blue Moon Valley, Yunsongping... 🏠Homestay: Lijiang Jiao Ancient Designer Castle Inn 📍Specific location: No. 148 Dingye Street, Shuhe, Lijiang (inside Shuhe Ancient Town)

🏔️Lijiang, a place I always love no matter how many times I go there 🌸This time, I came to Lijiang again 🌲 Lived in Shuhe Ancient Town again 🌟There are new discoveries 📷A B&B that combines the game Monument Valley with Moroccan style. 1️⃣The white monument valley in the front yard is staggered like a castle, very photogenic You can go up to the roof along the stairs. The owner has specially reinforced the roof tiles so you can walk on them, enjoy the view of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain on the roof, and take photos as souvenirs. It's awesome! 2️⃣The Moroccan style in the backyard is very atmospheric and great for taking photos. 3️⃣The small scenes in the homestay are also carefully designed, full of atmosphere. 4️⃣The drinking water in the room is Evian, which I have to give a thumbs up. 5️⃣ 3-400 meters from the B&B is the Shuhe Ancient Town [Flying Flowers Touching Water] Bar Street 📍Lijiang Giaogu Designer Castle Inn ☎️Contact in advance and the staff will be very enthusiastic to pick you up. 🌞Shuhe Ancient Town is one of my favorite ancient towns in Lijiang. It is relatively less crowded and you can walk around slowly and stop at will.

No need to crowd with people This park on the edge of the ancient city is so beautiful You can see the sunrise on the Golden Mountain and the reflection on the water surface. . 📍Location: Black Dragon Pool Park . 🚗Transportation: Navigate to the 'Southwest Gate' of Black Dragon Pool Park, walk to 'Suo Cui Bridge' to see the sunrise on the Golden Mountain. . 📷Shooting spots: . 1️⃣Suo Cui Bridge Classic spot, you can shoot De Yue Tower, Five-hole Bridge and Snow Mountain in the same frame. 2️⃣Wan Shou Pavilion There is a coffee shop here, the seats on the terrace are facing the snow mountain and De Yue Tower 3️⃣Five-hole Bridge Here you can take close-up shots of De Yue Tower and Snow Mountain, suitable for out-of-frame shots. . ⚠️'Some tips' ✅Remember to arrive half an hour before sunrise, otherwise you will miss the sunrise on the Golden Mountain ✅In the morning, there is no ticket charge here . 🏔️Here are a few more free places to see Yulong Snow Mountain . ✅Yuhu Village 40 minutes drive from the city, there are alpine meadows here, close to the snow mountain, you can see the sunrise on the Golden Mountain. ✅Shaxi Ancient Town 0.5h drive from the city, a small popular ancient town at the foot of the snow mountain. ✅Shuhe Ancient Town Not far from Lijiang Ancient City, but much quieter, I have been staying here these days, you can see the snow mountain from the roof of Jiao Gu's house ✅Wenhai 1 hour drive from the city, transportation is not very convenient, you can see the other side of the snow mountain, the lake is sparkling, absolutely beautiful. . 🏨'Lijiang Accommodation Guide' Compared to the popular Dayan Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town is really much quieter. I stayed at Lijiang Jiao Gu Designer Castle Inn, you can see the beautiful snow mountain from the roof, and there is a castle design like Monument Valley inside, which is very photogenic.

Compared with Lijiang Ancient Town, I prefer the quiet Shuhe Ancient Town. Of course, in the eyes of many people, Shuhe is no longer peaceful. But when you turn into this small courtyard on Dingye Street, You will feel that the whole world has quieted down. It feels like I have arrived at a white castle in another dimension. The sun shines into the courtyard. The mottled light and shadows separate many quiet little spaces. It's great to sit and drink tea and disturb. Or you can climb up to the top of the castle and see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in front of you. It can also climb up the roof and remove the tiles. I love it so much. The point is, it's really great to take photos here. Every shot you take is an INS-style blockbuster. - 🏠Lijiang Giaogu Designer Castle Inn 📍No. 148 Dingye Street, Shuhe Ancient Town, Lijiang