[2025 Lijiang Attraction] Travel Guide for Viewing Platform of Lion Mountain in Lijiang Ancient Town (Updated May)

Although in general, hikes are supposed to be strenuous this time we decided to have a chill hike and reach a coffee destination. Well, who would say No for such a killer combo of coffee ☕ and hike. As our journey to this embarked on going through narrow streets 🛣️ of Lijiang ancient town, exploring some local traditions, local snacks and ofcourse lovely people 💕. After a hike of nearly 30 minutes, we reached AIS house which looked like would turn into a wine 🍷house in the evening. But we stayed only for coffee there, and then went to hike little more to see the lion peak from the specified pavilion. Also we found some nice hotels to stay there. Next time we will def do that !! #lijiangtravel #summervacation#hikingtrails

As we had indulged in too much caffeine content both in my series of posts here and on our trip in Yunnan; we would like to take a notch down 🔻 and do some decaf overall. Yes, finally I tried the decaf-ed coffee ☕ which still I'm not sure how it feels. Decaf process involves taking away that caffeine content from coffee beans using a chemical reaction🧑‍🔬, which ultimately results in less endorphin acceleration. Also it is a way to get yourselves cleaned, and so the next time you will get even more high while drinking coffee. This place amidst the Lijiang town, you get the view of Lion 🦁 mountain with some cool setup made for photoshoot. Worth to sweat it out !! 🥸 #coffeeshop #urbanexplorer #summerdays#urbanexplorer#tripfoodie

Lijiang is located on the southern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, in the northwest of Yunnan Province. It is connected to the Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture and Panzhihua City in the east, and Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture in the south. During the Paleolithic Age, late Homo sapiens were already active in Lijiang. During the Warring States period, it belonged to the Shu Prefecture of the Qin Kingdom. After Zhuang Qiao of Chu opened up Yunnan, it belonged to the Dian Kingdom. Lijiang has three world heritages: culture, nature, and memory, as well as the Naxi Dongba culture and the matriarchal culture of Lugu Lake. The ancient city of Lijiang was built in the late Song and early Yuan dynasties. When the Mu family ancestors of Lijiang moved the ruling center from Baisha Ancient Town to Lion Mountain, they began to build the city. The establishment of the Tusi system in the Ming Dynasty marked the first glorious period in the history of the ancient city of Lijiang. The streets of Dayan Ancient City are built along the mountains and rivers, with attractions such as the Mu Mansion, Wangu Tower, Sifang Street, and Wenchang Palace. Driving back to Lijiang from Shangri-La and checking into the Indigo Hotel in the Ancient City. The hotel is located at the South Gate of the ancient town, a great location. The hotel is fully integrated into the surrounding environment of the ancient city, combining Naxi, Tibetan, and Tea Horse Road cultural elements. It is a great choice for off-peak travel. The handsome guy at the hotel front desk also upgraded me to a deluxe suite for free. It's so beautiful. When I came to Lijiang, I stayed at the InterContinental Hotel next door, so I am very familiar with the surrounding environment. The breakfast buffet is also at the InterContinental Hotel, which is very good. I also went to the ancient city for a walk, a wonderful time.

Lijiang is located on the southeastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and the northwestern Yunnan Plateau, bordering Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture and Panzhihua City to the east, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture to the south, and Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture to the northwest. Late Homo sapiens were active in Lijiang during the Paleolithic Age. During the Warring States Period, it belonged to the Shu County of the Qin State. After Zhuang Qiao of the Chu State conquered Yunnan, it belonged to the Dian Kingdom. Lijiang has three world heritages: cultural, natural, and memory. It also has Naxi Dongba culture, Lugu Lake matriarchal culture, etc. Lijiang Ancient City includes Dayan Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town, and Baisha Ancient Town. Lijiang Ancient City was built in the late Song and early Yuan dynasties. The ancestors of the Lijiang Mu family moved the ruling center from Baisha Ancient Town to Lion Mountain and began to build the city. The establishment of the Tusi system in the Ming Dynasty made Lijiang Ancient City enter the first glorious period in history. The streets in Dayan Ancient City are built along the mountains and rivers, with attractions such as Mufu, Wangu Tower, Sifang Street, Kegongfang, and Wenchang Palace. Mufu, the Tusi government office of the Mu family, originated in the Yuan Dynasty and flourished in the Ming Dynasty. The main building was built in the Ming Dynasty and rebuilt in 1988. Mufu reflects the architectural style of the Central Plains in the Ming Dynasty and also witnesses the spirit of Naxi traditional culture. The central axis building faces west and east, welcoming the rising sun and gaining wood energy. The Azure Dragon (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain) is on the left, the White Tiger (Tiger Mountain) is on the right, the Red Bird (Turtle Mountain and Snake Mountain) is in front, and the Black Tortoise (Lion Mountain) is behind. Along the central axis, Loyalty Archway, Council Hall, Wanjuan Building, Yuyin Building, Dharma Hall, Sanqing Hall, and Guojielou are built according to the terrain. On the north side is the Mu family courtyard with three courtyards. Between the two groups of buildings is a garden. Xu Xiake, a travel geographer, was invited to Lijiang by Tusi Mu Zeng. The two hit it off at first sight and had a deep relationship. Driving from Dali to Lijiang, first check in to the InterContinental Lijiang Ancient Town Resort. The hotel has an excellent location. You can walk to the ancient city after exiting the back door. This time, we mainly visited Lijiang Ancient City, which mainly refers to Dayan Ancient Town, and also visited Baisha Ancient Town. We took the cable car to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and stayed at the most beautiful snow mountain hotel, Jinmao Purelax Mountain Hotel Lijiang, at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Good times in Lijiang

Hey everyone! Here's a super detailed guide for a 6-day tour of Lijiang-Yulong Snow Mountain in Yunnan. Save it now so you don't get lost~ -------- 🚩Itinerary: D1: Green Lake Park -> Dianchi Lake -> Grand View Pavilion -> West Hill Scenic Area -> Yunnan Nationalities Village -> Jinma Biji Archway Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kunming and experience the diverse culture of Yunnan. D2: Stone Forest Scenic Area Explore the unique karst landforms and marvel at the wonders of nature. D3: Ideal City -> Nanzhao Style Island -> Erhai Lake Take a trip around Erhai Lake and experience the blend of Bai culture with the picturesque scenery of the lake and mountains. D4: Yulong Snow Mountain -> Yulong Snow Mountain Cableway -> Lijiang Eternal Love Show -> Lijiang Old Town -> Lion Hill Viewing Platform in Lijiang Old Town Conquer Yulong Snow Mountain, experience the thrilling cable car ride, and then visit the old town to appreciate the Naxi culture. D5: Shuhe Ancient Town -> Impression Lijiang Show -> Blue Moon Valley Stroll through the ancient town, watch the Impression Lijiang show, and discover the tranquil beauty of Blue Moon Valley. D6: Kunming -> Tourist Distribution Center -> Complimentary 24-hour transfer service to the airport -> End of the pleasant trip Prepare for your return journey, filled with wonderful memories. -------- Tips: - Photo spots: Blue Moon Valley at the foot of Yulong Snow Mountain, where the turquoise water reflects the sky, is perfect for taking photos📸. - Must-try food: Lijiang Baba, a soft, sweet, and glutinous Naxi specialty🍪. - February climate: Although it is winter, the daytime is sunny and pleasant, suitable for outdoor activities🌞; it is cold at night, so bring warm clothes🧣. -------- Exploring Yulong Snow Mountain is that simple and fun. Don't forget to share your travel stories with me!🏔️✨

Hey friends! Here's a beginner's guide to traveling in Yunnan! A 5-day in-depth tour of Kunming, Dali, and Lijiang. Explore Yunnan with this guide! Don't miss it~ . 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: 🌍Arrive in Kunming, enjoy free time, and experience the charm of the Spring City! Day 2: Explore the Stone Forest Scenic Area and admire the unique karst landforms. Day 3: Boat on Dali West Lake -> Stroll through Ideal State -> Tour Erhai Lake -> Visit Dali Ancient City -> Night tour of Foreigner Street and experience the colorful Bai culture. Day 4: Visit Heqing Xinhua Silverware Town -> Conquer Jade Dragon Snow Mountain -> Take the Glacier Park Cableway -> Watch the "Impression Lijiang" performance -> Stroll through Lijiang Ancient City -> Climb to the top of the Lion Hill Observation Deck in Lijiang Ancient City and enjoy a panoramic view of the ancient city. Day 5: Travel through Shuhe Ancient Town -> Experience the history of the Bridge of Release -> Explore the mystery of the Nine-Dragon Pool and end your wonderful trip to Yunnan. . Travel tips: 🛫You can take the subway or bus from the airport to Kunming city center, which is convenient and fast. 📸Don't miss Kunming's Xishan and Dianchi Lake, Dali's Erhai Lake, and Lijiang's ancient city, all of which are great places for photos! 🎁Compare prices when buying local specialties to avoid being overcharged. 🎉Experience Bai dance and Naxi ancient music to experience Yunnan's unique folk culture. . 🌟Come to Yunnan and experience the romance from Kunming to Dali, and then the dreamlike Lijiang. The beautiful scenery along the way will make your trip worthwhile!🌟

A local friend from Lijiang recommended this night market to me, and it's really great to explore~ It's not far from the ancient town, you can walk there. Here, you can eat while listening to songs and watching performances, it's so interesting that you won't want to leave~ - As I walked through, I found all kinds of snacks and delicacies, completely satisfying🈶️ Spicy beef, grilled rice cakes, seafood in sauce, spicy chicken, lemongrass grilled fish... all taste very good. The best part is the atmosphere here is particularly great, with people singing and young men and women dancing traditional dances together, it's so relaxing! 📍Lion Mountain Night Market

Lijiang Ancient Town Travel Photography Lijiang Dayan Ancient Town, a historical village of the Naxi ethnic group in Yunnan. Small bridges and flowing water, ancient charm. The travel photography experience in the ancient town is probably the most cost-effective in Yunnan. Prices start from 99 yuan. Walking through the ancient town, you can experience the costumes of various ethnic minorities such as the Naxi and Bai, as well as various martial arts drama costumes. Recommended shooting spots Lion Hill Viewing Platform and Wenchang Palace Viewing Platform, Lion Hill ticket is 35 yuan, Wenchang Palace is free. You can take panoramic photos from above. Big Waterwheel, a landmark scenery of the ancient town. Dayan Flower Alley, the beautiful scene where every house has water and every household has flowers. Sifang Street, the center of the ancient town, with many small alleys around for photography. Time: It is recommended to shoot in the early morning or evening when the light is soft.