[2025 Lijiang Stay] Travel Guide for Jixiangyuan International Hotel（Lijiang old town） (Updated Apr)

😍 Everyone, Dali Shuanglang Ancient Town is absolutely stunning! Starting from Lijiang Ancient Town's Jixiangyuan International Hotel (Xianghe Commercial Plaza branch), embark on a spontaneous one-day trip—it’s simply wonderful! Here's your guide👇 🚗 Transportation Guide • Car Rental for Self-Driving: Depart from the hotel, navigate to "Dali Shuanglang Ancient Town," and drive along the Dali-Lijiang Expressway. The journey is approximately 170 kilometers and takes 2-3 hours. Self-driving offers great flexibility, allowing you to stop and enjoy the scenery along the way. • By Bus: Take a bus from Lijiang Bus Station to Dali City, then transfer to another bus or take a taxi to Shuanglang Ancient Town. 🌊 Must-Visit Attractions • Yuji Island: Home to Yang Liping's Moon Palace and Sun Palace, these unique architectural styles blend perfectly with the natural landscape. The island also features historical sites like the cannon battery ruins, offering a glimpse into the town's rich history. • Nanzhao Folk Island: Surrounded by water, this island boasts stunning scenery and structures like the Nanzhao Palace, providing insights into Nanzhao culture. • Shuanglang Ancient Town Cultural Street: A street filled with Bai ethnic charm, showcasing traditional Bai architecture and offering unique handmade crafts for purchase. 🍜 Food Recommendations • Haiyun Renjia: Located at the entrance of Yuji Island, this restaurant offers a variety of Bai ethnic dishes in a beautiful setting. • Mingqiao Rice Noodles: A seaside rice noodle shop with an average cost of around 30 yuan per person, where you can enjoy noodles while admiring the sea view. • Yiwan Shuanglang: Known for its signature pot rice noodles, the flavors are delightful. 💡 Travel Tips • Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day to better enjoy the Erhai Lake scenery. • Some areas in Shuanglang Ancient Town restrict vehicle access, so wear comfortable shoes for easier walking and exploration.

The Lijiang Old Town Jixiangyuan International Hotel (Xianghe Commercial Plaza) is located on Jiqing Road in Gucheng District, close to Lijiang Old Town and Xianghe Commercial Plaza. Follow us from the hotel to Guanyin Gorge and take stunning photos. 🧡Before you go Book Guanyin Gorge tickets online in advance, pay attention to the weather and bring suitable clothes, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, etc. 🧡Transportation Guide 👉Bus: Walk from the hotel to the nearby bus stop, take bus No. 27 to Bailong Square Station, transfer to bus No. 6 and get off at Guanyin Gorge Station, which takes about 1.5 hours and costs a total of CNY 4. 👉Taxi: Take a taxi directly to the scenic spot, the cost is about CNY 50-60, and it takes about 30 minutes to arrive. 🧡Itinerary 👉Mucha Courtyard: Feel the architectural style of the Naxi people and learn about the history of the Mu family chieftain. 👉Tea Horse Ancient Street: There are many old workshops and shops along the street, where you can experience the original culture of the Naxi people. 👉Huanglong Pool: It is said that the fish inside are the descendants of Huanglong, enjoying this peace and joy for generations. 👉 Glass plank road: Experience the thrill of being suspended above the cliff, with a total length of 230 meters and a width of 1.6 meters. 👉Dry slide: After coming down from the glass plank road, experience the super fun dry slide, like a super big slide, sliding all the way down at a super fast speed. 👉 Slide car: Take the 1,200-meter-long slide car, control the speed by yourself, and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Guanyin Gorge along the way. 👉 Guanyin Waterfall: Admire the spectacular Guanyin Waterfall, which rushes down from the cliffs with great momentum. 🧡Precautions Some parts of the scenic area are at high altitudes and have strong ultraviolet rays, so pay attention to sun protection and keep warm; if you choose to take the bus, pay attention to the time of the last bus to avoid delaying your trip.

When visiting Lijiang, besides strolling in the ancient town, the Baisha Murals are definitely worth a visit! Today, I will share a detailed guide on how to get to the Baisha Murals from the Jixiangyuan International Hotel in Lijiang Ancient Town. Transportation 🚗 Taxi: The most convenient and fastest way is to call a taxi at the hotel entrance and tell the driver to go to the Baisha Murals. The journey takes about 30 minutes and costs around 50 - 60 yuan. 🚌 Bus: First, walk from the hotel to the bus stop near the ancient town, take bus No. 11 to Zhongyi Market, and then transfer to bus No. 6 to Baisha Murals Station. The whole journey takes about 1.5 hours. Although it takes longer, you can enjoy the scenery along the way, and it's very affordable, costing only a few yuan in total. 🎫 Tickets The ticket price is around 30 yuan, with discounts available for students, seniors, etc. Remember to bring your ID. 🕙 Opening Hours 09:00 - 17:00. It is recommended to spend 2 - 3 hours visiting. Try to go early when there are fewer people, making it easier to take photos and quietly appreciate the murals. 🌟 Tour Route After entering the scenic area, follow the signs to visit Dabaoji Palace first. This is where the murals are most concentrated and well-preserved. You can see precious murals from the Ming Dynasty, with vibrant colors and lifelike figures, each with a unique story. Remember to hire a guide, as it is difficult to understand the murals without one. Then, visit Liuli Hall and Dading Pavilion. Although there are fewer murals, each has its own characteristics. 🍜 Nearby Food After viewing the murals, you can find a small restaurant in Baisha Ancient Town for lunch. Highly recommended are the Naxi specialty chicken bean jelly, which is smooth in texture and paired with a special sauce that is sour and spicy, and the Naxi grilled fish, which has a crispy skin and tender meat, and tastes amazing. 💡 Travel Tips 1. Photography is prohibited inside the murals. Respect the cultural heritage and appreciate it with your heart. 2. Baisha Ancient Town is also worth a visit. After viewing the murals, you can take a stroll in the ancient town and experience a leisurely slow life. 3. The ultraviolet rays in Lijiang are strong, so be sure to take sun protection measures, such as bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, and a sun hat. From Jixiangyuan International Hotel (Xianghe Commercial Plaza Branch) in Lijiang Ancient Town to Baisha Murals, the journey is full of beautiful scenery and surprises. Plan your trip now!

Start your journey from Lijiang Ancient Town Jixiangyuan International Hotel (Xianghe Commercial Plaza) and explore the ancient town 🎉 🚗 Transportation: The hotel is conveniently located about a 15–20 minute walk from Lijiang Ancient Town. You can enjoy the street shops and local life along the way. If you don't want to walk, you can take a taxi to the entrance of the ancient town for the starting fare. 🌅 Travel route: Enter the ancient town from the entrance near Zhongyi Market. There are fewer people in the morning, so you can first check in at Sifang Street, where you can see the bluestone road and traditional Naxi buildings and feel the ancient charm. Then stroll along Wuyi Street, where there are many literary shops, handicrafts, and special clothes 👗. If you are tired, you can find a coffee shop to sit in ☕. At noon, you can have delicious Ama Lapaigu (spicy pork ribs) in the ancient town. In the afternoon, you can visit Mufu to learn about the history and culture of Lijiang and admire the magnificent architecture. Then walk along Qiyi Street to the Big Waterwheel, a landmark check-in point. The waterwheel is beautifully lit at night, and the nearby bar street is bustling. You can choose a quiet bar to listen to folk songs and end your day in a relaxing way. 💡 Tips: The stone road in the ancient town is not easy to walk on, so wear comfortable sneakers 👟. Buy water before entering the ancient town, as it is more expensive inside. Don't follow the people who try to attract customers, as you may be scammed. You won't get tired of visiting the ancient town multiple times from the hotel, as it has different charms during the day and at night. Come and immerse yourself in the charm of Lijiang Ancient Town 💖