Lijiang 丽江 — UNESCO Old Town & Jade Dragon Mountain
Lijiang's UNESCO-listed Old Town is a maze of cobblestone streets, canals, and Naxi ethnic architecture. The nearby Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (5,596m) is one of China's most iconic peaks.
UNESCO World Heritage site with 800+ years of Naxi ethnic architecture. Cobblestone streets, water canals, and traditional wooden houses. Mu Palace is the former ruler's residence. Note: The town is very commercialized but architecturally beautiful.
Hours: 全天开放
Admission: ¥50 (maintenance)
A 5,596m snow-capped mountain visible from Lijiang. Cable cars reach 4,506m with views of glaciers. Impression Lijiang — a cultural performance at 3,100m by Zhang Yimou — is spectacular.
Hours: 7:00–18:00
Admission: ¥140 (cable car)