Introducing Lishui

If you have an enduring love for nature and a yearning for the simple life of the countryside, then why not visit Lishui and admire its beautiful landscape, still untouched by human intervention? Walk along the age-old bluestone paths, listen to the rain from a covered bridge, buy a piece of celadon, or watch silent craftsmen meticulously forge a fine sword along the ancient streets?

Liandu District: The location of Lishui urban area, it is the most convenient transit station for self-guided tourists.

Best time to travel

Lishui, nestled in the subtropics, nestled near mountains and water, boasts both maritime and mountain climate characteristics. Its lush forests ensure a pleasant climate, with warm winters and cool summers. Visiting in different seasons offers a unique blend of scenery and experiences, from the misty rains of early spring to the cicadas of midsummer. Longquan Mountain, Fengyang Mountain, Baishanzu, and Ruoliao virgin forests are all popular summer retreats, offering cool mountain air and lush vegetation. Shankou Qiansiyan, Daliang, and Shimendong are renowned for their spectacular waterfalls, though visiting during the rainy summer heat is crucial for experiencing the coolness of these cascading waterfalls. Lishui also boasts a unique She ethnic minority culture. Celebrating the annual Lunar New Year's Day festival at Shuanghougang She Ethnic Culture Village or Jiangnan She Ethnic Culture Village is a great option.

Clothing Index

Lishui has high temperatures in summer and cold and wet winters. The spring and autumn seasons are short, but there is abundant rainfall throughout the year, especially from June to July, which is the plum rain season in Lishui. July to September is the hottest time in Lishui, with the highest temperature reaching 35℃. If you go to the mountainous areas around Lishui, it will be cooler, so you should pay attention to avoiding the heat at this time.

Consumer Index

The cost of living in Lishui is not high, and the tickets are not expensive. The main expense is on accommodation. Generally speaking, according to ordinary standards, the average daily consumption per person is about 200 yuan.


Top 5 must-see attractions in Lishui

1. Guyan Painting Village

A quiet water town, the best place for leisure and sketching

2. Xiandu Scenic Area

Filming locations for "Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils" and "Swordsman"

3. Yunhe Terraces Scenic Area

Known as "China's most beautiful terraced fields", it integrates tourism and leisure, photography and sightseeing, and folk customs appreciation.

4. Nanjianyan Scenic Area

It is a must-see for photography enthusiasts as it features natural scenery such as the Yunhai Terraces.

5. Dinghu Peak

Dinghu Peak is the core of the entire Xiandu Scenic Area and the symbol of Xiandu.