Delicious Food with Stunning Views / The Breathtaking Old Town of Lijiang

Perfect for Lazy Travelers! 5-Day Slow Living Guide to Lijiang: Old Town + Snow Mountain + Ancient Villages All Checked Off ✨

**Day 1: Exploring Lijiang Old Town**
📍 **Square Street**: The heart of the old town, perfect for photos in the morning (central location).
📍 **Mu Residence**: The palace of the Naxi chieftain, ticket ¥60 (recommend hiring a guide).
📍 **Big Water Wheel**: The iconic landmark, next to the Wishing Bell Corridor.

**Day 2: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Day Trip**
🚗 **Private car or day tour** (¥130/person, includes ticket).
⚠️ **Buy oxygen tanks in advance!** (Around ¥20 at local pharmacies).
💙 **Blue Moon Valley** is breathtaking—wear light-colored clothes for photos!

**Day 3: Relaxing Day in Shuhe Ancient Town**
Much quieter than Lijiang Old Town! Visit **✨Hali Valley✨** for great photos.
🍽️ **Lunch recommendation**: Wen’s Grandma’s Kitchen (No. 18, Kangpu Alley).
🌼 **Tinghua Valley** in the afternoon—capture the snow mountain + flower fields (ticket ¥80).

**Accommodation Tips:**
❌ **Avoid staying near bar streets**—it gets too noisy!
✔️ **Recommended areas**: South Gate or Zhongyi Market—quiet and convenient.

**Food Guide:**
✅ **88 Snack Bar** (Upper Xingren Section, Wuyi Street)
Must-try: Jidou Liangfen (chickpea jelly) & Naxi fried rice.
✅ **Yunxueli Restaurant** (next to A’an Dessert)
Their signature **Snow Mountain Fish** is a must!

📸 **Photo Secrets:**
1. **7-8 AM** for crowd-free old town shots.
2. **Wenchang Palace Viewing Deck** for free panoramic views.
3. **Oil-Paper Umbrella Street**—best at dusk.

🚍 **Transport Tips:**
✈️ **Airport shuttle bus** (¥20, direct to the old town).
🛺 **Walking only inside the old town**—avoid oversized luggage!

⚠️ **Important Notes:**
1️⃣ **Old Town Maintenance Fee** is now optional.
2️⃣ **Rainy season?** Bring non-slip shoes—cobblestones get slippery!
3️⃣ **Bargain for shawls**—usually around ¥30.