Lijiang | The ancient town looks like a cartoon in October, fewer people in the off-season and great for photos!

The most detailed 3-day, 2-night guide to the ancient town is here! This enchanting dream city is truly breathtaking in October😭 Fewer people in the off-season make it perfect for photography, every shot feels like the heroine of a Republican-era drama✨

🌄【Stunning Check-in Spots】
- At Sifang Street, you can see the stunning reflection of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, the snow mountain + ancient town combo is absolutely perfect!
- The sunlight between 3-4 PM passes through the flying eaves, gilding the stone pavement edges, straight-out-of-camera shots look like they’ve been finely edited💫
- October coincides with the Chrysanthemum Festival! The entire ancient town is surrounded by colorful flowers, every snap is an artistic masterpiece📸
- Stroll along the creek, with the sound of flowing water and red lanterns, instantly transported to the set of "To the Windy Place"🎥

📍【Practical Information】
Lijiang Ancient Town
Address: Qixing Street, Gucheng District, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
Opening Hours: Open all day (recommended visit 3-4 hours)
Reservation & Tickets: Free🆓 (but remember to prepare the ancient town maintenance fee)

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Address: Xuehua Village, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
Opening Hours: 5:40 AM - 4:40 PM
Tickets: 60 RMB (recommended to buy with cable car package for better value)

🌟【Local Tips】
1️⃣ Local costume rental guide: Shops next to Zhongyi Market are more affordable, 50 RMB gets you a full set plus headwear
2️⃣ Must-try food: Have Naxi baba at Snack Shop No. 88 for breakfast, and enjoy a cup of butter tea at a teahouse in the afternoon for a soothing treat
3️⃣ Hidden photo spot: At dusk, go to Lion Hill to overlook the sea of lights, breathtakingly beautiful🌃
4️⃣ Transportation TIPS: Motor vehicles are prohibited in the ancient town, comfortable flat shoes are recommended (stone pavement warning⚠️)

The romance of Lijiang always exceeds imagination
Flying eaves reflected by the snow mountain in the early morning
Green plants and flowers in the afternoon sunlight
Small bridges and flowing water with lanterns lit at dusk
Every frame is a visual feast🧚‍♀️