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Dubbed as the “Venice of the Orient,” Lijiang stands as one of China's most renowned ancient towns. Mytour presents 11 Lijiang destinations for your immediate reference.
Uncover the top 11 picturesque spots akin to dreams during the Lijiang travel escapade.
Heilong Dam Park
Nestled at the foot of the Northern Elephant Mountain, Heilong Dam Park resides, where the waters from the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain flow down to nourish the land of Lijiang. At the foot of the mountain lies a black-water pond, a stream continuously flows upwards from the bottom, hence the name Heilong Dam. Within the park, atop Heilong Lake, stands a five-arch bridge, dividing the lake into two halves. Above the bridge are stone columns carved with images of elephants and tigers.
Moc Fu
Moc Phu, one of the 11 enchanting destinations in Lệ Giang for tourists, is a must-visit. It's likened to the Forbidden City of Yunnan. Once the residence of the largest tribal leader in Lệ Giang, Moc Phu is now a renowned museum. The mansion was built during the Yuan Dynasty. In 1998, it was rebuilt and transformed into a museum of the ancient city. The Moc family mansion covers 46 acres, housing 162 large and small houses. Within the mansion, there are 11 plaques bestowed by successive emperors, reflecting the prosperous history of the Moc family.
The Ancient City of Lệ Giang
One of the most captivating tourist destinations in Lệ Giang is its ancient town. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1997, the Ancient City of Lệ Giang is dubbed the 'Venice of the East'. It's renowned for its waterway system and bridges. Stepping into the Ancient City of Lệ Giang, one feels as if time stands still. Surrounded by majestic mountains, drooping willow trees, meandering rivers, stone-paved streets, and vibrant red-tiled roofs... all make visitors reluctant to leave this place.
Ngoc Long Snowy Mountains
The Ngoc Long Snowy Mountains are a range near Lệ Giang, in Yunnan Province, Southwest China. This entire mountain system has 12 peaks over 5,000 meters high, covered in snow year-round. These 12 peaks blanket a vast area resembling a silver-white dragon in the sky, hence named 'Ngoc Long' or 'Jade Dragon'. This is the 71st tallest mountain in the world.
Thuc Ha Ancient Town
Recognized as a World Cultural Heritage site, located in the Lejiang region of Yunnan Province, China, Thuc Ha ancient town is a dream destination for many travelers worldwide. Local residents liken Thuc Ha ancient town to a real-life fairyland. When visiting this ancient town, tourists cannot miss the corridor of wishes within the Tibet Museum, or the serene boat ride on the poetic La Thi Hai lake.
Ngo Ha Square
Located about 8km north of Lejiang, Ngo Ha Square is situated in the heart of the Bach Sa Resident Architectural Complex. It serves as one of the main entrances to the Lejiang ancient citadel. The square is spacious, with a focal point being the ancient water wheels paired with wooden bells. These bells are hung with individual messages that tourists wish to convey. Ngo Ha is also the name of the river within the ancient citadel, flowing directly to the water lake in the Black Dragon Park.
Bach Sa Ancient Town
A must-visit destination in Lejiang tourism is Bach Sa Village, about 12km from Lejiang. Formerly, Bach Sa Village was the ancient capital of the Nap Tay kingdom. Visitors here feel immersed in a peaceful and gentle environment. Additionally, tourists have the opportunity to learn more about the daily life of the people in this area.
Four Directions Street
Built during the era of the Thanh Dynasty, Tho Ty named it in the region (taking inspiration from the phrase Quyen Tran Tu Phuong). Alternatively, the Tu Phuong street serves as the heart of the ancient city of Le Giang. Therefore, this street attracts many tourists for check-ins.
Lion Hill Park
Visitors to Le Giang must not miss the opportunity to admire the scenery at Lion Hill Park. Here, visitors can enjoy the view at Van Co Tower, from where you can gaze far and wide to see the entire tranquil Ancient Citadel of Le Giang.
Lam Nguyet Valley
This place boasts a stunning landscape situated at the foot of Ngoc Long Mountain, divided into 4 lakes: Ngoc Dich, Kinh Dam, Lam Nguyet, and Thinh Dao. The name Lam Nguyet Dam or the Valley of the Green Moon was given because the water here is characterized by a green color like jade. Viewed from above, Lam Nguyet Valley is green and bright like the moon, enchanting anyone who visits Le Giang, reluctant to leave.
Large Water Wheel
In ancient times, the renowned Lệ Giang Citadel was entirely crafted from wood, prompting residents to store water indoors. The citadel was once adorned with numerous water wheels to distribute water throughout. Over time, these water wheels fell into disrepair, leading the local authorities in 1997 to reconstruct two of them at the corner of Ngọc Hà Square. These wheels serve both as tourist attractions and as reminders of the area's rich cultural heritage.
As reported by Mytour
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourJanuary 22, 2021
