Lijiang Vacations

◆Some people said that Lijiang is the only wonderland that the God had left in the world. Located beneath the colorful clouds of southern China, it is a place blessed with fresh air, clear streams, breathtaking snow-capped mountains, and an undisturbed landscape inhabited by a friendly group of people. Lijiang is beautiful. Integrates with the scenes of bridges, flowing rivers, oasis, buildings, willows, Lijiang ancient town possess nearly all the elements that a water town in South China has. Hence the fame “Mini Suzhou in the Plateau”. If you want to enjoy a holiday far from the bustling metropolises, Lijiang vacations will be the best choice.

Lijiang is a tourist city. All the restaurants in this town have Chinese and English menu. Besides the local Naxi-flavored dishes, Sichuan cuisine, Guangdong cuisine, Korean cuisine, Japanese cuisine and Italian cuisine all can be found there.

Regarding the snacks, Pineapple Rice, Lijiang Baba (a kind of cake), Shangri-la cured beef, Dongba roasted fish, Naxi roast and etc all won the favor of epicures.

Recommended restaurants:

Naxi Cuisine Culture Center
Overview: A unique restaurant providing authentic Naxi dishes. It is also the only restaurant in the town that has brilliant performance such as singing and dancing provided while you are eating.
Address: Middle Fuhui Road, Lijiang
Tel: (0888) 5182870
Avg. cost / person: RMB 40-80

Mama Fu's Restaurant
Overview: It is a very famous restaurant in Lijiang. Elegant and cozy, it specialized in Western-style food with the ingredients of rare Chinese herbs. Naxi cuisine is also served.
Address: No. 75, Mishi Lane, Xinyi Street, Lijiang
Tel: (0888) 5122285
Avg. cost / person: RMB 40-100

Fulong Snacks Restaurant
Overview: An ideal place to savor Lijiang local snacks, especially rice noodles.
Address: No. 55, Chongren Lane, Qiyi Street, Lijiang
Avg. cost / person: RMB 10-40

Naxige (Naxi Pavilion) Restaurant
Overview: A simple but elegant restaurant in Lijiang. It is a good place to sample the native Naxi dishes and also western food.
Address: Intersection of Xinhua Street and Sifang street, Lijiang
Tel: (0888) 5124841
Avg. cost / person: RMB 40-80

Huahua Shen Restaurant
Overview: As one of the most famous restaurant in Lijiang, it provides authentic Naxi dishes. Its representative dishes are Huajhua Shen Cold Dishes.
Address: Fuhui Road, Dayan Town, Lijiang
Tel: (0888) 5124269
Avg. cost / person: RMB 40-80

Haji Beef Restaurant
Overview: Originally set in 1908, this restaurant is the most representative Islamic restaurant in Lijiang. It enjoys a convenient location and elegant environment.
Address: Middle Xueshan Road, Lijiang
Tel: (0888) 5124631
Avg. cost / person: RMB 40-80

Gucheng Restaurant
Overview: As the biggest restaurant in Lijiang, Gucheng Restaurant provides authentic Lijiang cuisine
Address: No. 1, East Street, Dayan Town, Lijiang
Tel: (0888) 5181818
Avg. cost / person: RMB 40-100

When travel in Lijiang, the local hostel is an ideal place to lodge. There are about 260 hotels in the old town, mostly are siheyuan with a double-layer wooden building. The courtyard is often dotted with flowers and grass. Some furniture such as bed, cabinet and chair in these hostels are from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Some owners of these hostels are locals. They are conversable and kind, so they will be very glad to answer all your questions about this town. Most of the hostels provide free internet access and coin-op. Generally, the price of standard room in these hostels rages from 40 to 150RMB. But in peak time, the price will be a little higher.

Laomofang Hostel is the most famous one among all folk hotels in Lijiang. Small bridges, flowing waters, zigzagging path dotted this courtyard and add much luster to it. Peter, the owner of this hostel, is once a foreign traveler. Lijiang, as one of his traveling destinations, thoroughly conquered him with its profound culture and splendid folk customs. Then he finished his tour and opened this hostel there.

Another recommended hostel is Wanggucheng Hostel. On the second floor of this hostel, people can have a panoramic view of Lijiang old town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Hence the name.

Besides, there are also manly star hotels in Lijiang for your choice. They are mostly located outside the old town.

The average annual temperature in Lijiang is 12.6 ℃ without drastic changes. Warm days and cool days succeed each other alternately. In Lijiang, temperature difference during a day is quite huge. So you have to take T-shirt as well as sweater and coat there.

The rainy season in Lijiang lasts from May to October. The annual rainfall averages about 1,000mm. Remember to prepare a raincoat or umbrella if you come here during this period.

Besides, Suntan oil, sunglasses and hat are also needed.

• The best season to Lijiang is the spring and summer. Personal belongings to bring along:  Short-sleeve T-shirt, sweater, coat, sunscreen products, rain gear.
• Lijiang has little difference in the seasonal temperature but considerable temperature difference in a day. So make sure you bring enough clothing. Even in summer, a wool sweater is necessary. If it is rain season, bring rain jacket.
• Located among the hills, Lugu Lake possesses warm winter and cool summer. The average temperature is less 20 ℃.
• Lijiang is located on the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau. The sunshine is very severe. Sunglass, suntan oil and sunbonnet are necessary for outdoor activities.
• Mountain-climbing is not suitable for elder people and those who have hypertension and heart diseases.
• When visit the ethnic groups or villages, please respect the local customs and beliefs, avoiding be in conflict with local people.
• Never touch the Tibetan child’s head. Only Living Buddha has the right!