About
A hidden gem on the tea horse road, offering quiet charm and local culture.
Why go
- One of the best preserved old towns on the Tea Horse Road
- This place remembers what a city makes you forget
- A genuinely preserved ancient trading town
Must try
- Attend the friday market
- Bai indigo immersion with local artisans
Pro tips
- Visit the market on a friday
- Stop for lunch and exploring
- Stay half a day or overnight
Good to know
- Go to shaxi instead of lijiang old town
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