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| Lijiang Travel Guide for backpackers |
| Lijiang, the capital of the Naxi kingdom suffered a devastating earthquake in 1996 but the government of China has invested heavily in the rebuilding with the emphasis on tourism. Nestling in green fields in the southeast of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is Lijiang with ancient lanes, weeping willows, clear streams and old stone bridges. The stunning scenery, snow capped mountains, deep gorges and rivers makes this area a hikers paradise. Home of the rugged mountain people of various ethnic groups; Lijiang was settled by Tibetan nomads more than 800 years ago.
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 DAILY BUDGET in LIJIANG - Food can be had at very good bargain prices, the booze can make a hole in your pocket but keeping the budget at USD50 a day is OK.
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Lijiang Old Town – Built in the late Song Dynasty and early Yaun Dynasty, meander through narrow, cobble stone streets, steep stairs, old wooden houses, shops and eating places and much more.
Lion Hill – There is a Pagodo at the top of the hill where you can enjoy vistas of breathtaking scenery over the rooftops of Lijiang. The great Jade Dragon Snow Mountain dominates.
Yu Feng Temple – First built in 1756 at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain during the reign of Emperor Qianlong only the Gate Tower the main hall and two courtyards remain.
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The Grape Garden – Xiang Yang RD & Xin Le Rd – A Chinese Dim Sum eatery that offers good Uigurian food that seems to have more appeal with tourists.
Sakura Restaurant – Lijiang Old Town – An ancient two-story house along a stream, turned into an eating-place that serves fantastic Korean and Japanese food.
Sifang Marketplace – The Old Town – Perhaps one of the ways to scratch at the locals culture, enjoy pork stews, ricepots and dried ham dishes in Tradional style, all very good.
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Cherry Blossom Bar – Old Town – One of a multitude of bars where you can slake your thirst. There is dancing by the Naxi people in the squares of old town.
Dadawa Cafe – Lijiang - There are so many little bars in Lijiang, perhaps your best bet is to look around a find a place of your own choice.
The Camel Bar – Sifang Market – Another watering hole that may suit the need to relax and have a drink.
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