大研古城

Dayan Ancient Town is commonly known as the Old Town of Lijiang. It is surrounded by streams and crisscrossed by streets and alleys. It is lively during the day and gently lit at night. It is the place with the strongest everyday atmosphere in Lijiang.

束河古镇

Shuhe is an old Tea Horse Road town where streams run through quiet lanes. It is calmer than Dayan Old Town and suits a relaxed half-day or full-day walk.

白沙古镇与白沙壁画

Baisha is an earlier settlement among the world heritage sites of Lijiang Ancient City, located at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The religious buildings preserve murals that have been gradually formed since the 13th century, integrating Buddhism, Taoism, Naxi and other local image traditions, reflecting cultural exchanges; the surrounding residences and fields retain a smaller-scale settlement pattern than Dayan.