The three most distinctive ancient cities in Lijiang are: Lijiang Ancient Town, Shuhe Ancient Town, and Baisha Ancient Town.

1. Lijiang Ancient Town

Lijiang Ancient Town, also known as "Dayan Ancient Town", is an ancient city surrounded by mountains. It is also an ancient city without city walls. The ancient city of Lijiang is backed by the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Every time the climate is warm, thousands of snow from the snow mountain melts and gathers into a river. They flowed into the ancient city, making the whole city immersed in water, which was particularly beautiful.

Although Lijiang Old Town is the most commercialized among the three ancient towns, aside from the superficial glitz, time and history have still given it calmness and gentleness. As long as you are willing, you can still find solemnity and gentleness here. peaceful.

2. Shuhe Ancient Town

Shuhe Ancient Town is quieter than Lijiang Ancient Town. The simple and unsophisticated town is sought after and welcomed by people who are tired of the hustle and bustle. This was once the most important stop on the Ancient Tea-Horse Road and one of the important birthplaces of the Naxi people, with a particularly rich ethnic customs.

Walking on the street, the stone pavement was soaked by the rain. Shops and restaurants stood beside the narrow streets. The eaves of the houses on both sides separated the narrow sky, making the scenery in front of me seem to go back in time. The sound of horse hooves could be heard getting further and further away.

3. Baisha Ancient Town

Baisha Ancient Town is named after the white sand on the ground. In terms of history, the earliest Naxi ancestors in Lijiang were nomadic tribes living in the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the riverside area. Later, the most powerful Mu family moved from Baisha to Shuhe, and finally settled in Dayan. Therefore, Baisha Ancient Town is the oldest ancient town in Lijiang. Because its reputation is not as good as the first two, it is also the quietest ancient town.

Lijiang’s Specialty Food

1. Lijiang Baba

Lijiang Baba is a unique food of the Naxi people in Lijiang and has a long history. It is recorded in "" and is also one of Lijiang's famous snacks.

One of the characteristics of Lijiang Baba is its excellent color, aroma and taste. It is divided into two categories: salty and sweet. It has a crisp texture and delicious filling. The sweet one also has a little bit of sesame and walnut aroma.

2. Chickpea jelly

Chickpea jelly is a special jelly delicacy in Lijiang with a long history. In Qianlong's "Lijiang Fu Zhi", this snack was called As "eating black tofu".

Chickpea jelly is also called "black jelly" because of its slightly black color. It has a refreshing taste and rich spicy flavor, making it suitable for summer consumption.

3. Naxi barbecue

Naxi barbecue is a traditional caravan dish popular on the Tea Horse Road in Lijiang. It is also a local specialty barbecue snack in Lijiang, created by the Naxi people. .

Naxi barbecue is characterized by tender and juicy meat, full of aroma, unique taste and moderate spiciness. It is a delicious barbecue snack.

4. Rice enema

Rice enema is a unique traditional snack of the Naxi people in Lijiang. It has a long history and is one of the traditional delicacies of the Naxi people.

Rice sausage is rich in texture and delicious. The casing is crispy on the outside and waxy on the inside. It tastes sweet and delicious. It is one of the unique traditional snacks in Lijiang area.

Reference for the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Baisha Ancient Town