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Why visit Lijiang?

Lijiang is a town in Yunnan province in south-west China, at about 2,400 metres, under the snow-capped Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Its Old Town of narrow lanes, canals and wooden houses, built by the Naxi people, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China's most popular destinations.

Wander Dayan Old Town's cobbled streets and canals, climb to Lion Hill for the view over the tiled roofs, and see the Black Dragon Pool with the snow mountain reflected in the water. The quieter old towns of Shuhe and Baisha are nearby, and Baisha has Naxi murals. Take a cable car up Jade Dragon Snow Mountain to the high viewing platforms, and watch the outdoor Impression Lijiang show at its foot. Further away is Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the deepest gorges in the world, with a famous two-day trek. Naxi music concerts are held in the old town. Try Naxi baba flatbread, yak meat and cross-the-bridge noodles.

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When to go to Lijiang

The best months for Lijiang are March, April, May, September, October and November. Highs then sit around 20°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

Jan
14°
low -1°
7 wet days
Feb
15°
low -1°
6 wet days
Mar
20°
low 4°
5 wet days
Apr
22°
low 7°
7 wet days
May
23°
low 10°
15 wet days
Jun
23°
low 13°
22 wet days
Jul
23°
low 14°
25 wet days
Aug
23°
low 14°
26 wet days
Sep
21°
low 12°
26 wet days
Oct
19°
low 9°
19 wet days
Nov
17°
low 2°
3 wet days
Dec
14°
low 0°
6 wet days
Highlighted = best monthsNumber = average daytime highBar = how wet the month is

Temperatures and wet days are measured, not estimated: ERA5 reanalysis for 2021-2023, at Lijiang, Yunnan. Source: Open-Meteo.

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When is the best time to visit Lijiang?

The best months for Lijiang are March, April, May, September, October and November. Highs then sit around 20°C, crowds are medium at peak, and a week here is mid-priced.

What is the weather like in Lijiang?

May is the warmest month, with daytime highs around 23°C. January is the coolest, around 14°C by day and -1°C at night. August is the wettest, with about 26 wet days. Figures are measured averages, not estimates.

What is Lijiang known for?

Lijiang is best known for culture, history, mountains and nature. The things people come for: Old Town canals, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Black Dragon Pool, Tiger Leaping Gorge.

Who is Lijiang best suited to?

Lijiang works particularly well for couples, groups of friends, solo travellers and first-time visitors. That is based on what there is to do there, not on who books it most.

What can you book in advance in Lijiang?

The experiences that sell out first are food tours, cooking classes, day trips, skip-the-line tickets, walking tours and night tours. You can check availability and prices on our booking partners below — you pay the same as booking direct.

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