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1. Lijiang ancient town
Built in the late Song Dynasty (960-1297) and the early Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), the town boasts more than 800 years of history. It epitomizes Naxi culture, in particular its buildings. The Naxi people preserve a deep spiritual connection to nature, so the buildings embrace local physical features of the area and are mainly made of stone and wood. The houses absorb other ethnic groups’ traditions and create an innovative style.
Snow-capped mountain vistas, ancient architectureand streets, and the Naxi people and their distinct culture give Lijiang its universal value to mankind. The town can spoil you with its beauty.
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A rooftop vista of Lijiang ancient town. [Photo / KevinJJ] |
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Water wheels landmarks of the old town. [Photo / KevinJJ] |
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The Naxi people dancein Sifangjie. Sifangjie is in the center of town. Four main streets radiate from here and extend in four different directions. In history, Sifangjie was a commercial center. Today, you can find many shops here. [Photo / KevinJJ] |
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Red couplets and images of door gods display wishes for good luck and ward off the devil. [Photo / KevinJJ] |
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A modern statue of a woman is in front of a bar. [Photo / KevinJJ] |
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Numerous wish cards hold wishes that people hope will come true. [Photo / KevinJJ] |
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A table filled with traditional Naxi snacks are ready for hungry buyers. [Photo / KevinJJ] |
