Five must-visit places in Lijiang
Updated : 2017-06-07
(chinadaily.com.cn)
(chinadaily.com.cn)
Lijiang, one of the hottest tourist cities in western China, will see its peak tourist season in July and August. Here are five places you shouldn't miss when touring the city to escape crowds.
No 1. Lion Mountain
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Lion Mountain. [Photo/China Daily] |
Lion Mountain, located by Lugu Lake in Lijiang, is also known as Gemu Goddess Mountain, meaning "white goddess" in the local dialect.
Locals offer sacrifices to the mountain every July 25 in the lunar calendar, regarding the landmark as the embodiment of a goddess. It is one of the most popular festivals for local people, dating back more than 1,000 years.
Standing 3,450 meters above sea level, tourists can get a great panoramic view of Lugu Lake from atop the mountain's peak.
