Must-Try Local Cuisine
Authentic China flavors you shouldn't miss in Lijiang
Dining Tips for Lijiang
Local insights from travelers
There are three primary types of restaurants in Lijiang: Naxi, Tibetan, and Sichuan. Some restaurants offer more than one type of food. Much Western food is also available, but more expensive. A bowl of noodle costs from ¥12-15 (slightly more pricier than Dali) (as of Jul 2019).
Drinks & Nightlife
There are a couple of local drinks worthy of special mention. Lijiang Yinjiu and Sulima (both commonly available in Lijiang) are modern renditions of ancient beer types of the Naxi and Mosuo people and far more enjoyable than the typical bland Chinese lager. Yunnan is famous for tea, as well (thoughPu'er, Yunnan's best-known tea town, is way down south on the road toXishuangbanna) and every fourth shop is a tea shop specializing in the length and breadth of Chinese tea, the likes of which you wi
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