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Explore The Unknown Ancient Village Camping In Yunnan

In addition to the well-known camping spots, Yunnan also has many primitive, low-key and mysterious places. However, the nine mysterious ancient villages hidden in the mountains are the real paradise in Yunnan. Today I will take you into the little-known ancient village with a thousand years history and experience its unique style. This is a good place for traveling and camping, and you can also explore the unknown for thousands of years.

Wengding Ancient Village

A primitive social village of the Wa people with hundreds of years of history. Between the blue sky, white clouds, mountains and streams, there live the kind and enthusiastic Wengding people. Unfortunately, a fire destroyed only 4 of the 105 original Wa thatched houses.

Shaxi Ancient Town

In the low-key Shaxi Ancient Town, stroll through the ancient streets and step onto the ancient stage. You can enjoy the shops and horse shops on Sifang Street and listen to the ancient music in Shaxi Cave.

Zhanglang Ancient Village

As a village with a history of thousands of years, Zhanglang still retains its ancient history, culture and folk customs. The wooden house built on the mountain is original. Different houses and living environments, simple folk customs, and quiet atmosphere. Ancient temples, tea gardens and white pagodas of Theravada Buddhism. There is also the fresh air and the beauty of watching the Milky Way in the sky at night.

Heshun Overseas Chinese Village

Heshun is a century-old village that integrates the cultural characteristics of the Central Plains. Because there is a small river passing through the village, the name "Heshun" comes from this. Shops on the street are open in twos and threes, and everything is very original.

Baisha Ancient Town

Baisha Ancient Town has maintained the traditional work and lifestyle of the Naxi people for thousands of years. A quiet and simple village, when you come here, you just want to stay a few more days.

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Many residents here do not speak Chinese and still retain the customs of Nanzhao and a primitive life without competition. You will meet Yi villagers wearing traditional costumes here, which will give you the illusion of traveling back in time.

Bingzhongluo

Bingzhongluo is not only a beautiful pastoral scenery. Along the ancient Tea Horse Road, the fields are quiet and peaceful. Not only are the primeval forests dense, but the snow-capped mountains are also magnificent.

Nuodeng Ancient Town

A Bai village hidden in the mountains has never changed its name for thousands of years. Many people have never heard of it, but it has kept a low profile for thousands of years. The oldest tree here is over 800 years old.

Gumo Village

The name really sounds nice. The peaceful Gumo Village is accompanied by flowing water. The cabin built against the mountain has a quiet and leisurely feel, hidden among the mountains.

After reading this, do you really want to go to Yunnan? On sunny weekends, it’s a great time to go camping in these primitive villages. Get together with a few friends and plan a well-planned and prepared trip to explore the unknown.

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Embracing the Nakhi culture and the breathtaking mountain views, the Amandayan Resort lies on the hillside just above the UNESCO-protected Old Town of Lijiang. Architect and Aman design veteran, Edward Tuttle, sought inspiration from the traditional architectural styles of the local people.

Amandayan Resort Technical Information

Architects: Edward Tuttle

Location: Lijiang, China

Material: Wood, Stone

Topics: Unesco Heritage, Renovation, Resort, Spa

Area: 1.6 hectares (4 acres)

Project Year: 2015

Photographs: © Courtesy of AMAN

Lijiang is known for its unique Nakhi architecture and is a treasure trove of history and culture.

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The property draws its name from the Sanskrit-derived word for ‘peace’ and Dayan, the historical name for Lijiang when the ruling Mu family first established it in the 13th century. Lijiang is known for its unique Nakhi architecture and is a treasure trove of history and culture. The Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is as famous for its intricate system of canals as for the traditional embroidery of its artisans.

Set atop Lion Hill above the winding lanes and canals, Amandayan is a serene retreat with panoramic views. The fabled city merges into a patchwork of fields that lap against snow-capped peaks on the horizon.

Featuring detailed Nakhi embroidery and carved wooden screens, Amandayan’s 35 suites open onto tranquil courtyards and offer consummate privacy in exquisite surroundings. Graceful and elegant with clean, simple lines, the suites are contemporary in style yet still unmistakably Chinese, decorated with materials and fabrics from the region. For the interiors, designer Jaya Ibrahim employed intricate wood carvings, embroidered Nakhi textiles, and furnishings crafted from local pine and elm. The spacious balconies, in particular, make the most of its dramatic setting of snow-capped mountains, mirror-flat lake, green fields, and pine forests.

Lijiang’s UNESCO World Heritage Site also incorporates Baisha and Shuhe, two historic villages. Shuhe is known for its cobblers, while Baisha was the former capital of the Nakhi and has changed very little over the centuries. Baoshan Stone Village is another picturesque site nearby, where houses and even furniture were traditionally made of stone.

For the interiors, designer Jaya Ibrahim employed intricate wood carvings, embroidered Nakhi textiles, and furnishings crafted from local pine and elm.

The Resort also offers a Tea House, where visitors can savor delicate dim sum and traditional Chinese tea.

There is also an in-house museum opposite the traditional Tea House, developed in collaboration with National Geographic. The museum houses information, photographs, and original artifacts relating to the famed Austrian-American Botanist Joseph Rock, who made Lijiang his home for several years before the 1949 Communist revolution.

An Aman Spa overlooks a heated outdoor swimming pool, informed by traditional Chinese medicine. Four treatment rooms are equipped with a steam shower and a peaceful relaxation area, and two additional wet treatment suites host scrubs, baths, and wraps. The spa is also home to a fully equipped gym and a Pilates studio.

The consistently graceful and clean design is typical of Aman: contemporary and luxurious yet unarguably a deeply considered product of its environment.

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About Edward Tuttle

After gaining much of his early design experience in Asia – where he spent seven years working on hotel projects across the region – Tuttle set up his firm, Design Realization, in 1977. Based in Paris, the studio undertakes the entire aesthetic of its projects, overseeing the architecture, interior architecture, and furniture design.

Its portfolio comprises residential and Resort projects, including several properties for Park Hyatt and many for Aman, where Tuttle developed a close friendship with founder Adrian Zecha. Along with Kerry Hill, John Heah, and Jean-Michel Gathy, he is credited with setting a new standard in resort design.

One of his most notable projects – Amanpuri in Phuket, Thailand – opened in 1988 and marked the beginning of a new chapter in hospitality design, paving the way for contemporary destination hotels. Tuttle was also renowned for reflecting the cultural flavor and feel of the places in which his projects were built and would strive to use local materials and techniques right to the architecture of each location.

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Amandayan Resort in Lijiang, China / Ed Tuttle #hospitality #edtuttle #resort #chinesearchitecture Embracing the Nakhi culture and the breathtaking mountain views, the Amandayan Resort lies on the hillside just above the UNESCO-protected Old Town of Lijiang.

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Z'scape designs Hylla Alpine Garden as a "place of comfort, solitude and peace"

A meandering wooden path leads towards a centuries-old oak tree situated at the centre of this alpine garden in China's Yulong County, which landscape design studio Z'scape created to celebrate the region's native plants and indigenous culture.

The Hylla Alpine Garden project forms part of the Lijiang Hylla Vintage Hotel complex in the foothills of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang, Yunnan province.

Z'scape added winding paths throughout the alpine garden in Lijiang

The garden was designed by Beijing-based studio Z'scape and is shortlisted in the landscape category of Dezeen Awards 2021.

The hotel project is inserted carefully into the existing landscape, and features buildings constructed using reclaimed and local materials to ensure it links the past with the present.

Local stonemasons and craftspeople were employed to create the garden's architectural features

The landscaping adopts a similar approach, employing local stonemasons and carpenters to create a contemporary design that feels connected to the site's history.

Native plants, local stones, textures and water features that recall the wells found in nearby villages all contribute to an environment that invites visitors to explore the local culture.

"The design effort draws upon the site," explained the architects, "establishing a distinct closeness with indigenous Naxi culture and alpine nature in creating a place of comfort, solitude and peace."

A water feature was designed to reference the local wells

The garden is located close to UNESCO world heritage sites including Yuhu village and the historic town of Baisha, both of which are overlooked from the elevated site.

A Naxi village that was abandoned for several decades has been renovated to form the basis for the hotel and garden, which covers an area of approximately four hectares.

A large oak tree is located at the centre of the garden and is surrounded by a winding path

At the heart of the garden is a large oak tree, which would have been a sacred feature of the original village. Trees such as this were called Xupai by the Naxi people, who believed they would help to protect their land.

"The design team carefully kept [the Xupai tree] untouched and used it as a visual focal point to create a culturally sensitive landscape which blends together new and old seamlessly," Z'scape added.

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Visitors enter the site along a path flanked by a wall made from white stone, before stepping down onto a wooden boardwalk that meanders across a lawn towards the oak tree.

The alpine lawn is used as a gathering space for events and provides the best views towards Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the town of Baisha.

A decked path snakes through the landscape

All of the stone and timber elements included in the project were crafted by local workers using traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations. This helps them to retain a sense of the Naxi identity and a cultural uniqueness that is regionally specific.

Some of the walls include water features designed as abstract interpretations of the historic "three well" irrigations system developed by the Naxi people.

Channels filter melted snow from the mountains into pools, small ponds and wells

This system channels melted snow from the mountains into an upper well used for drinking water, a middle well for cleaning fruit and vegetables, and a lower well for washing clothes. The outflow is then used to irrigate the surrounding farmland.

The irrigation system informed two water features that feature long channels set into the stone walls. Water flows along the channels and pours down into stepped pools that represent the three wells.

Forests surrounding the garden were preserved

The overall approach to the landscape design aims for minimal intervention and was created without the use of heavy machinery to protect the existing ecosystem.

A large forest that was preserved in the north and west of the garden contains oak trees, sumac, paulownia and Yunnan pine trees. Native plants such as rhododendron, irises and euphorbia were also introduced to reinforce the unique alpine ecology.

The gardens were built around a hotel

Z'scape was founded by Zhou Liangjun and Zhou Ting, and creates landscaping for clients involved in sectors such as cultural tourism projects, boutique hotels, urban spaces and residential developments.

Other projects shortlisted in the landscape category of Dezeen Awards 2021 include WAA's refurbished industrial buildings which are used as a children's community centre and playscape, as well as Qidi Design Group's landscape project with curving paths and bridges.

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Location: Baisha, Heqing, Dali, Yunnan, China

Project Year: 2017

Photographs: Jiajing Zhang

Area: 480.0 m2

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Jormungand, the Viking sea serpent

Thor battling the Midgard Serpent.

In Norse mythology, few stories are as dramatic as that of Jormungand, the powerful sea serpent. Jormungand, one of three children of the shape-shifting god Loki and the giantess Angrboda, was thrown into the sea by Odin, father of the powerful thunder god Thor. The serpent grew until his body encircled all of Midgard (or Earth), and he was able to grasp his own tail in his mouth. At the start of Ragnarok, the final battle that would end in the earth’s destruction, Jormungand left the sea and rolled across the land wreaking havoc. In their climactic confrontation, Thor slew the serpent with his mighty hammer, Mjolnir, but only made it nine paces before falling dead himself, poisoned by the serpent’s deadly venom.

Leviathan from the Book of Job

Behemoth and Leviathan, by William Blake.

There’s debate over whether the passages in Job about Leviathan and another giant Biblical creature, Behemoth, describe mythological beasts—or actual animals that existed at the time but later may have gone extinct. It’s been suggested that Behemoth could have been a hippopotamus, an elephant or even a dinosaur, while Leviathan may have been an ancient species of crocodile. Either way, the Book of Job employed both Leviathan and Behemoth to demonstrate to Job God’s power of creation, and the futility of questioning Him. Later, the word “leviathan” would be applied more generally to mean a giant whale (most memorably the great white whale in Moby Dick) or other massive sea creature.

Medusa and the Gorgons

The Head of Medusa, painted by Peter Paul Rubens.

In Greek mythology, the Gorgons were snake-women whose gazes would turn people to stone; they had serpents for hair, long claws, sharp teeth and scales covering their bodies. According to some myths, Medusa, the most famous of the Gorgons, was originally a beautiful woman. Her tryst with the god Poseidon in one of Athena’s temples infuriated the virgin goddess, who turned Medusa into a Gorgon as punishment. Athena later helped the hero Perseus slay Medusa, giving him a shiny bronze shield that he used to watch the Gorgon’s reflection rather than looking directly at her. After cutting off Medusa’s fearsome head (from which her two children with Poseidon, Chrysaor and Pegasus, emerged) Perseus mounted it on his shield, and used it to paralyze his enemies in battle.

Quetzalcoatl

A detailed view of Aztec art depicting the god Tez-Calipoca and Quetzalcoatl (right) devouring a human being.

Among the most prominent deities in Mesoamerican cultures, Quetzalcoatl, or “Feathered Serpent,” was a mix of bird and rattlesnake (coatl is the Nahuatl word for serpent). The Aztec god of wind and rain, as well as learning, agriculture and science, Quetzalcoatl was said to have played a key role in the world’s creation. In one version of the creation story, he and another god, Tezcatlipoca, transformed themselves into snakes and ripped a giant sea monster named Cipactli in half; one part of her became the earth, the other the sky. Though the earliest depictions of Quetzalcoatl show him clearly as a snake with a plume of feathers, later cultures represented him in human form.

Naga

The Chariot Hall or Royal Funerary Chariot Hall at the Wat Xieng Thong in the UNESCO world heritage town of Luang Prabang in Central Laos contains King Sisavang Vong's gilded, carved wooden funeral carriage, decorated with large Naga snakes at the front.

In the eastern religions of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism, a mythological semi-divine race known as the naga (Sanskrit for “serpent”) took half-human, half-cobra form—although they could shift shapes to fully take on one or the other. The Hindhu god Brahma was said to have banished the naga to their underground kingdom when they became too populous on Earth. In Buddhism, naga were often depicted as protectors of Siddhārtha Gautama, the Buddha, and the dharma (Buddhist teachings), but they were also seen as powerful, and potentially dangerous when angered. Of the many naga mentioned in the Buddhist scriptures, one particularly famous one was Mucalinda, a naga king who spread his great cobra hood to shelter the Buddha from a storm that arrived while the prophet was deep in meditation.

Hopi Snake Dance

Men handling poisonous rattlesnakes, one even holding a snake between his teeth, for the snake dance of the Native American Hopi tribe.

For thousands of years, members of the Hopi Native American tribe of northern Arizona have performed the ritual known as the Snake Dance. During the multi-day ritual, which is aimed at encouraging rainfall and fertility for the land, male dancers from the Snake Clan put live snakes—ranging from small garter snakes to rattlesnakes—in their mouths and around their necks. The snakes are painstakingly gathered and washed before the ceremony, which also involves members of the Antelope Clan. Though outsiders (notably Theodore Roosevelt) have been able to witness some aspects of the Snake Dance, much of the lengthy ceremony takes place in underground chambers called kivas, allowing its most sacred aspects to remain mysterious.

The Legend of the White Snake

An actress plays the role of the White Snake in Baisha Zhuan (The Legend of White Snake) in a Chinese opera, 2000.

This ancient Chinese myth tells the story of a powerful female white snake demon who lives underwater but takes human form as Madame White, or Bai Suzhen. After Bai falls in love with and marries a mortal man, Xu Xian, a Buddhist monk, Fahai, reveals her true identity to her husband. Fahai later kidnaps Xu, and traps Bai under his lakeside pagoda—but not before she gives birth to her son with Xu, who will eventually free his mother. There are various versions of the Legend of the White Snake, which has evolved over the centuries from a horror story, in which Fahai heroically battles the evil snake demon, to a romance, focusing on the thwarted but genuine love between Xu and Bai.

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ลี่เจียง (Lijiang) จีน (China)

เมืองดังแห่งแคว้นยูนนานที่ขึ้นชื่อว่าเป็นอีกหนึ่งเมืองที่สวยที่สุดในโลก เพราะนอกจากจะมีธรรมชาติสวยงามของทะเลสาบ แม่น้ำ ภูเขาและเส้นทางชมวิวสวยๆ หลายแห่งแล้ว ลี่เจียงก็ยังเป็นเมืองโบราณที่ได้รับการยกให้เป็นเขตมรดกโลกจากยูเนสโก เสน่ห์ของเมืองนี้ก็คือแถบหมู่บ้านเก่าๆ วัดโบราณ ศาลเจ้าแบบดั้งเดิมที่โอบล้อมด้วยธรรมชาติป่าเขา ที่เที่ยวห้ามพลาด เช่น เขตเมืองโบราณลี่เจียง (Lijiang Old Town) ภูเขาหิมะมังกรหยก (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain) หมู่บ้านไบชา (Baisha Village) เมืองโบราณชูฮี (Shuhe Ancient Town) และคฤหาสน์ไม้มูฟู (Mufu Wood Mansion) เป็นต้น

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Discover Lijiang, China: What to See

China is a rich, diverse country with many wonders to see. While many tourists focus on the spectacular locations such as the Forbidden City in Beijing or the Great Wall, there are many places that remain relatively undiscovered. One of the most interesting is Lijiang, a city located in Yunnan Province which has remained mostly untouched for centuries.

Muck like the Shexian Ancient city, Pingyao Ancient City, and Langzhorn Ancient City, Lijiang because of its remote location in southwest China near the border with Myanmar and its height at nearly 8,000 feet above sea level. For those who have medical issues at that altitude, then Lijiang will not be for you. However, for those who can make the trip, it is a rich, beautiful city that offers many wonders.

The pristine Black Dragon in Lijiang China

History

The city itself began during the Yuan Dynasty around 1276 AD. However, there is strong evidence of human activity that stretches back almost 100,000 years. The cave paintings located in the Jinsha River Valley, along with tools made of stone, bronze, and iron indicate that the area was settled for a very long time.

The city itself was the center of life for the Naxi people, along with several other ethnic groups that live in the region. The Baisha Old Town was a vital part of the fabled Silk Road that stretched through the southern part of China into Burma or Myanmar, Tibet, Iran, and to the Mediterranean Sea.

Baisha Old Town … Credit: @tjianghansen

Today, most of the outside world may know Lijiang from the terrible earthquake the struck the region back in 1996. However, the damage has been repaired and many parts of the city, including the ancient section, are still in their original condition.

When to Visit Lijiang

While anytime of the year will provide you with many places to see, the best times are in the spring and early autumn when the beauty of the area really comes to life. This is especially true for the many natural wonders in the area and to visit with the people that live in this unique part of the world.

Lijian in spring

You will need to be prepared for the variable weather conditions that strike the area. This means bringing a jacket and even a coat because of the elevation. However, for most of the spring and autumn the weather is pleasant and enjoyable which will help make your visit even better.

What to See

A better question may be what incredible sights you will not see given how many there are located in and around the city. Still, with so much to take in, there are good places for you to start your quest.

Ancient City: Also called Dayan Ancient City, this remarkable sight is one of only two ancient cities in China that are not surrounded by a wall. Listed on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List, you can see how the city of Lijiang began to form nearly 900 years ago. Because of the unique setting and color of the ancient city made it look like a large ink stone, the Chinese used their name for it, Dayan.

Dayan Ancient City … Credit: @soniapamix

The streets run alongside small rivers and there are over 300 bridges that allow access to all parts of the ancient city. With all the water running through the town, it is offset by the incredible mountain backdrop. There are many fountains in the area as well, but the heart of the ancient city is Square Street which has bluestones used for pavement. You can find plenty of things to see and do in the Ancient City.

Baisha Mural: Located in the Baisha Village which is not that far from Lijiang, this ancient town offers a daily reminder of what life was like in the region for hundreds of years. This was the home town of the fabled Mu family, who later moved to the Ancient City. The murals themselves date from the Ming Dynasty and represent the works of artists who came from many miles away. There are 558 murals in total and they represent a powerful piece of history in this region.

Baisha Mural in the Baisha Village

Lugu Lake: Called “Mother Lake” by the locals, this remarkable lake is surrounded by tall hills and majestic mountains which makes for a stunning visit. The water is crystal clear, and the clean air help make this a special experience. There are different ways to get out on the lake, but one of the most popular is using a chamfer boat that the locals use for fishing. You can also hike around the lake or take a larger local boat to see this area at sunset which is simply stunning.

Lugu Lake … Credit: @johnnyimg

Naxi Ancient Music Concert: This unique style of music is becoming rare. This is why Lijiang is one of the places remaining where you can feel the culture of the Naxi people through their musical roots. In fact, this form of music may be the oldest in the world, dating back several thousand years. However, it has been heavily influenced by Daoist and Confucian culture which means that it underwent a significant change around 500 years ago.

Still, when vising the city, you must take in one of the many concerts that take place over the year. There is no better way to experience the culture of the Naxi people than by their music.

Tiger Leaping Gorge: One of the deepest and most majestic gorges in all of China, this incredible sight is located just to the northwest of the city. As the name suggest, this isn’t exactly the safest place to visit. Not only because of the occasional tigers found in the region, but also because of the weather conditions make the waters rough. You can hike along the gorge or travel by car. Either way, it can be a thrilling experience to see this incredible sight.

Hiking through the tiger leaping gorge … Credt: @mirandas_joy

Tiger Leaping Gorge Rough Waters

There are many different natural and man-made attractions in Lijiang which makes visiting this remarkable place a must when traveling to this part of China. The beauty of the ancient city surrounded by mountains, rivers, and the incredible sky will fill your memories for a lifetime.

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E parece que esses sete dias de viagem não terminam nunca, não é mesmo? Só que a quantidade de informação, a riqueza étnica e cultural dessa região, não nos deixa outra opção além de relatar o máximo possível do que vimos em Yunnan.

Tenho certeza, que muita coisa ainda ficou de fora nesses relatos, mas é impossível se ater a cada detalhe. Essa é uma outra viagem no mesmo padrão de Harbin (o local do festival de gelo): por mais lindas que as fotos possam parecer, por mais minucioso que seja o texto falando sobre o local, nada, jamais, será o mesmo que ir lá e ver tudo pessoalmente.

E assim saímos de Shangri-la com destino a Lijiang, após nosso café da manhã, acompanhadas do nosso fiel escudeiro Kewen.

Tiger Leaping Gorge

Nosso caminho, um pouco tortuoso, incluía a passagem pelo “Tiger Leaping Gorge” que, de antemão, já digo que não vale o sacrifício. Ainda estávamos na região de Shangri-la, em altas altitudes, e para se chegar ao ponto principal, o ‘pulo do tigre’, tivemos que descer muitas escadas. Como diz o ditado: para descer todo santo ajuda, não é mesmo?

Quem quiser pode pagar aos gondoleiros para carregar escada abaixo e acima.

Chegando lá a vista era ok, a tal curva do tigre interessante, mas nada de excepcional. Demos o check in na nossa lista de lugares a visitar. E aí que lembramos que tínhamos que subir tudo aqui… Para descer não reparamos o quão íngreme eram as escada, apesar de largas e bem estruturadas. Lembrando que a altitude ainda nos causava o cansaço absurdo e a sensação horrível de não conseguir respirar. Não, completamente diferente das escadas de Shangri-la, que quase nos matou, mas nos proporcionaram uma visão mágica, essa não valeu à pena.

Agora, um outro fator que temos que considerar, era que o tempo estava cinza, chuvoso, e mais frio e úmido do que havíamos sentido até então. Isso, com certeza, colaborou para esse sentimento de tempo e esforço em vão numa viagem. A nossa expectativa também era grande, afinal com esse nome pomposo – desfiladeiro do tigre, em tradução livre – acho que fomos com muita sede ao pote!

Sobre o local

Tiger Leaping Gorge ou Hutiao Gorge, é uma das gargantas mais profundas do mundo. Naturalmente dividido em três seções: a primeira é mais estreita e mais alta, a boca do rio Jingsha, de fluxo rápido. No meio da boca do rio (segunda seção) está uma grande rocha posicionada na parte mais estreita do desfiladeiro (terceira seção), apenas 30 metros de largura e 15 quilometros de extensão.

A grande rocha, que o tigre usou para saltar até a outra margem.

Uma antiga lenda diz que um tigre usou essa rocha como pisada para que ele pudesse pular de um lado do desfiladeiro para o outro, e é assim que o lugar tem seu nome.

A caminho de Lijiang

Depois dessa parada não muito excitante, almoçamos num restaurante de beira de estrada mesmo, muito simples, mas a comida estava deliciosa. São essas coisas que nos dão certeza que vale a pena ter um guia local. Jamais entraríamos nesse restaurante, se não fosse com o ‘aval’ dele.

Chegamos ao nosso hotel por volta das 17:00, foi um dia bem cansativo, muitas horas dentro do carro e nossa aventura pelo Tiger Leaping Gorge para completar.

Mais uma vez, fomos surpreendidas pela qualidade do hotel, no meio da Shuhe Old Town, cidade velha. Ficamos no The Bivou, um hotel boutique super charmoso, que recomendo sem medo.

Como disse antes, nessa parte da viagem, e onde teríamos mais ‘atrações’ programadas para visitar, o tempo nos pregou uma peça. Pegamos chuva todos os dois dias em Lijiang e, sinceramente, isso nos frustrou muito, pois todos os lugares que visitamos foram afetados pelo mal tempo, e aproveitamos bem menos do que deveríamos.

Uma boa desculpa para voltar e ver tudo com céu azul, não é?

A cidade

Lijiang tem uma história de mais de 1.000 anos e já foi uma confluência para o comércio ao longo da trilha das caravanas a cavalo na rota do chá, que contribuiu de forma significativa para a comunicação comercial e cultural entre províncias do Tibete, Sichuan e Yunnan.

A cultura de Lijiang combina cultura tradicional da minoria étnica Naxi e elementos incongruentes aprendidos com a dinastia Ming.

O Grande Lijiang (incluindo Dayan e duas aldeias ao norte, chamadas Baisha 白沙 e Shuhe 束河, respectivamente) foi registrado na Lista do Patrimônio Mundial da UNESCO em 4 de dezembro de 1997. Desde então, o governo local assumiu mais responsabilidade pelo desenvolvimento e proteção da cidade velha. O turismo de Lijiang aumentou nos últimos vinte anos, e os viajantes de todo o mundo visitam, embora a maioria dos turistas ainda sejam chineses de outras partes da China. Além dos chineses, encontramos muitos grupos de franceses em todo nosso roteiro.

Shuhe束河

Logo que chegamos, fomos caminhar um pouco, até porque queríamos esticar as pernas, literalmente. E, apesar da chuva, que grata surpresa!

Como Shaxi, tudo ali era mágico, lindo e cheio dos detalhes da arquitetura e cultura chinesa, que tanto me encantam.

A 4 km ao noroeste da Cidade Velha de Lijiang, ao pé da Montanha do Dragão de Jade, fica a aldeia compacta escondida na floresta, Shuhe. A UNESCO listou Shuhe como um componente importante de Lijiang, pois é um exemplo bem preservado de uma cidade ao longo da antiga rota de chá e um dos primeiros assentamentos dos antepassados do povo Naxi. É chamado de “cidade natal das nascentes”.

A ponte de Qinglong, construída com pedras, medindo cerca de 25 metros de comprimento, foi construída durante a dinastia Ming (1368-1644). Entre as inúmeras pontes de pedra antigas em Lijiang, é considerada como “a primeira”.

Foi nessa vila que tomei o melhor suco de romã da vida! Feito na hora e uma garrafinha completa de suco natural, sem água, sem nada mais além da fruta. Deu uma saudade agora…

Baisha白沙

Se você quer testemunhar a vida autêntica do povo Naxi e apreciar a sua cultura, mas está cansado de Lijiang e Shuhe, Baisha é o lugar certo. A aldeia, que também fica ao pé da Montanha do Dragão de Jade, mas a 8 km ao norte da Cidade Velha de Lijiang, é muito mais silenciosa e primitiva, pois o turismo não chegou até ali. Nela se pode experimentar a pacífica vida diária do povo Naxi.

Baisha costumava ser um assentamento Naxi e o local de nascimento dos governadores locais da família Mu. Foi o centro político, econômico e cultural de Lijiang antes da Dinastia Ming (1368 – 1644). Sua construção começou durante a Dinastia Tang (618 – 907) e tornou-se próspera durante as Dinastias Song (960 – 1279) e Yuan (1271 – 1368). Da dinastia Ming, os governadores mudaram suas famílias para Dayan (a atual cidade antiga de Lijiang), mas ainda construíram templos na vila de Baisha, tornando esta vila um centro religioso durante a dinastia Ming. Os palácios existentes Dabaoji, Liuli e Wenchang e até mesmo as famosas muralhas Baisha foram concluídas durante esse período.

Em se falando de arte e artesanato local, visitamos a pequena escola local de bordados da Família Mu.

Foi meio dia de caminhada entre as ruelas dessa vila, onde as pessoas ainda te param para tirar uma foto e se pode apreciar a vida calma do interior: crianças correndo, idosos sentados nas calçadas esperando o tempo passar ou observando alguns turistas curiosos como nós, que rompemos o roteiro comum para os viajantes que chegam a Lijiang.

E ainda tem mais

No próximo artigo vou escrever sobre as atrações turísticas que visitamos. Foi o único local dentro do nosso destino que tinham várias atrações para turistas, com todo o esquema de filas, tickets e alguns micos… mas como viajar sem eles, não é mesmo?

Continuem acompanhando essa viagem e não deixe de ler os artigos anteriores que contam sobre nosso roteiro, Dali, Shaxi e Shangri-La.

Zái Jiàn!

Lijiang – último destino na viagem a Yunnan E parece que esses sete dias de viagem não terminam nunca, não é mesmo? Só que a quantidade de informação, a riqueza étnica e cultural dessa região, não nos deixa outra opção além de relatar o máximo possível do que vimos em Yunnan.

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