Hello everyone, I am new to Lijiang,
Is there any nice place recommended or any tips for living here.
Thanks in advance.
Huson

Don't go into the nightclubs in the new city.

The best parts of the old city are a few streets out from the centre, away from the tourist spots.

Don't expect to find many locals in the old city. Mostly owned by richer people from the bigger cities now.

Do visit Shuhe town. It is about 3km outside Lijiang. It is, in my mind, a lot nicer place to visit; a bit touristy but not anywhere near as commercial as Lijiang. No cars, only horses and feet. From here it is a nice walk to Baisha the Naxi village.

Do visit the Naxi village and Naxi Museum. This is an area not visited by many tourists at all.

Shuhe ancient town is a nice place to visit, indeed.

If you got time, you can also travel around Shaxi area.

Here is more info about Lijiang:
www.wondersofyunnan.com/index.php/about-yunnan/125-lijiang-

Hi Huson
Welcome to Lijiang.
There are a lot of places you can visit, I think they have mentioned to you.
I wonder how was your Chinese, do you need Chinese tutor and guide to show you around Lijiang and Shanglira.
Now my school provide Study tour, you can learn Mandarin while learning.
And we offer teachers to show you around all day long.
If you have any interest, just leave me a message.
faye.hercout@hotmail.com

Have a nice day
Faye

My little advice: avoid the Brothers Jiang near the entrance to the old town. Ate there once - spent 24 hours throwing up. Other branches (eg Kunming) I've never had a problem.

Tips? Walk around every day and never go to the same place twice. Pay attention to street names and landmarks. Get lost on purpose and then find your way back home. Make this a daily habit until you are familiar with your surroundings. After you know your immediate area, do the same with the outer areas.