Stunning panoramic views of Lijiang Ancient Town

Here are stunning panoramic views of Lijiang Ancient Town—captured from high vantage points like Lion Hill and Wangu Tower, showcasing the iconic sea of rooftops, winding canals, and majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain beyond. Lion Hill & Wangu Tower: Climb about 20 minutes up Lion Hill to reach Wangu Tower (33 m tall), or descend slightly to a dedicated viewing platform—both offer unrivaled panoramas of old-town rooftops stretching toward snow-capped peaks Mufu Palace view: The platform offers a full sweep of the ancient wooden architecture centering around Mufu Palace, once a “miniature Forbidden City,” surrounded by timber-tiled rooftops Black Dragon Pool: Although a lower viewpoint, photos from here reflect the entire town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain mirrored in the clear pond waters