Lijiang | Falcon Valley—We Gallop Alongside the World, Sharing the Prosperous Scenery

Number of days: 2 days
Time: July
Average cost: 1500 yuan
With whom：a person
Updated: 2021.07.01

Taking a trip on a business trip

I never imagined I'd actually fulfill a childhood dream at work this year. My business trip took me to beautiful Lijiang, Yunnan. I'm usually busy with work, but I have some free time on my days off. My two-week business trip to Lijiang gave me two days off, so I explored Lijiang Old Town and visited Falcon Valley.

The Beauty of Lijiang Old Town

In the morning, Lijiang Old Town is tranquil, gentle, and slow-paced. Flowers are everywhere, smooth stone paths, and gurgling water make everyone slow down and relax.

The bluestone pavement of Lijiang Ancient Town

The small bridges and flowing water of Lijiang Ancient Town

Walking alone along the bluestone pavement of Lijiang Ancient Town, despite the hustle and bustle around me, when I listen to the tapping sound of my feet on the bluestone, my heart is filled with incomparable tranquility. I just want to live here for the rest of my life, working from sunrise to sunset. Mufu Mansion in Lijiang Ancient Town The flowing water in Lijiang Ancient Town

There are hundreds of bridges in Lijiang Ancient Town. Stone arch bridges, stone slab bridges, and wooden plank bridges are laid out in various shapes and sizes over the gurgling water, some rough and some graceful. Willows sway on the banks, and crimson bougainvillea and light yellow chrysanthemums bloom wantonly, as if a plain Chinese painting has been splashed with rich colors, making it extraordinarily enchanting. Bougainvillea in Lijiang Ancient Town Bougainvillea in Lijiang Ancient Town Chrysanthemums in Yuhe Square in Lijiang Ancient Town Chrysanthemums in Lijiang Ancient Town Chrysanthemums in Lijiang Ancient Town Lijiang Ancient Town and the flowers on both sides Lijiang Ancient Town Lijiang Ancient Town

Lijiang Ancient Town is bustling, where you can party all night long, but it is also peaceful, where you can sit in a sun-drenched courtyard and daydream for a long time; this ancient town filled with love and adventure, carries with it a wealth of affection and emotion.

Lijiang Ancient Town

Lijiang Ancient Town Oil Paper Umbrella Street

Lijiang Ancient Town Waterwheel

The Beauty of Falcon Valley

The morning air in Falcon Valley is so fresh that you can smell the scent of spring. Close your eyes and feel it. There is no one around, it is quiet and peaceful, with only the chirping of birds. Because there are no other sounds around, the birds' calls seem particularly loud.

Falcon Valley Merit Inscription

As you slowly open your eyes and take in the surrounding scenery, you'll discover that Falcon Valley is pure nature and pristine. The rolling green hills are refreshing, and the peaks are shrouded in mist, creating a celestial atmosphere.

Falcon Valley Horseback Riding Meadow Area

At the foot of the mountain, the forest gradually transforms into a large meadow. The meadow doesn't look as large as a grassland, but I felt like I was seeing a grassland. The meadow in Falcon Valley is also quite large, and it takes several minutes to ride around it on horseback.

Horseback Riding in Falcon Valley

Horseback Riding in Falcon Valley is quite popular. Visitors not only ride but also want to take great photos, so they wear distinctive ethnic costumes.

Falcon Valley Horses

Falcon Valley Horseback Riding

Tourists riding horses in Falcon Valley

Falcon Valley horseback riding

There are many people riding horses. The ones who ride obediently are probably tourists. The ones who ride very fast and show off their horsemanship are the equestrians of Falcon Valley.

Horseback riding in Falcon Valley

This business trip is unforgettable for me. I can't forget the feeling of riding a tall and strong horse. Although I can't say I was galloping, I had the feeling of galloping.

Wear national costumes and take photos on horseback

Group horseback riding in Falcon Valley

Horseback riding in Falcon Valley

Although I have a heroic heart, I lack the courage. I wanted to gallop, but I was afraid the horse would give me a rude shock. So I was very cautious at first, but eventually the horse behaved well and I relaxed. Gradually, we became more familiar with each other, and I dared to break into a trot.

Wear traditional costumes and take photos on horseback