Welcome to Lijiang! Banyan Tree Lijiang Travel Agent would like to invite you to experience “The Pearl of Western China” at Banyan Tree Lijiang. The enchanting city of Lijiang offers cultural thrills of Lijiang Old Town, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site, the sights of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Tiger Leaping Gorge are waiting to be explored. Lijiang occupies 20.6 thousand square kilometers, and is home to 23 nationalities with a population of 1.3 million. It is often said of Lijiang that “the minorities come together to create a unique culture”. Lijiang, whose name is derived from the longest river in China, the magnificent Yangtze River, is a draw with its beautiful scenery and myriad of cultures. Join us at Banyan Tree Lijiang, and let us bring you on a journey of breathtaking scenery and traditional local minorities’ customs.