Tours and Tickets to Experience Shaxi Ancient Town (Shaxizhen)

Shaxi Ancient Town is a great choice for photographers and history buffs, or anyone looking for a more peaceful alternative to Lijiang.

Like most preserved Chinese historic villages, Shaxi has an entrance fee.

Always ask before taking photos, particularly of people wearing their traditional ethnic dress.

Allow half a day to fully explore Shaxi Ancient Town, including a stop for lunch.

There’s a good range of accommodation in the town, from hostels through to boutique inn conversions.

Cobbled, narrow streets and steps make Shaxi Ancient Town an unsuitable destination for travelers who rely on wheelchairs.