Black Dragon Pool
Black Dragon Pool — Lijiang's most photographed park with Snow Mountain reflections
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Rating
- AA
Overview
Black Dragon Pool Park (Heilong Tan) is the most visited park in Lijiang, featuring a clear mountain-fed pool that reflects the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain on clear days. The classical Moon Embracing Pavilion at the water's edge provides the iconic foreground for the reflection photograph. The park also contains the Dongba Culture Research Institute and a museum of Naxi culture.
Plan your visit
Best time to visit
Early morning on clear days (October-May for clearest skies).
Getting there
Immediately north of Lijiang Old Town, 10 minutes walk from the main gate.
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