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Lijiang

Old-town base for Tiger Leaping Gorge, one of the world's great treks, with real urban infrastructure at scale.

In Lijiang, a mid-range month runs about $733 (CN¥4,932) and there is low violent crime city-wide.

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Ratings

Scores run from 1 to 10 and compare each place with every other destination on Nomadr. Higher is always better. Cost is shown as a level, from Very Low to Very High.

Cost (day-to-day)Very Low

Cheaper day to day than about 90% of cities

Internet2.2/10

Slower internet than about 80% of cities

Visas3/10

Harder visas than about 90% of cities

Coworking1.4/10

Among the 5% weakest cities for coworking

English3/10

Among the 5% least English-friendly cities

Walkability7.7/10

Easier to get around than about 75% of cities

Gyms & Wellness6.8/10

Better wellness options than about 65% of cities

Getting There7.3/10

Easier to reach than about 70% of cities

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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.

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