Qizong Village
其宗
An ancient Naxi and Tibetan village on the banks of the Jinsha River, with a historic ferry crossing and a lamasery, and the gateway between Weixi and Shangri-La and Lijiang.
Qizong Village lies on the west bank of the Jinsha River in eastern Tacheng town, facing Lijiang and Shangri-La across the river, and serves as the eastern gateway to Weixi. For centuries it was an important ferry crossing on the Jinsha River. The village has Qizong Lamasery, and Naxi and Tibetan houses on the riverside terraces are set off by walnut and peach trees, which bloom in spring. Qizong Bridge spans the Jinsha River and is a must-pass for self-drive travelers entering and leaving Weixi. You can stop at the bridgehead to photograph the river view before heading on to the foot of Damo Patriarch Cave, about 5 km away. Admission to the village is free.
Opening hours
All day