Zhiziluo
“Zhiziluo” means “a good place” in the Lisu language. It was once the seat of the Nujiang Prefecture government. Due to transport, safety and other factors, the government relocated,…
Zhiziluo, Nujiang (Salween River)
Key facts
- Admission
- Free
- Opening hours
- Open all day (all year 2026)
- Time needed
- 0.5–1 day
- Getting there
- 1. Hire a car from Pihe or Fugong County town 2. Walk from Laomudeng Village to Zhiziluo, about 1 hour
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 274. Open in Google Maps
About Zhiziluo
“Zhiziluo” means “a good place” in the Lisu language. It was once the seat of the Nujiang Prefecture government. Due to transport, safety and other factors, the government relocated, and the schools, government offices, library and other buildings were frozen in the 1980s. As a result, Zhiziluo is a place where time seems to have stopped, a living fossil of an era and a city of memories. Some former residents, unaccustomed to life down in the valley, later moved back, bringing a new spark of life to the town.
Tips from the guidebook
- For visiting Zhiziluo, it is recommended to stay in Laomudeng, which has more accommodation options.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zhiziluo cost?
Admission to Zhiziluo is Free, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Zhiziluo?
Zhiziluo is open Open all day (all year 2026).
How do I get to Zhiziluo?
1. Hire a car from Pihe or Fugong County town 2. Walk from Laomudeng Village to Zhiziluo, about 1 hour
How long should I spend at Zhiziluo?
Plan on 0.5–1 day for Zhiziluo.
Where is Zhiziluo?
Zhiziluo is in Nujiang (Salween River), Yunnan Province, in the Southwest of China. Fugong County, Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
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