# Blue Moon Valley (蓝月谷)

Lijiang, Yunnan Province · Southwest, China · Guidebook rating: 3/5
Canonical: https://cnatrip.com/en/places/blue-moon-valley
Language: en

## Key facts

- **Admission:** Free
- **Opening hours:** 8：00—16：00
- **Time needed:** 3–4 hours
- **Address:** Snow Mountain Scenic Area, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City
- **Getting there:** Near Snow Mountain Junction (bus stop)
- **Good for:** Photography, Nature

## About Blue Moon Valley

A deep valley formed by the melting of snow and glacier ice. On sunny days the water appears blue, and the valley is crescent-shaped. Seen from afar, it looks like a blue moon nestled at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, hence the name Blue Moon Valley.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 244. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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