Mu Palace
木府; Mùfǔ
The palace where the Mu Clan of the Naxi people ruled for over 400 years. It is a large complex that extends part way up the hill behind it. There used to be a lot of high quality paintings in the palace and finely carved wooden doors, but most were destroyed during the Cultural Revolution. At the back hill of the Mu's Palace is the 'Lion Hill Scenic Area', which requires additional ¥40 entrance fee. At the top is a Daoist temple, with a few Daoists ready to give fortunes to visitors for a donation. A taste of Mulaoye Wine (木老爷酒; Mùlǎoyejiǔ), a kind of local alcohol, is available for ¥5 (in a shot glass), and there is also a free tea tasting area. Allow at least two hours explore this expansive complex and do wander off into the side courtyards as it will take you back to the main courtyards. If you are visiting Wangulou, exit the Lion Hill Park from the south exit which leads you right into the back entrance of Mu Palace.
- Address
- 49 Guanyuan Lane, Guangyi Street, Gucheng District (古城区光义街官院巷49号)
- Hours
- Closed · opens 8:30 am
Weekly hours
Mon 8:30 am–5:30 pm Tue 8:30 am–5:30 pm Wed 8:30 am–5:30 pm Thu 8:30 am–5:30 pm Fri 8:30 am–5:30 pm Sat 8:30 am–5:30 pm Sun 8:30 am–5:30 pm - Price
- Entry fee is ¥40 (as of Mar 2019). Discounts are available for children over 1.2 metres in height and adults aged between 61 and 69. Children under 1.2 metres in height and adults aged 70 and over may enter for free
Listing from Wikivoyage: Lijiang, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.