
Blue Moon Valley
Blue Moon Valley
Lijang, China
Dramatic mountain scenery, 4 lakes & a bright blue river make this a well-known photography spot.
Last updated: February 11, 2026
Overview
Dramatic mountain scenery, 4 lakes & a bright blue river make this a well-known photography spot.
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Visitor Reviews
**★★★★★ Norsa'adah — 3 weeks ago
Blue Moon Valley is located right next to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. From the cable car exit, it takes about a 10-minute walk followed by a 10-minute buggy ride to reach the scenic viewpoint. The valley features a stunning, multi-tiered river that mad me wonder if it’s naturally occurred. The scenery is truly postcard-worthy, with cascading turquoise waters, a bright blue sky, and the majestic Jade Dragon Mountain in the background. Visitors can also take photos with a yak for a unique experienc
**★★★★★ Clay My — a month ago
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely breathtaking place. The scenery is unreal — snow-capped mountains, clear blue skies, and stunning natural landscapes all around. The terraced pools and flowing water are incredibly beautiful and peaceful, perfect for photos.
The cultural performance in the open-air venue is a highlight. With the mountains as a backdrop, the show feels powerful and unforgettable. Everything is well maintained and thoughtfully designed for visitors.
A must-visit destination for nature lovers, ph
**★★★★★ Yong-khiam Cheng — a month ago
If you’re visiting Lijiang, Blue Moon Valley (蓝月谷) is the ultimate visual feast. Nestled at the base of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, this glacial-fed valley features some of the most vibrant turquoise lakes you'll ever see.
📸 The Instagram Photo Guide: The Reflection Shot: Head straight to Yuye Lake. On a calm day, the water acts as a perfect mirror for the snow-capped peaks.
The "Cotton Castle" Vibe: The White Water Terraces (Baishuihe) offer those iconic tiered, milky-blue cascades that lo
**★★★★★ PrinceT — 2 months ago
Blue Moon Valley, located at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Lijiang, Yunnan Province, China, is a scenic area formed by the Baishui (White Water) River, which originates from melting Himalayan snow and ice. The valley’s striking turquoise hue comes from copper ions in the water, enhanced by white marble and limestone in the riverbed, creating terraced waterfalls and four main lakes: Jade-Like Lake, Mirror Pond, Blue Moon Lake, and Wave-Listening Lake.
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**★☆☆☆☆ Max B — a week ago
Absolutely beautiful scenery. So insanely full that it makes it completely unenjoyable. Full of people just trying to take a picture and then go home. If you want to see nature, you will not see it. People blasting through speakers. If you get here by the scenic train, You litterallt can not walk 5km to blue moon valley from there. You HAVE to take a bus. Like a theme park. DO NOT RECOMMEND except if you are one of those people trying to take an Instagram picture and do as little physical moveme









