Mu Family Imperial Palace Archives (Mufu)

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The grand imperial administrative headquarters and courtyard complex of the Naxi chieftains who ruled Lijiang for over 470 years during the Ming and Qing eras.

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💰 Cost $5.50

🏃 Effort Easy Walking

Snap' Description

Step inside a magnificent, sprawling chapter of southwestern imperial history and minority chieftain lineage at the Mu Family Palace (Mufu). Built masterfully during the Ming Dynasty to reflect the layout of Beijing's Forbidden City, this massive 8-hectare courtyard complex balances expansive flagstone council plazas with intricate timber bridges. It showcases the vast administrative wealth of the Naxi rulers.

Getting There

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Metro Info

Lijiang Old Town South District (Walking distance from Sifang Square Loops)

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Taxi Address

云南省丽江市古山区大研古城内木府二号

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💎 Insider Tips

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The star architectural asset is the 'Sanqing Hall' (Sanqing Dian); its interior features breathtaking gold leaf ceiling grids and carved pillars.
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Explore the rear imperial gardens climbing up the lower flanks of Lion Hill; they house a series of deeply educational calligraphic stone tablet arrays.
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The entire palace facility is highly tourist-friendly and completely step-free or ramped, making it an world-class option for family walks.
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Passport verification is required for entry ticket logging at the front turnstiles; hiring a site audio guide headset is highly recommended.