When you are in the town of Lijiang in the scenic and splendid Yunnan province, be prepared to encounter the world-renowned Naxi Ancient music, which has earned a worldwide fan base. Make a trip to Lijiang part of your travel itinerary when you stay at a quality hotel in Yunnan such as the Anantara Xishuangbanna. With gracious hospitality, it is a fine hotel Yunnan has to offer visitors to the area. The ancient musical art of the Naxi people has gained a surge in popularity due to its unique mix of the “three olds”: old musicians (each player is over the age of 70), old instruments (most of which are over a century old), and old songs (dating back over several centuries”. This exemplary musical art form has been an evolution over 500 years, which means that it is now endowed with its unique sense of melody and style. It is cited by many, both who play the music and the audience who are treated to the graceful strains of this art form, that the music is a spiritually cleansing sort that uplifts the mind and heart instantly after just one performance. It is an experience that absolutely must be savoured first hand, so make it a part of your Yunnan travel itinerary.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and intends to visit them all someday.
