Shaxi Old Town is located 100 miles south of Lijiang (丽江) and 120 miles north of Dali (大理). To reach Shaxi, first go to the Jianchuan(剑川) bus station. After reaching Jianchuan, take a green minivan to the Shaxi bus station. Alley Hostel is located within a five-minute walking distance of the Shaxi bus station.