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Shangri-La Travel Guide

Shangri-La is located in the northwestern part of Yunnan in Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. It is located at the confluence of the three provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan and Tibet. Shangri-La was formerly known as Zhongdian County. It was renamed due to its similarity to the heavenly location described in James Hilton's 1933 novel "Lost Horizon". In Tibetan, Shangri-la means “Shang Mountain pass”. It is a pure land that perfectly preserves the area’s natural ecology and traditional culture. The grasslands surrounded by snow-capped mountains are full of bright sunshine and fresh air. There are also clear and tranquil lakes as well as magnificent temples and friendly Tibetans.

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Shangri-la in summer ☀️

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Hiking in Haba Snow Mountain (Yunnan)

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National park walk with yaks @Shangri-la 🍂

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A temple which need one to climb and walkthrough old houses and stairs . Diqing - Ganden Sumtsenling Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhist monastery situated 5 kilometres from the city of Zhongdian at elevation 3,380 metres (11,090 ft) in Yunnan province, China. the monastery is the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan province and is sometimes referred to as the Little Potala Palace. magnificent view. If there is a session sky burial happens ,human body is incised in certain locations and placed on a mountaintop, exposing it to the elements and animals, especially predatory birds such as vultures. That is consider lucky

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Tiger Leaping Gorge, where the mountains and river are huge and make you feel too small. #tigerleapinggorge

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Shangri-La, a place where you can feel the Tibetan lifestyle being in china. #shangrila

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Pudacuo National Park

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"Photos of birds do not necessarily have to be close-up, with the background foil, more clear bird life environment, belong to the lake of many birds, some roam in the water, some stroll in the grass, the reflection in the water formed a symmetrical picture, each picture recorded is instant beauty."

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Tiger Leaping Gorge

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"The scenic area is still quite spectacular and worth a visit. I took a lot of photos and took a lot of them. It is enough to play for 2 hours. And buy tickets on Trip.com and you can also enjoy discounts, which is very good."

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Balagezong Grand Canyon

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"Take National Highway 214 from downtown Shangri-La, about 1.5 hours to arrive. According to the scenic sightseeing car arrangement, I visited the four scenic spots of Balazhuomala Kang, Echo Wall, Bala Village, Shangri-La Grand Canyon. The first two attractions were light rain. I couldn't see the snowy mountains and didn't go to the Shambala Tower. It was a pity."

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Gadansong Zanlin Temple

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"My husband was short of oxygen and didn't dare to go up. Overall a good trip eight ～ After all, the scenery is still quite good. The altitude may be a bit high. It is not suitable at the beginning. It is not good."

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Dukezong Ancient Town

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"The architectural style of Dukezong Ancient City is more unique. Compared with the ancient city in the interior, it has a strong ethnic architectural style according to its characteristics. The wooden buildings mainly and the brick and wood castles have obvious differences in the styles of the buildings in the interior. The architectural wisdom of the Tibetan people is, It's fully reflected here."

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Napa Sea

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"From Lijiang to Shangri-La, do not recommend chartered car to go, the driver drive too fast... can be described as thrilling, heart-throb. The Shangri-La 2-day tour experience is average. When the driver went to the Napahaiira grassland behind him, he already said it... It is said that riding here is the only place where he has kickbacks in two days. He rides for 200 people. It feels like it can't be done without spending this money. Someone will help lead the horse to the side of the hillside for a circle, slowly turn, then go to the side of the grassland to leave some time to take pictures, a total of about an hour. The grassland scenery is very beautiful."

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Baishui Terrace

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"Baishuitai 3A Scenic Area, Dongba Holy Land, the third place of natural scenery stick, is due to the natural wonders formed by calcium carbonate dissolved in spring water, the scenery is pleasant, the scenic spot is not big, the clear mountain spring water, flowing into the crescent-shaped pool, colorful, very beautiful."

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Yila Prairie

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"The Napa Sea is surrounded by mountains on three sides, and is connected with the Ela grassland. In rainy season, most grasslands are covered with water-rich lakes to form the sea. In non-rainy season, less water and more grass, the lake degenerates into grassland."

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Shudu Lake

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"The water of Duhu Lake is clear and bright, the water quality is pure, rich in a fish, cracked fish, the whole body is golden, there is a crack in the stomach, meat is delicious and delicious, is here to enjoy one of the food. There are also a lot of wild ducks, yellow ducks, etc. in the lake, to add vitality to the Duhu Lake."

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Shika Snow Mountain

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"I have been to this place 4 years ago as a solo traveller, and would love to go back once travel restrictions are eased."

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Haba Snow Mountain

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"There are many travelers who like Shangri-La. They always linger in the Haba Snow Mountains. They spend their days in the mountains. They take part in the outdoor trekking Tiger Leaping Gorge High Line. They walk along the Haba Snow Mountain at an altitude of about 3,000 meters. The valleys and rivers here are very exciting and they are enchanted to the peak of Haba Snow Mountain. On the way to the base camp, we rode horses, hiked, air clean along the way, through a forest, meadow, river. . ."

What People Are Asking About Shangri-La

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What's the most popular attractions in Shangri-La?

Here are the best places to visit in Shangri-La, including: Pudacuo National Park,Balagezong Grand Canyon,Tiger Leaping Gorge

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Things to do near Shangri-La for family & child?

You could try Balagezong Grand Canyon,Pudacuo National Park,Tiger Leaping Gorge,Shika Snow Mountain,Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La

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