Dali is an important gateway for cultural and commercial exchange between China and Southeast Asian countries, Dali is considered the "silk road" of China in the past. The ancient, rustic beauty of the architecture and the lives of ethnic minorities here have attracted the curiosity of many tourists.
Lijiang has Dayan Ancient Town, one of the most poetic scenic spots in China. Dubbed the Venice of the East with majestic mountains and beautiful landscapes, Lijiang has an ancient city with winding rivers that will be an attractive destination for tourists. Lijiang is still "thick" with an ancient atmosphere, exuding not only from the houses, streets, canals but also from the lifestyle of the people.
Shangrila (Xianggelila) is located on the northern border of Yunnan and is the intersection of the provinces of Tibet, Yunnan and Sichuan. Therefore, this land is also home to many ethnic groups such as the Naxi, Tibetans, Muslims... creating a rich and colorful cultural landscape. Besides, ShangriLa has diverse beauty from blue lakes to snow-capped mountains, green fields and magical mountain roads.
Great Destinations in Shangri-La
Tiger Leaping Gorge: This is one of the deepest canyons in the world and is considered the top hiking trail in China. It is an incredible gorge along the Jinsha River, and you can hike the entire length of it. It is a beautiful hiking trail with diverse scenery and many stops for tourists. Note that this trail should be avoided during the rainy season due to the risk of flooding.
Meili Snow Mountains: This mountain range is sacred to Tibetan Buddhism and is where people gather in winter to worship. Although no one has climbed the peaks of the Meili Mountains, they are breathtakingly beautiful and have a special magic.
Songzanlin Monastery: This is the largest Tibetan Buddhist mausoleum in Yunnan Province, also known as the Potala Palace. It is a cultural heritage protection unit of Yunnan Province and has an impressive architecture with a main hall that can accommodate 1,500 people, main temples, and many Chinese-style houses for monks.
Pudacuo National Park: Considered the first national park in China to meet the standards of the International Union for Conservation of Nature, this is a beautiful and diverse natural destination. There is the Bita Lake Nature Reserve and the Duhu Scenic Area within this park, with spectacular scenery and many rare species of plants and animals.