Yubeng: A place of beauty that never disappoints

Nestled in the embrace of the Meili Snow Mountain, Yubeng is a picturesque paradise. Here, snow-capped mountains, forests, meadows, and streams intertwine, and every step you take is a deep embrace of nature. If you're yearning for an escape from the hustle and bustle and a return to the basics, follow this guide and embark on a journey to Yubeng! 📍Location and transportation Yubeng Village is located in Yunling Township, Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, on the back side of the Meili Snow Mountain. Due to its unique geographical location, there is currently no road that can directly reach the village. You must first arrive at Xidang Hot Spring, and then choose to hike or take an off-road vehicle to the village. 🚗External transportation: - Plane: First fly to Diqing Shangri-La Airport, then take a bus from the airport to Deqin County, which takes about 3-4 hours. - Car: You can take a long-distance bus from Lijiang, Dali, etc. to Deqin. The scenery along the way is beautiful, but the journey is long, so be prepared. 🚶Transportation to the village: - Hiking: Start from Xidang Hot Spring, the whole journey is 12 kilometers, and you need to climb the Nanzong Pass at an altitude of 3700 meters. It takes about 5-6 hours for physically fit people. The scenery along the way is excellent, and every step is a different view. - Off-road vehicle: If you don't want to be too tired, you can choose to take an off-road vehicle, which costs about 200-260 yuan per person and takes about 1 hour. However, the road conditions are bumpy, so people who are prone to motion sickness should consider carefully. 🏠Accommodation recommendations - Upper Yubeng: The view is open and you can see the snow-capped mountains. It is suitable for friends who like to watch the sunrise and hike in the Nannong Grand Canyon. "Hikers' Home" is recommended. The rooms are clean and tidy, and the public area is large, where you can communicate with donkey friends from all over the world. - Lower Yubeng: Closer to the waterfall and ice lake, convenient for travel. "Songzan Yubeng Tent Camp" has a great environment. You can see the starry sky and snow-capped mountains while lying in bed, but the price is relatively high. For those with a limited budget, "Shenpu Inn" is a good choice, with a high cost performance. 🍜Food guide The food in Yubeng Village is mainly Tibetan and Sichuan cuisine. Although there are not many choices, each dish is full of local characteristics. - Butter tea: A traditional Tibetan drink that can relieve altitude sickness and warm the body. You can add some white sugar when drinking, and the taste will be better. - Barley cake: Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with a strong wheat aroma. It's a perfect match with butter tea. - Yak beef hotpot: Using local yak beef, the meat is tender and the soup is rich. After a day of hiking, eat a hotpot, and your whole body will be warm. 🌄Travel route There are three classic hiking routes in Yubeng, each of which will allow you to enjoy different scenery. - Waterfall route: The whole journey is about 12 kilometers, and the difficulty is relatively low, suitable for most people. Walk along the stream, the forest is dense all the way, and when you reach the waterfall, if you are lucky, you can see a rainbow. Remember to bring a raincoat, because the water of the waterfall will splash your clothes. - Ice lake route: This route is about 16 kilometers round trip, and it requires a certain amount of physical strength. You need to climb a steep hillside along the way, but when you see the emerald-like ice lake, all your fatigue will disappear. - Nannong Grand Canyon route: This is the route out of the village, about 14 kilometers long, mostly downhill, and relatively easy. The cliffs on both sides of the canyon are towering, and the stream at the bottom of the canyon is gurgling, and the scenery is beautiful. ⚠️Precautions - Altitude sickness: The average altitude of Yubeng is over 3,000 meters. When you first arrive, you may experience altitude sickness. Prepare altitude sickness medication in advance, such as Hongjingtian and Gaoyuan'an, and avoid strenuous exercise. - Weather: The weather in Yubeng is changeable, and the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. Be sure to bring warm clothes and rain gear. - Hiking equipment: Comfortable hiking shoes, trekking poles, backpacks, sunscreen, water bottles, etc. are all essential. - Environmental protection: Yubeng is a clean land. Please protect the environment and do not litter. Yubeng, this secluded paradise, is waiting for you to unveil its mysterious veil. Here, slow down your pace, feel the heartbeat of nature, and let your soul be thoroughly cleansed. Believe me, once you step into this land, you will fall in love with it deeply💕