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Addison MartinUnited States

Want to go somewhere windy? Why not come to Shangri-La!

Here's the best travel guide for Shangri-La: Pudacuo National Park • Recommended visiting time: 1 day. • There are many scenic spots in the park, such as Shudu Lake, one of the largest lakes in Shangri-La City, with clear water and dense surrounding forests, where you can see various wild animals. There is also Bita Lake, a provincial nature reserve and an internationally important plateau freshwater lake wetland. You can choose to hike or take an eco-friendly bus to enjoy the rich natural landscape of plateau lakes, pastures, wetlands, and virgin forests. Dukezong Ancient Town • Recommended visiting time: Half a day. • This is the best-preserved and largest Tibetan residential community in China. Here you can stroll along the stone-paved roads and visit Guishan Park, which has the world's largest prayer wheel that requires several people to turn it together. You can also go to Moonlight Square to experience the local life, taste special foods such as butter tea and barley cakes, and buy ethnic handicrafts. Songzanlin Monastery • Recommended visiting time: Half a day. • Known as the "Little Potala Palace," it is an important temple of Tibetan Buddhism in Yunnan. The architecture is magnificent, and the temple houses many precious religious relics. You can follow a guide to learn about Tibetan Buddhist culture and the history of the temple, and admire the exquisite murals and Buddha statues. Napa Lake and Yila Grassland • Recommended visiting time: Half a day. • Yila Grassland is the largest grassland in Shangri-La City, and Napa Lake is a seasonal plateau lake. In summer, the water and grass are lush, and the grassland is full of wildflowers; in autumn and winter, a large number of migratory birds, such as black-necked cranes, come here to inhabit. You can ride horses here, enjoying the grassland scenery and the lake and mountain views. Balagezong Grand Canyon • Recommended visiting time: 1 day. • The scenery in the canyon is magnificent, with vertical mountains up to 1,000 meters high, dense virgin forests, and unique plateau lakes. You can also experience high-altitude zip lines and glass walkways, feeling the combination of excitement and beautiful scenery. Food Recommendations • Yak meat: Can be made into yak hot pot, braised yak meat, etc., the meat is tender and chewy. • Tibetan fragrant pig: Roasted Tibetan fragrant pig has crispy skin and fragrant meat, and it tastes delicious. • Dried milk curd: Can be eaten directly or made into milk curd buns, etc., sweet and sour. Accommodation Recommendations • There are many characteristic inns in Dukezong Ancient Town, where you can experience the rich ethnic customs; there are also various star-rated hotels and budget hotels in the city, which are convenient for travel and shopping. Precautions • Shangri-La has a high altitude, and you may experience altitude sickness when you first arrive. Prepare medicines for altitude sickness in advance, pay attention to rest, and avoid strenuous exercise. • Respect local religious beliefs and customs. • The ultraviolet rays are strong, so take sun protection measures.
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Posted: Apr 14, 2025
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