《A must-go in spring! A complete guide to Lijiang Geladan Flower Season, start your dream journey》

The following is a guide to visiting Lijiang during the Geladan flower season: Best time to enjoy the flowers • Rhododendron tatarinowii: March to April. • Purple Azalea: May to June. • Irises: June-July. • Swallowtail: July to August. Transportation Guide • Self-driving: Starting from Lijiang city, the drive takes about 2 hours. Get on the highway and exit at Xionggu, then drive in the direction of Shigu-Zhongxing-Liming. There is a gate to Geladan and a signpost on the roadside. Just keep going up the winding mountain road and you will arrive. Please note that after leaving the main road, the entire journey is 26 kilometers, with many bends and narrow roads, so you need to be careful to avoid construction vehicles. • Public transportation: There is currently no direct bus from Lijiang to Geladan, so it is recommended to charter a car. Ticket and sightseeing bus information • Ticket price: 70 yuan/person, local ticket 20 yuan/person. • Sightseeing bus ticket price: round trip 90 yuan/person, one way 70 yuan/person. Accommodation recommendation In order to protect the ecological environment of Geladan, the tent camp in the meadow has been demolished. It is recommended to stay at Anqini Tent Camp. Scenic Spots • Alpine meadows: Gradan has more than 20,000 mu of jagged alpine meadows, with green grass in spring, famous flowers in summer, golden colors in autumn, and jade trees and white flowers in winter. • Flower sea: Every May, Gradan becomes a sea of ​​purple azaleas, with azaleas all over the mountains vying to burn on the meadows. From June to July, Gradan is surrounded by irises blooming all over the mountains. • Natural scenery: Gradan is a natural viewing gallery where you can see clouds, snow-capped mountains, the Yangtze River and the mountains. Travel Tips • Hiking and camping: Gradan is a favorite of outdoor players. Hiking or camping is a good experience, but you need to pay attention to safety. • Protect the environment: The Geladan area is a nature reserve. Please do not leave the road and crush the alpine meadows. Please take the garbage and debris produced to the foot of the mountain for disposal. Photography Tips • Best time to shoot: At sunrise and sunset, the sky is a fiery red, the green mountains and forests, and the beautiful azaleas are covered with clothes of sunset glow, and the shooting effect is best at this time. • Shooting angle: You can try shooting from different angles, such as looking down at the panoramic view of the sea of ​​flowers, or taking close-up photos of the flower details. I hope this guide can help you better plan your trip to Gradan Flower Season!