Shangri-La, a spiritual journey to a paradise on earth

1. Preparation before the trip Best time to travel: May to October is the best time to travel to Shangri-La, with pleasant climate and beautiful scenery. July to August is the rainy season, but it is also the time when the grassland is the greenest. Transportation: Airplane: Shangri-La has Diqing Shangri-La Airport, which offers direct flights from Kunming, Chengdu, Chongqing and other places. Car: You can take a long-distance bus from Lijiang, Dali and other places to Shangri-La, which takes about 4-5 hours. Accommodation options: Shangri-La has a wide range of accommodation options, from luxury hotels to unique B&Bs. It is recommended to choose accommodation near Dukezong Ancient Town or Songzanlin Temple for easy travel. Note: Shangri-La is at a high altitude, so be careful to prevent altitude sickness. There is a big temperature difference between day and night, so you need to prepare warm clothes. Respect local Tibetan customs and habits. 2. Must-see attractions Dukezong Ancient Town: China's best-preserved and largest Tibetan residential complex, where you can experience Tibetan culture. Songzanlin Temple: The largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan Province, known as the "Little Potala Palace". Pudacuo National Park: The first national park in mainland China, it has natural landscapes such as lakes, wetlands, forests, and grasslands. Napahai: A seasonal alpine lake, it is the habitat of black-necked cranes in winter. Meili Snow Mountain: One of the eight sacred mountains in Tibet, the view of the golden mountain in the sun is spectacular. Balagzong Grand Canyon: Part of the Shangri-La Grand Canyon, with magnificent scenery. 3. Special Experience Taste Tibetan delicacies: butter tea, tsampa, yak beef hotpot, highland barley wine, etc. Participate in the Tibetan song and dance evening: feel the hospitality of the Tibetan people. Pray with prayer wheels: Turn the world’s largest prayer wheel in Dukezong Ancient Town and pray for peace and happiness. Horseback riding tour of Napahai: feel the vastness and freedom of the grassland. Hiking in Yubeng Village: Challenge yourself and feel the tranquility of a paradise. 4. Recommended itinerary Three-day tour: 1: Dukezong Ancient Town - Songzanlin Temple 2: Pudacuo National Park 3: Napahai - Return Five-day tour: 1: Dukezong Ancient Town - Songzanlin Temple 2: Pudacuo National Park 3. Napahai-Balagzong Grand Canyon 4: Meili Snow Mountain 5: Return 5. Travel Tips The ultraviolet rays in Shangri-La are strong, so please be careful to protect yourself from the sun. Cash transactions are the main method of payment in the area, so it is recommended that you prepare sufficient cash. When buying souvenirs, be careful to distinguish their authenticity and bargain appropriately. Shangri-La, a paradise on earth far away from the hustle and bustle, is waiting for you to explore its beauty and mystery.