Tourist Attractions Map of Guandu District in Kunming

1. Natural Wonders

1.1 Biluo Snow Mountain Range

• Why Visit: As part of the Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan UNESCO site, this range boasts 15 peaks exceeding 4,000 meters, including the dramatic Laowo Mountain (4,435m). Its glaciers, alpine lakes (e.g., Nianboyibi Sacred Lake), and virgin forests create a surreal landscape.
• Activities: Trekking to alpine meadows, birdwatching, and photography, especially during spring when rhododendrons bloom. The Nadangduo Trail is a popular multi-day route connecting Nujiang and Lancang valleys.

1.2 Dulong River Gorge

• Highlights: Often called “China’s Last Secret,” this 250-kilometer gorge is home to the Dulong people and features jade-green rivers, waterfalls, and subtropical-to-alpine ecosystems. The Moonfall Waterfall (150 meters tall) and Jinglangdang Village are must-sees.
• Best Time: May–August for lush greenery; September–November for autumn colors. Note: The road to Dulongjiang Township (S318) may close temporarily due to landslides or snow 12.

1.3 Nujiang First Bend

• Key Feature: A horseshoe-shaped river bend near Bingzhongluo Town, where the Nujiang River carves through cliffs, creating a “hidden paradise” called Kantong Village. The overlook at Yangzhiyu Factory offers panoramic views.
• New Development: In 2025, the Bingzhongluo Tourist Scenic Area Project will open, featuring a visitor center, camping grounds, and upgraded trails 13.

1.4 Shimen Pass

• Unique Trait: A natural rock gate formed by 500-meter cliffs, this geological marvel was once a critical checkpoint on the ancient Tea-Horse Caravan Route. Hiking trails lead to hidden caves and Buddhist inscriptions.

2. Cultural & Historical Sites

2.1 Puhua Temple

• Significance: A Ming Dynasty Tibetan Buddhist monastery built into cliffs, featuring intricate stone carvings and frescoes. Its location offers sweeping views of the Nujiang Valley.
• Visiting Hours: 8:00 AM–6:00 PM daily 8.

2.2 Dulong Ethnic Villages

• Dimaluo Village: A Nu and Tibetan community known for terraced fields and traditional stilt houses. Participate in the Nu New Year (late January) to witness ancient rituals.
• Longyuan Village: The last stronghold of the Dulong tattoo culture, where elderly women still bear facial tattoos symbolizing adulthood.

2.3 Chayan Ancient Tea-Salt Route

• Heritage: A 1,000-year-old trade route connecting Gongshan’s salt mines to Tibet. The Fuhe Mountain Section preserves weathered stone paths and ancient tree roots.

3. Adventure & Outdoor Activities

3.1 Trekking Routes

• Bingzhongluo to Qiunatong: A 18-kilometer trail through terraced fields and forests, passing Wuli Village (a photographer’s paradise) and ending at Qiunatong, a Tibetan hamlet surrounded by snow peaks.
• Gaoligongshan Core Zone: For experienced hikers, the Nadangduo Trail (7–10 days) crosses glaciers and alpine meadows, offering encounters with rare wildlife like Yunnan snub-nosed monkeys.

3.2 River Rafting

• Nujiang River: Class III–IV rapids between Bingzhongluo and Liuku attract adrenaline seekers. Season: May–October.

3.3 Hot Springs

• Dulongjiang Hot Springs: Natural sulfur springs in the heart of the gorge, ideal for soaking after a trek.

4. Festivals & Local Culture

4.1 Kaduo Festival

• When: January 10–15. This Dulong New Year features bull sacrifices, masked dances, and communal feasts. The highlight is the bull-stabbing ritual, a symbolic act of gratitude to nature.

4.2 Nu Women’s Festival

• When: March 15–17. Celebrates the goddess Azhi with singing, dancing, and offerings of flowers.

5. Practical Tips

5.1 Getting There

• By Road: From Liuku (Nujiang’s capital), buses take 5.5 hours to Gongshan County. From Gongshan, 4×4 vehicles or minivans reach Dulongjiang Township (3 hours). Note: The S318 road to Dulongjiang is narrow and prone to landslides 12.
• By Air: The nearest airport is Dali Airport (4 hours by bus to Gongshan).

5.2 Accommodation

• Bingzhongluo: Rustic guesthouses like Dulang Tea Horse Inn (¥150–300/night) offer valley views.
• Dulongjiang Township: Basic homestays in Kongdang Village (¥80–150/night).

5.3 Safety & Logistics

• Border Permits: Not required for Gongshan County, but carry ID for random checks 3.
• Best Seasons: Spring (March–May) for flowers; autumn (September–November) for clear skies.
• Packing: Waterproof gear, sturdy boots, and altitude medication (some trails exceed 4,000 meters).

6. Off-the-Beaten-Path Gems

• Fuhe Mountain: A lesser-known hiking destination with alpine lakes and autumn red maple forests.
• Yushuiping Neolithic Site: A cave with 3,000-year-old artifacts, offering insights into prehistoric Yunnan.

7. Local Cuisine

• Lacquer Oil Chicken: A Dulong specialty slow-cooked in lacquer tree oil, a medicinal ingredient.
• Suan Sansi (Sour Trio): A tangy stir-fry of pickled papaya, potatoes, and cured pork liver.
• Bitter Buckwheat Sausage: Pork intestines stuffed with buckwheat flour and blood, grilled over an open fire.

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1. Natural Wonders

1.1 Stone Moon (Shiyueliang)

• Why Visit: A geological marvel formed by a 60-meter-high marble cave at the peak of Gaoligongshan Mountain. This natural arch, visible from miles away, is sacred to the Lisu people and features in their creation myths.
• New Development: In 2025, the Stone Moon Scenic Area Cableway opened for trial operations, offering panoramic views of the Nujiang Valley and reducing hiking time to the cave entrance 19.
• Activities: Hiking to the cave (now accessible via cable car), photography at sunrise/sunset, and exploring nearby alpine meadows.

1.2 Laomudeng Village & Zhiziluo “Ghost City”

• Highlights: Laomudeng, a Nu ethnic village, is famous for its 1930s-era Christian church and terraced fields overlooking the nujiang. Adjacent Zhiziluo, once the capital of Bijiang County, was abandoned in the 1980s due to landslide risks, preserving a surreal “frozen-in-time” atmosphere with Soviet-style buildings 3.
• Cultural Immersion: Stay in homestays like Laomudeng Cloud Shangguanfang Hotel for views of Crown Mountain and participate in Nu folk songs around evening bonfires 9.

1.3 Yaping Ecotourism Zone

• Key Feature: A pristine alpine ecosystem within Gaoligongshan National Nature Reserve, featuring ancient forests, alpine lakes (e.g., Qiniang Lake), and rare wildlife like Yunnan snub-nosed monkeys.
• Trails: The Yaping Valley Trail (15 km) leads to waterfalls and rhododendron meadows, while the Seven Fairies Lake Loop offers multi-day trekking through glaciers and bamboo forests 5.

1.4 Nujiang River Gorge

• Unique Trait: The deepest section of the Nujiang Gorge, with cliffs rising 3,000 meters above the river. Highlights include Tiger Leaping Gorge (a narrow river channel with Class III rapids) and Lazu Waterfall, a 100-meter cascade plunging into the nujiang
• Adventure: River rafting (May–October) and zip-lining across the gorge 3.

2. Cultural & Historical Sites

2.1 Nu Ethnic Villages

• Pigeon River Nu Township: The only Nu-majority township in China, known for traditional stilt houses and the Nu New Year (late January), featuring masked dances and ancestral rituals.
• Longyuan Village: Home to the last generation of Nu women with facial tattoos, a fading tradition symbolizing adulthood.

2.2 Laowu Rock Waterfall

• Significance: A 150-meter waterfall cascading into the nujiang，with ancient Lisu rock carvings depicting hunting scenes and astronomical symbols.

2.3 Tea-Horse Caravan Route Remnants

• Heritage: Sections of the 1,000-year-old trade route survive near Fugong County Seat, including stone paths and ancient tea tree groves. The Chayan Section connects to Gongshan County’s salt mines.

3. Adventure & Outdoor Activities

3.1 Trekking Routes

• Gaoligongshan Core Zone: The Nadangduo Trail (7–10 days) crosses glaciers and alpine meadows, offering encounters with rare wildlife. A shorter alternative is the Yaping to Zhiziluo Trail (2 days), passing through virgin forests and Nu villages 6.
• Biluoxueshan Range: The Zhongdian to Fugong Trail (5 days) traverses high-altitude passes and offers views of Gewa Gapu Peak (5,128 meters).

3.2 River Rafting

• Nujiang River: Class III–IV rapids between Bingzhongluo and Liuku attract adrenaline seekers. Season: May–October.

3.3 Hot Springs

• Zileng Hot Springs: Natural sulfur springs in the heart of the gorge, ideal for soaking after a trek.

4. Festivals & Local Culture

4.1 Kaduo Festival

• When: January 10–15. This Dulong New Year features bull sacrifices, masked dances, and communal feasts. The highlight is the bull-stabbing ritual, a symbolic act of gratitude to nature.

4.2 Nu Women’s Festival

• When: March 15–17. Celebrates the goddess Azhi with singing, dancing, and offerings of flowers.

5. Practical Tips

5.1 Getting There

• By Road: From Liuku (Nujiang’s capital), buses take 5.5 hours to Gongshan County. From Gongshan, 4×4 vehicles or minivans reach Dulongjiang Township (3 hours). Note: The S318 road to Dulongjiang is narrow and prone to landslides 1.
• By Air: The nearest airport is Dali Airport (4 hours by bus to Gongshan).

5.2 Accommodation

• Bingzhongluo: Rustic guesthouses like Dulang Tea Horse Inn (¥150–300/night) offer valley views.
• Dulongjiang Township: Basic homestays in Kongdang Village (¥80–150/night).

5.3 Safety & Logistics

• Border Permits: Not required for Gongshan County, but carry ID for random checks 1.
• Best Seasons: Spring (March–May) for flowers; autumn (September–November) for clear skies.
• Packing: Waterproof gear, sturdy boots, and altitude medication (some trails exceed 4,000 meters).

6. Off-the-Beaten-Path Gems

• Fuhe Mountain: A lesser-known hiking destination with alpine lakes and autumn red maple forests.
• Yushuiping Neolithic Site: A cave with 3,000-year-old artifacts, offering insights into prehistoric Yunnan.

7. Local Cuisine

• Lacquer Oil Chicken: A Dulong specialty slow-cooked in lacquer tree oil, a medicinal ingredient.
• Suan Sansi (Sour Trio): A tangy stir-fry of pickled papaya, potatoes, and cured pork liver.
• Bitter Buckwheat Sausage: Pork intestines stuffed with buckwheat flour and blood, grilled over an open fire.

Feilai Temple (飞来寺) is situated in Deqin County (德钦县), Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (迪庆藏族自治州), Yunnan Province (云南省). This sacred site holds a privileged position in the dramatic landscape of northwest Yunnan.

Coordinates

• Latitude: 28°26’N
• Longitude: 98°49’E
• Elevation: Approximately 3,400 meters above sea level

Specific Location

The temple complex is strategically positioned:

• 8 kilometers northwest of Deqin county seat
• Along National Highway 214 (滇藏公路), the main route connecting Yunnan and Tibet
• Directly facing the Meili Snow Mountain (梅里雪山) range across the Lancang River (澜沧江) valley
• Located on the eastern slope of the Baima Snow Mountain (白马雪山) foothills

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Deqin County is located in the northwestern part of Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It lies in the Hengduan Mountains area of northwestern Yunnan, at the southern edge of the Tibetan Plateau and at the junction of Yunnan, Sichuan, and Tibet. The county spans from 98°3’56″ to 99°32’20″ east longitude and from 27°33’44″ to 29°15’2″ north latitude. To the southwest, it borders Weixi Lisu Autonomous County and Gongshan Derung and Nu Autonomous County in Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture. To the northwest, it is connected to Mangkang County and Zogang County in Changdu City, and Zayü County in Nyingchi City, Tibet Autonomous Region. To the southeast, it faces Batang County and Derong County in Sichuan Province and Shangri-La City in Yunnan Province across the Jinsha River. The total area of the county is 8,364 square kilometers.

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Cizhong Village is located in Yanmen Township, Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It is situated on a gentle slope area on both sides of the Lancang River Valley. The specific location is as follows:
Latitude and longitude: 98.906655 degrees east longitude and 28.024818 degrees north latitude.
Surrounding areas: It borders Gongshan County of Nujiang Prefecture to the east, leans against Cikatong Village in Xiaruo Township to the west, connects with Badong Village of the same township to the south, and adjoins Chunduole Village of the same township to the north.
Distance: It is approximately 80 kilometers away from Shengping Town, Deqin County.
Cizhong Village is a village with a unique cultural background and natural scenery. There is the famous Cizhong Catholic Church nearby.

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