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  • Top Things You Must Do in Shangri-La During Your Yunnan Tour

    21/01/2019Crazy Jone2177 wordsAbout 8 minutes

    When visiting Shangri-La during your Yunnan tour, here are the top things you must do to fully experience this unique destination:

    1. Visit Songzanlin Monastery: Explore the impressive Songzanlin Monastery (also known as Ganden Sumtseling Monastery), the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Yunnan. Admire its traditional architecture, prayer halls, and colorful murals.
    2. Explore Dukezong Ancient Town: Wander through Dukezong Ancient Town, a Tibetan-style town known for its winding streets, traditional wooden houses, and panoramic views of Shangri-La and the surrounding mountains.
    3. Hike in Pudacuo National Park: Discover the natural beauty of Pudacuo National Park, Yunnan's first national park. Hike or take a scenic drive to explore pristine lakes like Shudu Lake and Bitahai Lake, surrounded by forests and mountains.
    4. Experience Tibetan Culture: Attend a Tibetan cultural performance featuring traditional dance, music, and rituals. Visit local Tibetan villages to learn about their unique customs, crafts like thangka painting, and yak butter tea.
    5. Admire Napa Lake: Take a leisurely walk or bike ride around Napa Lake (Napahai), a seasonal lake known for its stunning views of grazing yaks, migratory birds, and the surrounding mountains. It's a great spot for birdwatching.
    6. Visit Shangri-La Old Town: Stroll through Shangri-La Old Town, reconstructed after a fire in 2014, to see its Tibetan architecture, prayer wheels, and small shops selling local handicrafts and souvenirs.
    7. Explore Shika Snow Mountain: Take a cable car or hike up Shika Snow Mountain (Shika Shan) for panoramic views of Shangri-La and the surrounding landscapes. In winter, it's a popular spot for skiing and snowboarding.
    8. Attend a Tibetan Festival: If your visit coincides with a Tibetan festival like Losar (Tibetan New Year) or Shoton Festival (Yogurt Festival), participate in traditional celebrations, including masked dances and religious ceremonies.
    9. Enjoy Tibetan Cuisine: Taste authentic Tibetan dishes such as yak meat dumplings (momos), butter tea (po cha), Tibetan noodles (thukpa), and tsampa (roasted barley flour). Many restaurants in Shangri-La offer these specialties.
    10. Visit the Potatso National Park: Explore the pristine landscapes and diverse flora and fauna of Potatso National Park (Pudacuo), known for its wetlands, forests, and alpine meadows. Take a boat ride on Bita Lake for serene views.

    These activities will give you a deep appreciation for Shangri-La's Tibetan culture, stunning natural scenery, and spiritual heritage during your Yunnan tour.

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