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Shangri-La
(香格里拉)Tibetan prayer flags, grand monasteries, and untouched alpine meadows.
Suggested Stay
2-3 Days
Best Season to Visit
Summer (Jun - Aug for wildflowers), Autumn (Sep - Oct)
Top Highlights
★ Songzanlin Monastery (Little Potala Palace)★ Pudacuo National Park★ Dukezong Ancient Town & Giant Prayer Wheel★ Napa Lake
Recommended Classic Itinerary
DAY 1Tibetan Monasteries & Dukezong
Spin the giant golden prayer wheel in Dukezong square, tour majestic Songzanlin Monastery.
DAY 2Alpine Wilderness
Hike through pristine pine forests and mirror lakes in Pudacuo National Park.
Iconic Regional Dishes to Try
Must-order local specialties for your Dianping search
🥢Yak Butter Tea (Po Cha)
🥢Tibetan Hotpot
🥢Tsampa
🥢Barley Wine
Getting There & Around
Bullet train connects Lijiang directly to Shangri-La in 1.5 hours.
Local Insider Tips
- •Shangri-La is at 3,200m altitude. Take it easy on day 1 to avoid mild altitude sickness; drink plenty of water.