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Lijiang
A UNESCO old town of canals and snow-mountain views, home to the Naxi people.
Yunnan
Yunnan Overview
Yunnan stretches from tropical valleys to the Himalayas and is home to 25 ethnic groups. Lijiang, Dali and Shangri-La offer relaxed town life and epic scenery.
Get lost in Lijiang's Naxi old town
Cycle Dali's Erhai Lake with Cangshan behind
Breathe thin air in Shangri-La (Zhongdian)
Visit Yuanyang rice terraces at sunrise
Top attractions
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Dali
A boho lakeside town between Cangshan ridge and the blue sweep of Erhai Lake.
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Shangri-La
A Tibetan plateau town with the golden Songzanlin Monastery and meadows of yaks.
Gallery
Local food
Cross-Bridge Rice Noodles
A theatrical bowl where raw toppings cook in scalding broth at your table.
Flower Cakes
Buttery pastries filled with rose petals, Yunnan fragrant edible-blossom gift.
Yak Butter & Grilled Cheese
Highland dairy treats from the Tibetan edge of the province.
Best time to visit
March-May and September-November avoid the summer rains and winter chill.
How to get there
Kunming (KMG) is the hub; flights and trains reach Lijiang and Dali, with fast high rail.
Recommended tours
Travel FAQ
Altitude in Shangri-La?
Around 3,200 m - ease in with rest and water on day one.
How many days?
5-7 days for Lijiang-Dali-Shangri-La.
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