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1. Lugu Lake National Scenic Area
Introduction
Lugu The lake is the boundary lake between Sichuan and Yunnan provinces and is owned by Sichuan and Yunnan provinces. The Mosuo, Yi and Pumi ethnic groups mainly live around the lake.
The lake is clear and blue. It is the highest lake in Yunnan and one of the deepest freshwater lakes in China. It is full of mystery.
The scenic area is surrounded by high mountains, with snow cover for more than three months a year. It is rich in forest resources and is known as the "Penglai Wonderland".
The main attractions include the Gemu Goddess Cableway, Xiaocaohai, Lugu Three Islands, etc. The most popular way to travel around the lake is by battery car.
Telephone
0834-6390302
Time reference
1-3 hours
Transportation
Passenger bus:
1. Take a bus at Lijiang Passenger Terminal and go to Ninglang County first. After arriving at the county, you can take a minivan to Lugu Lake.
2. Take the bus to Yongning at Lijiang Passenger Terminal and get off at Daluoshui Village.
3. From the parking lot of Yuhe Plaza in the ancient city of Lijiang, there is a tourist bus bound for Lugu Lake every morning. It can reach Daluoshui Village and Lige Island, and the journey takes about 3 hours.
4. Lijiang Bus Station sends buses to Daluoshui Village in Lugu Lake every day.
Car rental:
You can rent a car by yourself from Lijiang city to Lugu Lake.
Tickets
Full price ticket: 70 RMB; half price ticket: 35 RMB (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Half price ticket : Students, senior citizens aged 60-69, and people with disabilities. (Certificate required)
Free admission: active military personnel, disabled military personnel, senior citizens over 70 years old, and reporters from the National Information Administration. (A certificate is required)
Tips:
There are ticket offices at the Yunnan and Sichuan entrances.
From November 1, 2021 to November 1, 2026, tourists from Zhejiang can enter the scenic spot free of charge with their ID cards.
The fare information is for reference only, please refer to the actual official disclosure on that day.
Opening hours
All day (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Tips:
Specific The opening hours are subject to the scenic spots
Attraction location
Lake Road in Muchai Village, Ninglang Yi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
2. Pudacuo National Park
Introduction
Located in the central area of ??the Shangri-La Scenic Area, it is an important part of the world natural heritage "Three Parallel Rivers".
With Bita Sea, Shudu Lake and Militang Subalpine Pasture as its main components, it is one of the main tourist attractions in Shangri-La.
It has geological landforms, lakes and wetlands, forest meadows, river valleys and streams, rare animals and plants, etc., and the original ecological environment is well preserved.
Pudacuo is a paradise for photography lovers. The scenery in spring and autumn is especially beautiful, making it the best time to visit or take photos in Pudacuo.
Telephone
0887-8232533
Time reference
More than 3 hours
Tickets
Ordinary ticket: Ticket RMB 68/ticket RMB 70 (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Half ticket: 6 years old (excluding 6 years old) - 18 years old (inclusive) Minors aged 18 years old or below, full-time undergraduate students with valid certificates or below, senior citizens aged 60 years old (including 60 years old) to 70 years old (excluding 70 years old)
Free admission: children under 6 years old (including 6 years old) or under 1.2 meters in height (including 1.2 meters), senior citizens over 70 years old (including 70 years old), people holding a "Retirement Certificate", and disabled people holding valid certificates Persons (including blind people, persons with disabilities of both lower limbs and other severely disabled persons, one accompanying person is allowed to enter free of charge), active servicemen with valid certificates, disabled servicemen and retired military officers, retired cadres and retired non-commissioned officers, holders of "Yunnan Provincial Higher Education Institution" For those who hold the green channel service certificate for high-level talents, they can bring their parents, spouse, and children to the park for free for up to 6 people
tips:
*The above information is for reference only. The specific date of the scenic spot is The announcement shall prevail.
Opening hours
08:30-16:00 (all day); closing time: 16:00 (December 1st - Monday, February 28th of the following year - Sunday)
08:30-16:30 (all day); last admission time: 16:00 (June 1st - August 31st, Monday - Sunday)
tips:
Additional notes:: Children under 1.2 meters tall (inclusive) are free of charge, other discounts are only available for large tickets
Attraction location
Shuangqiao, Hongpo Village, Jiantang Town, Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
3. Blue Moon Valley
Introduction
The predecessor was the well-known The "Baishui River" is located in the valley north of Ganhaizi at the eastern foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and south of Yunshanping.
After the ice and snow in the snow-capped mountains melted, it flowed down the cliffs, and finally formed a crystal clear and extremely sweet river in the deep valley upstream of the Blue Moon Valley.
On a sunny day, the color of the water is blue, and the valley is crescent-shaped. From a distance, it looks like a blue moon embedded at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, so it is called Blue Moon Valley.
Due to the obstruction of the mountains during the flow process, four larger water surfaces were formed, which are known as "Yuye" Lake, "Jingtan" Lake, "Blue Moon" Lake and "Tingtao" Lake.
Telephone
0888-5131068
Time reference
1-3 hours
Tickets
(January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
tips:
*Included in the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain ticket, no need to purchase a separate ticket
Opening hours
08:00-16:00 (Monday-Sunday, January 1st - December 31st)
Attraction location
In the Snow Mountain Scenic Area of ??Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
4. Stone Forest Scenic Area
Introduction
The main geological heritage type of Stone Forest Global Geopark is karst geological landforms , is a karst geopark dominated by stone forest landscapes.
The stone forest shows a variety of karst forms. Tall sword-shaped, column-shaped, mushroom-shaped, tower-shaped and other limestone pillars are typical representatives of the stone forest.
In addition, there are caves, stalactites, karst lakes, natural bridges, cliff waterfalls, cone-shaped peaks, etc. Almost all karst forms in the world are concentrated here, forming a panoramic view of karst geology and landforms.
Telephone
0871-67711439; 0871-67719006
Time reference
More than 3 hours
Transportation
Take the tourist express train to the Stone Forest Scenic Area from Kunming Eastern Bus Terminal. It departs at full capacity from 08:00 to 18:00, and the journey takes about 2 hours.
Tickets
Scenic spot tickets: general admission ticket 130 RMB/half ticket 65 RMB; scenic area transportation fee: electric car 25 RMB (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Half ticket: 1. Minors aged 7-18 years old (including 18 years old);
2. Those aged 60 years old (including 60 years old)-70 years old (excluding 70 years old) Elderly people;
3. Full-time undergraduate students with valid certificates or below;
4. Holders of retired military preferential treatment certificates.
Free admission: 1. Children 6 years old (inclusive) or 1.2 meters tall and below;
2. Seniors over 70 years old or those holding a "Retirement Certificate" ;
3. Disabled persons with valid certificates (first- and second-level severely disabled persons are allowed one accompanying person to enter free of charge);
4. Holders of "Yunnan Provincial "High-level Talent Green Channel Service Certificate" personnel can enter the park free of charge with their parents, spouses, and children up to 6 people;
5. Fire rescue personnel and fire rescue school students with valid certificates;
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6. Persons with the "Kunming City Free Blood Donation Certificate of Honor";
7. Elderly people over 60 years old in the administrative region of Yunnan Province, holding valid certificates such as resident ID cards or senior citizen preferential treatment certificates ;
8. Seniors over 80 years old in the administrative area of ??Yunnan Province can enter the park for free with one accompanying person if they hold a valid certificate such as a senior citizen preferential treatment certificate;
9. High-level talents with "Xingqing Huicai Card" can enter with their spouses and children with their ID cards and relevant certificates. They can enjoy free admission for up to 5 people with A card and free admission for up to 3 people with B card;
10. Holders of active duty military personnel, disabled military personnel, retired military cadres, and "three subordinates" holding officer certificates, civilian personnel certificates, soldier certificates, military academy cadet certificates, disabled military personnel certificates, retired military cadre certificates, and "three subordinate certificates" "Certificate, "Three Category" preferential treatment certificates, etc.;
11. Holders of preferential treatment certificates for those who act bravely.
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2. Disabled persons;
3. National moral standards and national labor models;
4. Children under 1.2 meters.
Opening hours
07:30-17:30; last admission time: 17:30 (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Attraction location
Shilin Street, Shilin Yi Autonomous County, Kunming City, Yunnan Province
5. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Introduction
Naxi people The sacred mountain in my heart, the main peak Fan is about 5596 meters above sea level. It is surrounded by clouds and mist all year round. It is an unconquered virgin peak.
Composed of 12 snow peaks, the snow mountain is rich in natural tourism resources and can be divided into snow areas, glaciers, alpine meadows, primeval forest landscapes, etc.
The snow-capped mountains are majestic, exquisite and beautiful. As the seasons change, the azaleas blooming at different heights form the most beautiful scenery of the snow-capped mountains.
The scenic area includes Yushui Village, Glacier Park, Blue Moon Valley and other attractions. There will also be a large-scale live performance of "Impression Lijiang" in the Blue Moon Valley Square.
Tel
0888-5137677; 0888-5131068
Time reference
1 day
Transportation
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There is a direct bus No. 101 from Lijiang city to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. After arriving at the entrance of the scenic spot, a staff member will get on the bus and collect the mountain entry fee. The bus will then continue to the tourist center, where you will have to pay extra to transfer to a bus within the scenic spot. Take the car to Moon Valley or the cableway entrance.
Tickets
Tickets for Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area (valid for one day): Entry fee is RMB 100; Yunshanping Cableway: RMB 40; Maoniuping Cableway: RMB 45; Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area Tourist Line: Eco-friendly car 20 RMB (January 1st - December 31st Monday - Sunday)
Opening hours
07:30-16:30 (May 1 Sunday - Monday - Sunday, October 31st)
tips:
The specific opening hours are subject to the scenic spot
The location of the scenic spot
Baishui River, Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province
6. Lijiang Ancient Town
Introduction
One of the most famous towns on the Tea Horse Road, it has eight Nine hundred years of history. In the ancient city, there are wooden buildings and green tiles, ancient streets and stone alleys, small bridges and flowing water. Standing on the East Street of the ancient city, you can see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in the distance.
One of the two ancient cities in China that successfully applied for world cultural heritage with its entire ancient city. It is one of the types of Chinese folk houses with distinctive characteristics and style.
The ancient city of Lijiang began to take shape in the Southern Song Dynasty. Since the Ming Dynasty, the ancient city of Lijiang has been called "Dayanxiang" because it is located in the center of the Lijiang Dam, surrounded by green mountains and a green field, shaped like a piece of jasper. Big inkstone, hence its name.
Films and TV dramas such as "One Meter of Sunshine" and "Mufu" have been filmed here.
Telephone
0888-5111118
Time reference
1 day
Transportation
Bus
Take bus No. 4 or 18 and get off at Zhongyi Market and walk about 1 km; or take bus No. 2 or 13 and get off at the Gucheng parking lot station, or take bus No. 7 at Get off at the Department Store and walk through the north gate of the ancient city; or take bus No. 2, 3, or 12 in the city and get off at Nanmen Street Station, and walk through the south gate of the ancient city.
Tickets
Free
tips:
Heilongtan Park and Baisha Mural require an ancient city maintenance fee of 50 yuan, which is generally paid by inns, The hotel collects it on your behalf, or you can buy it at the gate of the ancient city and the ticket offices of various attractions (when visiting Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area, Mufu, Black Dragon Pond Park and other attractions, you will generally be asked to show your Guwei fee receipt).
Opening hours
All day (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Attraction location
Yunnan No. 1, East Street, Naxi Autonomous County, Gucheng District, Lijiang City
7. Erhai Lake
Introduction
One of the four famous scenic spots in Dali, "Wind, Flowers, Snow and Moon", its shape is like an ear , is a plateau lake formed by the collapse of the Xi'er River.
***There are three islands, four continents, five lakes and nine bends. The lake water is crystal clear and is called "the flawless jade among the mountains".
Popular villages along the lake include the "Erhai Divine Light" Double Corridor, Caicun, the location of "Blooming Heart", and Xizhou, which features Bai folk residential architecture.
Time reference
More than 3 hours
Transportation
It is just a short walk from the ancient city to Erhai Lake; take bus No. 11 in Longshan You can get there by getting off at the market station; take a taxi or ride a horse-drawn carriage.
Tickets
Free
tips:
Please consult the scenic spot for specific details
Opening hours
All day (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Attraction location
Erhai Lake, Dali City, Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
8. Dali Ancient City
Introduction
Dali Ancient City is located at the foot of the beautiful Cangshan Mountain. It was the capital of the ancient Nanzhao Kingdom and Dali Kingdom.
The streets in the city have a typical chessboard layout and are the core tourist area of ??Dali.
The weather in Dali is fine in March and April of the lunar calendar. It is the most suitable time to come to Dali to enjoy the scenery and experience the folk customs.
Here you can raise flowers and grass, play with cats and dogs, visit small shops, go to bars, and enjoy a slow, artistic, fashionable life.
Telephone
0872-2670396; 0872-2699969
Time reference
More than 3 hours
Transportation
1. To get to Dali by train, you can take bus No. 8 directly at Dali Railway Station, and the terminal is near the east gate of Dali Ancient City; to get to Dali by plane, you can first take the airport bus to Cangshan Hotel, and then Take bus No. 8 from the nearest "City Hospital" station;
2. From Xiaguan to Dali Ancient City, you can take bus No. 4 starting from the bus company and ending near the south gate of Dali Ancient City;
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3. There are some minibuses on Xiaguan Jianshe Road and Wenhua Road to Dali. The journey takes about 30 minutes and the fare is about 50 yuan
Tickets
Free
Tips:
Please consult the scenic spot for specific details
Opening hours
All day (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Attraction location
No. 42, Yita Road, Dali City, Yunnan Province
9. Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences
Introduction
A comprehensive botanical garden integrating tropical scientific research, species conservation, and popular science education.
It is China’s largest botanical garden with the richest collection of species and the most specialized botanical gardens.
All tourist areas open to the Botanic Garden include three areas: West Area, Valley Rainforest, and Green Stone Forest.
Among the nearly 10,000 species, there are many exotic species that most people have never heard of.
Telephone
0691-8715914
Time reference
More than 3 hours
Transportation
Purchase a bus ticket to the Botanical Garden at Banna Passenger Terminal (No. 3 Minhang Road), take the bus to Menglun or Mengla, and get off at Menglun.
Tickets
Tickets: Adult ticket 80 RMB/half price ticket 40 RMB/Banna local ticket 30 RMB (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Half ticket: 1. Minors aged 7-18 (including 18 years old);
2. Seniors aged 60 (including 60 years old) to 70 years old (excluding 70 years old) ;
3. Full-time undergraduate students with a valid certificate or below.
Free tickets: 1. Children aged 6 years old (including 6 years old) or under 1.2 meters tall (including 1.2 meters);
2. Elderly people over 70 years old or holding " Persons with "Retirement Certificate";
3. Disabled persons with valid certificates (blind persons, persons with disabilities of both lower limbs and other severely disabled persons are allowed to enter free of charge for one accompanying person);
4. Active-duty soldiers, disabled soldiers, retired military cadres and retired non-commissioned officers who hold valid certificates;
5. Those who hold the "Yunnan Province High-level Talent Green Channel Service Certificate" can bring their Parents, spouses, and children can enter the park free of charge for up to 6 people.
Opening hours
08:00-18:00 (Monday-Sunday, January 1st - December 31st)
Attraction location
National Highway 213, Menglun Town, Mengla County, Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province
10. Shuhe Ancient Town
Introduction
Located in the northwest of Lijiang Ancient City, close to the mountains Next to the water, it is quieter and more primitive than Dayan Ancient Town.
The mountain behind the ancient town is the remnant of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. The mountains are green and beautiful, and the trees are lush.
The big stone bridge and Dajue Palace in the town are well preserved, and the murals depict Buddhist figures.
It is an important part of the world cultural heritage Lijiang Ancient Town. It was selected as one of CCTV's "China's Charming Towns" in 2005.
Tel
0888-5174636
Time reference
1 day
Transportation
Lijiang Old Town—Shuhe
Bicycle: Shuhe Ancient Town is about 6 kilometers away from Dayan Town. You can rent a bicycle to go there
Minibus: There are private minibuses outside the ancient city. The cost is generally around 5 yuan; there are also minicars to Shuhe at the entrance of Likolong Supermarket on Shangri-La Avenue, 2 yuan/person, chartered taxi is about 20 yuan
Taxi: 15-20 yuan for a taxi, generally not available Table
Bus: Bus No. 111 connects Lijiang Old Town and Shuhe Ancient Town, passing by Red Sun Square.
Lijiang Railway Station-Shuhe
Bus: There is a direct line 103 from Lijiang Railway Station to Shuhe, passing through Fuhui Market and other stations in the city, but this line is in accordance with the The train departs at the same time. Tourists departing from Lijiang city are not recommended to take bus 103 to avoid long waits. To go to the city, please take bus 111.
Taxi: Take a taxi from Lijiang Railway Station to Shuhe Ancient Town, about 40 yuan
Lijiang Sanyi Airport—Shuhe
Taxi: Taking a taxi from the airport to Shuhe Ancient Town costs about 100 yuan, and the price may increase at night
Bus: Achieved Take the airport bus downtown line and get off at Civil Aviation Blue Sky Hotel (Fuhui Road), transfer to the 103 tourist bus and get off at Shuhe Nanmen Station
Tickets
Free
Opening hours
All day (January 1st - December 31st, Monday - Sunday)
Attraction location
Old Town of Lijiang City, Yunnan Province District Lijiang Shuhe Tea Horse Ancient Town