Tourist Attractions Map of Shangrila City in Diqing
Overview
Shangri-La City (香格里拉市) in Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (迪庆藏族自治州), Yunnan Province, is renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes and rich ethnic culture. Here’s a guide to its major attractions:
Key Attractions
Ganden Sumtseling Monastery (松赞林寺)
Address: No.3, Niwang Road, Jiantang Town (建塘镇)
Highlights: Known as “Little Potala Palace”, modeled after Lhasa’s Potala Palace
Ticket: 115 CNY
Hours: 08:00-18:00
Dukezong Ancient Town (独克宗古城)
Address: Kangzhu Avenue, Shangri-La
Highlights: Best-preserved Tibetan residential complex with 1,300-year history
Admission: Free
Pudacuo National Park (普达措国家公园)
Address: Hongpo Village, Jiantang Town (建塘镇)
Highlights: Includes Bitahai Lake and Shudu Lake, part of “Three Parallel Rivers”
Ticket: 138 CNY (includes shuttle)
Hours: 08:30-16:00
Tiger Leaping Gorge (虎跳峡)
Address: Hutiaoxia Town (虎跳峡镇)
Highlights: One of world’s deepest gorges with three sections
Ticket: 45 CNY (Upper Gorge)
Hours: 08:00-17:30
White Water Terraces (白水台)
Address: Baidi Village (白地村), Sanba Township (三坝乡)
Highlights: China’s largest travertine terraces, origin of Dongba culture
Ticket: 30 CNY
Hours: All day
Napa Lake (纳帕海)
Address: West of Xineihuan Road
Highlights: Alpine lake surrounded by grasslands, ideal for cycling
Admission: Free
Balagezong (巴拉格宗)
Address: Balashe, Nixi Township (尼西乡)
Highlights: Shangri-La’s last hidden gem with diverse landscapes
Ticket: Varies
Bigu Tianchi (碧沽天池)
Address: Lianhe Village, Xiaozhongdian Township (小中甸乡)
Highlights: Secluded alpine lake in primeval forest
Admission: Free
Travel Tips
Best Season: May-November
- May-June: Rhododendron blooms
- September-November: Autumn foliage
Transportation:
- Airport available (no railway station)
- Local buses/shuttles for city transport
Accommodation: Recommended in Dukezong Ancient Town (独克宗古城) for authentic Tibetan experience
Precautions:
- Acclimatize to high altitude
- Sun protection and warm layers essential
Shangri-La offers unparalleled combinations of natural wonders and cultural treasures for all types of travelers.
