Mu’s Mansion
Nestled in the heart of Lijiang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in China’s Yunnan Province, lies the magnificent Mu’s Mansion (Mufu), a captivating testament to the rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess of…
Bamboo Temple
An old legend tells that during immemorial times, the king of the Dali kingdom and his brother drove out and went hunting rhinoceros. However, when they drove along the way till the Jade…
Meili Snow Mountain
Meili Snow Mountain, also known as Prince Snow Mountain, is located 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) northeast of Deqin County of Yunnan Province. The mountain sits on the border of Yunnan Province and Tibet,…
Mingyong Glacier: A Sacred Ice River in Yunnan’s Mountains
The Mingyong Glacier, cascading down the eastern face of Mount Meili (Kawagebo Peak), stands as one of Earth’s most remarkable low-latitude glaciers. This majestic river of ice holds both scientific significance and deep…
Baisha Village and Mural
Nestled at the foot of the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Baisha Village (Baishazhen) stands as a captivating destination that offers travelers a unique blend of cultural heritage, ancient architecture, and breathtaking murals….
Haba Snow Mountain
The Haba Snow Mountain stands 120 kilometres to the southeast of Zhongdian County. the meain peak is 5,396 metres in height. The Haba Snow Mountain covers an area of 21,908 hectares, with a…
Lugu Lake
Lugu Lake lies 200 kilometers (approximately 124 miles) from the center of Lijiang City, on the border between Ninglang County in Yunnan Province and Yanyuan County in Sichuan Province. The lake is like…
White Water Terrace (Baishuitai), Shangri-La: The Complete Guide
White Water Terrace (Baishuitai) is China’s largest freshwater travertine formation — a 300,000-year-old cascade of white and blue calcium pools nestled at 2,380m in the Shangri-La foothills. It costs CNY 30 to enter,…
Shuhe Old Town
History and Cultural Significance Shuhe Old Town, known to locals as Longquan Village, has a rich history dating back over 800 years. It’s believed to be the first settlement of the Naxi people…
Baima Snow Mountain
The Baima Snow Mountain lies in Deqin County of Yunnan Province, between the Jinsha River and Lancang River. The highest peak of the mountain is 5,429.6 meters above sea level, covered with snow…
Weibao Mountain (Weibaoshan): Taoist Temples, Walking Routes and What to Skip
Weibao Mountain (Weibaoshan, 巍宝山) is Yunnan’s best-known Taoist mountain. It stands 10 km southeast of Weishan Ancient Town in Dali Prefecture. Stone paths link more than 20 temples, including the shrine of the…
Zhoucheng Village, Dali: Tie-Dye Workshops, Village Life & Day Route
Zhoucheng Village is the largest Bai village in Yunnan, 23 km north of Dali Old Town. Bai tie-dye is still made in its family courtyards. Most visitors come to dye a scarf or…
