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10 Best place to visit in Shangri-La China

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Paradise in Southern China | Shangri-La & Lijiang

Lijiang and Shangri-La in Yunnan, are two of the most popular travel destinations in China. With its rich ancient history and beautiful natural landscape, this region inspired many. After a two day trek at the Tiger Leaping Gorge, we are back in the ancient cities to eat some delicious Naxi food, and take in the unique Yunnan-Tibetan culture. Join us on this three day travel vlog through Southern China.

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不二手工烘培咖啡店 (Baisha) - Cafe
纳西火塘总店 (Shuhe) - Naxi BBQ and Hot Pot
古城角落 (Dukezong) - Cafe
宗喀藏餐 (Dukezong) - Tibetan Hot Pot


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Xishuangbanna:
Dali:
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Yunnan: The Hidden Paradise of China – Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La | The Travel Intern

There's so much to eat, see and do in Yunnan! Check out our Yunnan Nature Bucket List here:

In the southwestern region of China lies Yunnan province. Dubbed as China's hidden paradise, follow our adventures through the lesser-known cities of Kunming, Dali, Lijiang and Shangri-la!

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KUNMING CITY

00:51 - Yunnan Nationalities Village
Yunnan province is home to 26 different minority ethnic groups and you can experience all of them right here! (FUN FACT: China has a total of 56 ethnic groups! Talk about diversity!)

01:04 - Dragon Gate, Western Hills
Skillfully carved on a large natural rock, it is said that once you enter the dragon gate, you will become famous and successful. Who can say no to good luck?!

01:20 - Green Lake Park
Here at one of the most beautiful parks in Kunming city, you can catch locals engaging in recreational activities. It’s the perfect place to absorb the Kunming culture!

01:31 - Shilin Stone Forest
Epic or what? This 400 sq km-wide area of towering limestones (all natural!) was considered the “First Wonder of the World” to the Chinese. Marvel at the different karst formation around this stone forest!

01:41 - Jiuxiang Scenic Region
Explore the cluster of karst caves in this region, the largest of such complex in China! Here you’ll get to explore a bat cave, lying dragon cave, grand lion hall and fairy field, among others.

DALI

01:50 - Three Pagodas
Three impressive 1,800-year-old pagodas that are still standing to this day and are a symbol of the history of Dali City.

02:04 - Dali Ancient City
A thousand-year-old city with so much history and culture where the past and present coexist.

LIJIANG

02:23 - Old Town of Lijiang
A town with a history going back more than 1,000 years, it remains largely untouched and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

02:48 - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
Scale this 5,596-metre giant! (SIKE! You can actually take a cable car up 4506 metres!)

02:51 - Blue Moon Valley
As its name suggests, it's an extremely blue river meandering through a lush valley of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain! Definitely a must-visit!

02:58 - Jade Dragon Snow Mountain (4506-metre peak)
Get a bird's eye view of Lijiang from on top the most southerly snowcapped mountain in the Northern Hemisphere!

03:07 - Impression Lijiang
Catch this magnificent outdoor singing and dancing performance demonstrating the tradition and lifestyle of the local ethnic people! You even get a picturesque view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain as the background!

03:12 - Black Dragon Pool
A great place to see the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain but an even better place to take sick IG pictures!

03:23 - Tiger Leaping Gorge
If you're all about that hiking/fitspo life then we recommend going on this 2-day-1-night hike up the Tiger Leaping Gorge! The views are out of this world! That, we guarantee!

SHANGRI-LA

04:16 - Songzanlin Lamasery
Visit the largest Tibetan Buddhist temple complex in Yunnan Province!

04:26 - Dukezong Ancient City
It is the largest and best-preserved Tibetan city among China's Tibetan counties!

04:40 - Balagezong Scenic Area
Soak in the sights and sound of this beautiful area and discover its unique beauty with rich Tibetan culture!

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China, the gateway to East Asia, is a fascinating country. It is an ancient civilization that gave the world Peking Man, gunpowder and noodles. Visitors making their first trip to China usually stick to the larger cities. More experienced visitors to the Middle Kingdom will strike out in other directions, where traveling may be a bit more frustrating because of the language barrier, but most definitely doable for independent travelers. Here’s a look at the best places to visit in China:
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Most beautiful places in Kunming China | best tourist attractions

Kunming is a national historical and cultural city in China. Humans lived and multiplied around Dianchi Lake as early as 30,000 years ago; Dian Kingdom was established in 278 BC and its capital was established here; Nanzhao Kingdom built and extended the East City in 765, marking the beginning of Kunming’s construction ; At the end of the Ming Dynasty, the Yongli regime of the Nanming Dynasty established its capital in Kunming. Kunming has a monsoon climate in the northern subtropical low-latitude plateau mountain. It is a mountainous landform, surrounded by mountains on three sides, and bordered by Dianchi Lake in the south. The scenery along the lake is beautiful. Because of its location on the low-latitude plateau, it has a climate of all seasons like spring and enjoys the reputation of Spring City. China Kunming Import and Export Commodities Fair, China International Tourism Fair, and China Kunming International Tourism Festival make Kunming one of the major exhibition cities in China.

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10 BEST THINGS TO DO IN SHANGHAI

Today we share the 10 best things to do in Shanghai, perfect for those planning a trip to Shanghai. We share the top 10 things to do in Shanghai, including what Shanghai is famous for and the best Shanghai attractions. We share tips for how to plan a trip to Shanghai and what to do in Shanghai, all in this Shanghai Vacation Guide.

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00:29 ORIENTAL PEARL TOWER
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The Legend of Shangri-la (Yunnan: The China You Never Knew, episode 9)

Episode 9 of 'Yunnan: The China You Never Knew' is out now! Check out 'The Legend of Shangri-la' and come with us as we explore an enormous Tibetan Buddhist Temple, learn to make Tibetan art, sample Tibetan craft beer and head to a natural wonder straight out of a fairy tale.

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Best things to do in SHANGRI-LA YUNNAN, the most remote city in Yunnan | China Travel Guide

Here are the best things to do in Shangri-la Yunnan: Visit the most famous Tibetan temple, the Songzanlin Monastery and explore the old village of Dukezong. These places are a great introduction to the Tibetan culture and you can easily do these within a day.

Shangri-La Yunnan is named after a mythical city in James Hilton’s book, the Lost Horizon. Previously known as Zhongdian, the city was re-named as Shangri-La in December 2001. The name Shangri-La means Paradise.

This is the most remote city in Yunnan as compared to the rest of the cities in Yunnan, such as Kunming and Lijiang. There is public transportation between these cities and buses travel regularly between Shangri-La and Tiger Leaping Gorge, Lijiang or Dali. However, bus services need to be confirmed prior to travelling as services can be disrupted due to weather or road conditions. Alternatively, you may choose to fly here. There is currently no rail connection between Lijiang and Shangri-La, however, a new rail line is being built.

If you choose to go by the mountain roads from Tiger Leaping Gorge, you could stop by at Bai Shui Tai (white water terrace). From there, you could catch the 2pm bus to Shangri-La. However, if you miss the bus like we did, then be prepared to hire a private car for at least 400 rmb.

Situated on the High Tibetan plateau, the winter is cold. It's also good to acclimatize to the high elevation prior to coming. A good suggestion is to stay in Lijiang or Tiger Leaping Gorge.

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0:00 : Introduction
1:04 : Drive from Tiger Leaping Gorge
1:21 : Bai Shui Tai (White Water Terrace)
2:07 : Drive to Shangri-La
3:00 : Songzanlin Monastery
4:27 : Holy Lake
5:24 : Dukezong Old Village
6:40 : Guishan Park
8:21 : Giant Prayer Wheel
9:30 : Shangri-La
10:03 : Outro


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Shangri-la. Travelling to Yunnan buddhist paradise. Local culture and traditions in 2 days 4K

Colorful Yunnan Of China , Tourism Paradise Of The World

Every journey,is the beginning of a story .
It is for from the city,but close to yourself .
In the arm of nature,time forgot to run .
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The eternal legacy maintained in Yunnan .
Craving for anything new in the world,you may taste a unique local food .
Keep in mind everything that satiate your palate .
Here or there , in one way or another , the soul will find its home .
Time-honored art , dyes Yunnan is all appealing colors .
As colors have no boundary , festivals follow one after another .
The harmony produced by totems , nurtured lasting prosperity of the nation .
This is the end of the journey , as well as the starting point .
Everything is beautiful in Yunnan .

Lijiang old Town in China | Most visited tourist attractions in Lijiang Yunnan

When you first arrive in Lijiang, you will be impressed by the beautiful scenery like small bridges and flowing water. The ancient town of Dayan, Shuhe, and Yulong Snow Mountain will be the best places for you to understand Lijiang, as well as the mysterious eastern daughter country Lugu Lake. The beautiful lakes and mountains will surely make you intoxicated. In Lijiang, you can be a wayward child, put aside the troubles of life, fantasize, have fun, and enjoy the warm sunshine here wantonly; or take a hike to experience the beauty of natural mountains and rivers; you can also be in the intoxicating One night, looking forward to an unexpected love. Healing, affair, crossing, searching, pure, daze...These words may well describe Lijiang, but she still has many unknown charms that are waiting to be discovered by people who come here.

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The Most Beautiful City in China | Dali, Yunnan

At the heart of Yunnan Province, Dali is the most stunning city I've been to in China! Whereas many natural sceneries in China are out in the middle of nowhere, the beauties of Dali are steps within civilization. The unique cuisine, hospitable locals, and jaw-dropping landscape makes Dali one of my favorite places to visit.

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00:00 - Introduction
00:45 - Day 1: Day trip around Erhai Lake to Xizhou 喜洲 & Shuanglang 双廊
03:09 - Day 2: Dali Ancient Town 大理古城
04:45 - Wild Mushroom Hot Pot
05:42 - Day 3: Afternoon Tea at Caicun 才村
07:00 - Day 4: Cycling along Erhai
08:33 - Peacock Feast 孔雀盛宴
09:23 - Day 5: Sunrise at Erhai Lake

YUNNAN SERIES:
Dali (This Video):
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Lijiang & Shangri-La:
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10 Things to See and Do in Shenzhen, China | Travel Video | Travel Guide | SKY Travel

10 Things to See and Do in Shenzhen, China | Travel Video | Travel Guide | SKY Travel
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01.Luohu Commercial City
02.Dafen oil painting village
03.Dameisha and Xiaomeisha beaches
04.Window of the World
05.Shenzhen Museum
06.Futian Central Business District
07.Sea World
08.Nanshan mountains
09.OCT Loft Creative Culture Park
10.Meridian View Centre Shenzhen


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Shenzhen, in southeastern China, is a modern metropolis that links Hong Kong to China’s mainland. It's known for its shopping destinations, including Luohu Commercial City, a massive mall with a vast array of wares, from tailors’ custom clothing to faux designer bags. The city also features contemporary buildings, such as the 600m-tall skyscraper Ping An International Finance Centre, and a number of amusement parks. ― Google

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So the following day, we hopped into the car to Shangri-la right after discovering the beauty of Lijiang . We went to the Tiger Leaping Gorge which is one of the deepest gorges with spectacular sceneries on the planet, and it has the best hiking trail in the China. We continued our journey to Shangri-la's Old Town and even the Potatso/ Pudacuo National Park.

Shangri La (香格里拉) or Zhongdian (中甸) China, Dêqên, Yunnan | 2016 FULL HD Travel Video

This week we go from Lijiang to Shangri-la (香格里拉). A place they used to call Zhōngdiàn (中甸). It's in Yunnan province, China, but you definitely feel the Tibetan vibes here.
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We stayed at: Kevin's Trekker Inn, Shangri-La, China
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Our hike to the Yakfields around Shangri-La and our Tibetan Homestay we arranged with: Khampa Caravan.
Loved it! The hike is definitely lonely and unique, though the village was not as spectaculair as we'd hoped.

And for those who wonder: Till early 2000's this town was called Zongdian, but the government thought it would attrack more tourists if they would rename the place Shangri-La. After the novel of James Hilton. Where Shangri-La is described as a mystical paradise on earth....
In 2014 the old city got fire and hundreds of houses were destroyed. Though rebuilding goes fast!

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Old Town of Lijiang, Yunnan, China [Amazing Places 4K]

The Old Town of Lijiang is well-preserved old city of the Naxi minority. It is listed by UNESCO as World Heritages Site, quote: Lijiang is an exceptional ancient town set in a dramatic landscape which represents the harmonious fusion of different cultural traditions to produce an urban landscape of outstanding quality.

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A Hidden Paradise in Northwestern Yunnan - Hylandia by Shangri-La.

View the opening offer by our new hotel, Hylandia by Shangri-La, located in Shangri-La City, capital of Diqing, China:

Why do we seek? We seek because it is human nature to do so.

Every day, we open our eyes to the promise of something new, something previously unfelt. We seek to feel, so that we may understand the value of little things – like the sound of a breath… magnified by the hush of a place bigger than our dreams. We seek to leave a path for others to follow. That they may explore. Dream. Discover. And it is through seeking that we find what it is to be part of this immense, beautiful world.

Discover what you may seek in this exciting destination. Our new hotel, Hylandia by Shangri-La, is set to open on 3 August 2015.

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