ShangriLa (香格里拉) is a mesmerizing countylevel city nestled in the northwestern part of Yunnan Province (云南省), China. Serving as the capital and the largest city of the Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (迪庆藏族自治州), ShangriLa is bordered by Lijiang to the south and Sichuan Province to the northwest, north, and east. The city, originally known as Zhongdian (中甸), was renamed ShangriLa in 2001, inspired by the fictional paradise in James Hilton's 1933 novel "Lost Horizon," as part of a Chinese government initiative to promote tourism.

ShangriLa is situated at an elevation of 3,160 meters (10,370 feet) and covers an area of 11,613 square kilometers (4,484 square miles). According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 186,412 people. The city is a blend of cultural diversity, with the southern half predominantly inhabited by the Naxi people, speaking the Naxi language, and the northern half by the Khampas, speaking Khams Tibetan. Southwestern Mandarin is also widely spoken throughout the city.

The city's rich history is marked by a tragic event on January 11, 2014, when a fire broke out in the 1,000yearold Dukezong Ancient Town(獨克宗古城), destroying about 242 homes and shops and displacing 2,600 residents. Despite this, the city has rebuilt and continues to thrive as a tourist destination, thanks to its stunning natural beauty and cultural heritage sites.

ShangriLa's climate is characterized by dry winters and warm summers, with a significant portion of its annual precipitation occurring from June to September. This unique climate, combined with its high elevation, makes ShangriLa distinct from other regions in Yunnan.

Tourism plays a vital role in ShangriLa's economy, with attractions like the Gandan Sumtseling Monastery (甘丹松赞林寺), Pudacuo National Park (普达措国家公园), and the breathtaking Tiger Leaping Gorge (虎跳峡) drawing visitors from around the globe. The city's transportation infrastructure includes the recently opened ShangriLa railway station, Diqing ShangriLa Airport, and a network of longdistance buses, making it accessible for tourists and serving as a gateway into Tibet.

ShangriLa stands as a testament to the resilience and beauty of Yunnan's cultural and natural landscapes, inviting travelers to explore its rich heritage, stunning scenery, and vibrant communities.

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Date of shooting
January 26, 2024

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Attractions and routes
Ganden Sumtseling Monastery(松贊林寺)
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Dukezong Ancient Town(獨克宗古城)
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Itinerary
00:00 Ganden Sumtseling Monastery(松贊林寺)
22:12 The Top Floor of The Temple(寺廟頂樓)
41:10 Dukezong Ancient Town(獨克宗古城)
46:23 Moonlight Plaza(月光廣場)
48:37 Guishan Park(龜山公園)
53:34 The Largest Prayer Wheel in The World(全世界最大的轉經筒)
1:11:44 White Tower(白塔)
1:19:40 Square Street(四方街)
1:20:59 Snowy Street(下雪的街道)
1:32:17 Square Dance on a Snowy Night(雪夜的廣場舞)

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