Mystical Nujiang, Loguqing 24km hiking trail

Upon entering the village, the first thing that catches your eye is a Tibetan Buddhist stupa and the surrounding earth houses that resemble Tibetan architecture (including the Bon religion architecture of the Bodhi Temple 🏯 along the way). One might wonder, isn't this a Tibetan village? Then, upon careful consideration of the geographical location of Lanping Pumi and Bai Autonomous County 📍, Lanping is situated between Shangri-La and Dali, serving as a buffer zone. The Pumi people were originally a branch of the Tibetan ethnic group, and geographically, they are adjacent to Jianchuan in Dali. They have their own language, folk culture, and clothing that bear traces of the Bai people. Their religious beliefs are rooted in Tibetan Buddhism, and they can speak both Bai and Tibetan languages. This unique geographical location has fostered a multi-lingual ethnic habit. Such a magical region in the south of the clouds is worth exploring for its numerous fascinating areas... Loguqing, as the name suggests, 'Qing' in Yunnan refers to a large bamboo forest in the mountains, generally referring to a valley with dense trees. It is part of Laojun Mountain in Yunnan, tightly surrounded by primeval forests and Danxia stone peaks. According to Pumi friends, there are 91 streams, 18 ridges, and 360 peaks among the rocks. Stepping into it feels like entering a fairyland, relaxing the body and mind, releasing stress, and bringing peace to the soul. 🙏🏻 Loguqing 🧗 3️⃣ routes 1️⃣ 5km light hiking round trip (suitable for those who want to experience and check-in) Loguqing—Lovers' Dam—Flower Creek Valley—Red Bean Creek—Painting Screen Mountain—Mother Tree. Along the way, you can enjoy the village scenery of the Pumi people. 2️⃣ Medium route 14km forest hike Loguqing—Lovers' Dam—Flower Creek Valley—Red Bean Creek—Painting Screen Mountain—Mother Tree—Golden Toad Gazing at the Moon—Listening Wind Cliff. Along the way, there are many high mountain green meadows with herds of cattle and sheep, as well as primeval forests, streams, flower seas, gorges, and cliffs. 3️⃣ Dayang Field-Loguqing 24km hiking route (not recommended for beginners) Located in the core protection area of the Three Parallel Rivers World Natural Heritage, the entire route is 24km with a maximum altitude of 3600m. It is the most classic route among the three, showcasing rich natural landscapes. The entire route traverses primeval forests, high mountain meadows, Danxia stone forests, and other landforms. It is also the most challenging route ⚠️. Some sections of this hiking route pass through cliffs, gorges, and other areas with intermittent mobile network coverage and the presence of wild animals. Hiking Tips 📍 Navigation: Loguqing, Lanping Bai and Pumi Autonomous County, Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture We drove from Dali, taking about 3 hours to reach the village entrance. See picture 2️⃣ for the stupa. Recommended duration is 3 days and 2 nights. Settle and rest on the first night, explore the medium and short routes on the second day, and directly tackle the 24km Loguqing-Dayang Field route on the last morning❗️Friendly reminder: Pay attention ⚠️ The entire 24km route from Loguqing to Dayang Field is a one-way route from the starting point ➡️ to the endpoint. If you are driving, you need to arrange your vehicle reasonably; otherwise, you will have to walk back to retrieve your car ⚠️. Accommodation and Meals 🏨 There are homestays in the village, mostly family inns converted from Pumi earth houses. Most families provide meals, and local specialties are recommended, such as chicken stewed with wild mushrooms 🍄, Tibetan fragrant pork ham, and wild mountain vegetables. In the evening, there are bonfires, drinking, dancing, and barbecues. Loguqing Scenic Area Road