Shangri-La in February is a paradise on earth.

In February, when most places are still immersed in the hustle and bustle of the New Year and the cold, Shangri-La exudes a unique charm with its own unique style. The blue sky, white clouds, vast snow-capped mountains, tranquil lakes, and the mysterious Tibetan Buddhist culture all attract people to explore. This February, let's go to Shangri-La and start a dream trip together. 🌤️Weather The temperature in Shangri-La in February is relatively low, with an average temperature of -5°C to 10°C. The temperature difference between morning and evening is very large. It is warm during the day when the sun is shining, but it becomes extremely cold at night. The weather is changeable, and it may be sunny one moment and snowing the next. ❄️ Therefore, you must pay attention to the weather forecast when traveling. 👚Clothing 👔For tops, it is recommended to prepare thick down jackets, warm sweaters, or fleece sweatshirts. Down jackets should be warm, windproof, and waterproof. Sweaters or fleece sweatshirts should be worn close to the body to increase warmth. 👖For pants, you can wear fleece-lined warm pants and thick jeans, which are warm and windproof. 🧣As for accessories, be sure to bring a thick scarf, woolen hat, and gloves 🧤, which can effectively resist the cold. Wear waterproof and non-slip snow boots so you can walk steadily on snowy roads. 🍜Food 🥘Yak meat hot pot: When you come to Shangri-La, you must eat yak meat hot pot. Fresh yak meat is firm and nutritious. After being stewed in a hot pot, it is dipped in a special sauce, which is tender and juicy, warm, and delicious. 🍙Butter tea: As a traditional Tibetan drink, butter tea has a rich taste, with the mellow taste of butter and the fragrance of tea leaves. Drinking a cup can quickly dispel the cold in the body and relieve altitude sickness. 🍛Highland barley cake: Highland barley cake is baked with highland barley flour. The crust is crispy, and the inside is soft, with a faint aroma of highland barley. It is a perfect match with butter tea. 🏠Accommodation 🏨Dukezong Ancient City: There are many characteristic inns here, and the decoration style is full of Tibetan style. Living in the ancient city is convenient for travel, and you can enjoy the night view of the ancient city at night and feel the tranquility and mystery of the ancient city. 🛏️Hotels in the city: If you are looking for a more comfortable accommodation environment and complete facilities, you can choose hotels in the city. The service of the hotel is relatively standardized and can meet the needs of different tourists. 🚗Transportation in the city 🚌Bus: The bus routes in Shangri-La cover the main urban areas and some scenic spots. The fare is cheap, but there are few buses, so you need to pay attention to the operating time. 🚕Taxi: Taxis are convenient for travel, and the price is reasonable in the urban area. However, when going to some remote scenic spots, you should negotiate the price with the driver in advance to avoid disputes. 🚲Car rental: If there are many people traveling together, renting a car for self-driving is a good choice. You can arrange your itinerary freely and stop at beautiful places at any time. However, when driving in high-altitude areas, pay attention to safety and avoid fatigue driving. 🗺️Travel route Day 1: Dukezong Ancient City - Guishan Park Morning: After arriving in Shangri-La, go to Dukezong Ancient City to check in, and after putting down your luggage, stroll around the ancient city to feel the unique charm of the ancient city. Noon: Taste local delicacies in the ancient city. Afternoon: Go to Guishan Park and turn the world's largest prayer wheel to pray for your family and yourself. Evening: Stroll around the ancient city, enjoy the night view of the ancient city, and experience the local nightlife. Day 2: Pudacuo National Park Morning: Get up early and go to Pudacuo National Park to enjoy the natural scenery of plateau lakes, virgin forests, wetland meadows, and more. Noon: Have a meal in the restaurant in the park and taste special light meals. Afternoon: Continue to play in Pudacuo National Park and deeply feel the charm of nature. Evening: Return to the city to rest. Day 3: Songzanlin Monastery - Napa Lake Morning: Go to Songzanlin Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhist temple known as the "Little Potala Palace", with magnificent architecture and a strong religious atmosphere. Noon: Dine near Songzanlin Monastery. Afternoon: Go to Napa Lake. Napa Lake in winter is a quiet wetland with many migratory birds inhabiting it, and the scenery is very charming. Evening: Prepare to return. 🌟Must-see attractions Dukezong Ancient City: The best-preserved and largest Tibetan residential complex in China. The architectural style in the ancient city is unique, and the stone roads are winding and full of strong Tibetan customs. Here, you can visit various Tibetan handicraft shops, taste special delicacies, and feel the charm of Tibetan culture. Guishan Park: Located next to Dukezong Ancient City, the park has the world's largest prayer wheel. The prayer wheel is 21 meters high and weighs 60 tons. It takes more than a dozen people to turn it. Turning the prayer wheel means praying for blessings and eliminating disasters, bringing good luck to your family and yourself. Pudacuo National Park: Composed of two ecological tourist areas, Bitahai and Shudu Lake, it has multiple ecosystems such as lakes, forests, grasslands, and wetlands. Here, you can see crystal-clear lakes, lush forests, and cattle and sheep grazing leisurely, as if you are in a fairyland. Songzanlin Monastery: The largest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Yunnan. The temple buildings are built on the mountain, with a staggered layout. The exterior is magnificent, and the interior enshrines many Buddha statues and precious religious relics. Here, you can feel the strong religious atmosphere and learn about Tibetan Buddhist culture. Napa Lake: A seasonal lake, a grassland in summer, and a lake in winter. Every winter, a large number of migratory birds inhabit here, making it a good place for bird watching. The surrounding grassland scenery is also very beautiful, and the distant snow-capped mountains complement the blue sky and white clouds. Shika Snow Mountain: It has many alpine lakes and dense virgin forests. Here, you can take a cable car directly to the top of the mountain, overlooking the magnificent snow-capped mountain scenery, and experience winter activities such as skiing. 📌Travel tips Take precautions against altitude sickness in advance, such as taking anti-altitude sickness drugs in advance and avoiding strenuous exercise. In the first few days of arriving in Shangri-La, pay attention to rest and let your body adapt to the plateau environment. The ultraviolet rays in Shangri-La are very strong, so be sure to take sun protection measures, and bring sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, and more. When visiting temples, respect local religious beliefs and customs, do not touch Buddha statues and religious relics at will, and do not make loud noises. When buying specialties and souvenirs, pay attention to identifying authenticity and price to avoid being ripped off. There may be snow and ice on the road in winter, so pay attention to safety when driving, control the speed, and do not brake or turn sharply. I hope this guide can help you have a good time in Shangri-La in February and leave unforgettable memories.💕