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LUKE ARNOLDUnited States

This place is truly not abroad; they say it is God's own backyard

Nanji Luo, hidden in the deep mountains, is a stunning secret realm also known as Nan Jie Luo, meaning a place for grazing sheep. It features high mountains and lakes as its main landscape, complemented by pastures, forests, meadows, wetlands, and various waterfalls. It is referred to as the tears God left behind on earth. 🚩Location: Within the territory of Achidaga Village, Badi Township, Weixi County, Diqing Prefecture, Yunnan 🚘Transportation: 296 kilometers from Shangri-La, about 5h 420 kilometers from Lijiang City, about 7h 120 kilometers from Feilai Temple, about 2h 🏠Accommodation: Badi Township Center, Cizhong, Nanji Luo Village (recommended to stay in Cizhong or Badi) 🥾Nanji Luo Hiking Routes (altitude 3600-4400) start from Lake No. 3 Short loop (Lakes 3-5) to Lake No. 5 and back, about 4 kilometers, approximately 2-3h Long loop (Lakes 3-9). Continue from Lake No. 5 around the loop back to Lake No. 3: about 11 kilometers, approximately 6-7h Starting from Lake No. 3, another route leads to Lakes 10 to 12, which is the highest in altitude and the most difficult. It requires one day ‼️Tips: External vehicles are prohibited from entering the core scenic area. It is mandatory to park at the Achidaga Village Committee parking lot and transfer to local villagers' off-road vehicles to enter the scenic area. The road is a mix of cement and gravel, steep slopes, many bends, and narrow paths. The route passes through Nanji Luo Village, 43 bends, and Lakes 1-2, covering nearly 30 kilometers, taking about an hour and a half to reach the starting point at Lake No. 3. Cost: According to local information, Nanji Luo scenic area is currently under unified development and utilization, as well as standardized management of vehicle operations. Please pay close attention to the specific opening times and information! Essentials: Oxygen, windbreaker, raincoat, quick-dry clothing, waterproof non-slip hiking shoes, dry food, water, walking sticks Best travel strategy reference: (Three days and two nights) day1: Shangri-La - Benzilan - Jinsha River Great Bend - Baima Snow Mountain - Wunongding - Deqin County Town to Cizhong Village/Badi (stay) day2: Cizhong/Badi - Achidaga Village - Nanji Luo Scenic Area - Cizhong or Feilai Temple (stay) day3: Feilai Temple (Sunshine on the Golden Mountain) - Return to Shangri-La City
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Posted: Apr 11, 2024
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