Jade Dragon Snow Mountain

How to spend a week in Yunnan in the off-season in December? Sisters! From December to January, there are much fewer tourists! This period is very suitable for traveling to Yunnan, it's so cost-effective that it makes you cry😭 Sharing the itinerary✈️ 🚩day1: Lijiang Landed in Lijiang! Went to the long-awaited Yulong Snow Mountain, the snow scene is super beautiful, starting a poetic journey in Yunnan❗️Checked in at the Blue Moon Valley at the foot of Lijiang Snow Mountain🏔, it's like a sapphire, like a scroll~ Had Lijiang spare ribs and grilled milk fan💕super satisfied 🚩day2: Lashi Lake ➕Yulong Snow Mountain (Yunshanping)➕Blue Moon Valley ➕Shuhe Ancient Town Yulong Snow Mountain is now covered with more snow and it's very beautiful~ Blue Moon Valley is too photogenic🎥! No need to adjust the color, the friend circle nine palace grid is full in one go‼️It's suggested to wear a storm jacket to take photos in Yunshanping, it's very cool❗️Very atmospheric~ Go to Shuhe Ancient Town to find a second floor to have coffee or tea, it's really cozy✨Watching the clouds roll and unfold 🚩day3: First Bend of the Yangtze River➕Tiger Leaping Gorge➕ Yi Village➕Pudacuo National Park➕Tibetan Toast Banquet Passing by🚌the First Bend of the Yangtze River, you can check in and take photos📸, heading to the world's smallest gorge - Tiger Leaping Gorge, known for its 'danger'. Then you will pass by the Yi Village, you can get off the bus🚌to check in and take photos📸, sisters, Pudacuo National Park is very photogenic, all of you go‼️In the evening, there is a Tibetan toast banquet, experiencing Tibetan food culture 🚩day4: Tancheng ➕Dukezong Ancient City➕Yila Grassland Napahai➕Lijiang Go to Dukezong Ancient City to visit Turtle Mountain Park, and Shangri-La Tancheng, at noon go to Yila Grassland Napahai Scenic Area, sisters👭I just say, how can you go out and play without taking photos, it's a pity, grassland❗️I mean, there is no better place to take photos and relax than the grassland, okay😳 🚩day5: Lijiang➕Shuanglang➕Jinsuo Island➕Ideal State Riding a small electric donkey🛵to Shuanglang Ancient Town, visit the internet famous Yujidao, then take a ferry🛳to tour Erhai Jinsuo Island, enjoy the performance, take photos📸, the scenery of Erhai Lake is in full view. What I look forward to the most is going to Santorini, it's too photogenic, any shot is a blockbuster❗️❗️❗️ 🚩day6: Dali Ancient City-Jeep Travel Shooting-Tie-dye Experience-Xizhou Ancient Town-Lijiang Go to Dali to feel the pattern of 'a water around Cang Mountain🏔Cang Mountain embraces the ancient city' then go to the 'wind flower snow❄️moon' Dali, go to the flower sea💐 , you can choose to travel and shoot freely. Go to Zhoucheng to visit tie-dyeing, experience a craftsman. Go to Xizhou Ancient Town, go to the place with wind as the shooting location, go to see where Xie Zhiyao and Xu Hongdou have been. 🚩day7: Lijiang-Return to the warm home

Recommended 10 treasure travel destinations: Few tourists, outstanding scenery, and cultural experiences are highly recommended. Yunnan·Mangshi A border town in Yunnan with a strong Southeast Asian city atmosphere, not only has a lot of delicious food, but also can deeply experience the Dai culture. The Golden Tower and Silver Tower are classic attractions. During the Dai festival, the dressed-up Dai people will come here to celebrate. Shangri-La·Balagezong The last secret of Shangri-La, a small popular attraction in Shangri-La. There are various landscapes such as snow-capped mountains, canyons, glaciers, plateau lake waves, and primitive forests. Especially the natural Buddha stupa on the top of the mountain, covered by snow in winter, watching the prayer flags swaying in the wind, the soul gallops in the wilderness. Harbin·Snow Valley Different from the popularity of Snow Town, Snow Valley still maintains its tranquility. The smoke from every household in the evening tells you what the real northeastern rural area is. The frozen small river behind the village is a natural winter playground in the northeast. Snowboards, snow rings, and sleds are not missing. The hiking through Yangcao Mountain and the beautiful scenery of Wusongling are enough to attract people to visit. Dali·Shaxi Ancient Town Shaxi Ancient Town in Jianchuan County, Dali, is the only live ancient market on the Tea Horse Road, and it is also the ceiling of the ancient town in my heart. The Yujin Bridge surrounded by morning mist, the well-preserved ancient stage, the bluestone square street, and the controversial experience shops, the characteristic coffee shops suitable for daze, are all existences that make people want to stay and experience deeply. Lijiang·Yuhu Village An ancient Naxi village, and also the village closest to Yulong Snow Mountain. The characteristic stone houses, walking on the bluestone path, you can also see the 'world's only living hieroglyphic' couplets at the door of the residents. Pu'er·Jingmai Mountain The world's first mountain to successfully apply for heritage with tea culture, 14 traditional ancient villages of ethnic minorities, here you can not only see the thousand-year-old ancient tea trees, but also see the typical Dai and Bulang ancient villages. Xinjiang·Turpan A treasure town of earthy yellow, don't go to the Flaming Mountain here, go to the 'Ten Thousand Buddhas' on the back, the statues and buildings lost on both sides of the road, as if traveling through different places. Yunnan·Mile A unpopular small city ≤ half an hour from Dali, the Moroccan-style 'Eastern Charm' is actually from the hands of local architects. The lively Buddha City Commercial Capital punches the dopamine fruit market, and the 300-year-old Yi Axi ancient village, where time can slow down. Hainan·Wenchang There are more beautiful coconut groves than Sanya and Wanning, it is a rocket launch base, and there is also the most beautiful temple by the sea, the Buddha Light Temple. Xinjiang·Shache This is Kashgar 10 years ago, 99% of the local population is Uighur, the degree of sinicization is very low, the original streets of the old days, as long as the music sounds, the crowd can dance, the super touching prices, it is the crazy infatuation of the Western Regions.

Family, today I want to share with you an unforgettable trip to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Yunnan Lijiang! This magical peak, known as the 'Natural Alpine Botanical Garden' and 'Modern Glacier Museum', truly captivated me! As I set foot on this land, it was as if I had traveled back to ancient times, finding myself in a landscape painting. The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain stands like a guardian that has stood for thousands of years, quietly protecting the history and stories of this land. It has witnessed countless changes, allowing me to feel the sediment of time and the miracle of life. 📅 Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Lijiang, rest for a while, then head to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain scenic area to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. Day 2: Take the cable car directly to the Glacier Park to feel the charm of ice and snow, and then stroll in the Blue Moon Valley, which is like a fairyland. Day 3: You can choose to go to other attractions such as Spruce Meadow to further appreciate the different styles of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. ⚠️ Precautions: Be sure to prepare warm clothing in advance, as the temperature on the mountain is low. Also, be aware of altitude sickness, maintain a good attitude, and rest appropriately. This trip to Jade Dragon Snow Mountain really made me feel the wonders of nature and the infinite possibilities of life. Travel is a journey of self-discovery. I found inner peace and strength at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Family, come and feel this beauty! 📍 Detailed address: Yulong Naxi Autonomous County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province.

✅✅ Yunnan Weather and Clothing 🌈 The average weather in March is 5-20 degrees, relatively warm compared to other places 🧣 Clothing: Due to the large temperature difference between morning and evening in Yunnan, and higher temperatures during the day, you can prepare jackets, long sleeves, skirts, etc. Strategies for climbing the snow mountain 🛠️ 1. Make sure to prepare the right equipment before you go! Otherwise, you will regret it. Don't be fooled by the light clothing you see online; people often dress down briefly for photos, but in reality, it's freezing cold. 2. Precautions before climbing: Bring a fluffy hat, not a baseball cap or a duckbill cap, which are useless, don't cover the ears, and can be blown away by the wind. 3. Beauties should bring good sunscreen & moisturizer, lip balm, and a mask. Yunnan has strong ultraviolet rays and strong winds, which can be tough on the skin. At night, your face can get sunburned and frostbitten, so apply some moisturizer and lip balm in the evening. 4. Bring good gloves (not fingerless ones, as the exposed parts will freeze), and you can buy touchscreen gloves so you don't have to take them off. Otherwise, when you take off your gloves to take photos on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, your hands will freeze and make you question life. 5. You can start using oxygen when sitting on the cable car. Don't wait until you feel uncomfortable to start; inhaling for more than three seconds is effective. After getting off the cable car at 4500.6 meters, there is still a distance to the summit at 4680 meters, which requires climbing a staircase of more than 1800 steps with an altitude difference of 100 meters. Take a breath of oxygen every three or four steps. Climb the snow mountain slowly, rest when you feel a bit out of breath, and avoid sudden and intense movements, as this can easily cause altitude sickness. Keep a steady pace when climbing. Don't sit down immediately when resting, and especially don't squat, as it can easily lead to oxygen deficiency! It takes about 30 minutes to reach the summit, but do it according to your capacity! (Remember this!) 6. There are no shortcuts on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain!! After returning in the evening, don't go to sleep immediately, no matter how tired you are. Go to a well-ventilated place to relax for a while, and if you feel any discomfort, don't think it will pass; seek medical attention promptly. 7. After returning, do not drink alcohol, take a bath, or wash your hair. Bathing in a closed environment accelerates blood circulation and increases the demand for oxygen, disrupting the body's adaptation process and can easily cause post-altitude sickness reactions. 8. Get plenty of sleep the night before, and go to bed early. (Jade Dragon Snow Mountain entrance fee: 100 yuan/person, big cable car ticket: 140 yuan/person) Tickets are snapped up promptly at 22:00. Precautions ✔ ① Prepare for altitude sickness before going up the mountain. It is recommended to take Rhodiola rosea, compound aminophenol methanolamine, and other drugs a week in advance to alleviate altitude sickness. Also, maintain good rest and diet before going up the mountain. ② The temperature on the mountain is low, so it is recommended to wear down jackets or cotton-padded clothes for warmth. ③ The ultraviolet rays are strong, so bring good sunglasses. It often rains in summer, so remember to bring an umbrella. ④ Bring your ID card (the cable car is boarded by swiping your ID card), water, chocolate, oxygen bottles, and other essential items. ⑤ Pay attention to safety issues, do not go to dangerous places like the edge of a cliff. ⑥ Respect the local culture and customs, protect the natural environment, and do not disturb the ecological balance.

Choosing to come to Lijiang in spring was definitely the right decision!!! My friends had long told me that I must visit Yunnan for its incredibly beautiful scenery, and I chose Lijiang for my trip to Yunnan. Before coming, I was really worried that altitude sickness would disrupt the rest of my trip, but after arriving, I found that the biggest impact was actually my own lack of physical stamina. 1 I chose a relatively easy route, Blue Moon Valley. I'm quite grateful that although it was an overcast day, there was occasional sunshine, making the lake water shimmer like jewels under the sun, framed by the snow-capped mountains like a scene from a movie. I didn't arrange any subsequent itinerary, so I could take a leisurely stroll around the lake to enjoy the beautiful scenery. Before leaving, I kept taking live photos, saying I'd take one last look. 2 Finally, I arrived at Tiger Leaping Gorge. Starting from halfway to the Middle Tiger Leaping, I marveled at the scenery I had never seen before all along the way. From Mr. Zhang's guesthouse to the Middle Tiger Leaping, it was pure mountain climbing with strong winds and lots of dust. By the end, my pants, shoes, mask, and nostrils were all covered in dust, and even the water I drank was mixed with dirt. This part of the journey also resulted in cuts on my hands and a swollen knee, making it difficult to climb stairs the next day. The kindness of strangers who gave me a mask and band-aids reminded me that there is true kindness in the world. 3 I chose to wander around Lijiang Ancient Town, where the vegetation coverage far exceeds that of other cookie-cutter ancient towns. Walking through the ancient town and admiring the flowers was like strolling through a park. Spending is entirely up to oneself, and my most satisfying purchase was Jiahua fresh flower cakes and Dongba paper.

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is located in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, China. It is a magnificent and magical mountain. It is known for its majestic snow peaks, beautiful alpine meadows, and rich ecological resources. Let's take a closer look at this beautiful mountain range. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is the most famous snow mountain in Yunnan Province, with an altitude of about 5596 meters. It is named for its peaks and peaks, and the peaks are covered with snow all year round. When the sun shines on the snow mountain, under the sunlight, the peak reflects dazzling white light, like a huge jade dragon awakening, hence the name Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Climbing Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, you will be shocked. The entire snow mountain range stretches across the Yunnan Plateau, like a barrier guarding the city of Lijiang. In the early morning, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is shrouded in clouds and mist, like a fairyland, which is dizzying. The snow on the top of the mountain is endless, and the white is as far as the eye can see, showing its grandeur and mystery. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a place with extremely rich ecological environment and rich animal and plant resources. Here, you can see rare and endangered animals, such as golden monkeys, cloud leopards and snow leopards. The forests in the mountains are dense, with a wide variety of vegetation, including many precious medicinal plants. In addition, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is also a habitat for many birds, bringing many surprises to bird-watching tourists. The ancient city of Lijiang at the foot of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is also a fascinating place. Lijiang Ancient City is one of the most intact ancient cities in China and is listed as a World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. In the ancient city, you can appreciate the traditional architecture of the Naxi people, the unique Naxi culture, and taste the local delicious special food. In addition to sightseeing, there are many activities that can be carried out on Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. You can choose to take the cable car to the top of the mountain and overlook the beautiful scenery of the entire mountain range. At the foot of the mountain, there is a famous hiking route. You can walk along the mountain trail and feel the tranquility and purity of nature. In general, Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is a place that fascinates people. It integrates magnificent natural landscapes, unique ecosystems, and profound cultural heritage, bringing unforgettable travel experiences to people. If you have the opportunity to go to Lijiang, Yunnan, don't miss this amazing snow mountain tour. Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Scenic Area It is a 30-minute drive from Lijiang city, and there is a 101 bus in the city that can reach Scenic details: The visitor center is located at Ganhaizi at the foot of the snow mountain. Self-driving, taxi, and bus are all here. After entering the scenic area, you need to change to a sightseeing car There are 5 major attractions in the scenic area 1 Glacier Park (large cable car): altitude 4680, close contact with the snow mountain 2 Yunsong Ping (small cable car): through the fir forest, the large meadow next to the snow mountain, wooden plank road 3 Yak Meadow (medium cable car): the widest field of vision, seeing the thirteen peaks of Jade Dragon is very spectacular 4 Blue Moon Valley (below the mountain): The Tiffany blue lake without filter is crystal clear, the color is most beautiful around 2 noon, you can take a photo of the snow mountain in the same frame 5 Impression Lijiang Live Theater (next to the visitor center) Ticket cost: Mountain entry fee~100 (you will pass the mountain entry fee toll station before arriving at the visitor center, buy on site) Sightseeing car~20 (only need to buy once, all use in the scenic area) Glacier Park~120 Yunsong Ping~40 Yak Meadow~45 Blue Moon Valley~ Go to the mountain by sightseeing car, no need to buy another ticket Impression Lijiang~ Ordinary seat 280, vip seat 346 Except for the mountain entry fee, other tickets can be bought at the visitor center, or they can be booked in the "Jade Dragon Tourism" Xiao Chengxu, but there are only packages inside, and the three cable cars are all bundled with sightseeing cars, so it is recommended to book one online. Cableway, others buy on site The large cable car starts selling at 7 o'clock every morning, and tickets need to be grabbed during the peak season; Yunsong Ping and Yak Meadow are on sale 3 days in advance One-day tour route: Glacier Park Blue Moon Valley Yunsong Ping Yak Meadow Blue Moon Valley Yunsong Ping Glacier Park Blue Moon Valley Yak Meadow The three routes can also be reversed, adjusted according to the number of people in the off-peak season If you want to watch Impression Lijiang, just choose a cableway ten blue moon valley

In China, many provinces are named after the mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas on the land, but only Yunnan's clouds come from the sky. People use 'Land of Eternal Spring' to describe this realm. The complex monsoon alternations give the wandering clouds on the plateau the richest and most colorful changes. In the northwest of Yunnan, the coming and going of clouds creates a world of changing light and shadow. - Dali🏯 In Dali, the fixed combination is Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. They are like an inseparable pair, blessing every man and woman who comes here. The ancient architecture and the pure blue sky reflect each other. Strolling by the Erhai Lake, with the breeze on your face, you feel the gifts of nature. Here, you will understand why people say Dali is a place that heals the soul🍃 - Lugu Lake🌊 Yunnan's clouds not only float in the sky but also in the water. If you like tranquility, you can come to Lugu Lake, face the water, watch the white clouds pass by, watch time slip away. The pure lake seems like nature's most perfect palette, with the reflection of the water and the mountains creating an interesting contrast. Walking by the lake, it's like being in a fairy tale world, where the Naxi and Mosuo girls capture everyone's hearts🌸 - Lijiang🌷 Everyone who has been to Lijiang has their own favorite aspect. Wooden buildings and stone paths, flowing water and fresh flowers, but one combination is the most beloved by many, which is the old town and the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Standing at the foot of the snow mountain, time seems to stand still, making you feel peace and happiness🌙 - Kunming✨ The sea of flowers in the Spring City, where the flowers bloom in a riot of colors, each with its own story. Every corner has the warm smiles of people. Here, you will understand the brilliance of life🌺 - Shangri-La⛰️ Shangri-La, first conceived over 80 years ago by a Western writer, in his depiction, there is an eternal land of peace and tranquility among the mountains in the Far East. That plateau seems like the staircase to heaven. The peaks of the snow mountains are shrouded in mist, and the people here, with their Buddhist faith, have souls as pure as snow and live simple and happy lives🏔️ - Yunnan, every step is a poem, every scene is a painting. The nature and culture here blend together, making it a place that captivates the heart. The beauty of Yunnan, like a dream, forever remains in my heart, becoming a precious experience in my life. If you like it here, then while the time is right, take a trip to Yunnan Turn the 'place you long for' into the 'place you have been'.

China has many provinces, whose names are related to the mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas on the land, but only the clouds of Yunnan come from the sky. People use 'South of the Colorful Clouds' to describe this realm. The complex monsoon alternations bring the most colorful changes to the clouds wandering over the plateau. In the northwest of Yunnan, the coming and going of clouds shape a world of changing light and shadow. - Dali🏯 In Dali, the fixed combination is Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake. They are like an inseparable pair, blessing every man and woman who comes here. Ancient architecture and the pure blue sky reflect each other. Strolling by Erhai Lake, with the breeze on your face, you feel the gifts of nature. Here, you will understand why people say Dali is a place that heals the heart🍃 - Lugu Lake🌊 Yunnan's clouds not only float in the sky but also in the water. If you like quietness, you can come to Lugu Lake, face the water, watch the white clouds pass by, watch time slip away. The pure lake seems to be nature's most perfect palette, with the reflection of the water and the mountains complementing each other. Walking by the lake, it's like being in a fairy tale world, where the Naxi and Mosuo girls capture everyone's hearts🌸 - Lijiang🌷 Everyone who has been to Lijiang has different reasons to fall in love with it. Wooden buildings and stone paths, flowing water and fresh flowers, but one combination is the favorite of many, which is the old town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Standing at the foot of the snow mountain, time seems to stand still, making you feel peace and happiness🌙 - Kunming✨ The sea of flowers in the Spring City, where the flowers bloom in a riot of colors, each with its own story. Every corner has the warm smiles of people. Here, you will understand the brilliance of life🌺 - Shangri-La⛰️ Shangri-La, originally from the imagination of a Western writer over 80 years ago, in his depiction, there is an eternal land of peace and tranquility among the mountains and ridges in the East. That plateau seems to be the staircase to heaven. The peaks of the snow mountains are shrouded in mist, and the people here, with their Buddhist faith, have hearts as pure as snow and live simple and happy lives🏔️ - Yunnan, every step is a poem, every scene is a painting. The nature and culture here blend together, making it a place that captivates the heart. The beauty of Yunnan, like a dream, forever remains in my heart, becoming a precious experience in life. If you like it here, then while the time is right, take a trip to Yunnan Turn the 'place you long to visit' into the 'place you have been'✌️

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is the most beautiful when there are blue sky, sunshine, and snow. Just take a casual shot, no need for filters, it's super beautiful. - Travel tips: 🔸Remember to wear gloves and hats, the wind is strong on the mountain. Sunglasses are also essential, otherwise it will be very dazzling, shoes should be more slip-resistant. 🔸Altitude sickness Everyone still needs to prepare oxygen cylinders according to their own physical conditions😂 🔸It's best not to wash your hair or take a bath after coming down from the snow mountain. After a day of hard work, the evening is when the body's ability to resist illness is the lowest. After a hot bath, the whole body's blood circulation speeds up, leading to insufficient oxygen supply, increasing the body's burden, and easily causing altitude sickness. 🔸The big cable car can go in the afternoon, the small cable car + Blue Moon Valley can go in the morning. This avoids the peak of the crowd (there are too many people going to the snow mountain in the morning, and there are relatively few people in Yunsong Ping). 🔸The small cable car is like a secret realm in the original forest in the movie, the spruce is lush, and the green is healing. There will also be little sheep eating grass not far from your sight, very photogenic, not afraid of people, very well-behaved and cute. It's very worth a visit, it's very comfortable to walk around and take pictures. - Either the body or the soul must be on the road~

Never come to Yunnan for travel from December to February, otherwise it will be really great! The off-peak season for tourism, with fewer people and beautiful scenery, and the temperature is just right~ — Here are some tips for going to Yunnan: 1⃣Bring a little dry food🍞 or drink in case of hunger, bring an extra coat🧥, Dali and Lijiang are cool in the morning and evening 2⃣The ultraviolet rays☀️ in Yunnan are really super strong, you must do a good job of sun protection, sun protection clothes, sun cream, hats👒 sunglasses🕶 all put on me 3⃣Remember to book a hotel🏨 in advance, compare prices on multiple platforms, and brush more reviews 4⃣The weather in Yunnan is really very dry, you need to do a good job of moisturizing💦, bring more masks, carry lip balm 5⃣Remember to buy plane tickets✈️ in advance, with more space for selection 6⃣Before going out, be sure to check your ID card to avoid omission and delay the trip — ♨️Popular check-in spots 🌸Kunming: Dianchi Lake, Stone Forest, Kunming Old Street 🍁Dali: Erhai Lake, Cangshan Mountain, Shuanglang Ancient Town, Flower Language Ranch, Chongsheng Temple Three Pagodas 🍂Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain＋Blue Moon Valley, Lugu Lake, Lijiang Ancient City, Lashi Sea, Shuhe Ancient Town 💐Shangri-La: Pudacuo, Balagezong, Meili Snow Mountain, Songzanlin Temple, Dukezong Ancient City 🍄Xishuangbanna: Chinese Academy of Sciences Botanical Garden, Manting Park, Starlight Night Market, Wild Elephant Valley, Primitive Forest —

For an active weekend away in Yunnan, be sure to pay a visit to the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and Blue Moon Valley! They’re in the same “attraction” area, so you can easily spend a whole day here wandering through the natural scenery. 🏔 You can take a cable car up to the start of a gentle ascent up to one of the highest points accesible to visitors on the mountain - which is at an elevation of 4506 meters. 🏔 The scenery is absolutely stunning, and we were lucky enough to see such an amazing coverage of snow as it had snowed a few days before we arrived! But be sure to take the ascent to the peak slowly if you’ve never hiked up that high before - the altitude can really get to you! 🌙 Blue Moon Valley is a stunning area that features waters that are bright / vibrant in colour thanks to the natural minerals like copper sulfate. 🌙 It’s a chain of waterfalls and lakes that you can stroll through, and it will probably only take about 1 / 1.5 hours at a leisurely pace. 📍Lijiang, Yunnan #qingmingtravel

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain has many attractions, and good itinerary planning can improve the efficiency of your visit. Based on personal experience, here are some route suggestions. There are four main attractions to visit, namely the Glacier Park, Yak Meadow, Spruce Meadow, and Blue Moon Valley. Glacier Park requires taking the large cable car up the mountain, Yak Meadow is accessed by the medium cable car, Spruce Meadow by the small cable car, and Blue Moon Valley can be reached by taking the scenic area shuttle bus. Tickets for the three cable cars are sold separately, and the purchase already includes the cost of the shuttle bus taken previously. You can choose three out of the four main attractions so that the overall visit is not too exhausting, with the regret that you have to give up one attraction. Usually, most people will give up either Yak Meadow or Spruce Meadow, as these two spots have similar styles, both being large grasslands at the foot of the plateau, framed with the snow mountain, and are beautiful for taking pictures; visiting one is sufficient. Yak Meadow is more expansive with a broader view, and sometimes yaks can be seen, but its cable car is open on all sides (not suitable to take in bad weather). The cable car to Spruce Meadow is enclosed, but the area is relatively smaller, and the altitude is relatively lower, so altitude sickness is slightly less intense. The specific route is as follows, with a map attached for reference, corresponding to route A-2: 【Early Morning Departure】 Take the 101 bus express line from Lijiang to the Visitor Center, which takes about 40 minutes. If you want to watch the sunrise on the golden mountain, taking the bus may be too late, and it is advisable to book a car in advance. 【Morning】 Rent cold-weather clothing at the Visitor Center → Go to the Glacier Park ticket checkpoint → Take the scenic area shuttle bus → Arrive at the cable car station → Take the cable car to the 4506 viewing platform → Walk along the plank road to the 4680 viewing platform → Return to the 4506 viewing platform to take the cable car → Reach the shuttle bus transfer point. Glacier Park is the core attraction of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and takes a long time to visit, requiring half a day, which is more ample if arranged in the morning. Due to the high altitude, do not climb too fast to prevent strong altitude sickness. 【Noon】 After reaching the shuttle bus transfer point, there are two directions to choose from: one is to return to the Visitor Center; the other is to go to Spruce Meadow and Blue Moon Valley. If you want to go to Yak Meadow, you need to return to the Visitor Center first. There are more dining options at the Visitor Center than at other attractions, so it is more suitable to dine here. 【Afternoon】 After dining at the Visitor Center → Go to the Spruce Meadow ticket checkpoint → Take the scenic area shuttle bus → Arrive at the cable car station → Take the cable car to Spruce Meadow, then walk for ten minutes to reach the large grassland under the snow mountain → Play for 1-2 hours then take the cable car down the mountain → Take the shuttle bus to Blue Moon Valley (Shuiyue Pavilion stop) → Play for 2 hours then take the shuttle bus from Shuiyue Pavilion stop back. If you choose to go to Yak Meadow, after the visit, you need to return to the Visitor Center and then take the shuttle bus to Blue Moon Valley, which takes longer overall. Following this route, the visit ends around 3-4 pm, and after returning to Lijiang, pay attention to your physical condition to prevent 'delayed altitude sickness'.