This isn't abroad, this is Shangri-La→Balagezong...

🏡 A thousand-year-old Tibetan village, a "living fossil village" frozen in time 📍Location: Hidden paradise in the snow-capped mountains of Balagezong, Shangri-La, Yunnan 🏔️【Balag Village】—— The 1300-year-old "Living Dictionary of Kham Tibetan Language" ✨Trip Highlights Canyon wonders: Majestic Nujiang Grand Canyon views, thrilling cliffside plank walks. Millennial Bodhi Tree: Ancient Bodhi tree by the temple (must-see Buddha's Hand wonder). Shangbala Stupa: Natural snow-capped stupa mountain (4,200m altitude, breathtaking on clear days). Skyreach Canyon/Glass Walkway: Canyon fissure marvel, high-altitude viewing platform. Balag Village: Ancient Tibetan settlement, experience Tibetan culture. Echo Wall: Shout and hear your voice carry, suspended cliffside walkway. --- Itinerary Suggestions (1-2 Days) Day1: In-depth Exploration - Morning: Visitor Center→Sightseeing bus to 【Echo Wall】(plank walk hike)→【Skyreach Canyon】 - Afternoon: Bus to 【Balag Village】(Tibetan lunch)→【Shangbala Stupa】(snow mountain paradise)→Overnight at Tibetan-style hotel in scenic area. Day2 (Compact Version): Visitor Center→Direct to Shangbala Stupa→Balag Village→Canyon Plank Walk→Return. ✨Practical Tips 1. 🚗Transport: - Shangri-La downtown→Balagezong (~1.5hr drive), recommended chartered car/self-drive (mountain roads risky, beginners beware). Mandatory scenic area shuttle (ticket includes fare). 2. Tickets: ¥170 (entry + shuttle), additional ¥75 for Stupa (must-visit!). 3. Altitude Sickness: Stupa at 4,200m, bring oxygen cans/windproof jackets. 4. 🕌Accommodation: In scenic area: Balag Village Tibetan Eco-Hotel (ideal for stargazing/sunrise). Budget option: Stay in Shangri-La downtown, early departure/late return. 5. Best Season: May-Oct (spring/fall scenery), winter snow may close roads. 🌟Must-Do Experiences - Drink butter tea & eat tsampa (at Balag Village Tibetan homes). - Photograph sunrise over the Stupa (catch early shuttle if staying overnight). - Hang prayer flags at Echo Wall walkway.