# Shangri-La

Shangri-La sits in the Tibetan highlands of Yunnan at 3,300 m, one of the highest towns most visitors to the province sleep in. Expect Tibetan monasteries, open meadows and Pudacuo National Park, with a suggested stay of 2 days.

## At a glance

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|---|---|
| Region | Yunnan, Tibetan highlands |
| Altitude | 3,300 m |
| Best time to visit | May–Oct |
| Suggested stay | 2 days |

## What Shangri-La is like

At 3,300 m, this is a high place to sleep rather than just pass through. The town is the base for Tibetan monastery visits, meadow scenery and Pudacuo National Park.

## Sights

- **The "Little Potala Palace"** — Yunnan's largest Tibetan monastery, with roughly 150 steps up to the main hall.
- **Pudacuo National Park** — the highland meadows and scenery that draw travellers to this part of Yunnan.

## Good to know

- At 3,300 m this is a high place to sleep: walk slowly, and skip a hot shower right after you arrive.
- Check with a doctor first if anyone in your group has heart or lung conditions.

## Our trips that visit Shangri-La

- [Northwest Yunnan Grand Loop: Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Lugu Lake & Shangri-La](https://unclepandatravel.com/tours/yunnan-11d) — highest sleeping altitude 3,300 m, gentle days of ≤6k steps, longest drive ~4 h. From ¥7,888 per person, based on 6 guests in twin share.

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