Shangri-la
About Shangri-la
A high-altitude sanctuary where Tibetan spirituality meets rugged Yunnan peaks, defined by golden monasteries and mythic Himalayan allure.
Highlights
- Tibetan temple complexes
- Sacred mountain vistas
- Old-town cobblestones
- Yak butter tea
Key Facts
- Altitude: 3312m
- Top lift: 3986m
- Ski pistes: 2.4km
- Ski lifts: 2
- 4000m+ peaks nearby: 2
- Lakes nearby: 3
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Shangri-la
- Today: 7 to 17 °C, drizzle, 2 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 5243 m (5060 to 5550 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| So., 20. Sept. | 7 / 17 °C | drizzle | dry | 2 h sun |
| Mo., 21. Sept. | 7 / 17 °C | drizzle | dry | 2 h sun |
| Di., 22. Sept. | 6 / 17 °C | drizzle | dry | 8 h sun |
| Mi., 23. Sept. | 6 / 16 °C | drizzle | dry | 5 h sun |
| Do., 24. Sept. | 6 / 17 °C | drizzle | dry | 3 h sun |
| Fr., 25. Sept. | 7 / 17 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 6 h sun |
| Sa., 26. Sept. | 6 / 17 °C | clear sky | dry | 9 h sun |
| So., 27. Sept. | 7 / 18 °C | clear sky | dry | 12 h sun |
| Mo., 28. Sept. | 7 / 18 °C | partly cloudy | dry | 8 h sun |
| Di., 29. Sept. | 7 / 17 °C | drizzle | dry | 0 h sun |
Getting to Shangri-la
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG), 20 km away, about 27 min by road