A complete guide to exploring Balagezong Grand Canyon in Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture.

Detailed guide to the Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Shangri-La Grand Canyon, and Balagezong National Scenic Area: 1️⃣ Overview: Balagezong: Located in Nixi Township, northwest of Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, it is one of the core scenic spots in the Hongshan area of the Three Parallel Rivers World Natural Heritage Site, integrating snow-capped mountains, canyons, glaciers, rivers, plateau lakes, and virgin forests. 2️⃣ Main attractions: Shangri-La Grand Canyon: With a total length of about 154 km, it is known for its "high, deep, dangerous, strange, majestic, unique, mysterious, and beautiful" features, and is one of the most secluded canyons in Yunnan and even in China. Shambhala Pagoda Snow Mountain: The soul of Balagezong, with an altitude of over 4,100 meters, is covered with snow from October to May every year, making it a holy place for photography and pilgrimage. Bala Village: A thousand-year-old village located in the middle of the Shangri-La Grand Canyon, at the foot of Gezong Snow Mountain, with houses built in pure Tibetan-style earthen walls and watchtowers, which are very distinctive. 3️⃣ Food recommendations: Butter tea: Smooth and silky, with a rich aroma of butter, sweet but not greasy. Yak meat: Tender and juicy, it is one of the local specialties. 4️⃣ Accommodation: Snow Mountain Ice Spring Health Resort: A perfect combination of luxury and nature, located at the foot of Gezong Snow Mountain, with a view of the scenery from the window. Snow Mountain Cliff Miracle Hotel: Located in an ancient village, when night falls, lying in bed through the large floor-to-ceiling windows, it seems as if you can touch the stars in the sky. 5️⃣ Precautions: The scenic area is at a high altitude, so be careful to prevent altitude sickness. The climate in the canyon is changeable, so please bring appropriate clothing. Protect the environment and do not litter.