Meili Snow Mountain

梅里雪山

Meili Snow Mountain, also known as Prince Snow Mountain, is one of the eight sacred mountains in Tibet. Its famous "Golden Mountain in the Sunlight" is a rare sight that many people dream of.
Its main peak, about 6,740 meters above sea level, remains an unconquered "virgin peak" and is the only peak that is prohibited from climbing due to cultural protection.
The best time to view Meili Snow Mountain is from October to May of the following year, when the probability of seeing the main peak and other peaks is highest.

Attractions Location: Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province

Tickets: free

Opening hours:
07:00-20:00 (Monday to Sunday, January 1st to December 31st)

Contact Details: 0887-8414949

Transportation:
Shuttle Bus:
1. There are buses from Shangri-La County to Deqin every day, and the journey takes about 5-6 hours.
2. The shuttle bus from Deqin to Feilai Temple and Xidang Hot Spring is irregular.
The distance is far, so it is recommended to drive or charter a car.

Time reference: 1 day


Recommended itinerary for Meili Snow Mountain tours

1-day tour: Meili Snow Mountain Scenic Tour

  • 06:00 Depart from Shangri-La (chartered car 3 hours)
  • 09:00-12:00 Watch the sunrise at the Golden Mountain from Feilai Temple Observation Deck
  • 13:00-16:00 Wunongding Observation Deck (chartered car 30 minutes)

See the panoramic view of Meili Snow Mountain in one day and experience the sacred mountain in Tibet

Accommodation: Feilaisi View Hotel; Food: Tibetan yak hotpot

Souvenirs: Snow Mountain postcards, prayer flag ornaments


2-day tour: in-depth tour of the secrets of the snowy mountains

  • Day 1: Shangri-La → Feilai Temple → Wunongding Observation Deck
  • Day 2: Hiking on Mingyong Glacier → Return

Enjoy the Meili Thirteen Peaks from multiple angles and experience glacier hiking adventure

Accommodation: Wunongding View B&B; Food: Stewed Chicken with Matsutake Mushrooms

Souvenirs: Glacial mineral specimens, Tibetan prayer wheels


3-Day Tour: Shangri-La Loop

  • Day 1: Lijiang → Shangri-La (4 hours drive)
  • Day 2: Songzanlin Temple→Napahai Lakeside Tour
  • Day 3: Feilai Temple → Return

From the ancient city to the snow-capped mountains, the cultural and natural dual experience

Accommodation: Dukezong Tibetan Inn; Food: Highland barley cake with butter tea

Souvenirs: Handmade Tibetan incense, yak wool scarf


5-day tour: Golden Triangle in Northwest Yunnan

  • Day 1-2: Lijiang → Shangri-La → Songzanlin Temple
  • Day 3: Baishuitai Calcification Pool (2.5 hours drive)
  • Day 4-5: Feilai Temple → Yubeng Village hiking → return

In-depth exploration of the Snow Mountain Holy Lake and Tibetan Buddhism

Accommodation: Yubeng Tibetan family; Food: Tibetan chicken hot pot

Souvenirs: Mani stone carvings, wild dried mushrooms


7-Day Tour: Greater Shangri-La Loop

  • Day 1-3: Kunming → Lijiang → Shangri-La
  • Day 4: Feilai Temple Sunshine Golden Mountain
  • Day 5: Hiking to Yubeng Waterfall
  • Day 6: Cizhong Church
  • Day 7: Tiger Leaping Gorge → Return

An epic route across multiple cultures

Accommodation: Cizhong Grape Manor; Food: French Tibetan cuisine

Souvenirs: cross pendant, handmade Tibetan carpet


User Reviews

By Xia Jie |

The Meili Snow Mountain is called "Kawagebo Snow Mountain" in the Tibetan area. The local Tibetan people named it and endowed it with divinity. The Meili Snow Mountain is the first of the eight sacred mountains in the Tibetan area and is called "The Thirteen Peaks of the Prince". Its main peak with an altitude of 6,740 meters is still an unconquered "virgin peak". It is the highest peak in Yunnan and the only peak that is prohibited from climbing due to cultural protection.

By Bobo |

Meili Snow Mountain is a huge snow mountain group running from north to south, located in the east of Zayu County, Tibet and the west of Yunling Township, Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It is 150 kilometers long. It is called Kawagebo Snow Mountain in Tibetan areas. The word "Meili" is the Chinese translation of the Deqin Tibetan word mainri, which means medicine mountain. It is named after the abundance of various precious medicinal materials. At the same time, it is also a holy place of Yungdrung Bon religion, and is known as one of the four sacred mountains of Tibetan Buddhism, along with Mount Kailash in Tibet, Mount Animaqing in Qinghai, and Mount Gaduojuewo in Qinghai.

By Light and shadow |

I was looking forward to this place for a long time, and it really didn't disappoint me. It was spectacular.

You can choose to take a bus or share a van from Shangri-La to Deqin County. I shared a van for both trips, which cost 70 yuan per person, about the same price as a bus. It was a green van with the words "Nongke" written on it. It was about an hour faster than a bus. It cost 30 yuan to charter a van to Feilai Temple after arriving in Deqin County.

The ticket to Feilai Temple Observation Deck is 40, valid for three days. But in fact, if you choose to stay in the row of hotels opposite the entrance of the observation deck, you don’t have to go to Feilai Temple. The view from the roof of each building is very good, so you can choose as appropriate.

It's sunny almost every day if you go there in winter, so you don't have to rely on luck, it's just a little cold.

By Tree Branch |

The thirteen peaks of Meili Snow Mountain come into view without any obstruction. The snow-capped peaks glow with a cool light in the porcelain-blue sky. They are majestic, beautiful, distant and mysterious...

When I first stood in front of the Meili Snow Mountain, I felt as if I was overwhelmed by a mysterious aura, and my heart was enveloped by an indescribable feeling... In front of the sacred mountain, we are so insignificant, and in the long river of time, our lives are even more fleeting...

The snow-capped mountains were gray at first, then turned silver, and then the rising sun painted the mountaintops with pink rouge.

As the sun rises higher, the boundary between light and dark in the sunlight begins to move downward, and the color begins to change from pink to golden red. The "Golden Mountain in the Sunlight" is thus perfectly presented before us.

By Talk about cattle |

Meili Snow Mountain is a huge snow mountain group running from north to south, located in the east of Zayu County, Tibet and the west of Yunling Township, Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It is 150 kilometers long. It is called Kawagebo Snow Mountain in Tibetan areas. The word "Meili" is the Chinese translation of Deqin Tibetan "mainri", which means medicine mountain. It is named because it is rich in various precious medicinal materials. At the same time, it is also a holy place of Yungdrung Bon religion. It is known as the four sacred mountains of Tibetan Buddhism together with Mount Kailash in Tibet, Mount Animaqing in Qinghai, and Mount Gaduojuewo in Qinghai.

The highest peak, Kawagebo Peak, is 6,740 meters above sea level, the highest peak in Yunnan Province. It is located 10 kilometers southwest of Deqin County and 184 kilometers from Zhongdian County. It is about 30 kilometers long, and the highest peak is Kawagebo Peak, which is pyramid-shaped and 6,740 meters above sea level. It is an extremely high mountain that protrudes nearly 1,000 meters above the top of the surrounding mountains. It is the highest peak in Yunnan Province. The Meili Snow Mountain Fault is highly active and has 13 peaks above 6,000 meters above sea level surrounding Kawagebo Peak. It is the highest mountain on the southeast edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.

By Hehe |

After two days of slow-paced vacation life, we are going to the sacred Meili Snow Mountain. This is also the highlight of my trip. I am looking forward to it! The sunset of Meili Snow Mountain is blocked by dark clouds, with only a small opening. I comfort myself that today's regret is for me to see the golden mountain in the sun tomorrow. Although there is no red light all over the sky, there is also a sacred and peaceful beauty! According to the accurate forecast table, the sunrise time is 7:55. We were so excited that we couldn't sleep well all night. We woke up at 5 o'clock in the morning and opened the curtains. Wow, the Meili Snow Mountain under the starry sky exudes a sense of mystery and solemnity! What I see is so shocking! Although the temperature before sunrise is only minus 5 degrees, it still can't stop our enthusiasm. The dark clouds are covering the top of the mountain. Isn't it a bit hanging? Prayer is still very useful. The golden light on the top of the mountain expands downward little by little, slowly illuminating the entire mountain. The main peak, Kawagebog, leads the 12 peaks to stand in front of you in golden glory. Even if you are not a believer, you feel that we are all blessed people, and all the hard work of the journey has vanished! Ajun told us that people who see the golden mountain in the sun when they first visit Meili Snow Mountain will be happy for the rest of their lives. We were originally scheduled to visit Mingyong Glacier today, but we were not interested. We decided to spend more time on the snow mountain and take as many photos as we could. A cloud belt was wrapped around the mountain. Ajun said this was Hada offering Meili. It was a different kind of beauty and a different feeling! It was a real bargain!

By Lijiang Old Driver |

To be honest, the scene is really beautiful and spectacular!

First, a ray of golden sunlight shone on the two mountain tops, and a faint blush appeared on the mountain tops. Just like a shy girl, standing shyly in front of everyone. The halo slowly spread out, gradually burning the Meili Snow Mountain into a sea of ​​fire. This scene is particularly beautiful against the backdrop of white snow and clouds!

According to local residents, the chance of seeing the golden summit of Meili Snow Mountain in the sun is very high from early November to May of the following year, especially from January to February, because the air is relatively dry and fresh at this time.

By Suddenly free |

The weather in mid-to-early October is not dry enough. The best time to see the Golden Mountain in the Rizhao Mountains is after late October. It starts to snow after November, and the temperature drops sharply, which is not conducive to travel. Therefore, I personally think that the period from late October to early November is more suitable! However, the snow coverage in Meili during this period is not large enough, which is also a shortcoming! We arrived in Meili on October 23rd. The weather was unbelievably good. There was no snow, and even a trace of cloud was hard to find. The temperature at night was above 0 degrees, and there was no hidden danger of ice on the road!

There are many viewing spots, so it is not necessary to go to Feilai Temple Observation Deck and Wunongding Observation Deck. Under the gloomy sky, the thirteen peaks of Meili Snow Mountain stand quietly in the distance, as if they have never changed.

By paradise |

There were many clouds on the Meili Snow Mountain that day, and we were all a little worried. As we waited, the sky began to turn slightly red, and the sun was about to come out. Gradually, a red glow appeared on the clouds on the top of the mountain, and slowly, the range became larger and larger. The top of the snow mountain was golden, as if it was burning. Everyone was intoxicated by this spectacular scene and forgot to talk. They just took their mobile phones and cameras to take pictures. How lucky we were to see the rare golden mountain in the sun! The golden mountain in the sun did not last long, only a dozen minutes, but was it worth it to come all the way for these ten minutes? Worth it!

By Plateau Walker |

Although it is only 6,740 meters, Meili Snow Mountain is taller and more majestic than many snow-capped mountains of 7,000 to 8,000 meters. This is because below it is the deep Lancang River Canyon, which is only more than 2,000 meters above sea level, thus forming a huge drop. Among the most beautiful snow-capped mountains in China, it ranks third only after Nanga Bawa and Gongga. I still agree with this ranking.

By Tomari Beach |

The top of the mountain is always shrouded in clouds and mist. It is a very lucky thing to see the golden mountain in the sun. Some people are so excited that they cry because they can see its beauty. Everyone who stops here will have the same feeling: this is the Shangri-La they yearn for - the sun and moon in their hearts.

At the Meili Snow Mountain, we not only witnessed the long-awaited golden mountain in the sun, but were also fortunate enough to witness the entire process of the snow mountain changing from pink to gold and finally to white under the shining sun and moon, and experienced the magic and unpredictability of nature.

By Still wanting more |

Meili Snow Mountain is also known as Prince Snow Mountain. It is the highest peak in Yunnan. The main peak, Kawagebo Peak, is 6,740 meters above sea level. It is one of the ten most beautiful mountains in China and one of the ten most majestic peaks in China. It is still an unconquered snow mountain.

The best time to view Meili Snow Mountain is from October to May of the following year, when the probability of seeing the main peak and other peaks is the highest. Rizhao Jinshan is a very beautiful natural wonder of Meili Snow Mountain. It is extremely spectacular and occurs at sunrise on a sunny morning. Wunongding and Feilai Temple Scenic Area are the best places to view and photograph Rizhao Jinshan.

The sun shines on the peak of Meili Snow Mountain, and the light spreads down from the peak, shining with golden light. The scene is magnificent and shocking.

By Scholar's spirit |

Meili Snow Mountain National Park is located in Deqin County, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan Province, at the junction of Yunnan, Sichuan and Tibet provinces, with a total area of ​​960 square kilometers. It has six open areas: Jinsha River Bay, Baima Snow Mountain, Wunongding, Feilai Temple, Mingyong Glacier and Yubeng. It showcases the unique natural and cultural landscapes of the two mountains (Nu Mountain and Yunling Mountains) and two rivers (Jinsha River and Lancang River) in the Hengduan Mountains National Scenic Area.

By Little fat pig sunny |

There are 13 peaks with an average altitude of more than 6,000 meters in Meili Snow Mountain, which are called "Thirteen Peaks of the Prince". It is a sacred mountain in the hearts of the Kham Tibetan people. The main peak, Kagebo Peak, is 6,740 meters above sea level and is the highest peak in Yunnan. The snow peaks arranged on its left and right are like its inseparable soldiers.

The Golden Mountain under the Sun is Meili's business card. Meili is not as shy as Mount Nanga Bawa and never spares showing off his face. As long as the weather is clear and the blue sky is clear, you will definitely see the noble and majestic figure of Kawabo pointing straight to the sky.

By Want to eat clay pot rice |

If you go there in winter, you will most likely be able to see the golden mountain in the sun. Seeing this timeless classic scene makes the hard journey from Shangri-La worthwhile. Hiking enthusiasts can continue to Yubeng.

By Star Traveler |

You must go in late autumn to be more guaranteed to see it. Also, be sure to walk to the 10-kilometer small circular trail inside the viewing platform, which is the most beautiful!

By GAGA |

Meili is one of the most beautiful snow-capped mountains in the world and is known as the "God of Snow Mountains". The main peak, Kawagebo, is the highest peak in Yunnan. Next to it is a large stretch of snow-capped peaks, known as the Meili Thirteen Peaks. The view is wide and spectacular. Meili is also a sacred place. Kawagebo is still a virgin peak that humans have not been able to climb to the top, and it is also the only peak that is currently prohibited from climbing due to cultural protection.

By Perhaps |

Meili Snow Mountain is a sacred mountain in Tibet, and one of the four sacred mountains of Tibetan Buddhism. It is about 6,500+ meters above sea level. There have been mountaineering teams climbing it before, but no one has reached the summit so far. Accidents have occurred every time they climbed it. Some people have lost their lives on the snow mountain due to climate, terrain, altitude sickness, etc. Their bodies have not been found yet. Now the country does not allow mountaineering teams to try to climb to the summit (local people believe that once humans reach the top, the gods will leave them. Without the protection of the gods, disasters will come.)



Because of the terrain + altitude + weather, the sunrise on the Meili Snow Mountain can only be seen more than 30 times a year, so the locals say: Only those who are lucky enough can see the sunrise on the Meili Snow Mountain. The continuous mountains, the top of the mountain is covered with snow, and the main peak of the Meili Snow Mountain is in full view. When the first ray of sunlight in the morning shines over, the sun slowly climbs to the top of the mountain. The snow-capped top of the mountain is shining golden in the sunlight, and it looks like a golden mountain from a distance. It is cloudy today, and the clouds ☁️ slowly rise from the mountainside. The clouds are thick. After waiting for a long time, we only saw part of the "Golden Mountain". When we saw the golden mountain shining, we felt the sacredness and everyone cheered.

By Rain cc |

Meili Snow Mountain is called "Kawagbo Snow Mountain" in Tibetan areas and is one of the eight sacred mountains in Tibetan areas.

It is also a sacred place of Yungdrung Bon religion.

It is one of the four sacred mountains of Tibetan Buddhism along with Mount Kailash in Tibet, Mount Animachen in Qinghai, and Mount Gaduojowo in Qinghai.

Photographing the famous "Golden Mountain in the Sunlight" at Meili Snow Mountain is a rare sight that many people dream of.

The best time to take photos of Jinshan Mountain in Rizhao is from November to December.

By fake |

The trip to Meili Snow Mountain was indeed a good choice. I was entangled for a long time before, because I was afraid of choosing the wrong store and encountering a black guide during shopping. Fortunately, I chose this travel agency. There was no shopping during the whole trip. The driver drove steadily and humorously. The whole trip was really interesting. Next time, I will choose Off-Roader

By Snowball Dance |

Meili Snow Mountain is the most majestic snow mountain in Yunnan, with an altitude of 6,740 meters. As the first of the eight sacred mountains of Tibetan Buddhism, Meili Snow Mountain is the supreme sacred mountain in the hearts of devout Tibetans.

By A world away |

The most beautiful snow-capped mountains that are relatively easy to reach.

By √ What a late summer☆ |

The fog was so thick that I could not see anything. I could only see a small glacier below.

But the small glacier is also very impressive

By Red-crowned Crane |

The Rizhao Jinshan Mountain is very beautiful, and it is a rare thing to be able to see thirteen snow-capped peaks at the same time.

By OUT |

Awesome.. Really beautiful.. Everyone must come.

By Lufei |

I was lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the true appearance of the Meili Snow Mountain at Feilai Temple, watching it gradually disappear into the night. Unfortunately, it rained the next day and I didn’t get to see the golden mountain in the sun.

By pippa |

Hiking into Yubeng is like looking at heaven and looking at hell, but it is something I will never regret.

By Jamie |

It is a place that I fell in love with at first sight. It was worth the trip to see the true appearance of the Thirteen Peaks of Meili. Although the hotel had no water, altitude sickness, and the road was bumpy, I was still in a good mood.

By China-TravelNote users |

Meili Snow Mountain is really slow, but the temperature rises too fast and the snow line rises a lot. The local old lady said that when they were young, Meili Snow Mountain was super beautiful, and the glaciers reflected green light in the sun. Her family has received two mountaineering teams. Her father even served as a guide for the mountaineering team. Waiting for 4 days for the sunrise to shine on the golden mountain.

By Cynthia |

A must-visit place in Shangri-La. Very worthwhile and unforgettable!

By www |

It's really beautiful! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! The first time I saw a snowy mountain was such a sacred Meili Snow Mountain! I have no regrets in this life!

By Fragrant wine jar |

The pure Meili Snow Mountain was boldly presented in front of us, just waiting for the sun to rise. In the blink of an eye, the mountaintop turned golden. Amid cheers, everyone rushed to take pictures and gave up the background to help take pictures.

By One Bamboo North |

The clouds on the Goddess Peak were the first to disperse, and the snow-white mountain top was particularly dazzling against the blue sky before sunrise. The top of Kawagebo was the first to show a golden color! Although it was not the most perfect golden mountain in the sun, we still saw it and were very satisfied.

By Rongrong sauce ♡ travel |

I don't know the altitude haha~ Because people are not allowed to go up, Meili Snow Mountain is a place of pilgrimage for local residents. It is very sacred and can only be viewed from a distance and not be played with... What are you looking at from a distance? Watching the golden mountain in the sun! When the sun comes out in the morning, the sun shines on the snow mountain, and the top of the snow mountain turns golden. I didn't think there was anything before I saw it, but I was so excited that I cried when I saw it. I suggest that my friends book a viewing inn facing Meili Snow Mountain like me. Although the accommodation conditions are not very good, you can watch the sunrise without washing your face or brushing your teeth in the morning. Otherwise, you have to go to Feilai Temple and spend 110 yuan/person for tickets to watch it, and you have to get up early. The time for Zhaojin Mountain in winter is about 7:30 in the morning. I got up before 7 o'clock that day, and waited until 7:40 before a little bit of the golden top appeared. The whole process took about 40 minutes, and the places with snow turned golden. There will definitely be altitude sickness. If you don't climb that high, you can't see the golden mountain~ I still recommend that you prepare oxygen tanks~

By Sheep and King Pipi |

The 13 peaks of Prince Edward are basically shrouded in clouds. Although the peaks cannot be seen, just looking at them from afar, a sacred feeling arises in my heart.

The weather in Meili Snow Mountain is changeable, and you can only see the golden mountain in the sunlight for a few minutes. If you are not careful, you will miss it.

By these_32 |

This time I didn’t get to take photos of the Golden Mountain in the Rise that satisfied me, especially the Golden Mountain in the Rise at the Thirteen Peaks of Meili, which is a pity.

Most of the protagonists are not the main peak of Meili Snow Mountain, Kawagebo Peak, because as a sacred mountain, he really likes to drill the clouds

By China-TravelNote users |

October 31, good weather, going to Yubeng tomorrow, hopefully good weather too

By zxs |

Meili Snow Mountain is worth a visit. It is my dream. I missed it several times. I have a date with Meili. I am looking forward to seeing her beautiful face. This time I finally made it. It is really a sacred mountain. Thirteen peaks are in full view, and the sun shines on the golden mountain. It is so beautiful that I want to cry.

By Ekship |

Very spectacular. There are thirteen peaks, five of which are more prominent, and the most spectacular are the two tall peaks. I can't remember the names of each peak. Usually, you can see it at Feilai Temple, which is the most comprehensive. On the way from Deqin County to Shangri-La, you can also see several major peaks not far from Deqin County. On the way from Deqin County to Feilai Temple, there is an observation deck where you can see the second highest peak (first on the left in the picture). It costs 50 yuan to enter the Feilai Temple observation deck (probably, because I didn't go in, I just glanced at the charging standard at the gate). In fact, staying in the hotel next to Feilai Temple, the location is higher and the view is better (second, third, fourth on the left in the picture). There are many such hotels, and the best ones are still 5 or 6 on the roadside, such as: Meili Past Hotel, Meili Yiju Hotel (these two are next to each other), Pearl Hotel, etc., with an observation deck on the roof. In the morning, you can see the sunrise on Jinshan Mountain. Feilai Temple is more than 10 kilometers away from Deqin County. The road is halfway up the mountain, flat, asphalt road, and good road conditions. If you take a taxi, the driver will charge 40 yuan, which is a bit high, but they rely on tourists' money, and they won't go if it's less than 40 yuan. We took a taxi to Feilai Temple and it cost 40 yuan. When we returned to Deqin County from Feilai Temple, we met a return taxi for 20 yuan.

By Mandy |

I am very lucky to be able to see the spectacular and sacred Rizhao Jinshan Mountain on my first visit to Meili Snow Mountain! Pray for peace and happiness!

By October Sky |

Meili Snow Mountain, the virgin peak of China and the virgin peak of the world, is beautiful and peaceful, with extremely beautiful scenery and simple humanities, especially the Meiduo Youth Hostel in Shangyubeng. When two tourists lost their way home at night and sent out a distress signal, the proprietress took the tourists back in the dark with a flashlight for more than half an hour after receiving the signal. Thank you Meiduo Youth Hostel.

By Flying Devin |

Even though it is only 6,000 meters above sea level, it is still a "virgin peak" that has never been climbed or conquered by humans.

Obviously, it is not easy to see the naked body of this "virgin peak". I was wearing silk and clothes, so I could not see its full view. I could only admire its magnificent glaciers from afar. On the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival, the moon was covered by dark clouds. At twelve o'clock, I was still looking at the snow-capped mountains alone in the hotel courtyard with a glimmer of hope. I found nothing, and then I went back to my room to sleep, panting.

By Crazy Traveler |

It is a beautiful place, with the sun shining on the golden mountain, the natural Meili, a place to exercise one's will and inner strength, and also a paradise for hikers...

By NAOMI2017 |

Meili Snow Mountain is the only snow mountain that cannot be climbed due to religious reasons, so you can only view it from a distance!

Locals said that several people were killed when they went up there before, so the government closed it down directly later.

Unfortunately, I couldn't see the Rizhao Jinshan Mountain completely because there were too many clouds and the sun was blocked!

By Gengnima is going on a trip |

From the cold and solemnity before sunrise to the exciting Rizhao Golden Mountain at sunrise, Deqin has a sunny climate in winter, and it is easiest to see the complete Meili Snow Mountain. The Rizhao Golden Mountain in summer is more brilliant and stunning, but the probability of seeing it on a sunny day is much lower!

By Waiting for the wind |

There is no need to go to the viewing point to see the Meili Snow Mountain. If you stay near Feilai Temple, there are many hotels where you can see the Meili Snow Mountain. If you are passing by, you can also see it if you continue walking a short distance from the viewing platform. I also want to point out that as long as it is not the peak season, you can book a room on site. It is much more expensive online than on site. Of course, I am talking about the off-season, the peak season is another matter.

July and August are the rainy seasons, so it is difficult to see the true appearance of the snow-capped mountains. If you go there in October, you can see the golden mountain in the sun almost every day.

By Wandering |

Although the altitude is only over 6,000 meters, it is one of the few sacred mountains that cannot be climbed. A long time ago, I saw a picture of it posted by a friend on WeChat Moments, and I vowed to go there once in my life. Today, I finally arrived at its foot.

We missed the view of Golden Mountain in the Rise, but the magical thing is, it was still raining when we came to Meili Snow Mountain overnight, but this morning all thirteen peaks were visible. I guess it knows I am a good person so I was so gracious. Such a view is only available for about 30 days a year, some people visit here every day for more than a month and still cannot see it. Haha, God has eyes. After I go home, I will continue to be a good person and be useful to everyone.

We watched from the Feilai Temple sightseeing platform for more than an hour. Later, the clouds under the snow-capped mountains became thicker and thicker, covering all the other twelve peaks, leaving only the main peak. Oh, we have enough. Thank you, sacred mountain.

By The day the bear ran away |

It's a pity that I didn't see the golden mountain in the sun. I could only see the scenery in the evening.

By Momo |

The Meili Snow Mountain that I have been thinking about for a long time has finally come to you from afar. Seeing the golden mountain in the sunshine with my own eyes is a treasure I will treasure forever!

By Banana |

Meili Snow Mountain under the sun is magical and beautiful. It shines, making your eyes shine; it has a power that makes you feel awed. So you pray to it, at the foot of the mountain, you pray to a mountain.

By Xu Xiaozhuo |

Nearing noon, the clouds still did not dissipate, pressing down the mountains so that only the mountainside could be seen but not the top. The temperature was only a dozen degrees in the morning, and the telescope could not save it. It was all white. Today was still a day that required imagination to see the scenery!

By The Queen of Fake Moves |

I didn't expect to see the full view of the Thirteenth Prince Peak when I went there in the rainy season. Fortunately, the main peak, Kawagebo, was quite respectful and greeted me with a smile on the day I arrived.

By The unlucky bear |

The six sacred peaks appeared so clearly in front of me. I could never feel the shock of that kind of travelogue or photos.

By ice cream |

Meili Snow Mountain is more majestic and taller than Baima Snow Mountain, with numerous peaks. There are many parking areas along the road to Meili Snow Mountain where you can enjoy the view and take photos.

By acardian |

One of the most beautiful snow-capped mountains in the world, it is always shrouded in clouds and mist, and you rarely see its true face. Those who can see the Golden Mountain in the Sun for the first time must be destined to be together.

By Moon |

Seeing snow-capped mountains depends entirely on luck. How many you can see is a matter of fate. Meili Snow Mountain is a spiritual mountain. Although I didn't see the golden summit in the sun, I saw the sunset and had no regrets.

By Qige's Photography World |

When I saw the sacred mountain, my heart was actually very calm.

The sacred mountain seemed a little shy, with only a little of its tip showing.

By Alone |

The Meili Snow Mountain is less than 7,000 meters high and is not ranked among the world's highest mountains. Many people have successfully climbed to the summit of Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, but the Meili Snow Mountain is a snow mountain that no one has climbed to the summit so far. Whether it is some beautiful legends or the many colors given by faith, they have indeed added a lot of mystery to this most beautiful mountain.

By Axun wants to see the world |

When the first ray of sunlight shone on Kawagebo, the highest peak of Meili Snow Mountain, and coated the mountain top with a layer of golden color, everyone exclaimed. As the sun rose higher and higher, the golden light on the mountain top expanded downward little by little, slowly illuminating the entire mountain. There was not a single cloud that day, and the thirteen peaks of Meili Snow Mountain were in full view in front of us. The whole process was so beautiful that it is difficult to describe in words. No wonder the Tibetans regard Meili as a sacred mountain. In the face of all this, they only feel holy and sacred. Many Tibetans on the observation deck knelt down on their knees when they saw such a scene. It is really amazing that nature can create such a wonder. At this moment, even as an atheist, I feel that we are all blessed by God, and all the hardships of the journey have vanished.

By Rain and Wind |

It feels good, everyone can see it for themselves! It's spectacular! 😄

By Poetry and Painting |

It is indeed a place worth visiting. I was lucky to see the Golden Mountain in the sun on the first day... I will go there again if I have the chance.

By Yugo |

I am lucky to see the Golden Summit of Snow Mountain. Time is short but the memory is eternal.

By Amy Bixuan |

I came all the way there just for this moment! Rizhao Jinshan is really beautiful, the natural landscape is so beautiful!

It's only available around 7am! ​​Fortunately, the hotel I stayed in was very good. I took this photo on the top floor of the hotel.

By Wind Coke |

Meili Snow Mountain is one of the eight sacred mountains in the hearts of Tibetans. They call it Kawagebo, or Ani Kawagebo (Grandpa Kawagebo). I remember there is a documentary that specifically records and narrates this beautiful snow mountain - "Kawagebo". Kawagebo Peak is a pilgrimage site for Tibetan Buddhism. Every year in late autumn and early winter, hundreds of Tibetans lead sheep and hold the corners to chant Buddhist scriptures and burn incense around the mountain to worship (turn the sutra). The scene is breathtaking. Tibetans have to worship a specific sacred mountain in different zodiac years. The mountain they specially turn around and worship in the year of the sheep is Meili Snow Mountain. We are climbing mountains, but the Tibetans' worship is almost on a flat surface around the foot of the mountain. I also learned this from watching a documentary. The "Sunshine Golden Mountain" of Meili Snow Mountain is a stunning beauty that many people want to see. You need to rely on luck and choose a good season and good weather to see it. Otherwise, you will be like some people and can't see it for a month.

By Rice Field 2017 |

The Rizhao Jinshan of Meili Snow Mountain is great, but other services are not up to par and need to be improved.

By China-TravelNote users |

It was a pity that I only saw a little bit due to the weather, but I could imagine the magnificent scene.

By Sunrise Journey |

It means "white snow mountain" in Tibetan.

Against the blue sky

The huge pyramid cone is snow-white

Not many people have heard of Kawagebo and Mentsim

Only when I say the name that has been misused for so many years

People will suddenly realize

It turns out that it is

Meili Snow Mountain.

By Baud Slow |

The chances of seeing the golden mountain in the sun will be higher after November, but it will be very cold if you wait too late, with temperatures even below zero in the early morning, so you must be prepared to keep warm.

By Pathfinder |

It is really beautiful, but not everyone who goes there can see it. You can't see it without the sun.

By Photographer Zhang Yang Parkour📷 |

The first sacred mountain in Tibet, the main peak, Kawabog Virgin Peak, there is nothing much to describe

By OK |

It exceeded my expectations. I felt that after seeing the Meili Snow Mountain, I didn't need to make a special trip to see other glaciers and snow-capped mountains (such as the Yulong Snow Mountain and the Midui Glacier).

By Silent Stone |

Although I waited for two days but didn’t see Rizhao Kawagebo Peak, although the prices were not cheap, and although it took four hours to get there by car, it was worth it to see a different snow-capped mountain.

By Park Mimi |

I passed by twice. It snowed in the middle of the night the first time, and I finally saw the sunrise on the second time. There are many stories about this mountain that has not been recorded by the government in the history of human mountaineering. Kawagebo is even more mysterious and awe-inspiring.

By The world is the sweetest and the universe is the saltiest |

It is indeed a sacred mountain for Tibetans, and the scenery is particularly stunning.

By Free traveler |

Meili Snow Mountain has always been one of my favorite snow mountains. It is also the most beautiful snow mountain. Lucky people can also see the golden mountain in the sun, which is really beautiful.


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