I Thought Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Was Beautiful Until I Visited Yubeng

After visiting Lijiang and witnessing the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain
After exploring Shaxi and seeing traces of the ancient Tea Horse Road
I embarked once again on a journey to Yubeng
Outside the car window was the snow-covered Napa Lake
A fleeting glimpse of Songzanlin Monastery
Further ahead, the Lancang River surged through winding canyons
Entering Baima Snow Mountain, an endless expanse of white appeared

East of Meili, at the foot of the sacred mountain
Lies our destination, Yubeng Village
In winter, wooden cabins are scattered throughout the village
Morning brings rising smoke and the sound of cowbells
From the golden sunrise on the mountain to the arrival of blue hour
The golden roof of the temple appears serene and mysterious

📍Yubeng "Heaven is on the left, Yubeng is on the right" - imagine how impressive Yubeng must be! Here you can breathe in nature's oxygen deeply, and from May to October, the chances of seeing the golden sunrise on the mountain are extremely high❗
📍Ice Lake The meltwater from the snow mountain converges to form "Kawagebo's Heart." The lake water resembles emerald jade, and the moment you see the ice lake, every step of the journey becomes worthwhile❗
📍Meili Snow Mountain You can't just keep looking at Meili Snow Mountain on your phone! When sunlight shines on the pristine mountain peaks, they turn golden and gradually expand, creating the spectacular phenomenon of golden sunrise on the mountain❗
📍Feilai Temple Directly facing the thirteen peaks of Meili Snow Mountain, this is an excellent viewpoint for the golden sunrise❗
📍Sacred Waterfall The Sacred Waterfall trail is less challenging, with stone paths throughout, making it perfect for beginners. The waterfall is magnificent during the rainy season, and along the way, you can enjoy beautiful scenery, friendly squirrels, and colorful prayer flags as highlights❗
📍Moon Bay A 180-degree bend forms a perfect "Ω" shape

✈Transportation
Recommended to fly to Lijiang, as there are more flights and they're less likely to be delayed!!

Suggested Itinerary:
1⃣Day One: Lijiang - Dukezong Ancient Town - Yila Prairie - Benzilan - Jinsha River Moon Bay - Baima Snow Mountain - Feilai Temple
Departing from Lijiang, pass through the Tibetan-style Dukezong Ancient Town, enjoy the leisurely atmosphere of Yila Prairie where the wind blows through the grass revealing cattle and sheep
Encounter magnificent snow mountain scenery at Baima Snow Mountain
2⃣Day Two: Meili golden sunrise - Ninong Grand Canyon trek - Yubeng Village
Watch the golden sunrise on Meili Snow Mountain, then trek through Ninong Grand Canyon to reach Yubeng Village
3⃣Day Three: Yubeng Village - Nanzong Yako - Xiaonong Base Camp - Ice Lake - return to Yubeng Village
Ice Lake, the sacred lake of Meili Snow Mountain, is formed by melting snow and has emerald green water like jade
4⃣Day Four: Yubeng - Sacred Waterfall trek - return to Yubeng Village
The Sacred Waterfall trail is less challenging with stone paths throughout, making it suitable for beginner hikers. During the rainy season, the waterfall is incredibly spectacular
5⃣Day Five: Yubeng Village - trek through Ninong Grand Canyon - Lijiang