The most beautiful autumn in Yunnan

The most beautiful autumn in Yunnan| is hidden on this forgotten national road||Living in Dali for seven years and having traveled to every prefecture in Yunnan, if we talk about natural scenery, Diqing Prefecture is definitely Top 1, but most people only stop at Shangri-La, not knowing that Shangri-La is just the starting point of the landscape in Diqing Prefecture. Starting from Shangri-La, follow National Highway 214, cross the pass of Baima Snow Mountain, and reach Meili Snow Mountain. This nearly 200km journey is the most beautiful scenic road in Yunnan, especially in autumn, the landscape is three-dimensional, the colors are rich, it's like walking into a national park. The beauty of Meili Snow Mountain is known to all, but the beauty of Baima Snow Mountain is rarely noticed. After the tunnel was opened, it was forgotten. The old National Highway 214 on the mountain has now become Provincial Highway S236. If you drive or charter a car, don't make a mistake, just navigate to Baima Snow Mountain Observation Deck. 1️⃣Depart from Shangri-La Dukezong Ancient City in the morning, take the Napahai Lake Road, the autumn scenery by the lake is also very beautiful, you can challenge the water road, the water is shallow in autumn and winter, be careful in summer. 2️⃣Start climbing the mountain after Benzilan Town, it is recommended to have lunch in the town, the attractions along the way include the First Bend of the Jinsha River and Dongzhulin Temple, you can stop if you have time. 3️⃣There are scenic spots everywhere in Baima Snow Mountain, the first half is to see the brilliant autumn colors, the second half is to exclaim the appearance of Meili, be sure to control the time, it's cold on the mountain when it's too late and the light is not good, don't miss the U-shaped valley and the pass. 4️⃣Arrive at Feilai Temple of Meili Snow Mountain in the evening, choose a room that can directly face the snow mountain, and be awakened by the sunrise on the snow mountain the next day. 🌄The best time to watch the autumn colors: the end of October, check the weather forecast before departure, the sunshine on the plateau is the most beautiful filter. What color is the heart-moving autumn? You will have the answer after a trip to Baima Snow Mountain.