Balagezong Grand Canyon / 香格里拉巴拉格宗风景名胜区
Category
Nature
Why Visit
- Explore one of the world's deepest canyons, experience the '108 Hairpin Bends' mountain road, visit an ancient Tibetan village preserved for 1,300 years, and see the sacred natural stupa. A perfect blend of extreme natural beauty and authentic Tibetan culture.
Suggested Duration
1 day (6-8 hours for full experience); 2 days with overnight stay recommended
Best Visiting Time
May-October; avoid July-August heavy rain (potential rockfalls and temporary closures)
Suitable For
- Adventure seekers, culture enthusiasts, photographers, families with older children
Tips
- Altitude in main area is 2,000-2,900m (lower than downtown—easier on altitude sickness). Take the direct bus from Dukezong North Gate (09:00 departure, CNY 60 round-trip) or drive 1.5 hours via G214. Shambhala Stupa requires additional CNY 75 ticket and 4,250m altitude—bring warm clothes. Canyon rafting available May-October (extra CNY ~100).
Admission Type
Paid Ticket
Reservation Required
No
Price Estimates
Entrance + shuttle bus: CNY 165-170; Direct bus package from Dukezong: ~CNY 215; Shambhala Stupa extra: CNY 75; Rafting: ~CNY 100; Children 6-18 and seniors 60-70: half-price; Under 1.2m and over 70: free entrance
Reservation Max.
Shuttle bus capacity limited; book 1 day ahead
Opening Hours
08:30-16:30 (last entry); last return bus to Shangri-La: 17:30
Address (English & Chinese)
Nixi Town, Northwest of Shangri-La City, Yunnan Province, China (100m north of Balagezong Management Office, Three Parallel Rivers National Park)
云南省迪庆藏族自治州香格里拉市尼西乡三江并流国家公园红山景区巴拉格宗管理处北侧100米
Amaps Link
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Baidu Link
https://j.map.baidu.com/93/7Hf