Meili Snow Mountain & Feilai Temple / 梅里雪山 & 飞来寺

Category

Nature

Why Visit

• Witness one of nature's most breathtaking phenomena—sunrise turning snow peaks from dark to brilliant gold. The sacred atmosphere, prayer flags, and pristine glaciers create an unforgettable spiritual and visual experience.

Suggested Duration

1-3 days (overnight stay recommended for sunrise)

Best Visiting Time

November-April for clearest skies and best chance of 'Golden Sunrise'. Avoid July-August rainy season.

Suitable For

• Photographers, spiritual travelers, adventure seekers, nature lovers

Tips

• Sunrise is around 08:00 in winter, 06:30 in summer. The golden view lasts only 10-20 minutes—arrive 30 min early. Feilai Temple offers frontal views.

Admission Type

Paid Ticket

Reservation Required

No

Price Estimates

Feilai Temple: CNY 150; Mingyong Glacier: CNY 150; Combined passes available from CNY 228-230

Reservation Max.

No strict daily limit for viewing platforms; hotels limited—book 1-2 weeks ahead for peak season

Opening Hours

Viewing platforms: 24 hours (best at dawn); Temple: 08:00-17:00

Address (English & Chinese)

Feilai Temple: Xidang Village, Yunling Town, Deqin County, Shangri-La City, Yunnan Province, China

云南省迪庆藏族自治州德钦县

Amaps Link

https://surl.amap.com/jeC8KxkD6Dk

Baidu Link

https://j.map.baidu.com/35/vOc