June is the best time for a self-guided tour of Yun and川Zang. The scenery in the west is primitive, like the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor, but life there is fashionable and colorful. The picture shows a Tibetan bar in Shangri-La.
The west used to be synonymous with poverty and backwardness, but since the reform and opening-up, especially after the implementation of the western development strategy, it has shown surprising vitality and charm, becoming a desired destination for all those who yearn for an eco-tourism environment.
Now, not only has the scenery in the west gradually entered its prime, but also popular tourism elements such as grasslands, flower seas, and folk customs are countless. Moreover, the favorable market price of western tourism is urging you: come quickly and complete a western journey! Starting from this issue, our magazine will successively introduce the current beautiful scenery of the west, hoping to lead you, who love traveling, to step onto this beautiful and colorful land together. The picturesque scenery of Lugu Lake is a feast for the eyes.
Yunnan - "Colorful clouds appear in the south"
1. Overview of traditional tourist routes
The ancients used "colorful clouds appear in the south" to refer to the mysterious Yunnan plateau. Not to mention the picturesque scenery, on this plateau, 26 different ethnic groups live, so you can imagine how interesting the local folk culture is.
Each ethnic group in Yunnan has unique habits in clothing, food, housing, transportation, marriage, funeral, childbearing, festivals, etiquette, language, writing, totems, religion, taboos, aesthetics, etc., with distinct personalities. Among them, the Dongba culture of the Naxi nationality, the Bai nationality culture of Dali, the Beijie culture of the Dai nationality, and the BeiMa culture of the Yi nationality are the most famous. In addition, Yunnan has many distinctive festivals such as the Water Splashing Festival, Torch Festival, and Knife Pole Festival.
Children walking home through the sunshine of Lijiang Ancient City
Currently, the main tourist destinations in Yunnan include Lijiang, Dali, Shangri-La, Lugu Lake, Xishuangbanna, etc. Many tourists have been there again and again, unable to stop. Spring is the best season for tourism in Dali, while Lijiang and Xishuangbanna are suitable all year round. Lugu Lake and Shangri-La are more suitable for spring and summer tours.
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