Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas are some of the most exotic and enchanting areas in China. The charms of the Three Parallel Rivers Protected Areas consist of torrential rivers, soaring mountains, splendid ethnic cultures, rare plants and animals, which are highlighted by world famous Lijiang Old Town and Shangri-la.
Extraordinary Geographical Scenes
Geographical scenes of the region are characterized by tall mountains, deep gorges, numerous highland lakes and vast plateau wetlands. The 1.7-million-hectare site features sections of the upper reaches of Yangtze, Mekong, and Salween. The three great Asian rivers run roughly parallel through steep gorges. At their closest point, Mekong flows just 18.6 kilometers from Salween and 66 kilometers from Yangtze River, which could not be found elsewhere in the world. If you have birds' eye view over the area, you will be surely amazed by the impressive scene.
Bordering the rivers stands gigantic mountains that tower high into the sky. Renowned mountainous scenic spots include Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Golden Hill and Mingyong Glacier. You could experience four seasons in just one day if you could take a climbing from the bottom. But you must watch out for your climbing because even if a one-ton-weight stone would be carried away by the bellow onrush in a second. Nevertheless, it is really a holy land to pathfinders.
Rich Ethnic Cultures
The Parallel Rivers area is initially made known to the world as Shangri-la in the book "Lost Horizon". Ethnic cultures in the area are exotic and admirable. Some 16 ethnic groups live in harmony among the huge mountains or beside the rivers. Their cultures are still well-preserved in authentic forms; the local folklore and costumes are intact and attractive, which make the area a spiritual dream land for many people around the world.
There are so much to see and so many things to do, as you traveling here. You can follow the ancient Tea-Horse Road, an old-time tea trading path connecting Tibet and in-land China, and will be able to collect many interesting and memorable local legends. You also can stroll among the ancient architectures of ancient towns of Lijiang and Dali, enjoy delicious local food, try on gorgeous ethnic costumes, and appreciate the 700-year-old Ancient Music of Naxi people. There are so many hidden treasures and wonderful places for you to explore.
Wildlife & Flowers in Seasons
Wildlife and flowers in the Three Parallel Rivers area are unique, too. The protected regions are truly a paradise of animals and plants. It is said that in these tinny areas mass up to 25 percents of all the animals inhabiting in China. So you could see various kinds of rare animals like yaks, golden monkeys and snow leopards.
Flowers in colors will come into sight as soon as you get there. Seas of flowers scatter among the meadow, at the lakeside and in the quiet forests. Seasonal flowers of sorts take turns to flourish, azaleas in spring and chrysanthemums in autumn. No wonder it is famed as "Natural Mountainous Garden".
Because of its great scientific, esthetic values and colorful minority cultures here, the protected areas of Three Parallel Rivers was listed as World Heritage in 2003.
Extraordinary Geographical Scenes
Geographical scenes of the region are characterized by tall mountains, deep gorges, numerous highland lakes and vast plateau wetlands. The 1.7-million-hectare site features sections of the upper reaches of Yangtze, Mekong, and Salween. The three great Asian rivers run roughly parallel through steep gorges. At their closest point, Mekong flows just 18.6 kilometers from Salween and 66 kilometers from Yangtze River, which could not be found elsewhere in the world. If you have birds' eye view over the area, you will be surely amazed by the impressive scene.
Bordering the rivers stands gigantic mountains that tower high into the sky. Renowned mountainous scenic spots include Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, Golden Hill and Mingyong Glacier. You could experience four seasons in just one day if you could take a climbing from the bottom. But you must watch out for your climbing because even if a one-ton-weight stone would be carried away by the bellow onrush in a second. Nevertheless, it is really a holy land to pathfinders.
Rich Ethnic Cultures
The Parallel Rivers area is initially made known to the world as Shangri-la in the book "Lost Horizon". Ethnic cultures in the area are exotic and admirable. Some 16 ethnic groups live in harmony among the huge mountains or beside the rivers. Their cultures are still well-preserved in authentic forms; the local folklore and costumes are intact and attractive, which make the area a spiritual dream land for many people around the world.
There are so much to see and so many things to do, as you traveling here. You can follow the ancient Tea-Horse Road, an old-time tea trading path connecting Tibet and in-land China, and will be able to collect many interesting and memorable local legends. You also can stroll among the ancient architectures of ancient towns of Lijiang and Dali, enjoy delicious local food, try on gorgeous ethnic costumes, and appreciate the 700-year-old Ancient Music of Naxi people. There are so many hidden treasures and wonderful places for you to explore.
Wildlife & Flowers in Seasons
Wildlife and flowers in the Three Parallel Rivers area are unique, too. The protected regions are truly a paradise of animals and plants. It is said that in these tinny areas mass up to 25 percents of all the animals inhabiting in China. So you could see various kinds of rare animals like yaks, golden monkeys and snow leopards.
Flowers in colors will come into sight as soon as you get there. Seas of flowers scatter among the meadow, at the lakeside and in the quiet forests. Seasonal flowers of sorts take turns to flourish, azaleas in spring and chrysanthemums in autumn. No wonder it is famed as "Natural Mountainous Garden".
Because of its great scientific, esthetic values and colorful minority cultures here, the protected areas of Three Parallel Rivers was listed as World Heritage in 2003.
I like travel, especially odyssey tours in China. The Three Parallel Rivers areas is a nice resort to relax, rejoice and refresh for better life.
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