Baimang Snow
Mountain
Baimang Snow Mountain (baimang
xueshan), a national natural reserve, is a well-preserved
natural resort with typical views of vertical
belts. Located in the mid section of the Hengdgun
Mountain range in Diqing County, all of the peaks
here are above 4000 meters with the highest topping
5430 meters.
An imposing view of the mountain
can be seen on approaching the area. The nature
reserve here consists of vast virgin forests,
ripe with animals, plants and other geogrpahical
wonders. As a result of this, Shangri-La has become
something of a Mecca for botanists and zoologists.
The area also exerts a strong magnetic force on
ordinary travelers, who swarm here in late summer
and autumn to appreciate the natural beauty of
the region.
Note: The attraction is not
accessible bewteen December and April when the
roads are closed due to heavy snow.
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