Meili Snow Mountain towers over the landscape in the west of Deqin County (Shangri-la) in the Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture. Also known as 'Prince Snow Mountain', it is the most sacred mountain the in the world. Meili Mountain has long been famous for Kang Karpo Peak, Yunnan's tallest mountain - 6,740m above sea level. Among one of the eight sacred mountains the Tibetans worship, it looks like gilded when the sun rises. There are 13 lesser peaks around it, each more than 6,000m above sea level.

Take car about 5hours from shangrila 

Ganyesi Temple was built during the Great Tang Dynasty(618AD-907AD). There is only one female ruler Emperess in the history of China who once stayed in this temple. If you are interet in this historic figure, I highly recommend you to watch a Tang Dynasty show which tells her legendary story in her whole life.

I organize tours in Xi'an for many years and always get outstanding feedback. When you get an idea to visit Xi'an Terra Cotta Warriors, please feel free to contact me for details. You are warmly welcome anytime.

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The Shibaoshan Scenic Area is located 25km southwest of Jianchuan County  in the northwest section of the Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, YunnanProvince. Shibaoshan, also known as Shanbao Mountain, is the southern branch of the LaoJun Mountain range.

Shibao Mountain is located in the midst of a picturesque landscape, with a broad view consisting of row upon row of mountain peaks, tranquil valleys, dense green forest, clear springs, and deep-buried ancient temple houses created by skilled Bai workers and talented artisans. The landscape here is fascinating and beautiful. Here "The Stone's in Blossom" matches very well with the natural landscape of red sandstone. These turtle-back stones were created by a century of rainwater，and it continues to developed. Besides, the Danxia landscape is the most picturesque view of all. Shibao Mountain was designated as the most important National tourist scenic area in China by the State Council in 1982. Also, the Shibaoshan Scenic Area is the centre part of the "Three Parallel Rivers', a UNESCO World Nature Heritage Site.

shuttle bus from Dali or Xizhou

Bambino Vintage Bike shop, specialises in customised vintage bikes. The owner Bambino Lee is nice and friendly, he now plans to start renting bikes for those who wish to have a vintage experience in Taipei by bycicle. So by the time you are reading this post, the chances you get a vintage bike to use on your Taiwan travel are high. For those who are interested in purchasing a customized vintage type bike, this really is the place! The owner says, most of the bikes he produce, come with  a unique client name. Just visiting this neighborhood is a trip on its own, enjoy!

From Nanjing West Rd, turn right and look for Nanjing West Rd. alley # 69 (just opposite Jiancheng Junior High School)

Hualien old wine factory has been turned into Cultural Park, boasting craft shops and handmade artifact market, along with restaurants and cafes, this place is must see in Hualien.

Hualien cultural and creative industries park is located in the center of Hualien city. The historic settlements build in 100 years ago have 3.3 hectares, including 26 old factory warehouses. It will be opened in three years (2012-2015) successively and apply exhibition, performance, dining, featured products, educational lecture, travel information, etc. Expected shape a cultural and creative vitality and contemporary life-style by artistic activities and commercial services. a-zone also is the best tourist region in East.

As the largest creative market in Hualien and the east coast, various markets are set up around the grounds from Wednesday to Sunday for visitors to enjoy, and events are regularly held in the area.

The buildings along the western side of the property previously were warehouses and are now retail spaces for interesting goods such as rare Japanese-style cypress.

The buildings in the centre contain a Live House (previously a packing factory) for live band, concert, and art performances and the Wine Museum (previously a fermentation factory) where visitors can browse creative and historical wine-related goods.

The buildings along the eastern side are primarily exhibition zones.

The grounds contain a Japanese dormitory buildings constructed between 1928 and 1933 for employees of the factories. There are 13 independent cabins built in a traditional Japanese style.

At the front entrance near the circular intersection of Zhongzheng and Zhonghua Roads is a western restaurant with a unique architectural style consisting of a European theme on the ground level and Japanese traditional design and style on the 2ND floor. This building is the oldest in the complex. This is a wonderful place in Hualien city. It was built one hundred years ago, which is a brewery before. It has a big accommodation for guests to visit. In the big accommodation has many historic things , all of them have unique meaning. Outside the accommodation has many big squares. In the center of square has a big stage for someone who want to emerge themselves. I went to this amazing place with my friends , classmates and families on October. We took many pictures and had a good time there.I hope the place can always preserve for everyone from generation to generation. Not only the accommodation and the stage, there are also many famous views are waitings for you to visit in Hualien. Perfect place for parents to take kids there for a leisure walk. On the weekends, there will be street performances, too or a gallery. Local people's favorite cultural spot.

sed. Indoors there are several cafes and restaurants and a number of shops. While outdoors artists sell their hand made crafts. A good place to connect with history, art or just to relax in one of the cafes.

Oh yeah, its a great place to take photos and do people watching, but the old Japanese style buildings are unique and generally its great to capture time in time.

Downtown Hualien "Golden Triangle" next to the old railway pedestrian street

Hualien old wine factory has been turned into Cultural Park, boasting craft shops and handmade artifact market, along with restaurants and cafes, this place is must see in Hualien.

Hualien cultural and creative industries park is located in the center of Hualien city. The historic settlements build in 100 years ago have 3.3 hectares, including 26 old factory warehouses. It will be opened in three years (2012-2015) successively and apply exhibition, performance, dining, featured products, educational lecture, travel information, etc. Expected shape a cultural and creative vitality and contemporary life-style by artistic activities and commercial services. a-zone also is the best tourist region in East.

As the largest creative market in Hualien and the east coast, various markets are set up around the grounds from Wednesday to Sunday for visitors to enjoy, and events are regularly held in the area.

The buildings along the western side of the property previously were warehouses and are now retail spaces for interesting goods such as rare Japanese-style cypress.

The buildings in the centre contain a Live House (previously a packing factory) for live band, concert, and art performances and the Wine Museum (previously a fermentation factory) where visitors can browse creative and historical wine-related goods.

The buildings along the eastern side are primarily exhibition zones.

The grounds contain a Japanese dormitory buildings constructed between 1928 and 1933 for employees of the factories. There are 13 independent cabins built in a traditional Japanese style.

At the front entrance near the circular intersection of Zhongzheng and Zhonghua Roads is a western restaurant with a unique architectural style consisting of a European theme on the ground level and Japanese traditional design and style on the 2ND floor. This building is the oldest in the complex. This is a wonderful place in Hualien city. It was built one hundred years ago, which is a brewery before. It has a big accommodation for guests to visit. In the big accommodation has many historic things , all of them have unique meaning. Outside the accommodation has many big squares. In the center of square has a big stage for someone who want to emerge themselves. I went to this amazing place with my friends , classmates and families on October. We took many pictures and had a good time there.I hope the place can always preserve for everyone from generation to generation. Not only the accommodation and the stage, there are also many famous views are waitings for you to visit in Hualien. Perfect place for parents to take kids there for a leisure walk. On the weekends, there will be street performances, too or a gallery. Local people's favorite cultural spot.

sed. Indoors there are several cafes and restaurants and a number of shops. While outdoors artists sell their hand made crafts. A good place to connect with history, art or just to relax in one of the cafes.

Oh yeah, its a great place to take photos and do people watching, but the old Japanese style buildings are unique and generally its great to capture time in time.

Downtown Hualien "Golden Triangle" next to the old railway pedestrian street

 There are at least 6 or 7 restaurants in town of the same chain.  The food was well presented and tasted as good as it looked! Real Parmiggiano cheese, real mozzarella, real salame, Parma Ham and so on.  The food came quickly and was very good.  It is a casual restaurant with a good selection of pizzas, pastas and other main Italian dishes. The staff speaks good English and service is good. Prices are very affordable.

 If you want a quick, easy meal that tastes good, is served with a smile and is reasonably priced, then choose Annie's. 

 The food area is closed with high glass windows. A/C keeps you comfortable on hot Beijing days. Not only pizza menu, but also a very selection of Italian meals from pasta to the meat and the fish. You can clearly see that this place has a European touch. The ingredients are authentic (as much as they can be) and the pizzas they make out of them are great. They also serve good italian beer at 100 RMB per 1 l bottle. They have a wide selection of "red" and "white" pizzas. I think the owner is originally from Napoli, the world centre for pizza making.

Located in The Ritz Carlton Financial Street this Italian Restaurant is best described with a word "excellent" 

It has a pleasant atmosphere and great service. The food is delicious and in contrast with the beautiful decor and ambience. Slightly overpriced steaks. However lovely pasta and entree menus. The wine selection is superb. The location is comfortable and spacious. It provides lots of space for people to mingle. The food there was pretty savory, with very healthy and fresh ingredients. Great service, delicious dishes, lovely staff, pleasant atmosphere. The seafood dishes in Cepe is a must-try!

Susu is a warm and lovely little Vietnamese restaurant with incredible pho, which we enjoyed with spring rolls and chili lemongrass chicken for lunch. They have a nice wine list as well and a pretty courtyard in the warm months.  A great, though hard to find location, with a fantastic roof terrace. The food is both authentic and sublime. The staff are of the highest professionalism and speak fluent English. Do try the nice fish dishes, they are wonderfully done. Very tasty!! Beware of the Vietnamese coffee however, unless you are a real fan. Do reserve in advance, as this place seems to have a lot of regulars.