4A Tourism Area
Dukezong Ancient City
香格里拉独克宗古城
Yunnan, Diqing★ 4.5·24.8533°N, 102.6410°E
Ticket Price
CNY 120 (peak season), CNY 80 (off-season)
Duration
3-5 hours
Rating
4.5 / 5.0
About Dukezong Ancient City
This cultural ancient town in Yunnan showcases centuries of history through its architecture and traditions.
Highlights
• 1,300-year-old Tibetan town with the world's largest prayer wheel. • Stone lanes, yak-butter tea houses and a restored square. • Gateway feel of historic Shangri-La.
Suggested Route
Enter, see the giant prayer wheel on Turtle Hill, then the old lanes and temples, then the museum; 2-3 h.
Food & Lodging
Tibetan hotpot, yak yogurt and butter tea. Many guesthouses and inns.
Facilities
Parking outside, restrooms, partial wheelchair access (cobbles), an info center and a shuttle.
Travel Tips
古城所在香格里拉海拔约3300米，属高原湿润气候，早晚温差大，无论哪个季节前往香格里拉，都应该备有防寒外套。
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Opening Hours
Open all day (individual sites 08:00-17:00)
Getting There
Shangri-La town; Shangri-La Railway Station ~5 km; Diqing Shangri-La Airport ~5 km; walk/bus.
Reservation
Free entry to the ancient city; no reservation required.
Ticket Price
CNY 120 (peak season), CNY 80 (off-season)
Address
Diqingzhouxianggelila City Kangzhu Avenue
