China Yunnan Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Tiger Leaping Gorge
A dramatic river canyon in Yunnan, China, renowned for its steep gorges and one of the deepest gorges in the world, with a powerful river.
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Considered one of China’s best hikes, and far easier than the name suggests (no tiger-like agility required here), Tiger Leaping Gorge lies between Lijiang and Shangri-La in Yunnan Province. The gorge itself measures 16km and once at the top, offers a stunning view of the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain and the Jinsha river canyon that flows into Shangri-la. Despite being a famous hike, it’s generally unpopular with locals, so chances are you’ll have this stunning trail all to yourself. You can catch a bus from Lijiang and there are Tibetan style guesthouses and cafes on the mountain to break up the hike and stay overnight. In total, the trek takes about six hours (or 8 hours depending on fast you are) and the distance is 17km. The views are majestic, making it well worth your energy to conquer this beast.
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