Stunning scenery of spring water terraces in Shangri-La, SW China's Yunnan

Stunning scenery of spring water terraces in Shangri-La, SW China's Yunnan

Source：(People's Daily Online) 11:33, August 21, 2024

Photo shows the stunning scenery of the Baishuitai scenic spot in Baidi village, Sanba town, Shangri-La city, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Yunnan Province. (Photo courtesy of the media convergence center of Shangri-La)

The Baishuitai, which translates to white water terrace, scenic spot covers an area of around 3 square kilometers in Baidi village, Sanba town, Shangri-La city, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Yunnan Province. It is a natural wonder formed by calcium carbonate dissolving in spring water.

The pools within the terrace are crystal clear, presenting a fantastic blue color, shimmering like jade and as blue as a gemstone. As the light and shadows of the sky change, the scenery also transforms.

Photo shows the stunning scenery of the Baishuitai scenic spot in Baidi village, Sanba town, Shangri-La city, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Yunnan Province. (Photo courtesy of the media convergence center of Shangri-La)

Baishuitai is about 100 kilometers from downtown Shangri-La. Its beautiful scenery attracts tourists from far and wide.

Photo shows an aerial view of the Baishuitai scenic spot in Baidi village, Sanba town, Shangri-La city, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Yunnan Province. (Photo courtesy of the media convergence center of Shangri-La)

Baishuitai is also renowned for its rich historical and cultural ambiance. The surrounding traditional villages offer a wide array of cultural heritage items, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the distinctive charm of the region.

Tourists go sightseeing at the Baishuitai scenic spot in Baidi village, Sanba town, Shangri-La city, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, southwest China's Yunnan Province. (Photo courtesy of Baishuitai scenic spot)