One of the 8 holy mountains of Tibetan Buddhism, the top destination for pilgrims. Especially in the year of sheep according to the Tibetan calendar since the Meili is sheep mountain. It is said that if you go Meili Kora (walking around a mountain for the purpose of pilgrimage) in the year of sheep, the merit you accumulated will be 13 times more than the normal years. And if it’s in the water sheep year, which is rotated every 60 years, the merit you get from Meili Kora will be 60 times more! 2027 will be the next year of sheep according to Tibetan calendar. So, be prepared to go Meili to see the spectacle scenery!
Kawagarbo (Khawa Karpo or Kawa Garbo) is the main peak of Meili snow mountain with the altitude of 6740 meters above sea level, which has not been conquered by human beings. It has been claimed that any future climbing attempt will not be allowed for the considerations of respecting local culture and religion since 2000. So climbing to the summit could only be a dream.
Features
Chinese Name: 梅里雪山
Location: About 166 kilometers away from Shangri-La.
Time needed: 1-2 days
Travel Information
Best time for visiting:
Spring (March-May): Spring is the season for all things to recover, and it is also the time when Meili Snow Mountain begins to enter the tourist season. This season, the weather of Meili Snow Mountain is relatively stable, less precipitation, is a good time to enjoy the beauty of the snow mountain.
Autumn (September - November): Autumn is one of the most beautiful seasons of Meili Snow Mountain, the weather is stable, less precipitation, less clouds, high visibility, is the best time to enjoy the beauty of snow mountain.
Opening Tim：8：00- 16：00
Sevice Number: 0887-8412666
Admission fee: 55 yuan per person
