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5 STAR LUXURY RESORT • 32 SUITES & LODGES Opened in 2005... At 3,600 meters above sea level, the setting of Ringha is spectacular with day trips and overnight excursions taking guests to divine mountain peaks, awe–inspiring ridges, deep canyons, torrential rivers, endless valleys and the most tranquil of lakes. Ringha's architecture reflects the local Tibetan culture. All two–bedroom lodges are traditional Tibetan farmhouses that have been painstakingly re–built and feature intricate woodcarvings, cosy fireplaces and wooden balconies that have valley or river views. Savor the rustic charm of the one-bedroom Tibetan Suite, which blends the comfortable setting of a Tibetan cottage in the countryside with contemporary furnishings. Admire the scenery from the private terrace or indulge in a rejuvenating bath in the handcrafted wooden hot tub of the bathroom. Llamo Restaurant sets the stage for dining in a congenial atmosphere with a variety of Chinese and Western set meals. Take in the goodness of special spa treatments that have been inspired by sacred Himalayan beliefs, Chinese Tui Na and the ancient Chinese Five Elements philosophy. HOTEL RESERVATIONS | BOOK FLIGHTS ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS Tibetan Lodge - In true Banyan Tree style, Ringha's architecture evokes a sense of place and reflects the local Tibetan culture. All lodges are traditional Tibetan farmhouses that have been painstakingly re-built and feature intricate woodcarvings, smoky fireplaces and wooden balconies that have valley or river views. Impressive pine pillars add enormous character to the two-bedroom house. Tibetan Suite - Savor the rustic charm of the one-bedroom Tibetan Suite, which blends the cozy setting of a Tibetan cottage in the countryside with contemporary colors and furnishings. It's the perfect retreat after a day of cultural and spiritual discovery. You can admire the scenery from your private terrace or indulge in a rejuvenating bath in the handcrafted wooden hot tub of the bathroom. AMENITIES The luxury resort chain has bought traditional Tibetan wooden houses, which are constructed by meticulously piling logs on top of one another, and converted them into 20 luxuriously designed double-storey rooms, a lobby, restaurant and bar. DINING Llamo Restaurant - Llamo refers to a place where the main activities are held, somewhat like a courtyard where Tibetans gather for opera, plays, festivals. Located on the ground floor. All day dinning menu. Serves local Tibetan/Western cuisine. Jakhang Lobby Lounge - Jakhang literally means Tea House in Tibetan. - Lobby lounge with fireplace with blazing warm fire and located at lobby/library area. Choice of traditional Chinese brew including wide array of leaves, buds and brews. Samsara Bar - Traditionally, Samsara is depicted as having six realms (hence the wheel of Samsara) - the heavens, the world of the asuras, the human world, animal existence, the hungry ghost world and the hells. The main objective of Buddhism is to complete the wheel of samsara, and reach the peace of nirvana. Located on the upper floor. Serves hot pots, steamboats and heavy snacks ACTIVITIES Banyan Tree Spa - 3 double treatment rooms, 2 Deluxe treatment rooms with spa bath and shower, Common steam rooms with shower facilities, Handcrafted wooden tub. Fishing nearby Hiking Horseback Riding Excursions Cultural Visits LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Great Rivers National Park - The Chinese government has designated 66,000 sq km of land as China's first world-class nature preserve. The Great Rivers National Park will be four times the size of Yellowstone National Park in USA, with boundaries from Burma in the west to Sichuan to the east, and from the first bend of the Yangtze to the Central Tibet border. The park embraces the Yangtze, Mekong, Salween and Irrawady rivers and numerous distinct ethnic areas. Mountain landscapes - The limestone and granite terrain of the Mekong climbs upwards to the lush forests of the Salween and onwards to the high mountain ranges of the Yangtze. This is a perfect region for relaxed nature walks, botanical exploration, pony treks, and more serious trekking. Expect to see spectacular mountain lakes, rhododendrons and forests, hot springs, gorges and karst terraces, are of which are common features of this unique environment. Bita Lake Nature Preserve is 3,540m above sea level and a lovely place for horseback riding. The hiking around the lake is accessible to the average walker, and the surrounding woods reveal long strands of moss hanging from the trees and wildflowers sprouting up in the most surprising places. The White Water Limestone Terrace forms the second largest natural terrace of its kind in the world. The valley is covered with red and pink wildflowers in the autumn and is a local pilgrimage site in March. Napha Lake Nature Preserve is a lake from July to September and an enormous meadow during the rest of the year. The surrounding hills are covered with a carpet of wild flowers in May and June. During the winter months, the rare black-neck crane makes the nature preserve its home. GETTING THERE Hotel Address: Hong Po Village, Jian Tang Town, Shangri-la County, Di Qing State, Yunnan Province, China. Airport: Kunming Int'l Airport; followed by an internal 40-minute flight to Diqing Airport in Shangri-La. (Diqing Airport has weekly flights to Lhasa, Tibet.) Transportation: The hotel is half an hour by car from Diqing Airport. HOTEL RESERVATIONS | BOOK FLIGHTS |
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