There are many scenic spots in Shangri-La. It would be better if you can charter a car and go to Deqin. You can go to the Meili Snow Mountain. Dali can only surround the lake, and there are many traces of new construction in the ancient city. It feels average, and it is only suitable for squatting in a few characteristic homestays.
The altitude of Shangri-La will be higher, and the cultural and natural landscapes are richer. Dali mainly goes to Erhai Lake and the ancient city, and the pace is slower. In fact, they are all worth going. If you mainly want to see snow-capped mountains, go to Shangri-La, and if you want to see Erhai Lake, go to Dali.
I like Shangri-La, the empty and uninhabited ancient city, the naive little yak<br/>recommended accommodation, Liubai Viewing Inn, also known as "Lubai" Inn. ——"Qingqing Liuli, Lulu Baixue", looking at Jade Dragon Snow Mountain from afar. The inn is ancient, with green plants and white tiles, surrounded by flowers. It is located in the ancient city of Lijiang, a world cultural heritage, more than 100 years ago! The inn is adjacent to the Muwang Mansion, which not only conveys the nobility of the southern Wangfu, but also maintains the tranquility of the small bridge and flowing water. The inn has a super-large viewing platform. You can see the whole view of the ancient city by opening the window in the morning. At night, you can drink and chat with friends you met on the trip on the viewing platform, and watch the stars. It is invincible, comfortable and romantic. The room is clean and comfortable, and very poetic and simple, full marks for the experience! Go to the lively bar street and go to Sifang Street to watch the bonfire and dance with the local Naxi people.
My mother's Shangri-La's, my father's Dali's, let me help you answer this question. Shangri-La is a Tibetan area, and Dali is a Bai area. The two styles are completely different! <br/>Shangri-La is colder, Dali is warmer, see what you like! <br/>Shangri-La has a strong singing and dancing culture, and Dali food is delicious! <br/>Shangri-La has snow-capped mountains, and Dali has Erhai Lake!