Closest to "Heaven," I Encountered LUX* in Shangri-La!

Perched high in the ancient town of Dukezong, Shangri-La LUX* overlooks Pudacuo National Park to the east and faces Shika Snow Mountain to the west, adjacent to the Napahai Wetland Reserve. A short walk takes you to the 1,300-year-old Dukezong Ancient Town. On clear mornings, the town glows with transparency, and the distant mountain peaks appear as delicate as a baby's first hair. Sunset cocktails 🍹 on the hotel's outdoor terrace offer breathtaking views of the ancient town (and if you're lucky, you might witness the golden glow of the sunlit mountains). The hotel's 18 guestrooms are nestled into the mountainside in a cascading layout. French philosopher Gaston Bachelard once said, "Our house is our corner of the world... it is our first universe." In Shangri-La, the place closest to "heaven," Shangri-La LUX* might just be our most direct tool to face the cosmos. The architectural style of Shangri-La LUX* draws inspiration from the sloping roofs of local Tibetan dwellings, blending them with modern minimalist design to create a series of townhouse-style buildings adapted to the plateau's geography and climate. The exterior walls and sloping roofs are made of rammed earth, while the façade is painted white with a local clay-based coating (white symbolizes auspiciousness, purity, loyalty, and integrity in Tibetan culture). Nearly every room at Shangri-La LUX* offers mountain views and glimpses of Dukezong Ancient Town. The spacious rooms (all equipped with oxygen supply) feature LUX*'s signature coffee, a well-stocked minibar, and complimentary water. Unique wall hangings, distinctive artwork, and thoughtful turndown gifts all reflect the exclusive charm and culture of Shangri-La. (Absolutely love it!) Breakfast at Shangri-La LUX* is my favorite part (feeling like owning this mountain range ⛰️). The morning sunlight is abundant and beautiful, streaming onto fresh fruits, rice noodles, and coffee—pure bliss (exactly what a resort should be).