Lijiang Morning: Yulong Snow Mountain and Wild Encounters

Introduction

On our first morning in Lijiang, Yunnan, the majestic Yulong Snow Mountain greeted us as we enjoyed breakfast at the hotel. The crisp air and stunning panoramic views set a serene backdrop for the day. I eagerly captured several images, keen to document the natural beauty surrounding us.

The early sunlight illuminated the landscape, creating beautiful interplay of sunlight and shade. The verdant surroundings were alive with various shades of green and yellow, especially visible in the close-up shots of a leaf and the overall natural landscape.

Later, we encountered the graceful black swans by the lake, their elegant beaks dipping into the water. These beautiful birds, along with other local wildlife, added to the charm of the morning.

Our journey continued as we encountered adorable goats with their distinctive snouts, and then a group of camelids, including llamas and alpacas, grazing peacefully in the grass. Their gentle presence against the backdrop of the terrestrial animal habitat was truly captivating. We also spotted a Shetland pony, adding to the delightful array of animals we met. The day was a perfect blend of breathtaking landscapes and charming encounters with nature.

Gears & Settings

Gears & Settings

Figures

Camera

Sony A6700

Lens

Sigma 56mm F1.4 Prime Lens

Creative Style

FL

Date

13 September 2025

Location

Lijiang, Yunnan

Photos

Sunlight, Shade, Daylighting.#: 1 | SS: 1/200s | ISO: 100 | F: 5.6 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Leaf, Green, Yellow.#: 2 | SS: 1/1000s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Green, Nature, Natural landscape.#: 3 | SS: 1/1000s | ISO: 100 | F: 5.6 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm

Beak, Bird, Lake.#: 4 | SS: 1/1250s | ISO: 100 | F: 5.6 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Nature, Bird, Beak.#: 5 | SS: 1/1600s | ISO: 100 | F: 5.6 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Bird, Black swan, Beak.#: 6 | SS: 1/500s | ISO: 100 | F: 5.6 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Bird, Black swan, Swans.#: 7 | SS: 1/400s | ISO: 100 | F: 5.6 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Green, Nature, Natural landscape.#: 8 | SS: 1/1600s | ISO: 100 | F: 5.6 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Flower, Petal, Pink.#: 9 | SS: 1/3200s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.3 | FL35: 84mm

Bird, Black swan, Beak.#: 10 | SS: 1/320s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.7 | FL35: 84mm

Flower, Petal, Yellow.#: 11 | SS: 1/1000s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm

Goats, Goat, Snout.#: 12 | SS: 1/1600s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Camelids, Llama, Alpaca.#: 13 | SS: 1/1600s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Camelids, Llama, Alpaca.#: 14 | SS: 1/2000s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Camelids, Llama, Alpaca.#: 15 | SS: 1/2000s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Grass, Camelids, Terrestrial animal.#: 16 | SS: 1/1600s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm

Camelids, Llama, Alpaca.#: 17 | SS: 1/1000s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Camelids, Llama, Alpaca.#: 18 | SS: 1/2500s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm

Pony, Shetland pony, Horse.#: 19 | SS: 1/2500s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -1.0 | FL35: 84mm

Grass, Green, Grassland.#: 20 | SS: 1/1000s | ISO: 100 | F: 4.0 | +/-: -0.7 | FL35: 84mm

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