In southwest China's Yunnan Province, Yulong Snow Mountain rises in a sweeping chain of 13 peaks. The main peak, Shanzidou, soars to 5,596 meters. Glaciers, snowfields and alpine lakes glisten under the sun, while forests and meadows change with the altitude. Often called the "Black and White Snow Mountain" for its striking contrast of dark rock and pure snow, it has long been revered as a sacred place by local communities. Today, it is celebrated both as a natural wonder and for the striking physiognomy that attracts people around the world.