Three Parallel Rivers of Yunnan Protected Areas is a UNESCO world natural heritage spanning northwest Yunnan with three major rivers, Jinsha, Lancang and Nujiang, surging side by side through deep valleys without converging. Stretching hundreds of kilometers, the land boasts lofty snow peaks, steep gorges, alpine wetlands and primeval forests. Vast altitude differences create diverse climates and landscapes.

This area shelters abundant rare plants and wild animals, ranking among the globe's richest biodiversity regions. It also inhabits multiple ethnic groups. The stunning natural scenery and diverse folk customs jointly form an unparalleled natural and cultural wonderland.