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Yak hotpot in Shangri-La: drink the broth first, then dip the meat

Dukezong old town, Shangri-La

The meal most visitors rank first in Shangri-La. Yak meat and bones simmer into a rich broth; start with a bowl of the soup, then pull out the meat and dip it in dry chili powder before adding vegetables.

What locals sayMost posts rank it the top meal in Shangri-La, and it hits hardest after a cold day out.
Time
1–1.5 hours · dinner
In Chinese
牦牛肉火锅 独克宗
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Based on what locals and regular visitors share, checked against current sources · Updated September 2026. Details change — check opening times locally.