Lugu Lake Scenic Area

Lugu Lake Scenic Area is located on the border between Yunnan and Sichuan, at an elevation of approximately 2,685m. Known as the “Pearl of the Plateau,” it boasts enchanting scenery and pristine local customs.Highlights OverviewLugu Lake Scenic Area is surrounded by green mountains, with a winding and graceful shoreline. Along the lake, there are 17 beaches and 14 bays. Scattered across the lake are 5 islands, 3 peninsulas, and 1 causeway-connected island. Among them,Liwubi Island, Xiwae Island, and Lige Island are collectively known as the “Three Fairy Islands” of Lugu Lake Scenic Area.From June to August each year, the lake is adorned with blooming water snowflakes. These pristine white flowers, scattered like stars across the water’s surface, sway delicately with every breeze, creating an enchanting scene reminiscent of a fairyland on earth.There are many villages along the lake, with the more developed ones offering food and accommodation being mainlyDaluoshui VillageHeli Village.Daluoshui VillageLocated on the southwest shore of Lugu Lake Scenic Area, it is one of the earliest developed villages by the lake, where the round-trip shuttle buses from Lijiang stop. Lige Island and Lige Village on the northwest shore have become popular tourist hubs in recent years. On the northern shore lie Nise Village, Xiaoluoshui, and Dazui Village, which are quieter with fewer visitors. Further east enters Sichuan Province, where the Grass Sea and the Princess’s Former Residence on the southeastern shore are also worth a visit.