Introduction to Lugu Lake
Lugu Lake is located at the border of Yanyuan County in Sichuan Province and Ninglang County in Yunnan Province, China. It is a shared lake between Sichuan Province and Yunnan Province. Its geographical coordinates are 100 ° 45 ′ -100 ° 51 ′ E longitude and 27 ° 41 ′ -27 ° 45 ′ N latitude. The lake surface is horseshoe shaped, with an altitude of 2690 meters and an area of approximately 58.8 square kilometers. The average depth is over 40 meters, and the deepest point reaches 93 meters. It is the third deepest freshwater lake in China
Lugu Lake attracts numerous tourists with its unique charm. The lake water here is crystal clear, with a visibility of 12 meters. The overall water quality meets the national Class I standard for surface water, making it one of the clearest high-altitude deep-water lakes in China. There are seven limestone islands in the lake, with curved lakeshores surrounded by mountains. The lakeshore has many peninsulas and bays, and there are triangular cliffs and U-shaped glacial valleys around the lake. The natural landscape of Lugu Lake is rich and diverse, with two parts: "Bright Sea" and "Grass Sea". Caohai is located in the southeast of Lugu Lake. Due to long-term sedimentation, the lake is relatively shallow and has dense grasslands. Every early summer, the ten thousand acres of grass sea is fresh and lush with greenery, and the wedding bridge spans over it, known as the "number one love magpie bridge in the world". The visibility of some lakes in Lianghai is high, with attractions such as Lige Peninsula, Lugu Lake Gem Goddess Mountain, Luowa Peninsula, and Dazu Lover's BeachLugu Lake not only has beautiful mountain and water scenery, but also a unique Mosuo style. The Mosuo people, who have lived by the shores of Lugu Lake for generations, maintain the tradition of "matrilineal big families" and walking marriages, and are known as the world's only matrilineal tribe and the "living fossil" of human society, known as the "Eastern Daughter Country". This unique cultural custom adds a mysterious color to Lugu Lake, making it a tourist destination that attracts visitors from all over the world to explore and experienceII. Recommended Tour Routes (I) The first day of a two-day tour starts from the ancient city of the Old Town of Lijiang, all the way through Dadong Township, Ahai Power Station, Cuiyi Township, and finally arrives at Lugu Lake. Firstly, arrive at the Lugu Lake Observation Deck, where you can overlook the magnificent scenery of the entire Lugu Lake. The lake shimmers with charming light in the sunlight, surrounded by mountains, like a stunning landscape painting. Continuing on the journey around the Great Lake, we enjoyed the scenery of the lake and mountains from different angles along the way. The walking wedding bridge spans over a sea of grass, with a total length of over 300 meters made of wood. Walking across the entire bridge, one can experience the romantic traditions of the Mosuo people. The view of Caohai is even more enchanting, with green reeds swaying in the wind, as if one were in a fairy tale world. Xiaoluoshui afternoon tea is rich and diverse, with a strong aroma of butter tea and a mellow taste of Sulima wine. The plateau potatoes, Mosuo Baba, and plateau specialty roasted chicken leave an endless aftertaste. The dinner of the Mosuo people at the wedding banquet was even more sumptuous, enjoying the local specialty cuisine and feeling the warmth and hospitality of the Mosuo people. The evening Mosuo people's bonfire party was extremely lively, with everyone dancing and singing around the bonfire, immersed in a joyful atmosphere. Finally, stay in a Mosuo themed room and experience the unique ethnic customs(II) Four day tour
On the first day, after arriving at Lugu Lake, the first thing to do is to go to Daliaoshui Village. This is the earliest developed village on Lugu Lake, which is relatively prosperous, with convenient transportation and many restaurants. Continuing on to Rigg Island, which is surrounded by water on three sides and boasts beautiful scenery, it is a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Yongning Hot Springs is a great place to relax and unwind, where you can soak in hot springs to relieve fatigue during your travels On the the fourth day, you can get up early to spend more time by the lake, take some good photos, and then end your trip to Lugu Lake Starting from Daliaoshui Village, you can wake up early to watch the sunrise and see the sun rise from the lake surface. The entire Lugu Lake is dyed golden yellow, very beautiful. Walking along the lake, it is not difficult to find a small path where you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of different villages along the way, each with its own characteristics. Arriving at Lige Island, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lige Peninsula, surrounded by water on three sides and backed by Goddess Mountain, like a pearl embedded in Lugu Lake. Next, head to Xiaoliushui Village, which is located at the junction of Yunnan and Sichuan provinces and is one of the oldest villages of the Mosuo ethnic group. You can experience the original Mosuo ethnic customs. Continue on and reach places such as Dazui Village, Zuosoo, Caohai Bridge (Lover's Bridge), Sanjia Village, and finally return to Dalishui Village. During the hiking process, you can chat with the villagers and learn about the life of the Mosuo people. The villagers are very simple and enthusiastic. Depending on individual physical strength, if unable to cope, one can choose to take a pig trap boat directly back to Daliaoshui Village Starting from Lige Island, you can soon reach the observation deck where you can enjoy the panoramic view of Lugu Lake. The lake water is sparkling in the sunshine, and the surrounding mountains are undulating, making you intoxicated. Continuing along the road, you can see many Mosuo villages along the way and also pass by the Naxi Sutra Hall. Arriving at Nise Village, you can enjoy the romantic beauty of the Lover Tree by the lake. Continue forward, passing through places such as Xiaoliushui Village, Luyuan Cliff, Dazui Village, and Aokua. If you have sufficient physical strength, you can continue cycling to Zhongwa. The beautiful scenery along the way will definitely sweep away the fatigue of cycling The Lugu Lake area is mainly inhabited by the Mosuo people, who have unique culture and customs. When visiting the Mosuo family, when entering the grandmother's house, you should bow your head and step in without stepping on the threshold, and avoid looking around. The hearth is the center of Mosuo family life, and it is forbidden to use profanity near the hearth, especially when it comes to topics related to marriage and sex; Do not step on the edge or inside the fire pit with your feet; Do not spit into the fire pit, and do not randomly stir the firewood in the fire pit; When walking by the fire pit, if someone is sitting by the fire pit, you should detour from behind and not cross from the front. You cannot whistle at home or outside at night. When encountering lamas or elderly people on the road, regardless of whether riding or cycling, one should voluntarily dismount or get off the horse and move to the bottom of the road to show respect. When passing by Manidui, you need to detour clockwise. Chopsticks cannot be inserted into bowls filled with rice at the dining table The surface of Lugu Lake is 2690 meters above sea level, belonging to a high-altitude area with variable climate, large temperature difference between morning and evening, and strong ultraviolet radiation. Every season brings different scenery, and friends who come in spring and summer should prepare rain gear, because as we enter the rainy season, the sky here is like a child's face, changing at will. The rainy season runs from June to August. In autumn and winter, it is suitable to wear sweaters and down jackets, as well as a pair of anti slip hiking shoes. Tourists need to prepare in advance to cope with high-altitude climate, pay attention to warmth and sun protection The overall water quality of Lugu Lake maintains the national Class I standard for surface water, and protecting water sources is crucial. Tourists should remember not to swim freely by the lake. Washing vegetables by the lake is allowed, but the use of chemical substances such as laundry detergent and soap is prohibited. Self driving friends should remember not to wash their cars by the lake. The local government has also taken a series of measures to protect Lugu Lake, such as ecological relocation, lake chief system, lake closure and fishing ban, and construction of sewage collection pipelines. Tourists should also actively cooperate to jointly protect the clear water of this lake Lijiang Lugu Lake Scenic Area Traffic Guide reminds tourists that the road around the lake in the scenic area has many bends and narrow roads, and faces water and cliffs. Please pay attention to the distance between vehicles, drive in a civilized manner, and park in a standardized manner. Do not occupy the road and park in the opposite direction. At the same time, attention should be paid to the regulations on vehicle parking bans and speed limits in some sections of the Lugu Lake scenic area. Starting from 00:00 on December 20, 2020, the toll station of the old scenic area - Haimen - Muzhi - Luguhu Town Street - Mucai - Luyuanya - Sichuan Yunnan border (bronze statue) and other sections have been added as prohibited parking sections; The speed limit for Zhaojiawan (Bird Jue Road section in Mucai Village) in Luguhu Town Street is 60 kilometers per hour. Tourists should abide by traffic rules to ensure their own and others' safety Pork Fat Meat: Mosuo people call pork fat meat a "treasure house" and the production process is exquisite. After slaughtering the pig, the internal organs are removed, bones are removed, seasonings are applied, and hemp thread is sewn together. Then, heavy objects are flattened and dried in the sun or shade to form a pipa shape, also known as "pipa meat". Pig fat meat is a symbol of family wealth, and can be eaten in various ways such as boiling, stir frying, and steaming. After cooking, it is golden and oily, fat but not greasy, smooth and refreshing Tuotuo Meat: A unique flavor meat of the Yi ethnic group in Daliangshan and Xiaoliangshan, similar to the "hand roasted lamb" in Xinjiang. It is made of fresh and fat pork, beef and mutton, and served with pickled dry pickled Chinese cabbage soup. The meat is large, fresh, pure and nutritious Grilled dried fish: Select the local Ba fish from Lugu Lake, cut open the fish to remove its internal organs, sprinkle salt, Sichuan peppercorns, and five spice powder, and slowly dry it on a fire pit or in an iron pot. When eating, dry fish can be roasted over charcoal or fried in clear oil to make it crispy, delicious, and nutritious. It used to be used by the caravan to exchange goods with merchants from other places Pig Blood Intestine: In Mosuo language, Habu is a dish made by adding pig blood, chive roots, scallions, ginger, garlic, salt, yellow fruit peel powder, spices, and aged vegetable oil to semi cooked rice. It is then filled into the pig's large intestine, rolled into a circle, and steamed until cooked. When eaten, cut into slices and deep fried, it can be used as a complement to wine or tea, with a delicious taste Bitter buckwheat cake: The Xiaoliangshan area is rich in bitter buckwheat, which is considered the king of the five grains in the hearts of the Yi people. Buckwheat cakes made from fire ash will not spoil after being stored for ten and a half days. When eating, dip in honey and have a refreshing taste with a lingering aftertaste<115. It can be eaten raw, fried or boiled into Hot and sour soup, which tastes fresh and refreshing. When eating, first check the color of the garlic at the mouth of the jar. If the garlic is black, it indicates that it is not edible Flower Sugar: Mosuo people stir fry indica rice, corn, oats, soybeans, rice, crispy hemp and other materials in an iron pot, then mix them with green pear, malt, and corn kernels to form maltose, which is then pressed and cut into blocks for consumption. It is used to add Sulima wine and has a unique flavor<123. The longer the soaking time, the better the taste Sulima Wine: A low alcohol fine wine brewed by traditional Mosuo techniques, which is made by mixing and fermenting various grains such as barley, barley, wheat, buckwheat, barnyard grass, corn, and millet. It is a great choice for Mosuo families to welcome guests, with a slightly orange color, low alcohol content, mellow taste, and rich amino acids, vitamins, and carbohydrates. It is known as "Mosuo beer". Drinking Sulima wine regularly can invigorate the spleen, stimulate appetite, and increase appetite Dang Dang Jiu: In Mosuo language, it is called "Bu Ri" or "An Er Ji". First, mix and cook corn, barley, millet, etc., add yeast to ferment, then put it in a bottle and cover it tightly. Heat and steam it in a pot. When steaming, put a large bowl in the bottle, fill it up and pour it into the bottle or jar to cool. The taste is smooth, about 32-37 degrees, but the aftertaste of the wine is strong Taste of Lugu Lake Restaurant: The restaurant environment is beautiful, upscale, and the staff are friendly and polite. The specialty dishes are rich and diverse, and are deeply loved by tourists As the earliest developed village in Lugu Lake, Daliaoshui Village has very convenient transportation and living. There are many hotels and inns to choose from here, such as Mosuo Shuyuan Inn (Dashuicun Branch). Enter the mysterious daughter country and stay at the boutique homestay built and operated by the Mosuo family - "Mosuo Shuyuan"! The beautiful and mysterious Lugu Lake is as picturesque as a poem, and Mosuo Shuyuan is located in the excellent scenery of Dalishui Village on the shore of Lugu Lake. The hotel covers an area of approximately 4000 square meters, with over 1000 square meters of private gardens, independent courtyards, and free parking. More than 30 guest rooms are carefully arranged, with over 8 room types to choose from, allowing each room to have different views. 21 lake view rooms and 10 mountain view rooms, providing personalized needs in multiple room types; The whole house is intelligent, and all guest rooms are equipped with intelligent guest control, speakers, air conditioning, wall heating, high-end facilities, and comfortable amenities. There is also the San Color Cloud River (Lugu Lake Da Luoshui Store), with a prime location and lively surroundings, making it convenient for dining, shopping, and more. The hotel offers a variety of room types to choose from, with exquisitely decorated interiors that are full of local ethnic characteristics and equipped with modern facilities. All lake view rooms are equipped with independent observation balconies with a 180 degree viewing effect, as if living on the lake. The misty Grimm Goddess Mountain is within reach, and the vegetation by the lake and the reflection of the sky will become magnificent backgrounds for guests during their stay Lige Peninsula is relatively quiet, with high-end hotels and inns that offer beautiful lake views. The Lugu Lake Lige Peninsula Inn is the only inn owned by Mosuo people located on the Lugu Lake Lige Peninsula. Here, you can learn and appreciate the mysterious Mosuo culture. The unique geographical location of the inn, with two sides facing the lake, a courtyard style Mosuo courtyard, and a lake view room with super large floor to ceiling glass and zero distance from the lake, catches your eye with the scenery of the lake, mountains, stars, and moon. The lake murmurs softly, kissing the shore lightly, as if it were in heaven and earth. Lugu Lake Liuyue Lehaiju Resort Hotel (Lige Peninsula Branch) is located on the mysterious peninsula of Lugu Lake by the water - Lige Peninsula. In the morning, the Lige Peninsula is very mysterious, surrounded by morning mist, and appears faintly from outside the island, like a fairyland. The small courtyard is very beautiful, with various flowers and succulents planted everywhere. The fragrance of wisteria is extremely strong, and the ubiquitous rattan chairs, lazy sofas, and swings provide ample options for artistic and fresh people to daydream! The room decoration style features a simple and rustic Mosuo original ecological style, with natural wood, bamboo, and old folk items. It is clean and hygienic, and has a high cost performance ratio Goddess Bay is quiet and has high-end hotels and inns, making it a great place to watch the sunrise. There is Lugu Lake here(III) One day hiking tour around the lake
(4) One day bike ride tour
III. Precautions
(1) Respect local cultural customs
(II) Adaptation to high-altitude climate
(III) Protecting Water Sources
(IV) Comply with Traffic Rules
IV. Food Recommendations
(1) Featured Dishes
(II) Restaurant Recommendations
V. Ticket Prices and Transportation Guide
(1) Ticket Prices
(II) Transportation Guide
VI. Accommodation Recommendations
(1) Daliaoshui Village
(II) Lige Peninsula
(III) Goddess Bay