I thought Erhai Lake was the most beautiful place in Yunnan until I came here.

Lugu Lake, known as the "Pearl of the Plateau," is located on the border of Ninglang County, Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, and Sichuan Province. It is surrounded by clear waters and mountains, creating a picturesque landscape. In early winter, the morning mist shrouds Lugu Lake at sunrise, and the rising sun is dazzling. 💐 The morning mist, grass sea, and lake are all bathed in golden sunlight, creating a beautiful and spectacular scene that is like a dream, forming a beautiful picture! 🗺️ I would call it a fairyland. Lugu Lake is also home to the Mosuo people, who still practice the "walking marriage" custom. You can experience the unique matriarchal culture and ethnic customs here. 🏂 For those planning to visit Lugu Lake, we have the following suggestions: ✈️ Transportation: You can choose to travel to Lugu Lake by car from Lijiang or Kunming. It takes about 4 hours from Lijiang and about 10 hours from Kunming. 🏨 Accommodation: We recommend staying at a guesthouse or hotel by Lugu Lake, so you can easily enjoy the lake view and experience Mosuo culture. ⛳️ Attractions: There are many attractions worth visiting around Lugu Lake, such as Lige Peninsula, Grass Sea, and Goddess Bay. You can take a boat tour of Lugu Lake to see the islands and Mosuo people's water homes, and visit Mosuo families to learn about their lifestyle and matriarchal culture. 🕐 Travel time: The best time to visit Lugu Lake is from March to November, when the weather is pleasant and the scenery is beautiful. Lugu Lake in winter also has its unique charm, especially the beautiful scenery of seagulls resting and distant mountains shrouded in fog. We hope this information helps you, and wish you a pleasant trip! 🥰