Who would have thought that I captured the poetic scene at Lugu Lake

"Drunk, I know not the sky in water clear; Dream-laden boat sails with starlight sheer." It wasn't until I visited Lugu Lake that I truly believed the ancient poets didn't lie. Choose a sunny day to wake up early and enjoy the breathtaking views of the entire Lugu Lake. At sunrise, take a pig-trough boat and glide through the morning mist and sunlight, watching the awakening water lilies and seagulls. Don't doubt the color of the lake—it's naturally blue without any editing. The water lilies wither in October, while the seagulls usually arrive around the same time. Each season has its unique beauty. The off-season for tourism in Yunnan is from September to April of the following year. If you visit during the off-season once, you'll never want to squeeze into the peak season again—the experience is truly amazing. Lugu Lake, a pristine and pure lake, is half in Yunnan and half in Sichuan. It's so beautiful that it feels like a fairyland—your phone can only capture one-tenth of its beauty. Clockwise Travel Route: Scenic Area Entrance → Grass Sea → Walking Marriage Bridge → Wuzhiluo (take a pig-trough boat to Princess Island) → Sichuan Lugu Lake Town → Goddess Bay → Sichuan Libai Lovers' Beach → Dazu Village → Luyuan Cliff & Xiaoluoshui Village → Lige Peninsula Viewing Platform → Lige Village → Yunnan Lovers' Beach → Dalushui Village → Complete the loop back to Lugu Lake Town or Mukua Village. For morning lake tours, go clockwise; for afternoon tours, go counterclockwise. This way, your photos will have good lighting without overexposure or shadows. Recommended Itinerary: Semi-Independent Tour: A two-day, one-night semi-independent tour. Lugu Lake is all about natural scenery, with a ring road connecting the attractions. After arranging tickets, hotels, and transportation, explore on your own and experience the authentic Mosuo walking marriage feast. Two-Day Lugu Lake Itinerary: D1: Lijiang → Eighteen Bends Viewing Platform → Lugu Lake → Bonfire Party → Hotel D2: Hotel → Lugu Lake Sunrise → Lovers' Beach → Lige Peninsula → Dalushui Viewing Platform → Lijiang Travel Tips: Motion sickness patches, oxygen bottles, and mosquito repellent are must-haves. Wear leggings or long pants when walking through grass to avoid leeches. The road from Lijiang to Lugu Lake has many winding mountain paths and poor conditions. If you're not a confident driver, avoid self-driving. Some local drivers may overcharge, so it's best to take the official tourist bus (tickets online: 80 RMB/person). During the off-season, there are plenty of homestays. Check the environment before booking, and don’t hesitate to negotiate for discounts—compare a few options. Lugu Lake