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It is as flat as a mirror, hence its name. This is a good place to see the reflection of Jiuzhaigou. In the early morning, the blue sky and white clouds, the distant mountains and nearby trees, and the seabed are all reflected.
On a sunny and windless day, the water surface is as smooth as a mirror, and the scenery is reproduced in the water without any distortion.
There are many giant trees 20-30 meters long in the Mirror Sea, half floating and half sinking in the water. Among them, the tops of two giant trees are half exposed, standing tall and graceful in the center of the lake like bonsai.
The best time to enjoy the Mirror Sea is before 09:00 in the morning and 17:00 in the afternoon on a clear day.
Attraction Location: Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, Aba Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China (中国四川省阿坝藏族羌族自治州九寨沟)
History: Mirror Lake (镜海) is one of Jiuzhaigou's most famous lakes, renowned for its exceptionally clear water that perfectly reflects surrounding mountains, forests, and skies. The lake has been a natural landmark for centuries and is an important feature in local Tibetan legends and cultural stories, symbolizing purity and tranquility.
Architecture / Natural Features: The lake is relatively shallow and stretches over a wide area, creating a large reflective surface. Surrounded by dense forests and snow-capped peaks, the calm water acts as a natural mirror. Wooden walkways and small viewing platforms allow visitors to walk around the lake and appreciate the reflections.
Cultural Value: Mirror Lake is closely tied to Tibetan spiritual beliefs, often considered a sacred place for meditation and reflection. It is frequently depicted in photography, painting, and postcards as a symbol of Jiuzhaigou's serene natural beauty.
Other Information: Mirror Lake is particularly famous during calm weather, early morning, or late afternoon, when the reflection effect is most vivid. Autumn brings colorful foliage that enhances its visual appeal.
Opening Hours: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Ticket Price: Adults: 310 RMB (April–November)
Adults: 160 RMB (December–March)
Children / Seniors / Students: Discounted rates per Jiuzhaigou policy
Best Photo Spots: Main viewing platform by the lakeshore
Across the boardwalk for full reflection shots
Early morning for misty mirror effects
Time Reference: Early morning or late afternoon for calm waters; autumn for foliage reflections
Mirror Lake is located at the junction of Jiuzhai Shuzheng Valley and Rize Valley, with Wolo Semei Mountain to the north, Nuorilang Waterfall to the east, and Pearl Beach to the west. To the south is Rhinoceros Lake across the mountain. Mirror Lake is long and narrow, about two miles long and less than one mile wide, covering an area of about 285 acres, with an average water depth of 11 meters and a maximum depth of 24.3 meters. In windless weather, the water is as flat as a mirror, with clouds, mountains and trees reflected in it, every detail is visible. Today, it is windy and only the ripples can be seen.
Because we didn't arrive at Mirror Sea before 8 am, we saw that it was like a mirror, calmly copying the sky and mountains onto the water surface without distortion. When we went there in the afternoon, we saw that Mirror Sea had some ripples in the breeze, but it was still so peaceful and quiet, like a big green emerald, very beautiful!
The reflection of Mirror Lake dominates Jiuzhaigou. It is like a mirror, copying the scenery on the water to the water without distortion. Visitors to Jiuzhaigou are all amazed by the vivid reflection of Mirror Lake.
You must go there first thing in the morning, when the water is calm and as smooth as a mirror. If the wind picks up after a while, you won't see this kind of scenery. You can ask the driver to stop.
It is like a mirror, copying the scenery on the ground and in the air onto the water surface without distortion. The seaside valley slopes of Mirror Sea are steep, the forests are dense, and the colors of the forest belts change with the seasons, with rich layers. The fantastic scene of "fish swimming in the sky and birds flying under the water" makes people intoxicated. A long vine as thick as a bowl on the seaside tightly climbs on a towering tree, as tall as the tree and reaching into the sky.
On a sunny and windless day, the water surface is as smooth as a mirror, and the scenery is reproduced in the water without distortion.
A place worth visiting, a masterpiece of nature
Jinghai is like a mirror, which reproduces the scenery on the ground and in the sky without distortion on the water surface. When the morning sun appears and the morning glow dyes the eastern sky red, the sea water is as smooth as a mirror, and the blue sky, white clouds and snow-capped mountains are all reflected on the sea surface, presenting a wonder of "fish swimming in the clouds and birds flying in the water". There is also Beijing Jinghai School.
Jiuzhaigou is a good place to watch the reflection. In the early morning, the blue sky and white clouds, the distant mountains and nearby trees are all reflected in the seabed.
Just like his name, a reflection like a mirror~
It’s not a good time to go to Mirror Sea in the afternoon. I didn’t see the reflection on the lake, but the good thing is that there are not many people~
Because it was early in the morning and the sun had not risen yet, Mirror Lake seemed particularly quiet, without even a ripple on the surface. The mountains and trees surrounding the lake were completely reflected on the lake surface, which was really as beautiful as a mirror. It was a pity that we had no way to stop here to take pictures. When we walked back to this place, the reflection was no longer as clean and clear as in the morning.
It is said that when the weather is clear and windless, the surface of Mirror Lake is as smooth as a mirror, and the scenery is reproduced in the water without distortion. There are many 20-30-meter-long wind-fallen giant trees in Mirror Lake, half floating and half sinking in the water. Among them, the tops of two giant trees are half exposed, standing gracefully in the center of the lake like bonsai. The best time to enjoy Mirror Lake is before 09:00 in the morning and 17:00 in the afternoon on a sunny day.
This is a good place to see the reflection of Jiuzhaigou. In the morning, the blue sky and white clouds, the distant mountains and nearby trees are all reflected in the seabed. On a clear day, before 09:00 in the morning and 17:00 in the afternoon is the best time to enjoy the Mirror Sea.
Because I didn't arrive at Mirror Sea before 8 o'clock in the morning, I saw that it copied the mountains in the sky onto the water surface as calmly as a mirror without any distortion. In the afternoon, the Mirror Sea had some ripples in the breeze, but it was still so peaceful and quiet.
Jiuzhaigou is definitely one of the must-see attractions. If you have enough time in Sichuan, it is recommended to visit Jiuzhaigou. Jiuzhaigou is not very beautiful during the dry season, but it is very beautiful during the flood season, but there are many people. However, the number of tourists in Jiuzhaigou is limited every day, and real-name registration is required. Friends who want to come should prepare in advance.
As the name suggests, the lake is as flat as a mirror, and the reflections are clear and bright. Morning is the best time to see the reflections in Mirror Lake. There is only one platform here, and you cannot walk around it.
The Internet says that this place is very beautiful, like a big mirror, but I feel that it is just so-so, all because of the damn weather and the damn rain.
Mirror Sea is really beautiful. If you take a photo, the scenery will be exactly the same if you turn your phone upside down.
Mirror Sea is like a mirror, reflecting the snow-capped peaks and green mountains.
Looking at Mirror Lake from afar on the sightseeing bus was enough to make everyone happy. The blue water and the reflections of the mountains and trees on the opposite bank were particularly beautiful against the lake surface.
I thought the lake water might be colorless due to bad weather, but it turned out to be still an enchantingly blue one. The rocks, branches, and even the swimming fish in the lake were clearly visible.
According to legend, after losing the love token sent by the male mountain god Dago, the female mountain god Wono Semo came to the Mirror Sea to dress up every day. They performed their love myth by the Mirror Sea, and the Mirror Sea naturally became a love park. Now you can see vines and trees that bear witness to their love by the Mirror Sea.
The lake bottom is clearly visible, and the mirror sea is not calm, but it makes me very happy. Who says Jiuzhaigou is not beautiful after the earthquake? Even if the weather is not good, there is still a high beauty that cannot be concealed.
Very beautiful, reflecting the mountains on both sides, the clear green lake water
I have been to Jiuzhaigou before, but I don’t want to see water! It was too long ago when I took the photo in 2009, but it doesn’t stop me from thinking that it is the most beautiful paradise on earth in China, even though I have been to Tibet, Xinjiang, and Yunnan. These are also beautiful places!
Compared to the hot sparkling sea and five-color pool, this is a quiet and good place
Any random photo I take is a cover photo. My friend told me that I found these photos online... I'm not afraid of them being stolen.
Jinghai Lake is as smooth as a mirror, hence its name. Jinghai Lake is located in the lower reaches of Konggu Lake. The lake is long and narrow, about one kilometer long, and surrounded by trees. The mountain wall on the opposite bank is like a huge stone screen. Although it is beautiful all year round, I personally think it is the most beautiful in autumn.
It is the largest lake in Jiuzhaigou and is very peaceful, hence its name.
Jiuzhaigou is so beautiful, it is worth visiting twice. It is very beautiful, it is really a gift from God.
The scenery is really beautiful. Jiuzhaigou is all about seeing the water.
Mirror Lake, as its name implies, is a lake that reflects the sky and surrounding mountains like a mirror when the wind is calm. It is a good place to enjoy the scenery quietly. It is best to brew a cup of tea and enjoy the scenery quietly, or bring a paintbrush to quietly collect inspiration. If you go there in autumn, the colorful scenery will be even more beautiful.
I feel like I can stay here for half a year to observe the changes of the four seasons. The best seasons are autumn and winter.
Mirror Lake is the second largest lake in Jiuzhaigou, and its surface is as calm as a mirror.
I went there late, so I didn't see the most beautiful Mirror Sea, but it was still very beautiful.
The fairy tale world is just like this, a paradise on earth!
It is said that the most beautiful time of Mirror Sea is in the early morning, when there is no wind and the mountains and trees are quietly reflected on the water. Is it like a mirror? For a feeling, I walked from Nuorilang Waterfall to Mirror Sea alone in the afternoon. The whole journey took about 1 hour. However, there are too many trees on the plank road, so there are not many places where you can see the panoramic view of Mirror Sea. Personally, I think the scenery at the Mirror Sea Viewing Platform on the other side of the highway is more beautiful.
The tour guide said that the Mirror Sea is most beautiful when there is no wind.
It's OK. There is a stop at Jinghai where you can go down to take pictures.
As the name suggests, the origin of Mirror Sea is that the lake surface is as calm as a mirror. This is the best place to enjoy the reflection. Every time I enter the scenic area in the morning and take a car to pass by Rhinoceros Sea and Mirror Sea, I can always see beautiful reflections. But after swimming around in the afternoon, it is not so beautiful. There is no difference between Mirror Sea, Arrow Bamboo Sea and Rhinoceros Sea with ripples on the lake surface. They are just ordinary lakes.
After visiting Huangshan, you won’t want to see any more mountains. After visiting Jiuzhaigou, you won’t want to see any more water. Mirror Sea is one of the famous scenic spots in Jiuzhaigou. It is like a mirror that reproduces the scenery on the ground and in the air onto the water surface without distortion. The essence of Jiuzhaigou is the integration of water, lakes, springs, waterfalls, streams and beaches. It combines movement with tranquility. It combines strength with tenderness. It is colorful. It is staggered. My shadow is cast into the Mirror Sea. The Mirror Sea keeps me. I will never forget you until I grow old. The endless love for Jiuzhaigou
The lake at the bottom of Rizegou is nearly two kilometers away from the center of Nuorilang. It is famous for its reflections. It is said that it is best to enjoy it in the morning. However, we visited Wuhuahai and other lakes upstream before arriving at Jinghai in the afternoon. It is still as calm as a mirror. The viewing effect is also good. 👍 Moreover, Jinghai is the closest to the shuttle bus station and the viewing platform. You can get off at the station and cross the road without crossing the overpass or underground passage.
You must be very purposeful and go to Mirror Sea early in the morning, otherwise it is easy to miss its shocking feeling. You must appreciate it when there is no wind.
The mountains are green, the water is green, and the air is sweet.
I passed by this in the morning but didn't take a photo. The reflection was so beautiful at the time that I wanted to come back and take some photos. But after I came down from the top, I found that it was windy. What a pity! I'll post a selfie~~ Alas. I'm so disappointed! Everyone must capture the beautiful moments.
You have to look at Mirror Sea from a distance. When you look at it from the sightseeing bus, it looks even more mirrorlike than a mirror, so it is called Mirror Sea. But when you get off the bus, you can't see it clearly anymore. Mirror Sea is very large, so it is suitable for viewing from a distance.
You can only take pictures of the reflection when there is no wind in the morning. It is recommended to go early. If it is a sunny day, you can also take pictures of the reflected sky, which is nice.
Mysterious Jinghai. So beautiful. So beautiful. Really, I want to go again
"Mirror Sea" is a famous lake in Jiuzhaigou. Surrounded by valleys, the water in the lake is as calm as a mirror, reflecting the beautiful scenery of the lake and mountains.
Mirror Lake is our second stop when we go to Jiuzhaigou. It is recommended to go there early in the morning, otherwise the scenery will be affected after the wind picks up in the afternoon. The surface of Mirror Lake is very calm, and the mountains in the distance are reflected on the lake, just like a mirror. It feels like "fish flying in the sky and birds swimming in the water".
Mirror Sea is as smooth as a mirror, hence its name. Whenever the morning light appears or the morning glow is all over the sea, the blue sky, white clouds, distant mountains, and nearby trees are all reflected in the seabed. The landscape in the sea has clear lines and bright colors. Mirror Sea is located close to the lower reaches of Konggu. The lake is long and narrow, about one kilometer long, and surrounded by trees. The mountain wall on the opposite bank is like a huge stone screen. Mirror Sea has three wonders: on a sunny day without wind, the water surface is as smooth as a mirror, and the scenery is reproduced in the water without distortion, and every detail can be seen; when the summer drizzle is light, the water surface is slightly wrinkled, and a white water belt as soft as fine silk can be seen along the lake. There are no raindrops on it, and it is smooth and bright.
建議早上無風第一個景點必然是鏡海
I got up early to see Mirror Lake. Maybe the shooting angle and time were not right. I didn’t understand the beauty of Mirror Lake. I don’t know if it was influenced by the locals, but I felt that the reflection was not as beautiful as that of Rhino Lake. Embarrassing.
Jinghai is famous for its calm and wide water surface, but whether you can see the "mirror" depends on your luck, and you may not be able to see it if you go in the morning.
Mirror Sea is 2,367 meters above sea level, 1,155 meters long, 123-241 meters wide, 31 meters deep, and has a storage capacity of 3.27 million cubic meters. The water surface is as calm as a mirror, and it is the best place to see the reflection, but you must go there in the early morning. If it is late, the wind will blow and the reflection will not be so smooth. Sometimes there will be morning mist in the morning, which is like a fairyland. We arrived here in the afternoon on the first day, and the water surface was not calm. Because of the setting of the sightseeing bus, it was already past 10 o'clock when we arrived on the second day. The water surface was not bad, but there was no morning mist.
The wide water surface is a good place to watch the reflections, and the windless morning is the best time to go.
Mirror Lake is very beautiful, but after seeing so many landscapes in Jiuzhaigou, I feel that most of these seas are similar.
It's beautiful. I suggest you follow the staff to slide down after the shuttle bus stops at Jinghai. This way you don't have to walk to the end and then turn back, saving time.
One of the famous scenic spots in Jiuzhaigou. It is like a mirror, copying the scenery on the ground and in the air onto the water surface without distortion. When the morning sun first appears and the morning glow dyes the eastern sky red, the sea water is as smooth as a mirror, and the blue sky, white clouds and snow-capped mountains are all reflected on the sea surface, presenting a spectacle of "fish swimming in the clouds and birds flying in the water".
The mirror-like lake got its name from this. You need to go early to take pictures and enjoy the scenery. Waves start to appear after 8:30. It is usually the first stop in Jiuzhaigou. There are reflections and distant mountains, giving you your first Jiuzhaigou gift.
The seaside valley of Jinghai Lake has steep slopes and dense forests. The colors of the forest belts change with the seasons and are rich in layers.
Beautiful mirror sea
Beautiful Mirror Sea (5 photos)
When the sun is shining, the sea is as smooth as a mirror, and the blue sky, white clouds, distant mountains, and nearby trees are all reflected in the seabed. The scenery in the sea is as clear as a mirror, with distinct lines, bright colors, and rich changes. The fantastic scene of "fish swimming in the sky and birds flying under the water" makes people intoxicated. A long vine as thick as a bowl is tightly clinging to a towering tree by the sea, as tall as the tree and reaching the sky.
Mirror Sea must be in the morning, must be in the morning, must be in the morning, don't look at the true heart at any time
The calm Mirror Sea is like a big mirror that reflects all the surrounding landscapes in the lake.
There are almost no people walking to Mirror Sea, and the signposts don't clearly indicate which area of water is Mirror Sea. I just keep walking along the sign that says "XX meters away", and then my intuition tells me that this is it. This area is very suitable for letting go of distractions and purifying the soul
When the sea is calm, it is time to come to Mirror Sea and enjoy the reflections wherever you want.
It was windy and rainy, so I didn't feel the beauty of the Mirror Sea, but the reflection of the Mirror Sea was still beautiful.
Since many guides said that Jinghai Lake is the most beautiful in the morning when there is no wind, we chose to get off here as the first stop. The sightseeing bus takes about 20 minutes from the entrance of the scenic area to the center of Nuorilang without stopping, and goes directly to the right lane. Those who need to get off, remember to tell the driver to get off at Jinghai Lake before arriving at the station.
Because it rained in the early morning and the sun had not yet come out, the sky was not very bright at 7 o'clock. The mountain was shrouded in clouds and mist, and the light in Mirror Sea was not very good, so I didn't see the legendary mirror-like reflection, but it was already very beautiful. At this time, there were only a dozen people at Mirror Sea Station. It's true that the early bird catches the worm.
Mirror Lake is like a mirror, which reproduces the scenery on the ground and in the sky into the water without distortion. The snow-capped peaks and forests are reflected in the mirror. If you look closely, the reflections in the water are more graceful than the real scene, which is one of the most beautiful views in Jiuzhaigou.
If you come back from Jiuzhaigou, you won’t see the water. This is probably the water. It is really beautiful.
The reflection of Mirror Lake dominates Jiuzhaigou. It is like a mirror, copying the scenery on the water to the water without distortion. Visitors to Jiuzhaigou are all amazed by the vivid reflection of Mirror Lake.
I have seen many lakes before, especially the colorful colors of Wuhua Lake. I may feel that Jinghai Lake has no appeal, but after looking at the photos I took, I feel that the scenery here is more beautiful and romantic. The sky and mountains are reflected in the lake. It feels more beautiful and spectacular when shot with a wide angle.
It is best to visit Mirror Sea in the morning or when there is no wind. Once there are waves, it loses its unique features.
Mirror Lake gets its name from the fact that it is like a flat mirror that reflects the beautiful scenery into the lake water. In fact, the water in Jiuzhaigou is of such magical power, so clear that it makes people intoxicated, and there is a feeling of defending this territory to the death.
The guide to Jinghai says that you should go there around 8 am. In fact, if you stay in the valley, you can go there after dinner. The scenery is still the same.
From a distance, it looks like a big mirror. The breeze blows across the sea, making it peaceful and beautiful.
Detailed, objective and serious evaluation. Good, beautiful, beautiful.
Although I was not able to appreciate the amazing reflection of Mirror Sea, I unexpectedly discovered a long wooden plank road built along Mirror Sea, with green pines and cypresses standing beside it and green grass on the dark stone walls, which also created a different artistic conception.