A Sense of Seclusion｜Yele Lake, the Sanctuary Deep in My Soul

In our hurried days, we often look around, hoping to find a place to shed all our fatigue—a refuge that isolates us from the city's noise, leaving only tranquility 🌿. It wasn’t until I encountered Yele Lake in Liangshan, Western Sichuan, that I truly understood the meaning of "secluded paradise"—nestled by mountains and lake, the breeze carries the crispness of grass and water, and even time seems to slow down.

The lakeside guesthouses are hidden gems among the mountains and waters, where wooden textures blend with natural scenery like a serene work of art 🖼️. Opening the window reveals the lake and mountains; closing your eyes, you can hear the wind brushing through leaves and the gentle lapping of water against the shore. Here, there’s no need to chase anything—just sitting quietly allows you to fully connect with your inner self.

Waking up to birdsong in the morning, outside the window clouds drift and swirl ☁️. Strolling and meditating along the lakeside, you might occasionally meet slow-moving cattle, horses, and sheep, reaching out to touch the gentle embrace of the wild; in the afternoon, cozying up in the guesthouse café with a hot drink and a leisurely book 📖, sunlight streams through the glass onto the pages, warming your fingertips as time quietly flows by.

This place is never just an ordinary vacation spot but a sanctuary where the soul returns to its true self. When you merge with the mountains and sea, attuned to nature’s rhythm, you realize Yele Lake has long been my hidden, ever-vibrant utopia in my heart ✨.

Post by DQ. Abby 22 | Oct 18, 2025