Discover the Daughter Kingdom and encounter the pearl of the plateau

Here's a travel guide for Lugu Lake:

❤️I. Preparation before departure

👍Best time to travel: Spring and autumn (March-May, September-November) offer pleasant weather and beautiful scenery. Summer (June-August) has more rain, but it is also a good time to escape the heat. Winter (December-February) has lower temperatures, but fewer tourists, allowing you to enjoy the tranquil lake and mountain scenery.
🛣️Transportation:
✈️Airplane: Fly to Lijiang Sanyi Airport or Ninglang Lugu Lake Airport, then transfer to a bus to Lugu Lake.
🚘Bus: There are direct buses to Lugu Lake from Lijiang, Xichang, and other places.
🚗Self-driving: The road conditions are good, but pay attention to driving safety on mountain roads.
🏠Accommodation: There are many inns and guesthouses by Lugu Lake. It is recommended to choose a lakeside inn for convenient lake view appreciation. Lige Peninsula, Luoshui Village, and Langfang Village are popular accommodation locations.
Essential items: Sunscreen, sunglasses, hat, warm clothes, rain gear, camera, etc.

❤️II. Recommended itinerary

Day 1: Arrive at Lugu Lake, check in to the inn, and acclimatize to the plateau environment.
Afternoon: Stroll along the lake, enjoy the sunset, and experience the tranquility and beauty of Lugu Lake.
Evening: Taste local specialties, such as preserved pork, Guandang wine, and butter tea.
Day 2: Tour around the lake
Morning: Take a boat tour of Lugu Lake, climb Liwubi Island, and visit Liwubi Temple.
Afternoon: Cycle or charter a car around the lake, enjoying the Grass Sea, the Walking Marriage Bridge, and the Goddess Bay along the way.
Evening: Participate in a Mosuo bonfire party and experience Mosuo customs.
Day 3: Explore Mosuo culture
Morning: Visit the Mosuo Folk Customs Museum to learn about the history, culture, and walking marriage customs of the Mosuo people.
Afternoon: Visit Mosuo families and experience their daily life.
Evening: Have a drink at a lakeside bar and enjoy leisure time.
Day 4: Leave Lugu Lake

❤️III. Recommended attractions

1️⃣Lige Peninsula: The landmark attraction of Lugu Lake, the peninsula is surrounded by water on three sides, and the scenery is picturesque.
2️⃣Grass Sea: A plateau wetland with lush water and grass, it is a habitat for migratory birds.
3️⃣Walking Marriage Bridge: A symbol of the Mosuo people's walking marriage custom, it spans the Grass Sea and offers beautiful scenery.
4️⃣Goddess Bay: Legend has it that it is the incarnation of the Goddess Gemu. The lake in the bay is clear and the beach is white.
5️⃣Goddess Gemu Mountain: The highest peak of Lugu Lake, climb the mountain to overlook the lake and mountain scenery.

❤️IV. Recommended food

😍Preserved pork: A traditional Mosuo delicacy, fatty but not greasy, fragrant and delicious.
😍Guandang wine: A local wine brewed by the Mosuo people, it has a mellow taste and a long aftertaste.
😍Butter tea: A Tibetan specialty drink, it is fragrant and delicious, and can ward off cold and keep warm.
😍Grilled fish: A Lugu Lake specialty, the fish is tender and delicious.

❤️V. Precautions

Respect the local customs of the Mosuo people, and do not talk about walking marriage customs casually.
Protect the environment and do not litter.
Be aware of altitude sickness and avoid strenuous exercise.
Keep your personal belongings safe and pay attention to safety.

❤️VI. Travel tips

🍀Lugu Lake entrance fee: 70 yuan/person.
🍀Bicycle rental fee for cycling around the lake: about 50-100 yuan/day.
🍀Boat tour fee: about 50-100 yuan/person.
🍀Bonfire party fee: about 50-100 yuan/person.

May you encounter the beauty and mystery of Lugu Lake and have an unforgettable journey!💓💓