Go boating on Lashi Lake and watch the changing weather on the grassland

The commercialization of Lijiang Ancient Town in Yunnan is becoming more and more serious. Many tourists feel a little disappointed as they can no longer feel the original ecological atmosphere after arriving in Lijiang. So if you don’t like too much noise, you can consider going to Lashi Lake near Lijiang for a walk and a look. The scenery there is unique and very quiet, perfect for relaxing. [Coke] Lashi Lake is located in the middle of Lashi Dam, 10 kilometers west of Lijiang County. It is the first nature reserve named "wetland" in Yunnan Province. The Lashi Lake Wetland has a vast area and the water quality is very good, clear and bright. The Jade Dragon Snow Mountain is reflected on the lake surface, and wintering water birds live here, creating the unique scenery of the plateau wetlands. There is an ancient Tea-Horse Road near Lashi Lake, where you can ride horses on the mountain road. You can also go horseback riding around the lake. The main purpose of going to Lashi Lake is to take photos, because the water is very calm and clear, and you can take photos that feel like a mirror of the sky. Lashi Lake is also suitable for bird watchers, and photography enthusiasts can come here to photograph birds. [Cute] Tips: 1. Yunnan’s tourism management is rather chaotic, which is well-known throughout the country, and Lashi Lake is no exception. Even if you are not traveling with a tour group but are driving there on your own, you should be careful to avoid pitfalls. 2. It is not recommended to ride a horse in the Lashi Sea Scenic Area. First of all, the cost of horse riding is relatively expensive. Secondly, the time and distance of horse riding are very short. It is just walking along the waterside. It is recommended to walk along the waterside for sightseeing and taking pictures. It feels good. 3. There are ethnic minority villages near the scenic area, and local residents or tour guides will recommend tourists to visit the villages. Be sure to note that some houses appear to be residential buildings, but in fact they are mainly used to sell various types of tea. Be careful when entering and do not cause disputes. 4. It is not recommended to eat near the scenic area. You can prepare some food and drinks with you, or go back to Lijiang Ancient Town or Lijiang City to eat after the tour. Many restaurants near the scenic area have high prices and average taste. Some locals will recommend tourists to taste the fish and shrimps produced in Lashi Lake. This is mostly a scam for tourists. The fish and shrimps are just ordinary ones. Even those from Lashi Lake are nothing special. There is no point in doing this except to create a gimmick to raise the price. Don't believe it. 5. Yunnan’s tourism management has always been rather chaotic, and local protectionism is serious. If a dispute or complaint occurs, it will most likely be difficult to give a satisfactory result, so try to shop less, communicate less with locals, and just enjoy the scenery. 🚗