During the National Day trip, I took photos of my life at Yele Lake! .
The following is a travel guide to Yele Lake:
Basic information:
Location: Located in Yele Township, Mianning County, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, it is also known as Yele Reservoir.
Altitude: about 2,600 meters, basically no altitude reflection, but ultraviolet rays are strong when the sun is out, so pay attention to sun protection.
Opening hours: Currently it is usually open all day, but it is recommended to pay attention to official information or local notices before traveling.
Tickets: Currently under development, sometimes a cleaning fee of 10 yuan/person will be charged, but sometimes it is free.
Transportation:
Self-driving: Starting from Chengdu, drive about 300 kilometers along the G5 Beijing-Kunming Expressway (Yaxi Section), which takes about 4 hours to reach. After getting off the expressway, you still need to drive about 20 kilometers of winding mountain roads. The road conditions are generally good, but there are many curves, so you need to drive carefully. If you use Amap navigation, it is recommended to navigate to Yele Township. You may not be able to navigate directly to Yele Lake.
Public transportation: First take a train or plane to Chengdu, then transfer to a long-distance bus to Mianning County, and then charter a bus to Yele Lake. This method is relatively troublesome and less free, so self-driving is more recommended.
Itinerary:
Day 1:
Morning: Arrive at Yele Lake from the starting point, enjoying the magnificent scenery of the Western Sichuan Plateau on the way. You may see a group of monkeys along the way, but please pay attention to safety, do not feed them randomly, and take away the garbage at the same time.
Afternoon: After arriving at Yele Lake, you can take a walk by the lake first, enjoy the scenery of the lake and mountains, the reflection of the snow-capped mountains, and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. Afterwards, you can visit the surrounding Yi villages and learn about the local ethnic culture, customs and customs.
Evening: Stay in a special B&B by the lake or choose to camp (if allowed), taste local Yi specialties such as lump meat, pickled fish, buckwheat cakes, butter tea, etc., participate in a bonfire party, and experience the charm of Yi singing and dancing.
Day 2:
Morning: Get up early to watch the sunrise. At this time, the lake is shrouded in morning mist, making you feel like you are in a fairyland. Afterwards, you can choose to hike up and enjoy the beautiful scenery such as snow-capped mountains and glaciers up close, but you must pay attention to safety and physical strength.
Afternoon: Explore the surrounding primeval forest. If you are lucky, you may see some wild animals. Or find a quiet place to fish by the lake and enjoy your leisure time. In the evening, pack your luggage, prepare to return, and reminisce about the beautiful moments during the journey.
Accommodation options:
B&B: There are some local B&Bs to choose from, the price is generally around 300-400 yuan, including breakfast.
Camping: Yele Lake is very suitable for camping. You can take pictures of the starry sky at night and watch the misty sunrise in the morning, but you must pay attention to keeping warm and safe. If you choose to camp on a private meadow near the lake, a fee may apply.
Food recommendations:
Liangshan Flame Pig BBQ: This is a delicacy with Liangshan characteristics. It uses small pigs as the main ingredient and is made through a unique flame grilling method. The outside is golden and crispy, and the inside is tender and juicy. It is usually paired with various seasonings. Ingredients and vegetables, such as peppers, cumin, onions, etc.
Lake fish: Fresh lake fish tastes delicious after cooking. You can choose steaming, braised, etc. according to your own taste.
Travel tips:
Yele Lake is located in a high-altitude area with a large temperature difference between day and night. It is recommended to bring enough warm clothes, such as down jackets, jackets, etc.
Bring sun protection products, such as sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, etc., to avoid sunburn.
Respect local ethnic culture and customs, care for the environment, and do not destroy the ecology and litter at will.