Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide
Scenic spot introduction:
Qionghai Lushan Scenic Area is integrated with Xichang City, forming a unique natural landscape and human settlement environment that is rare in China where mountains, water and cities are interdependent. Qionghai, also known as Qiongchi, is one of the largest lakes in Sichuan with an area of 31 square kilometers. It is surrounded by mountains and has pleasant scenery. The lake water is clear all year round and is suitable for swimming, boating and fishing in all seasons. It is a famous natural fishing ground and water sports ground. Lushan is located on the coast of Qionghai Lake, with an altitude of 2,317 meters. It is a natural green barrier in Xichang. There are many kinds of rare animals and plants in the forest. The Kowloon Hancypress, one of the top ten "Kings of Bashu Trees" with a history of 2,000 years, is unique in the world. In the depths of the dense forest, more than ten Buddhist temples and Buddhist palaces are exposed at different heights. The ancient temples and palaces are located in the secluded environment according to the local situation. They are majestic and magnificent, with carved beams and painted buildings, which are fascinating.Attractions distribution:
Qionghai Lushan Scenic Area is located in Xichang City, Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan. Qionghai lies at the northeastern foothills of Lushan Mountain and on the north side of Luoji Mountain. It is also called Qiongchi because there was a "Qiongdu Yi" clan tribe more than 2,000 years ago. It is named after it thrives along its coast. Qionghai has a water area of 28 square kilometers, an average water depth of 11 meters, and an altitude of 1,510 meters. It is the second largest freshwater lake in Sichuan Province. The lake area is filled with mountains and clouds, and the scenery is magnificent.Lushan Mountain, standing on the north bank of Qionghai Lake, is a green peak with greenery all year round. It has a total area of 46 square kilometers and the main peak is 2317 meters above sea level. During the Han and Jin Dynasties, Xichang built Yue Xi County, and because Lu Mountain stood on the water and looked like a frog, the "Shui Jing Zhu" called it "Frog Xi Mountain". During the Tang and Song dynasties, the Anning River flowing through Xichang was called "Lushui". The mountain was named after the water, and the name of Wachi Mountain was changed to Lushan, which is still in use today.
Scenic spot qualifications:
National 4A level scenic spot, provincial cultural relics protection unitScenic spot features:
Photography, hiking, rock climbing, summer vacation, sightseeing, vacation, rafting, swimming, fishing, historic sites, famous mountains, lakesTransportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Sichuan Province>Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture>Xichang City
How to get there:
Tourists can take the train from Chengdu to Xichang. In Xichang city, they can take the No. 14, No. 22 and Huanhai Tourist Bus to visit the surrounding areas of Qionghai.
Scenic area map:
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Tickets
Qionghai Lushan ticket price:
The scenic area is open to the public free of charge.
Scenic area opening hours:
7:00-18:00.
Travel Tips
Tour route:
Route A (counterclockwise around the sea): urban area → Liangshan National Culture and Art Center → Tianxi Flower Expo Park → Laohai Pavilion → Bird Watching Island Wetland Park → Moonlight Style Town → Qionghai Park → Guanwan Bay → Lingying Temple → Qinglong Temple → Moon Bay → Small Fishing Village → Urban area.
Line B (clockwise around the sea): urban area → small fishing village → Moon Bay → Qinglong Temple → Lingying Temple → Guanwan Bay → Qionghai Park → Moonlight Style Town → Bird Watching Island Wetland Park → Laohai Pavilion→Tianxi Flower Expo Park→Liangshan National Culture and Art Center→urban area.
Best time to visit:
Suitable for all seasons.
Shopping recommendations:
Specialties of Xichang include Liangshan Cordyceps, Yi lacquerware, matsutake mushroom, Xichang pomegranate, Jianchang salted duck, Liangshan white melon seeds, Chang rice 011, Xichang white beans, etc.
Gallery
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Coastal Walking and Leisure Area
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Flower Path Causeway
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Cliff Falls
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Tree-lined Green Corridor
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Moon Bridge
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Wangyue Tower
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Curved Bridge on the Water
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Liuyin Fishing Bird Watching Area
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Blue Sea Floating Waves
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide: The Best Tank in the World
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide: Gurong Yueyun Leisure Area
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Small Fishing Village
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Bird Watching Island Wetland Park
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Wanghu Tower
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Chiang Kai-shek's Special Residence
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Guangfu Temple
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Qionghai Park
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Temple Complex
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Sanjiao Nunnery
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Renshan Zhishuitai
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Lying in the Clouds and Misty Rain
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Qingyinshan Pavilion
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Viewing the Bay
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Haiyue Pavilion
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Farm Paradise
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Huawucaiping
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Guanhai Tower
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Self-Service Camping Area
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Ceramics Square
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Butterfly Square
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Binhai Square
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Statue of Martyr Ding Youjun
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Fisherman's Bay Area
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Racecourse
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Bonsai Garden
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Stepping Platform
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Fisherman’s Style Garden
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Qingyang Palace
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Tingtao Trail Corridor
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Viewing Platform
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Jade Palace
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Shangyu Inn Area
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Wenchang Palace
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Entrance Square
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Fisherman's Wharf
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Queen Mother Palace
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Earthquake Stele Forest
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Moonlight Music Square
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Wanhua Valley Road
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Birch Shade Scenic Area
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Travel Guide - Moon Bay
Xichang Qionghai Lushan Tourism Guide - Lushan Sightseeing Ropeway
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