Erhai Lake: Dali Tours, Dali Travel

Last Update : 4/2/2008 3:08:07 AM: A famous plateau lake in Yunnan Province, Erhai Lake lies peacefully between Mt. Cangshan and downtown Dali. The freshwater lake takes its name from its shape which resembles a human ear, hence the word Er (which means ear in Chinese), hai meaning sea or lake.
Last Update : 4/2/2008 3:08:24 AM: Erhai Lake is peaceful and the landscape here is gorgeous, it lies on a fault line surrounded by hills and mountains. The water is so blue and still that it is nicknamed the Plateau Pearl. It is rare to see fishing villages in the highlands, so many visitors are fascinated by the fishing village belonging to the Bai nationality nearby. There are three islands in the lake - Jinsuo Island, Yinsuo Island and Small Putuo Island, watching Mt. Cangshan from anyone of which is another highlight. Stand on Jinsuo Island and you will have a panoramic view of the rising sun, or snowcapped mountains in the winter or a colorful evening sunset followed by the moon hanging over Erhai Lake at night. Food on these islands is more expensive than on the mainland, so please remember to bring some extra money (or your own food) if you decided to visit them.
Last Update : 4/2/2008 3:08:34 AM: Erhai Park and Kwan-Yin Pavilion are also well-known sights in this scenic spot and are worth a visit if you have the chance. Tourists staying in Dali Ancient City can get to Erhai Lake on foot; you can also take bus No. 6 or a taxi.

Admission Fee:	CNY 10 (Erhai Park) CNY 30 (Resource Protection Fare)
Recommended Time for a Visit:	40 minutes
Opening Hours:	08:30 to 18:00