Lashi Lake and the Ancient Tea Horse Road in Lijiang
Lijiang, Yunnan, a place filled with romance and mystery, where every piece of scenery seems to be a masterpiece of nature, leaving visitors enchanted. Among the many attractions in Lijiang, Lashi Lake Scenic Area stands out as a dazzling gem, shining with captivating brilliance.
Lashi Lake, located about 10 kilometers west of Lijiang city in the middle of Lashi Dam, is not only the first nature reserve in Yunnan Province named after a 'wetland,' but also a place full of legendary charm. The name 'Lashi,' derived from ancient Naxi language, means 'new barren dam.' It was once part of the ancient geosyncline in northwest Yunnan and, after billions of years of geological movements, has formed the current highland basin. At the center of this basin lies a clear lake, vast and boundless, with an altitude of 2,437 meters, offering a breathtaking beauty.
In this inland province of Yunnan, such a large lake is affectionately called 'sea' by the locals, hence the name Lashi Lake. It is not only a place of natural beauty but also rich in cultural history. One of the main attractions for visitors here is the horseback riding experience on the Ancient Tea Horse Road. This ancient trade route witnessed the hardships and legends of countless caravans. Today, visitors can retrace this ancient path, riding horses through the mountains and forests, experiencing the culture of the caravans. The rugged mountain roads and the careful steps of the horses make every slip and misstep a thrilling experience, allowing visitors to deeply appreciate the resilience and perseverance of the caravan people.
Besides horseback riding, the unique landscape of Lashi Lake Wetland Park is another highlight. Within the park, large swathes of reeds sway in the wind, aquatic plants grow abundantly, and the vast marshlands create a unique lake and wetland scenery. Here, visitors can fully enjoy the beautiful landscape of lakes and mountains, feeling the magical charm of nature. During the bird-watching season, it becomes an important habitat for many migratory birds, such as black-necked cranes, egrets, and herons, providing a visual and spiritual feast for visitors.
On this beautiful land, there is also a hidden and stylish club—the Youyiju Private Club. Located in the picturesque Shuhe Ancient Town of Lijiang, this club covers a large area and is renovated from three connected Naxi houses. The club is well-equipped, including uniquely designed guest rooms, a self-service kitchen, a restaurant, a tea bar, a book bar, a wine cellar, a spa, and a home theater, providing a comfortable and leisurely space for visitors. Here, visitors can escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a rare moment of tranquility and comfort.
Of course, a visit to Lashi Lake Scenic Area would not be complete without experiencing the unique 'lake porridge sharing.' In the lakeside restaurants, visitors can taste delicious porridge made from local specialty ingredients. The host will serve the fragrant porridge in small bowls and hand them out to the visitors one by one. This unique way of sharing porridge not only allows visitors to feel the warmth and simplicity of the locals but also gives them a deeper understanding of Lijiang's food culture.
The Lashi Lake Scenic Area in Lijiang, Yunnan, is a tourist destination that combines natural beauty, cultural history, and leisure experiences. Whether it's appreciating the beautiful lake and wetland scenery, experiencing the ancient Tea Horse Road culture, or tasting the unique lake porridge, visitors can leave with unforgettable memories. The presence of the Youyiju Private Club adds a touch of mystery and style to this beautiful land, attracting countless visitors to explore and experience.
There is no Lashihai in the itinerary plan. I decided to come and play temporarily. The young lady who picked us up was very good. I immediately contacted us to make an appointment and picked us up to eat. The horse riding experience was also very good. The young lady who took us on the horse was very gentle and helped us take a lot of good-looking photos. The scenery of Lashihai Wetland Park is very good, very suitable for punching in and taking pictures.
Awesome, recommended! ! The second time I went to Lashihai to ride a horse. This time I saw a beautiful grassland view in the Rose Garden. The roses were open and brilliant. The fat golden girl on the boat sang very well. There was no shopping point throughout.
This is a conscience comment: 1. Going to play well, the attractions buy 20, the horse riding buy 80 - this time, Ctrip conscience, like 👍 ps is not an advertisement, it is really like 👍 2. You can ride 🐴 It is very interesting. I am a Trip.com group purchase 118 package, including horse riding, lunch, and afternoon to see the wetland park - very cost-effective, very cost-effective! Including urban pick-up and drop-off, it is very comfortable, much better than your own plan, rest assured! 3. In addition to horse riding, lunch and wetland park are generally 4. If you go to the wetland park, bring two or three breads, and feed the seagulls at that time. It is very fun. At this time, the wetland park is interesting. ~
One-stop service is still very thoughtful. The local chicken is generally the same, there is no meat, and the soup is not enough to taste. The tea part at the beginning is to sell the product. I also understand that the price is only 138, including the round-trip fare ➕ boating ➕ horse riding ➕ for about half an hour. The profit focus is still on whether you buy things. The attitude is better, including the uncle who rides horses, tea specialties and other things can be bought, do not like it will not be forced, OK, I feel that the boating can not be bought, the process is more and more commercial, like riding horses can come
There is a driver to and from the attractions. The people are very nice. It is very convenient to travel. The tea horse ancient road often takes about 1 hour to ride. For me who has not ridden horses before, it is still a very novel experience. It is very original and will walk up the mountain path. The scenery of Lashihai Wetland Park is still good, but when we go, it happens to be cloudy, if it is sunny, it will look better!
The ride was fun, the boating was fun, overall great
The driver is warm and hospitable, the pick-up is very punctual and will be contacted in advance. Horse riding is very fun, lunch location sells yak beef jerky, tastes very good, the wetland park is very local ethnic characteristics, received blessing cards and bells, the wish listing is very ritual.
Although it has been a long time, it is indeed a great trip. The price is also very cheap. It is really suitable for children to play. We went in April 2023. It was the off-season at that time, but their service was really good. I also ate a local chicken hot pot after riding. I also bought their recommended beef jerky, although I didn't finish it later, but the taste was still OK.