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Crescent Moon Lake Illuminations

A mesmerizing spectacle of lights reflecting on the serene waters of Chengdu's largest lake, creating a magical crescent moon effect.

Currency

CNY (¥)

Best time to visit

April to October

Languages

Mandarin

Coordinates

30.680°, 104.067°

Key facts

1The illuminations cover a 1.2km stretch of the lake.
2Over 20,000 lights are used, creating 14 different scenes.
3The show lasts for about 45 minutes and is held every night from sunset.

Timeline

2006: First illuminations held to celebrate the lake's 1200th anniversary.
2010: Named one of China's top ten nighttime scenic spots.
2015: Added to the Guinness World Records for the longest light show.

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