Crescent Moon Lake, a scenic spot in Dali, Yunnan, is a picturesque lake surrounded by mountains, with a small island in its center, resembling a crescent moon.
Currency
CNY (¥)
Best time to visit
October to April
Languages
Mandarin · Yi · Bai
Coordinates
25.867°, 100.183°
Key facts
1The lake is home to the Three Pagodas, a historic Buddhist site
2It's the largest highland lake in Yunnan
3The lake's water is crystal clear and has a constant temperature of 14°C
Timeline
1381: The lake was first mentioned in historical records during the Ming Dynasty
1958: Dali was designated as a prefecture-level city, making Crescent Moon Lake a popular tourist attraction
2007: The lake was listed as a national AAAAA scenic area by the China National Tourism Administration
