Dianchi Lake

The Dianchi Lake, 370 square kilometers in area, 4.4 meters in depth, and 1885 meters in altitute, is the eight largest lake in China and the largest in Yunnan Province. For its exceptional charms the lake is nicknamed "Sparkling Pearl Imbedded in a Highland". Its shores are strewn with scenic spots and places of fabled association. Sailing on the lake, with the boat swaying gently on a vast expanse of liquid silver, proves to be a most enchanting experience. At night, the moon casts a gauzy veil over the lake, and the silence of the scenic is broken only by the soughing of a refreshing breeze.