Blue Moon Valley is located at the eastern foot of Yulong Snow Mountain in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province, in the valley north of Ganhaizi and south of Yunshanping. It is an important part of Yulong Snow Mountain Scenic Area. It is named after its crystal clear lake water and crescent shaped valley, and is also known as the real-life version of "Blue Moon Valley" due to its similarity to the "Blue Moon Valley" described by British author James Hilton in "The Lost Horizon".
Dreamy lake colors
The lake water originates from the melting water of Yulong Snow Mountain glacier. Because the water is rich in copper ions, calcium and other minerals, it appears clear Tiffany blue or emerald green on sunny days, and milky white on cloudy days, so it is called "Little Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area".
A fairyland against the backdrop of snow capped mountains
The valley is surrounded by the majestic Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, and the lake, forest, snow capped peaks, and meadows together form a layered oil painting with a high photography yield.
Four lakes and one river, different scenery with each step
Blue Moon Valley is not a single lake, but is composed of four main lake areas: Yuye Lake, Jingtan Lake, Blue Moon Lake, and Tingtao Lake, connected by a Baishui River, each with its own characteristics.
Four Lakes Detailed Explanation and Tourist Attractions
Yuye Lake
Features: The largest lake, with the bluest water quality, can clearly reflect snow capped mountains, making it the best place to capture the reflection of snow capped mountains.
Jingtan Lake
Features: Compact and peaceful, with lake water like a mirror, surrounded by boardwalks and observation decks.
Blue Moon Lake
Features: The iconic crescent shaped lake surface, with small islands in the center and white sandy beaches by the lake shore.
Tingtao Lake
Features: Located downstream, the water flows through steep cliffs to form a small waterfall, and the sound of gurgling water can be heard.
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The standard voltage in China is 220V. The commonly used socket shape is as shown in the picture. Most luxury hotel rooms are equipped with universal sockets, and tourists can also rent socket adapters at the hotel front desk.
Make a phone call
When a foreign mobile phone dials a Chinese fixed-line phone in China, it is necessary to dial the China area code (+86) and the city area code (e.g. Beijing +10) before the fixed-line phone number to be dialed.
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Emergency call:
Call the police: 110
Fire emergency: 119
Traffic police: 122
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Purchase a SIM card for a Chinese mobile phone
At major airports serving as ports of entry in China, there are designated counters for communication service providers, such as China Mobile and China Unicom. Foreign tourists can purchase SIM cards for Chinese mobile phones simply by presenting their passports.
Traffic safety tips
In China, all vehicles drive on the right side of the road, and both drivers and passengers must wear seat belts.
Health and medical tips
It is recommended to bring along commonly used medications (such as painkillers or gastrointestinal medications). If you need to take prescribed medication for an extended period, it is advisable to prepare sufficient quantities before departure and carry along doctor's certification documents, medical records, etc.
It is recommended to visit the international medical department of a general hospital or a foreign-funded hospital for treatment, as they generally provide medical services in English.
It is recommended to purchase relevant insurance before departure, and properly keep diagnosis certificates, outpatient medical records, fee lists, prescriptions, invoices, etc.
Cultural taboo
China is a multi-ethnic country, and there are significant differences in customs and habits among various ethnic groups. Especially when traveling in ethnic minority areas, it is important to pay attention to cultural taboos, such as taking off shoes when entering a Dai bamboo house, avoiding pork in Hui restaurants, and treating Buddhist statues, scriptures, and beads as sacred objects that must not be touched. It is recommended to listen carefully to the pre-trip introduction provided by the accompanying personnel and respect local culture and customs.
