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Fuxian Lake, So Beautiful It's Almost Unfair! God Spilled the Color Palette for You

Fuxian Lake is stunningly beautiful, with clouds filling the sky during the day, creating a magnificent scene. The only regret was that in the evening, the sun was covered by a large patch of dark clouds, so we didn’t get the anticipated fiery sunset. But we were already grateful it didn’t rain! 🚗【Transportation & Accommodation】 ▪️ Self-drive: 1.5-hour direct drive from Kunming. The lakeside road is incredibly scenic, perfect for pulling over anytime to capture stunning road shots! ▪️ High-speed train: Kunming South → Chengjiang Station (30 minutes), then a ~20-yuan taxi ride to the west shore of the lake. 🌊【Must-See Magical Spots】 1️⃣ 「Egret and Lonely Boat at the Lake Center」 (Corresponds to Description 1) 📍 Location: Sunshine Coast Boardwalk, North Shore ✔️ Best visited at 7 AM! The misty mountains and lake create a dreamy fairy-tale atmosphere as fishermen paddle by in wooden boats, with egrets flying low. Capturing silhouettes or side profiles adds a storytelling vibe! 2️⃣ 「Mint-Colored Shallows and Dragonflies」 (Corresponds to Description 2) 📍 Location: Wild Beach at the Foot of Modou Mountain, East Shore ✔️ The water is so clear you can see colorful stones! Wear a light-colored long dress, crouch to play with the water, and shoot close to the surface—blue dragonflies might photobomb! (Best light at 3 PM ✨) 3️⃣ 「Painterly Beach and Sailing Boats」 (Corresponds to Description 5) 📍 Location: Sailing Base at Starry Town, South Shore ✔️ Pretend you’re in "Little Maldives"! Rent a sailboat for 80 yuan/hour. At sunset, the lake turns into a sea of tangerine 🌅. Pair a bright bikini with a straw hat for perfect island vibes! 📸【Pro Photography Tips】 ☁️ Outfits: White/light blue long dress + woven bag. The lakeside is windy—hairbands work better than hats for a dreamy look! 🌿 Props: Buy wildflowers (5 yuan) or a clear umbrella (perfect for capturing water reflections). ⏰ Timing: Avoid noon! Best summer light: 8–10 AM and 4–7 PM. 💡 Final Notes: ▪️ Sunscreen! Sunscreen! UV rays are intense on the lake (keep sunglasses and a sunshirt glued to you). ▪️ Protect the ecosystem! Don’t step on wild lotus areas or take small fish and stones. Standing by the lake, you’ll truly understand the poetic line: "Drunk, I know not the sky mirrors the water; my boat is laden with starlit dreams." 🌌 This summer, make a minty dream date with Fuxian Lake!
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Posted: Jun 29, 2025
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