Mainland version of Sailimu Lake

South Tian Lake Wonderland Walking Guide! I’ve discovered a hidden paradise near Chongqing✨ 🌈 Reasons to visit The backyard garden of the Fog City! A blue tear lake at 1800 meters altitude! The Chongqing version of "Little Switzerland" lives up to its name⛰️ 📍 Detailed address Xiannv Lake Town, Fengdu County, Chongqing (2.5 hours drive from the main city) 🕙 Opening hours Peak season: 10.18-02.28 (9:00-17:30) Off-season: Open all day (perfect for summer cooling!) 🚗 Transportation tips 1️⃣ Self-drive: Navigate to "Fengdu Nantian Lake Scenic Area," good road conditions 2️⃣ High-speed rail: Chongqing North Station → Fengdu Station (1h) + 40 minutes taxi ⚠️ Many mountain roads, experienced drivers recommended 🔥 Must-visit spots 1️⃣ Nantian Lake Mirror Lake Fall into the embrace of the blue tears! The lake water is so blue it looks filtered💧 📸 Tips: The light is softest from 3-5 pm, perfect for reflection shots 2️⃣ Lakeside Forest Boardwalk Oxygen-rich hiking trail! Pass through the original fir forest🌲 High chance to encounter squirrels! Remember to bring nuts to feed them~ 🌟 Hidden activities ✔️ Lakeside camping: Official campsite offers tent rentals ✔️ Winter skiing: Ski resort open from December to February, rare in Chongqing ✔️ Stargazing: Low light pollution, Milky Way visible to the naked eye in summer 🍢 Food recommendations ▫️ Highland potato rice: A must-order at the farmhouses near the scenic area entrance ▫️ Cured pork rib soup pot: Cooked with mountain spring water, incredibly delicious! ▫️ Wild mushroom hotpot: Seasonal ingredient from June to August 💣 Hard lessons learned ❗️ Huge temperature difference! Bring a jacket even in summer ❗️ Weather changes rapidly, raincoat more practical than umbrella ❗️ Weekend accommodations are tight, book two weeks in advance