TianSheng Lake

　　    The TianSheng Lake tourist area is situated in Shuangxia Township, Shuicheng County. The Maya Second-Class Highway passes through the scenic area, and it is surrounded by railways such as the Neikun Railway, Shuibai Railway, and Zhuliu Double-Track Railway. Key railway stations in the vicinity include the Liupanshui South Marshalling Yard and Liupanshui Station, all within 10 kilometers of the scenic area, ensuring convenient transportation. Located just 12 kilometers from downtown Liupanshui, it is a comprehensive tourist resort integrating sightseeing, leisure, conferences, vacationing, and more.

　　     The resort covers a total planned area of 7.7 square kilometers, with the core area spanning 6 square kilometers. It is the only natural site in Liupanshui — known as China’s Cool City — that combines a natural lake, forests, plateaus, wetlands, and caves. The area consists of over ten scenic spots of varying sizes, including TianSheng Lake, Tianhu Xianyuan (Heavenly Lake Fairy Garden), Shuangru Peak, Xueren Mountain, streams, waterfalls, forests, ancient and notable trees, and Tianyuan Cave, stretching across more than 10 kilometers.

　　     Since its establishment, the resort has consistently adhered to the development philosophy and functional positioning of “returning to nature and leisure vacationing,” actively supporting the construction goal of providing tourism services for Liupanshui, China’s Cool City. Significant achievements have been made in environmental development, and the tourism functions continue to improve. The “core area” of TianSheng Lake concentrates the essence of the resort’s natural landscapes and tourism resources, reflecting the main character and functionality of the area. The “featured scenic zones” mainly include the Shuangru Peak sightseeing zone, Xueren Mountain sightseeing zone, grassy wetland sightseeing zone, hiking sightseeing zone, forest manor leisure zone, mountain stream leisure zone, and the Tianyuan Cave adventure exploration zone. Each zone highlights the unique karst plateau mountain features where nature, water, forests, and caves blend seamlessly, truly inspiring a longing to reconnect with nature.

　　     TianSheng Lake: A scenic highlight of Shuicheng, located in the central tourist section. The lake has a circumference of over 800 meters, covers an area of more than 40 acres, with an average depth of 20 meters and a maximum depth of over 70 meters. Its waters are as green as jade and clear as a mirror. Surrounded by rolling hills, the landscape of lake and mountain is a feast for the eyes. Dense forests and singing birds, small bridges over flowing streams, and cascading waterfalls on stone cliffs create a scene of vibrant meadows dotted with wildflowers, serene winding paths, and splendid scenery. With pleasant surroundings, fresh air, and lush greenery, the area offers attractions such as the Lovers’ Path, lakeside sightseeing and walking trails, a cultural square, a children’s playground, Shuangru Peak hiking viewpoints, and a sandy beach. Visitors can also enjoy ethnic performances such as singing and dancing, flower festivals, and antiphonal singing by the Yi and Miao peoples.

　　     Shuangru Peak: Located by TianSheng Lake, it resembles a mother cradling the lake in her arms. Towering peaks nearby complement the lake and mountain views, creating breathtaking scenery that captivates visitors. Tianyuan Cave: Situated in Wangjiagou in the eastern part of the main area, this cave has been identified by the China Association for Scientific Expedition, the Institute of Geology and Geophysics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the French Federation of Speleology, and the French National Centre for Scientific Research as having a unique formation mechanism. It offers a combination of cave exploration, sightseeing, and scientific study, making it highly valuable for development.

　　     Tip: The TianSheng Lake Qijin Tourist Area is just 8 kilometers away from downtown along the Maya Third-Class Oil Road. There are direct tourist shuttle buses, one per hour, with a fare of 5 yuan per person and no entrance fee. The area has a two-star hotel and good dining facilities.