Xiahe Dazong Lake

　　Attraction Features: It is not only an excellent alpine pasture but also a natural paradise for gatherings of waterfowl.

　　　 Attraction Introduction

　　　　Located about 10 kilometers along the Wangxia Highway and 17 kilometers from the county town, it is a lake basin formed by faulted terrain. The lake surface sits at an altitude of around 3,100 meters, has a narrow elongated shape, and is surrounded by rugged rocks and twisted pine trees. The lake stretches approximately 350 meters from north to south and about 100 meters from east to west, covering an area of over 50 acres. The lakeshore features open terrain, with flat grasslands on the surrounding plateau. The lake is enclosed by mountains on three sides, densely forested, teeming with birds, while the lake itself abounds with fish. Wild grasses and blooming flowers cover the lakeside, creating breathtaking scenery that captivates visitors. People describe Dazong Lake as a pearl embedded in a secluded valley of dense forests, radiating dazzling light between high mountains and deep valleys. Dazong Lake is regarded as one of the sacred "spirit lakes" by locals. In front of the lakeshore plateau, rows of prayer flags flutter and arrow shafts stand tall. Every June, pilgrims flock here to offer prayers and insert arrows. During this time, the entire mountain is enveloped in incense smoke, and the sound of conch shells echoes through the skies. Men and women spin prayer wheels and chant scriptures, circumambulating the lake clockwise three times before casting treasure vases into the water to worship the sacred lake, praying for divine blessings, bountiful harvests, and prosperity for both people and livestock. Dazong is not only an excellent alpine pasture but also a natural paradise for gatherings of waterfowl.