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Yanyuan Travel Guide

Yanyuan County is under the jurisdiction of Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture in Sichuan Province. It is located on the southeastern edge of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau and on the west bank of the lower reaches of the Yalong River. Yanyuan County got its name due to being rich in salt (Yanyuan literally means “salt source”). There is also a local legend about a salt well discovered by a Mosuo shepherdess. Yanyuan’s natural scenery is very beautiful, and features attractions such as Lugu Lake, Luowa Wharf, and Dazu Pier.
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What to Do

Looking for things to do in Yanyuan? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Sichuanlugu Lake Scenic Area

Sichuanlugu Lake Scenic Area

6.6
4.7/5166 Review
"Lakes"
Qingrentan

Qingrentan

5.4
4.5/5142 Review
"Wetlands"
Zouhun Bridge (Walking Marriage Bridge)

Zouhun Bridge (Walking Marriage Bridge)

5.2
4.5/5225 Review
"Bridges"
Seagrass

Seagrass

5.0
4.5/5363 Review
"Lakes"
Lugu Lake's Goddess Bay

Lugu Lake's Goddess Bay

5.0
4.7/5239 Review
"Ports/Bays"
Lugu Lake
Nearby Attractions

Lugu Lake

8.7
4.7/59,378 Review
"Hiking"
"Lakes"
Gesala Ecotourism Area
Nearby Attractions

Gesala Ecotourism Area

5.9
4.8/5269 Review
"Geological Sites"
"Forests"
Lugu Lake Zhucao (Pig Trough) Boat Tour

Lugu Lake Zhucao (Pig Trough) Boat Tour

4.3
4.4/562 Review
"Boat Tours"
Luyuan Cliff

Luyuan Cliff

3.9
4.8/519 Review
"Lakes"
"Observation Decks"
Lugu Lake Riding

Lugu Lake Riding

3.9
4.6/528 Review
"Hiking/Biking"
"Hiking/Biking"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Yanyuan, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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MEI LU. LAKESIDE  HOTEL
Tinghaiyue Hotel

Tinghaiyue Hotel

4.4/518 Review
Nibawo Muchen Hostel

Nibawo Muchen Hostel

4.8/5284 Review
YSJ HOEL

YSJ HOEL

4.8/585 Review
Zhuxia Guesthouse

Zhuxia Guesthouse

4.3/5105 Review
Yanyuan Shenghao Hotel

Yanyuan Shenghao Hotel

4.8/5216 Review
Luguhu Poju Inn

Luguhu Poju Inn

4.9/5118 Review

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Yanyuan dishes and foodie spots.
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野生菌蒸汽石锅鱼

野生菌蒸汽石锅鱼

4.7/511 Review
Avg. USD9/person
"Hot Pot"
好人小吃

好人小吃

4.7/5111 Review
Avg. USD5/person
"Buffets"
Lugu Lake Wanxinju . Steamed Stone Pot Fish Restaurant

Lugu Lake Wanxinju . Steamed Stone Pot Fish Restaurant

4.7/57 Review
Avg. USD8/person
"Hot Pot"
灶台鱼

灶台鱼

1 Review
Avg. USD7/person
"Fast Food"
饱食捷生态石锅鱼

饱食捷生态石锅鱼

5.0/51 Review
Avg. USD9/person
"Hot Pot"
喜洋洋老盐边羊肉米线

喜洋洋老盐边羊肉米线

4.6/57 Review
Avg. USD1/person
"Snacks"
塔央生态园林餐厅

塔央生态园林餐厅

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Avg. USD10/person
"Hot Pot"
Zhaojiawanshiguo Fish

Zhaojiawanshiguo Fish

5.0/51 Review
Avg. USD10/person
"Hot Pot"
盐源县田园休闲农庄

盐源县田园休闲农庄

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"Snacks"
糊涂餐吧

糊涂餐吧

5.0/53 Review
Avg. USD5/person
"Szechuan Cuisine"
泸沽湖扎西哥哥音乐酒馆

泸沽湖扎西哥哥音乐酒馆

5.0/51 Review
Avg. USD4/person
"Coffee Shops"
农家蒸汽石锅鱼

农家蒸汽石锅鱼

4.1/59 Review
Avg. USD8/person
"Home-style Chinese"

Discover the Real Yanyuan With a Local Expert

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Lugu Lake | My Mysterious Daughter Country of the White Moonlight
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Ancient true feelings can't be kept, it's better to come here to enjoy the scenery
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