Located on the Yunnan-Sichuan border, Lugu Lake is a stunning alpine lake in Ninglang County, Lijiang, known as the "Pearl of the Plateau". Perched at 2,685 meters, it's Yunnan's highest lake and China's third-deepest freshwater lake, with crystal-clear waters reflecting surrounding peaks like the sacred Gemu Goddess Mountain.

Shaped like a horseshoe, the lake features five islands and serene bays. It's the heartland of the Mosuo people, a Naxi subgroup preserving the world's rare matrilineal society—the "Kingdom of Women". Here, lineage passes through females, and the Mosuo practice "walking marriage" (visiting relationships), a living fossil of ancient marriage traditions.A perfect blend of breathtaking nature and mysterious matriarchal culture, Lugu Lake offers an unforgettable journey into a timeless, unspoiled world.