Five Flowers Lake, Natural lake in Jiuzhaigou Valley, China.
The lake displays multiple shades of blue, green, and yellow throughout the year, with ancient fallen tree trunks visible through its transparent waters.
The establishment of Jiuzhaigou National Park in 1982 marked the end of logging activities and initiated conservation efforts to protect Five Flowers Lake.
The native Tibetan and Qiang communities maintain traditional practices around the lake, considering it a manifestation of natural forces.
Visitors can reach the lake via designated shuttle buses from the park entrance, with multiple viewing platforms offering different perspectives of the water.
Scientists have discovered an underground tunnel system connecting Five Flowers Lake to neighboring water bodies, adding complexity to its hydrological structure.
Location: Jiuzhaigou County
GPS coordinates: 33.16060,103.87887
Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:38
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