Lake Shuduhu

» Shangri-la, Yun Nan

Lake Shuduhu Overview & Map Weather Transportation Information

Lake Shuduhu is located at the northeast of the city of Shangri-la. Lake Shuduhu has been constructed into a high-land pasture resort.

How it got its name

It has a legend that in ancient times, an eminent monk roamed from place to place, one day, he arrived here. The herdsmen supported and served him with cheese. The eminent monk was glad to see that the cheese of the pastureland of Shudukang is as strong as stone, so he prayed "Wish the cheese here is as strong as stone forever." From then on the name of Shudukang came into being.

Fish in "Shuduhu"

The lake is 3705 meters above sea level and is one of the biggest lakes in Diqing Prefecture. The lake water is so limpid that tourists can see the playing golden cracked-stomach fish, which get the name for the fact that there is a crack line along its stomach.

Something surround the lake

The lake is surrounded by a forest of fir, spruce and silver birch, and is home to lots of wild animals such as bears, golden cats, deer and pheasants.

Rearing on pasture

A beautiful pasture stretches on the lakeside. Herds of yak and goat graze beside the lake the shepherd's shelters dots on the grassland. Tourists not only could hear the sound of flute comes from afar. When staying beside the lake, Tourists buy also deeply feel the quiet and leisurely life of high-land people.

Heaven on earth

If there is one word to describe Lake Shuduhu, it would be heavenly. Its deep-blue waters resonate a sense of calm and Zen. The entire place is very quiet, although there were many people around. Most visitors can't help but feel in awe with this piece of tranquil beauty.

What amuse you

Lake Shuduhu Pasture Resort can provide people with the service of hiking around the lake, horse-riding tour, watching wild fauna and flora in the primitive forest and fishing in the lake, etc. It's a good camping spot in the summertime, and there is a restaurant and guesthouse nearby. There's no public transportation to the lake yet, so you need to rent a car (find a few other people to go with you to keep costs down).

Attractions around » Shangri-la, Yun Nan

Natural Scene

• Shangri-la
• Meili Snow Mountain
• Lake Bitahai
• Lake Shuduhu
• Lake Napahai
• Baishui Tableland

Historical Site

• Songzanlin Temple

Lake Shuduhu Highlights

Lake & Spring in Great China

• West Lake
• Lake Kanas
• Lake Namtso
• Lake Qinghaihu
• Lake Yamdrok
• Huaqing Pool
• Crescent Spring
• Lake Qiandaohu
• Lake Xuanwuhu
• Lake Taihu
• Slender West Lake
• Lake Hongfenghu
• Lake Dianchi
• Lake Luguhu
• Heavenly Lake
• Butterfly Spring
• Lake Erhai
• Longsheng Hot Spring National Park
• Lake Bitahai
• Lake Shuduhu
• Lake Napahai
• Red Carp Pond
• Hupao Spring
• Black Dragon Pool
• Lake Karakuli
• Tianhe Pool
• Lake Dongtinghu
• Baotu Spring
• Lake Daminghu
• Yuquan Park
• Lake Bosten
• East Lake Scenic Area

Lake Shuduhu FAQ & Travelers's Tips

  Weather

1. When to go
2. Changeable weather

  Food

1. Tibetan drinking custom: do as the Tibentan does
2. Useful butter tea custom info

  Other Hints

1. Are there any tips for me to know when traveling on altitude place?
2. How is the telecommunication there?
3. Can I get online there?
4. How to bring back the Tibetan knife I bought?
5. Useful Numbers:
6. Emergency Numbers:

• When to go

  Spring and summer are the best seasons to visit Shangri-la when temperatures are moderate. The scenery is also gorgeous during these periods, with flowers blossoming and wildlife thriving in this pretty area.

  Autumn in Diqing Plateau is also spectacular. 10 days after the Mid Autumn Festival, the leaves fall form the teas and the area takes on a picture postcard appearance.

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• Changeable weather

  Bear in mind however, that Shangri-la is very high, and temperatures can change fast here. It is not unusual too, to see some snow fall in the autumn months. What's more, the temperature can vary greatly within the space of one day. Visitors to this region should come prepared- packing a variety of clothes and shoes. As usual in China- always carry your umbrella!

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• Are there any tips for me to know when traveling on altitude place?

  
  After arriving in Shangri-La, you may have altitude stress: shortness of breath, chest tightness and dreaminess. At this moment, do not do strenuous exercise or drink alcohol; have a good rest and keep warm, and you will be fine.

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• Tibetan drinking custom: do as the Tibentan does

  Before you drink a toast proposed by Tibetans, you should moisten your index fingers with the liquor, flick this finger three times, and then say Zha-xi-de-le'. ('Zha-xi-de-le' means 'as lucky as one's wishes' in Tibetan.) According to the Tibetan customs, you should sip three times and the host will refill your cup three times. After that, you ought to drink up. If you really can not stand much liquor, you can tell the host politely.

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• Useful butter tea custom info

  In a Tibetan family, there is an order to the drinking of butter tea. The elders, parents, guests and the persons they pay respect to will drink first; then, the host himself and lastly the younger people. The host will add the butter tea into your cup from time to time. So, if you have drunk enough, you should use your palm to cover the cup mouth and the host will understand. When you leave the family, you should leave a little buttered tea in your cup, which signals for your respect to the host.

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• How is the telecommunication there?

  China Mobile Communications Corporation is in the process of making the communication net cover the whole county. Now, the mobile phones can be used in most areas of Shangri-La. The signal strength may be very poor sometimes, especially in the mountains or in a gorge.

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• Can I get online there?

  Usually in your hotel, there will be internet service; but if not, you can find internet bars on Changzhen Road, and there you can go to post office to get online. It charges 4 RMB an hour in the post office.

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• How to bring back the Tibetan knife I bought?

  The Tibetan knife with not be allowed through customs at the airport however it can be taken to the train and sent by post.

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• Useful Numbers:

  • Diqing Shangri-La Airport Inquiry: 0887-8229901
    
  • Tourist Complaint: 0887-8225390

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• Emergency Numbers:

  • Fire: 119
    
  • Ambulance: 120
    
  • Police: 110
    
  • Traffic: 122
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