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Plateau Pearl: The Scenery of Dian Lake

Dian Lake, renowned as the "Plateau Pearl," is the sixth largest freshwater lake in China and the largest highland freshwater lake in Yunnan Province. Located southwest of Kunming, it boasts a vast and spectacular expanse, historically celebrated as the "Five-Hundred-Li Dian Lake." The lakeshore is adorned with picturesque scenery, surrounded by famous mountains and attractions such as the Dragon Gate on Western Hill. #mytraveldiary

Posted: Sep 27, 2025

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