Lugu Lake, Kingdom of Women

Author: He Jianquan
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Publish Date: 2003-11-01
Features: Here is known as the "Mysterious Land of Eastern Women" for its mystical charm. At the foot of Mount Gemo and by the shores of Lake Lugu, the Mosuo people have preserved matriarchal family structures based on maternal lineage, along with the unique "Axi" marriage system where men do not marry and women do not take husbands, characterized by free unions and voluntary separations. This is a rare matriarchal cultural wonder in the world today, deeply attracting the research interest of experts and scholars from China and abroad. Consequently, tourists and sightseers flock here. The unparalleled natural scenery and the ancient, mysterious ethnic culture along the lake shores have made Lake Lugu a popular destination for exploration and tourism in recent years. The harmonious blend of natural and cultural landscapes enhances the attractiveness of Ninglang.
Ninglang, renowned both at home and abroad for its beautiful landscapes of Lake Lugu and the unique customs of its various ethnic groups, is often called the "Penglai of the Overseas." The stunningly beautiful Mount Gemo, the historic Yongning Lamasery, and the alpine hot springs are just a few of the wonders that paint a magical and picturesque scene within Ninglang. Every mountain, river, village, and hamlet here exudes a poetic charm and a fairy-tale-like allure.