Riding the Winter Blue Waves of Ranwu Lake

Riding the Winter Blue Waves of Ranwu Lake Ranwu Lake is located between the Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains and the Boshula Ridge of the Hengduan Mountains. It is composed of three interconnected lakes: Yangcuo Lake, Bangcuo Lake, and Leng'anjia Lake. It is known as the "Jade Pool of the Southwest" and the "Jiuzhaigou of the Plateau." In winter, Ranwu Lake is covered in snow, and the lake is a deep blue, like a dreamlike ice-blue world. Altitude: About 3,800 meters Ranwu Lake is called Ranwu Cuo in Tibetan, meaning "Sheep Milk Lake," because its milky white waters resemble sheep's milk. Transportation: Self-driving is recommended, and you can also visit the Laigu Glacier along the way. Tickets: Free