Five must-visit places in Lijiang

No 4. Xiwa'e Island

Xiwa'e Island is located in the northwestern part of Lugu Lake, about 2,000 meters away from the lake's bank. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Walking under the shade of trees on Xiwa'e Island, one can discover splendid tales of the past.

All of the splendor from the island's old days was smashed in turmoil. Only relics remain to tell the island's history of prosperity. Now, Xiwa'e Island is a heaven for snakes, which is why it is also called Snake Island.