Stone Elephant Lake (Shixiang Lake)
The Stone Elephant Lake, aka Shixiang Lake, is located in Pujiang County, about 89 kilometers (55 miles) southwest of central Chengdu. It got its name for the Stone Elephant Temple by the lake. The lake is like a natural maze owing to the numerous bays and turnings. The highlights of the scenic area are Stone Elephant Temple, Stone Elephant Lake, various flowers and luxuriant Chinese red pine forest.
Map of Chengdu Stone Elephant Lake (Click to enlarge) |
Stone Elephant Temple
Stone Elephant Lake
Sea of Tulips and Lily Flowers
Forest of Chinese Red Pines
How to get to Stone Elephant Lake from Chengdu
Entrance Fee | CNY 80 |
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Transportation Fee inside the Scenic Area | Boat: CNY 40 per person Battery Car: CNY 10 per person |
Opening Hours | May to Sep.: 8:30 - 17:30 Oct. to Apr.: 9:00- 17:00 |
- Last updated on Jul. 23, 2019 -
Questions & Answers on Stone Elephant Lake (Shixiang Lake)
Asked by JAHYA_YUNUS | Apr. 03, 2017 02:21Reply
i will be in Chengdu 16-25 april 2017 and plan to go to Shi Xiang Lake Tulip Festival.
Pls advise if the festival is still on at that time & when exactly it ends?
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Answered by Neil from CANADA | Apr. 07, 2017 02:26
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Yes, the tulip festival is still on during that time.
There is no exact end date. According to the history data, it will end at the early May. You can keep close attention to the lastest information.
There is no exact end date. According to the history data, it will end at the early May. You can keep close attention to the lastest information.
Asked by CHAN from CHINA | Dec. 05, 2016 09:39Reply
When will the bus depart from Stone Elephant Lake to Xinnanmen Bus Station, Chengdu?
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Answered by George from NEW ZEALAND | Dec. 06, 2016 01:38
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I have no idea of the exact schedule. I remember that the last bus departs at around 18:00. The trip takes about 1.5 hours. You can confirm this with the staff upon arrival. Have a good trip! :)