Introduction:

Chagan Lake Scenic Area, located in Songyuan City, Jilin Province, China, is one of the top ten freshwater lakes in China. It is renowned for its rich fishery resources, beautiful natural scenery, and unique winter fishing culture. The annual Chagan Lake Winter Fishing Festival attracts numerous visitors who come to witness the spectacular scene of ice fishing, preserving an ancient fishing heritage.

Advantages:

  • Natural Scenery: Chagan Lake boasts beautiful scenery all year round, with clear waters and vast grasslands along its shores, making it ideal for eco-tourism.
  • Winter Fishing Culture: The Chagan Lake Winter Fishing Festival is recognized as an intangible cultural heritage, allowing visitors to witness traditional fishing techniques passed down over a thousand years.
  • Abundant Fish Resources: Known for high-quality fish like carp and silver carp, Chagan Lake offers visitors the chance to enjoy fresh lake delicacies.

Ticket Prices:

  • Peak Season (December-February): Approximately 50 RMB per person
  • Off-Peak Season: Approximately 30 RMB per person
  • Winter Fishing Festival Period: Additional charges may apply; please refer to the official notice for exact details.

Opening Hours:

  • Open Year-Round, with slight variations depending on the season.
  • Winter Fishing Festival: Mid-December to mid-January annually.

Discount Policies:

  • Children: Free for children under 1.2 meters in height.
  • Seniors: 50% discount for those aged 60 and above with valid ID; free entry for those aged 70 and above.
  • Students: 50% discount with a valid student ID.
  • Military Personnel: Free entry for active military personnel with valid ID.

Transportation:

  • Bus: There are direct tourist buses from Songyuan City to Chagan Lake.
  • Self-Driving: Visitors can drive from Songyuan City to the scenic area, and parking is available within the lake area.
  • Train: After arriving at Songyuan Railway Station, take a bus or taxi to Chagan Lake.
  • Taxi/Didi: Taxis and Didi services are readily available in Songyuan City for travel to Chagan Lake.

Keywords (Chinese-English):

  • 查干湖 (Chagan Lake)
  • 冬捕 (Winter Fishing)
  • 渔猎文化 (Fishing Culture)
  • 鲤鱼 (Carp)
  • 松原 (Songyuan City)
  • 生态旅游 (Ecotourism)