Jingniang Lake
京娘湖
A high-canyon lake deep in the Taihang Mountains, with emerald water between cliffs. Legend says Zhao Kuangyin escorted Jingniang a thousand li to this spot. Boat tours are available.
Jingniang Lake lies in the Taihang Mountains in the northwest of Wu'an City. It is a mountain lake formed by a dam built across a canyon, with emerald water, red sandstone cliffs and dense forest on both shores. The scenic area takes its name from the folk tale of Emperor Taizu of Song, Zhao Kuangyin, who escorted Jingniang a thousand li. Along the lake are related sites such as Jingniang Shrine. Visitors can take boat rides, walk plank paths and climb up to view the canyon, and the autumn foliage is especially beautiful. It is a national 4A scenic area about 70 km from Handan city, best reached by car. A visit takes about half a day, and it can be combined with Qibugou and Guwudang Mountain.
Opening hours
About 08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Dongtaihang Scenic Area
- Guwudang Mountain
- Qibugou Scenic Area
- Shexian Dryland Stone Terraces
- Wahuang Palace
- Northern Xiangtangshan Grottoes
- Former HQ of the 129th Division
- Southern Xiangtangshan Grottoes