Nianhu Lake
念湖（跃进水库）
A highland lake within the black-necked crane reserve in Daqiao Township, where cranes gather and take flight each winter; a well-known spot for wildlife photographers.
Nianhu Lake is the Yuejin Reservoir in Daqiao Township, Huize. It lies inside the Huize Black-necked Crane National Nature Reserve at an altitude of about 2,500 metres. Every winter, large numbers of black-necked cranes and bar-headed geese overwinter here. The classic photo shows golden sunrise light on the lake as the cranes take flight. Local villagers have set up viewing spots for photographers, and some charge a small fee. It is about an hour's drive from the county town. Winter mornings often drop below 0°C, so bring warm clothing and a telephoto lens. Keep your distance when watching birds and do not disturb the flocks.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Baiwu Village, Nagu
- Huguang Guild Hall (Shoufo Temple)
- Jiangxi Guild Hall (Wanshou Palace)
- Former Residence of Tang Jiyao
- Huize Old Town
- Qianwang Street
- Huize Confucian Temple
- Yili River Hydropower Station (Maojiacun Reservoir)