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Dian Lake (Dianchi), is located at the foot of the Western Hills south-west of Kunming city in Yunnan Province. It has 370 square kilometers in area, 44 meters deep, and 1,885 meters in elevation and is the eighth largest lake in China. . Being a bright and smooth highland lake, it's reputed as "A Pearl on the Yungui Plateau". Its shores are dotted with scenes of rich scenic beauty and areas of historical significance.
Sailing on the lake proves a most enchanting experience with the boat swaying gently on a vast surface of liquid silver. At night, the moon casts a hazy glow over the lake, and the silence of the scene is broken only by the gentle sigh of a refreshing breeze.
Known for having the longest antithetical couplet in China, the Grand View Park, also called Daguan Park, is found within walking distance from the Western Hills. It shares Dianchi Lake with the Western Hills, which are on the opposite shore. The total area, including both water and land, is approximate 60 Ha.
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