Hidden deep in the forests of Jiuzhaigou in Sichuan Province on the Chinese mainland, Five-Flower Lake live-transforms with each season, earning its nickname the 'Color Sprite'.
In spring, its clear waters mirror a fresh canopy of green, evoking the forest’s renewal.
Come summer, the lake shimmers with an otherworldly azure blue as sunlight dances across its surface.
Autumn brings a blend of red, orange and golden hues, painting the waters with fall’s rich palette.
Winter transforms the lake into a crystal dream: a layer of glittering ice captures the light like diamonds.
Below the surface, dead trees formed by calcified deposits rise from the lakebed, their ghostly silhouettes contrasting with the vivid water, like a gemstone inlaid amid mountains and forests.
From every angle, Five-Flower Lake is more than a photo op—it’s a living canvas that reminds us how nature shifts and shines with the seasons. Which season would you chase? Let us know below.
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Live: Five-Flower Lake – the 'Color Sprite' of Jiuzhaigou, SW China
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