With the altitude is 2,618m, the depth is 6m and the area is 170,000 sq. m., the Jianzhu (Arrow Bamboo) Lake is noted for its open space and dark blue water. It is the feeding site of giant pandas, that grows a large amount of arrow bamboo. As it neighbors the Xiongmao Lake, hence the name.
In 2001, reputed Chinese movie director Zhang Yimou selected this site for his production of the movie “The Hero”, because of its charming scenery. |