Shudu Lake (aka: Shuoduhai Lake) near Zhongdian -- Yunnan Province, China
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 Shudu Lake is 43 km northeast of the city of Zhongdian (aka:Shangri-la).
The lake is 3705 meters (12,155 feet) above sea level and is one of the largest lakes in Diqing Prefecture. The lake water is so clear and still that people can see the golden line along the stomach of the cracked-stomach fish residing in its waters.  Shudu Lake is a famous pasture in Diqing.  Every spring and summer herds of yak and goat are found grazing along side the lake.