In ancient literature, it was once called Hull River, Yeyuhe River, Yeyuze River, Mihe River, Kunmichuan River and Kunming Pool. It was formed by the collapse of the Xi 'er River. The plateau lake is like an ear, hence the name Erhai Lake. Although the area is not as large as Dianchi Lake, due to the deep water level, the storage capacity is larger than Dianchi Lake. Cangshan Lake and Erhai Lake are interdependent.
Erhai Lake is a scenic spot with excellent water quality and rich aquatic resources. Although Erhai Lake is called the sea, it is actually a lake. It is said that because Bai people have never seen the sea, it is called Erhai Lake to show their yearning for the sea.
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The short story of Erhai Lake
Legend has it that the ancient emperor's daughter just got married and her husband went to war. After more than ten years, everyone who heard it said that he was dead. The newly-married princess began to cry day and night, and finally appeared crying. At this time, the princess was nearing the end of her life, just as her husband had just returned, but it was time to say goodbye when she got together.
The princess's husband was in pain and swore loudly to heaven that he would turn the mountain into the sea. They have been accompanied by mountains and rivers for two generations, and they have Erhai Lake and Cangshan Mountain. Since then, whenever fishermen catch fish and see two clouds winding back and forth over Cangshan Mountain, they must quickly close their nets and go home.
Because this is the time when the princess and her husband get together, they will cry for joy because of the short meeting. At this time, Erhai Lake will become frantic and the atmosphere will surge, and people around Erhai Lake will be very scared. At this time, people will stay indoors until the end.
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