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Chagan Lake, also known as Chagan Pao, Mongolian for Chagan Nur, meaning white holy lake, includes three sister lakes: Xindian Lake, Xinmiao Lake and Kuli Lake. Chagan Lake is one of the ten largest freshwater lakes in the country, and also serves as the set of the TV series "Holy Water Lake." Sit in the thick grass and listen to the melodious horse-head harp, go fishing in a boat, birdwatch or enjoy many other leisure activities.

The first records of ice fishing on the Chagan Lake stem from the Liao and Jin dynasties (907-1234). Descendants from ancient fishing tribes around the lake have carried on the traditional ice fishing practices. In 2009, ice fishing on Chagan Lake became one of the eight wonders of Jilin province. The annual Winter Fishing Festival set up to protect and pass on the ancient methods has become an attraction for visitors far and wide.