The Double Seventh Festival, celebrated on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month and also known as Chinese Valentine's Day, is a traditional festival full of romance.

But for many young men, the festival feels more like a form of torture. How to surprise their lovers? Taking a trip would be a nice choice, but where to go?

The following ten sites are ideal Double Seventh Festival destinations. Whether you want to experience beautiful natural scenery, unique local culture, or exceptional entertainment, you can find the perfect destination in China on the following Top 10 list:

  Lugu Lake (瀘沽湖)

Lugu Lake

Located in the mountainous region between Yunnan and Sichuan provinces about 200 kilometers from Lijiang, Lugu Lake is a shimmering pearl inlaid in the hills of Yunnan's northwest plateau. Many communities of ethnic minorities, such as the Yi, the Tibetans, and the matriarchal Mosuo, live around the lake's shores. There is also a path around the lake that is popular among backpackers.