Mata Lake is crystal clear, with more than 265,438+000 rivers interwoven into a network extending in all directions. There are 27 natural villages in the lake area, each of which is near the lake. Every household is connected by water and boats. A small bridge is set up in front of the door, and boats are parked behind the yard. The bridge is picturesque. Therefore, Mata Lake Scenic Area is also known as the "Northern Jiangnan" water town. Qifeng Town, where the Lake District is located, is a model of small town construction in China. On both sides of the broad asphalt road, rows of small buildings stand along the street, including classical buildings with cornices and arches, as well as modern "foreign small buildings", with different shapes and characteristics. From this, we can appreciate the new life and new features of the people in the lake area, and we can also appreciate the superb skills of craftsmen in the hometown of architecture. Entering Mata Lake, there are many stops, and you can travel all over the lake by boat, which is both interesting and natural. To the north is the lotus viewing area, and to the west is the Matahu Painting and Calligraphy Exhibition Hall. Continuing north, it is the center of Mata Lake Scenic Area-Wuxian Temple. "Five sages" refer to Yan Shu, Lv Zhonglian, Yuan Gu, Zhuge Liang and Su Dongpo. On the north side of Wuxian Temple are Xuye Bookstore and Iceberg Site. After listening to Lu Zhonglian's story, to the north is Matahu Farmhouse, where locals are weaving and spinning in the most traditional way. Entering a large lotus viewing area on the west side of the lake area, Mata Lake is full of lotus leaves and ponds every July and August, and the scenery is very beautiful. On the north side of the lotus viewing area is the Baiqintai site. According to historical records, Baiqintai was a palace built by Qi Huangong in Qifeng Town, also known as "Huan Gong Tai". To the east along the lake road is the Diaoyutai site of Swallow. After enjoying the scenic spots and historical sites, you can experience the folk customs of the lake area in the peasant customs area. Here, you can see the lake customs and folk customs such as osprey fishing, fishermen fishing with nets and ducks on the lake. There is a water park on the west side of the farm customs area. There are not only swings, seesaws, pavilions, arch bridges, but also many snack bars in the middle of the lake. There are various traditional flavors and famous foods in the lake area.