The minerals contained in the salt there give the salt a relatively livid color. Also, the salt of Saka Salt Lake is called 'Livid Salt'.

The salt prevents the meat from turning an unattractive gray color as it ages, slows the fat from spoiling and inhibits bacteria from forming.

Well salt, dinosaur, and color lanterns are the highlights of the city. They are the records of Zigong's time-honored history.