Brief introduction of crescent spring in Mingsha Mountain

Today, Bian Xiao will share with you the travel guide of Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring. This tourist attraction in Gansu is the punching point of our trip to Gansu. The scenery is beautiful and there are some mysteries. So, let's learn how to play!

Landscape introduction

Yueya Spring Scenic Spot of Mingsha Mountain is located 5 kilometers southwest of Dunhuang City at the western end of Hexi Corridor in Gansu Province and 7 kilometers south of the northern foot of Mingsha Mountain. Since the Han Dynasty, it has been one of the "Eight Scenes of Dunhuang", named "Yue Quan Che Xiao". It has been designated as a national key scenic spot and won the honorary title of "one of the five most beautiful deserts in China".

Mingsha

Mingsha Mountain starts from the top of Mogao Grottoes in the east and connects Danghe Reservoir in the west. It is 40 kilometers long from east to west and 20 kilometers wide from north to south. Sand hill is tens of meters high, not too big. The whole mountain is made up of red, yellow, green, black and white rice grains. The peak is like a blade, and the mountain shape is beautiful. Look at the ups and downs in the distance, winding like a dragon; Look at those round grains of sand, as soft as silk.

No matter who you are, you will have the urge to climb the sand mountain. It is not easy to climb the sand mountain. Soft and fine sand will retreat half a step if you move forward. There seems to be no parallel progress. In desperation, I had to climb up with my hands and feet to see if it was near the top of the mountain. A no-go sign blocked the road, so I had to park my car there.

Looking around, under the sunshine, a series of Sha Feng are magnificent like golden waves in the sea. Look closely at the sand waves on the sand slope, they are like ripples of light waves; Sometimes micro-motion, sometimes gentle, sometimes twists and turns, ups and downs, full of fun. Far-sighted, heaven and earth suddenly enlightened, mind suddenly enlightened. Childishness can't help but sprout, and I can't wait to roll on the sand.

Crescent spring

Under the sand mountain is a clear spring, such as a crescent moon, which falls in the sand mountain depression; Like a girl, snuggle in the lover's arms; This is the crescent spring, known as "the first spring in the world". Since the Eastern Han Dynasty, it has been recorded in all dynasties. Yuanhe County Chronicle of Tang Dynasty: "Mingsha Mountain has spring water called Shajing. Throughout the ages, the sand has not been filled and the water is extremely sweet. " There is a poem that says, "The first light of the bright moon is half of Kagami Akira. The wind and sand are endless, and the water in the abyss stops. "

There are more than 100 temples at the crescent moon, with carved beams and painted buildings, cornices and walls, which are elegant and spectacular against the backdrop of spring water. But it was destroyed during the Cultural Revolution, and the present building was built in the 1980s. This new building is a pity. A few years ago, it was reported that; The crescent water level drops, and the crescent water is almost gone. However, when we came, somehow, the crescent spring was not only covered with aquatic plants, but also a pool was born outside the crescent. The two pools set each other off and the full moon is near.

Crescent Spring is nearly 100 meters long from north to south and about 25 meters wide from east to west. The spring is deep in the east and shallow in the west, with the deepest point of about 5 meters. Curved like a crescent moon, hence the name. Known as "the first spring in the desert". The crescent spring is shaped like a crescent moon. In spring, aquatic plants and charophytes grow, and reeds are dense on the south bank, surrounded by quicksand. Although spring is not covered with sand in the gale. Because "the spring reflects the moon without dust" and "the ancient sand does not fill the spring, and the spring color does not fade", it has become a spectacle. According to legend, there are iron-backed fish and seven-star grass growing in spring, which specialize in treating intractable diseases. Eating it can make you live forever, so it is also called "medicine spring".

Mingshashan Yueya Spring

It used to be a gathering place for Chinese and western cultural celebrities. Since ancient times, it has been famous for its wonderful landscape of "mountain springs coexist, sand and water coexist" and is known as "one of the scenic spots beyond the Great Wall". Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring are twin sisters on the Gobi Desert. Whether from the top of the mountain or from the spring, they will be fascinated.

There are many theories about the mystery that Crescent Moon Spring has not been covered with sand in strong winds for thousands of years. Some people think that this area may be the bend of the original Danghe River and a part of the Dunhuang Oasis. Because of the movement of sand dunes and the change of waterways, it has become a separate water body. Because of the low terrain, the water seeping into the ground is constantly replenished into the spring water, making it trickle and never dry up during drought. This explanation seems to be one of the reasons why the crescent spring did not disappear, but it cannot explain why the flying sand did not land on the crescent spring.

: Precautions

1. There are two best angles to enjoy or photograph Crescent Moon Spring: one is to climb to the top of Shashan Mountain and overlook Crescent Moon Spring; The second one is a close-up of Crescent Moon Spring.

2. When climbing the sand mountain, please follow the signs of the scenic spot and carry out activities within the climbing range specified by the scenic spot. Never play "adventure" outside the area alone, so as not to endanger your own safety.

3. When riding a camel, you should obey the arrangement of the camel leader or tour guide, and don't feed the camel or Doby at will to prevent accidents. Don't go near the camel's hind feet or head to prevent it from kicking you and spraying you with its mouth.

4. There is a small storage box in the tourist center of the scenic spot, and large items can be stored in the information desk of the scenic spot.

During the annual Golden Week and the "Sand-skiing Festival" in June, the number of tourists here will surge. Visitors are advised to peak off.

6. There is a lot of sunlight radiation and ultra-strong ultraviolet rays here. No matter where you go, you need to pay attention to sun protection and ultraviolet protection.

transport

Take bus No.3 to downtown, and you can reach the gate of the scenic spot at the terminal.

entrance ticket

Ordinary ticket: 120 yuan (Monday to Sunday 65438+1 October1to 65438+February 3 1).

Half-ticket: Students, senior citizens aged 60-69, and children with a height of 1.2m- 1.4m show their valid certificates and identity cards.

Free of charge: active servicemen, armed police, disabled soldiers, retired military cadres, military cadets, disabled people, journalists, elderly people over 70 years old, and children under 1.2 meters with valid certificates and ID cards.

Business?Hours?

07:00- 19:00 ticket sales stop time: 19:00(65438+ 10/-65438+February 3 1 Monday-Sunday)

Tips:

The opening hours are newly announced on the official website and will change from time to time. Please refer to official website for details and sunset time.

strategic vision

transport

Take bus No.3 to the gate of the scenic spot.

entrance ticket

Adult ticket: 120 RMB (Monday to Sunday 65438+1 October1to 65438+February 3 1).

Free of charge: Jiuquan tourists, servicemen, armed police, disabled soldiers, retired military cadres, cadets in military schools, disabled people, disabled soldiers, elderly people over 70 years old, elderly people in Gansu Province (preferential card for elderly people in Gansu Province), children under 1.2m, journalists, members of China Photographers Association, China Artists Association, China Musicians Association and China Calligraphers Association must show their original certificates and ID cards.

Business?Hours?

07:00- 19:00 (Monday to Sunday, 65438+1October1-65438+February 3 1)

Ok, then, let's collect this tourist information about Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring! There are many interesting projects here, and you can also experience them!