The "sea" in the northwest - the Juyan Sea in Ejina Banner, the beauty of the sunrise competes with the poplar euphratica forest in the golden autumn

In addition to Populus euphratica, there is also a "sea" in Ejina Banner. Many famous people came here in history, such as Huo Qubing and Zhang Qian in the Han Dynasty, and Wang Wei, the great poet of the Tang Dynasty, all stayed here. footprints. Nowadays, after seeing the Populus euphratica forest, most tourists will leave their footprints here.

This "sea" is Juyan Sea, which is one of the largest lakes in northwest my country. Its shape is long and narrow, like a crescent moon. The Ejina River flows into the lake and is the main supply of Juyan Sea. water source. Juyan is a Xiongnu language, which is translated as weak water flow and sand in "Shui Jing Zhu". It was called Juyanze in the Han Dynasty, Xihai in the Wei and Jin Dynasties, and Juyanhai from the Tang Dynasty.

Historically, the area of ??Juyanhai was much larger than it is now, and the water and grass were more abundant. It was also the only way from the Mongolian Plateau to Hexi and the Western Regions. Therefore, it was the Xiongnu's contact point between the Waqiang and the Hehuangqiang*** At the same time it attacked an important stronghold of the Han Dynasty, and it was also the forward position for the Han Dynasty to attack the Xiongnu.

The current Dongju Yanhai (also known as Supo Nur) and Xiju Yanhai (also known as Gashun Nur) are composed of other lakes. The Juyanhai that tourists go to today refers to Dongju Yanhai. Yanhai (Supo Nur) and other lakes have dried up. Xijuyanhai has begun to restore its water surface through continuous water replenishment in recent years.

Juyanhai is very famous for its sunrises and sunsets. It can be said that there are always people waiting for the sunrise and sunset by the lake all year round. Photographers from all walks of life set up long guns and short cannons to occupy a piece of land. Take pictures of the streaks of rays of light that appear in the sky at sunrise, and the sky full of burning clouds at sunset...

The seagulls in Juyanhai are a kind of migratory birds. Autumn is the last moment when they gather here. As the temperature drops, They will leave here and fly south. From time to time, the cheerful cries of seagulls pierce the sky, adding a bit of vitality to the silent Juyanhai.

Tips: ① During the "National Day" period, there are many people watching the sunrise in Juyanhai, so you should go early. It is less than an hour's drive from Ejina. It is best to take the lower road (old road). Otherwise, you will be stuck at the toll station and you may miss the sunrise. ② It takes time to queue up to buy tickets. In other words: to watch the sunrise in Juyanhai, it is best to leave two hours in advance. ③Enter the scenic spot, don’t miss the stands and high hills on both sides of the plank road. They are prepared for people who like to be late and confused. Be sure to open your arms and go straight to the ferry station at Pier 2, and climb up to Pier 1 ( Or take the shuttle bus from Pier 3), get off the bus and quickly grab the best sun-viewing spot, and then you can wait innocently for the rising sun over the sea. ④There are two best walking routes in the scenic area. The first is: to No. 2 (without stopping) → No. 1 → No. 2 (without stopping) → No. 3 → No. 2 and then leave the scenic area; the second: from No. 2 ( No. 3 → No. 2 (no stop) → No. 1 → No. 2 and then leave the scenic spot.