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Before autumn, I was stunned by all kinds of so-called world-class autumn scenery!

Among many autumn scenery, the unique Ejina Populus euphratica forest captured my heart at a glance.

My first impression of Populus euphratica came from the scene of Maggie Cheung and Zhang Ziyi fighting in Hero. Super beautiful, the red yarn shuttles through the golden Populus euphratica forest, which is absolutely visually shocking.

The body is still, the heart is far away,

This autumn, I will go to Ejina to have a look.

I carefully sorted out 10 common questions about Ejina tourism for the reference of friends who also want to go to Ejina.

1, where is Ejina?

Ejina is a small town in the northwest of China!

It is a flag under the jurisdiction of Alashan League in Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region!

Located in the northern part of Xinjiang, China, at the westernmost tip of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, it is connected with Outer Mongolia in the north, Xinjiang in the west and Gansu in the south.

Ejina belongs to Mongolian, which means seclusion and desert.

Gobi oasis, Millennium Populus euphratica, vast desert, ancient county town, Guanshi port, Juyan Han bamboo slips, Black City documents ... these labels attached to Ejina have made people who like to travel for a hundred years have a special liking for this place.

2. Why does Populus euphratica have to go to Ejina?

At present, there are four main viewing areas of Populus euphratica forest in China, namely: Populus euphratica forest in Rem, Xinjiang, Populus euphratica forest in Luntai, Tarim, Xinjiang, Populus euphratica forest in Golmud, Qinghai and Populus euphratica forest in Ejina Banner, Inner Mongolia. The four kinds of Populus euphratica forests have their own advantages and disadvantages.

Among them, Ejina Populus euphratica forest-the most beautiful and spectacular, with the highest popularity, has the following four reasons:

① Large area and high coverage. There is a large area of Hu Yangshu in the 380,000 mu protected area;

② High density. There is a large area of Populus euphratica forest between the first bridge and the eighth bridge, which has a great influence on vision;

The tree is long and beautiful. At present, the photos of Populus euphratica forest on the Internet are mainly Ejina;

④ The landscape is rich and diverse. From the first bridge to the eighth bridge, there are various scenic spots, such as the reflection forest (Populus euphratica and water), Hongliuhai, Hero Forest (the best tree), Dream Forest (the tree is young and yellow early), and Shahai Kingdom (on the edge of Badain Jaran desert, you can take camel photos in the morning).

It can basically be said that Ejina Populus euphratica represents the peak of Populus euphratica landscape!

Ejina Populus euphratica forest is a natural landscape with strong seasonality, and the yellowing of Populus euphratica leaves is related to temperature, humidity and tree age. Generally speaking, when the minimum temperature drops to about 5 degrees, yellow leaves begin to appear, areas with less water turn yellow first, and young trees turn yellow first.

According to the experience, yellow leaves begin to appear around 10 every year, and nearly one third of the forests turn yellow around September 20. The best viewing time every year is September 25th-10/October 10, and most of the forests are yellow. If the weather is stable, the yellow leaves can last until about 65438+1October 20. If the cold current is frequent, most leaves will fall off after 10 and 15, so it is the best choice to have enough holidays 10 and 5- 15. If you have to ask me when it will turn yellow, well, only God knows, hehe.

3. What must-see attractions are there in Ejina?

At present, there are three scenic spots in Ejina Banner: Populus euphratica Forest (Bridge 1 to Bridge 8), Black City Strange Forest and Juyanhai. These three scenic spots are basically the must-see spots when you come to Ejina Banner.

There are also some scenic spots, such as Shenshu and Zeke Port. There are also scenic spots newly built in the past two years, such as Populus euphratica forest scenic spot in Laoren Lake, Jinsha Bay scenic spot in weak water and Populus euphratica forest scenic spot in desert, with Populus euphratica, desert and water as the main body to create different styles. You can choose to play or not according to your personal situation.

There are three must-see spots here.

① Ejina Populus euphratica Scenic Area: Look at the golden Populus euphratica forest.

There are eight bridges (eight parts) in Ejina Populus euphratica Scenic Area, and the scenery of each bridge is very different. Outside Badao Bridge is Badan Desert, the third largest desert in China. Out of the Woods, you can play sand skiing, desert surfing, glider, desert cross-country and other exciting activities.

One bridge is called Taolailin, the second bridge is the reflection forest, the third bridge is Hongliuhai, the fourth bridge is the hero forest, the fifth bridge is the Turhut manor, the sixth bridge is temporarily closed, the seventh bridge in Menglin and the eighth bridge in Sha Hailin. The most interesting ones are Erdao Bridge, Sidao Bridge and Badao Bridge. Among them, the famous movie Hero was shot in Sidaoqiao, and the wonderful fighting scene was completed under Populus euphratica forest.

Live for a thousand years, never die, never fall down after death, and never die after falling down. This is the magical Populus euphratica forest.

② Black City Strange Forest Scenic Area: Take a silhouette of Populus euphratica dead tree.

The strange forest scenic spot in Black City includes the ancient ruins of Black City and strange forest.

Black City is the most complete and largest ancient city site on the Silk Road. Now it is a broken wall. The long yellow sand and five ancient pagodas are its main attractions.

Photo: Long yellow sand and ancient pagodas.

Hei (Shuicheng) site is located on the Gobi desert about 25 kilometers southeast of Dalaihubu Town. It was founded in the Xixia period, when the Xixia Dynasty established the "Yan Junsi in Heishui Town" here. In A.D. 1286, Kublai Khan in Yuan Shizu expanded the city and established the "General Manager's Office of Ikkinai Road". Black City is 470 meters long from east to west and 384 meters wide from north to south, with a total area of 180500 square meters. Although more than 700 years have passed, Black City is still magnificent.

A large number of cultural relics have been unearthed here, among which Fan Han's pearl in the palm of his hand, painted double-headed Buddha and Yuan Dynasty paper money in Xixia period are unparalleled in the world. In 200 1 year, it was listed as a national key cultural relics protection unit and included in the Juyan site protection area.

Whether it was brilliant or not, today's black city has become a veritable "black city." In the dark broken walls, layers of quicksand overflow, and only the wind whistling through the desert tells the story of our unknown past.

The strange forest is full of dead Hu Yangshu. They are tall and straight or stooped, which is the best position to shoot the silhouette of Populus euphratica in the sunset. Every Populus euphratica forest seems to be telling a distant historical story, every Populus euphratica forest seems to be telling the joys and sorrows of the Silk Road, and every Populus euphratica forest seems to be telling the magnificent dusty years.

The best time to go to the strange forest is in the afternoon, especially to take a silhouette against the light. At sunset, the sky is getting dark. At this time, the silhouette of the strange forest in the lens is filled with a ferocious and terrible breath, which makes people shudder. And this is also the most beautiful time in Strange Forest. The unspeakable sadness, sadness and beauty directly hit people's hearts.

③ Juyanhai Scenic Area: Sunrise Reed.

At sunrise, the river is red as fire, and the reeds are like Jiangnan!

This is a paradise desert oasis!

Legend is also the place where Lao Tzu cultivated into an immortal!

Whether it is the misty mountains at sunrise, the quiet beach, the reeds inlaid with gold, or the "sunset and lonely Qi Fei, autumn water grows together" at sunset; Juyanhai always has a dust-free fairy spirit, which is absolutely clear and impressive.

Juyanhai is a great lake in the northwest, not Jiangnan, but better than Jiangnan. The most beautiful moment here is at sunrise, and seagulls, reeds and Chaoyang form a moving picture. When you come to Juyanhai, you must watch the sunrise. The sunrise here was rated as one of the top ten most beautiful sunrises in China by China Photographers Association. The desolation of the vast land and the softness of Pingsha geese complement each other, which makes you amazed.

4. What mode of transportation should I choose to go to Ejina?

Let's briefly introduce planes, trains, cars and free travel. You can choose according to your starting point and your own situation.

① Aircraft

At present, Taolai Airport in Ejina Banner only operates one route to and from Xi 'an, stopping at Alashan Zuo Qi, once a day.

The nearest civil aviation airport is in Jiayuguan, which is about 5 hours' drive from Ejina Banner. Next is Yinchuan Airport, which is about 10 hour's drive from Ejina Banner.

② Train

Ejina Railway Station only opened the round-trip train from Hohhot, only once a day.

③ automobile

Long-distance buses arrive in Ejina Banner, generally starting from Jiuquan, Zhangye and Yinchuan.

It is worth noting that the location of Ejina Banner is Dalaihubu Town, referred to as Da Town for short. When you buy a ticket and ask for directions, you must understand that the big town is Ejina Banner.

① Departure from Jiuquan: there are two shifts every day, at 8:30 am (the arrival time in Ejina is noon 13:30) and noon1:00 (the arrival time in Ejina is afternoon 16:30). The journey takes about 5 hours, and the fare is 165438.

② Departure from Zhangye: Zhangye East Bus Station departs every day at 10:00, the journey takes about 7.5 hours, and the fare is 134 yuan.

③ Departure from Yinchuan: There is no direct bus. You need to take a bus to Alashan Zuo Qi at Yinchuan West Bus Station (200m south of Yinchuan Railway Station), which takes about 2 hours, and the fare is 20 yuan, which runs almost half an hour.

There are three buses from Alashan Zuo Qi to Ejina Banner every day, all of which leave at 8: 00-8: 30 in the morning. It takes about 8 hours to drive from Alashan Zuo Qi to Ejina Banner, and the fare is 140 yuan.

Note: The above itinerary only represents the general situation. For example, the bus frequency will increase during the Populus euphratica Festival.

④ Free travel

Self-driving is a good choice, but self-driving is more worry-free, and the road conditions are unfamiliar and collapsed. It is recommended to charter a car or choose a more reliable outdoor pure play organization, so that you can spend more time playing, transportation, accommodation and tour guides are all included, which is more worry-free and can only be responsible for playing. If necessary, please contact: Shadow Road Society Outdoor.

5. Go to Ejina to see the main gathering place of Populus euphratica?

As the picture shows, it is very convenient to go to Ejina Populus euphratica forest from these locations at present.

Why is it better to gather in Ejina from these places?

(1) Close. Greatly reduce the traffic time.

(2) The scenery along the way is charming. Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes in Mingsha Mountain; Jiayuguan tower, Jinta Populus euphratica forest; Zhangye's colorful Danxia can also go to the nearby Badain Jaran Desert; Xining can see Qinghai Lake, Qilian Grassland and the most beautiful National Highway 227. Traveling in Yinchuan can take the Tengger Desert.

(3) distinctive features, outstanding humanistic customs, multi-ethnic integration and strong sense of history.

6, "Ejina" the best travel strategy

The itinerary needs to be determined according to personal holidays.

If the play time is relatively concentrated, it is recommended to choose a fast and convenient high-speed rail line to travel; If you have enough time and are visiting the northwest for the first time, you can stay for a few more days and visit some classic scenic spots nearby, such as Danxia in Zhangye, Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang and Crescent Spring in Mingsha Mountain. In addition, Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake can also play Ejina.

Two routes are recommended here, which are especially suitable for people who want to experience Populus euphratica and autumn scenery in depth.

Ejina high-speed rail line

D 1: One-day tour of Jiayuguan

D2: Jiayuguan City-Jinta Populus euphratica Forest-Black City (Mysterious Xixia)-Strange Forest Sunset.

D3: Badain Jaran Desert (sunrise of camel team)-Ejina Populus euphratica Forest (all-day viewing)

D4: Charm lies along the coast —— Colorful Danxia in Zhangye

D5: One-day tour in Zhangye City

Recommended reason:

(1) Visit the three Populus euphratica forests in two days, play the water Populus euphratica forest in the Golden Pagoda, the fairy Populus euphratica forest in the strange forest and the Ejina Populus euphratica forest in the prime of life;

2 beautiful moments of light and shadow. Strange forest sunset, Badain Jaran desert sunrise and Juyanhai sunrise and colorful Danxia sunset;

Not only Jiayuguan has a long history, but you can also get a close look at the mysterious Xixia Black Water City in the desert.

Ejina Yinchuan line

D 1: One-day tour in Yinchuan

D2: Yinchuan-Ejina Banner

D3: Ejina Banner-Jinshawan in Weak Water-Strange Forest in Heishui City.

D4: Badain Jaran Desert (sunrise of camel team)-Ejina Populus euphratica Forest (all-day viewing)

D5: Charming Juyanhai-Yinchuan City

Recommended reason:

Recommended reason:

① Crossing the Helan Mountain and entering the desert, along the way, the Gobi reaches the sky, with camels in groups, Populus euphratica full of charm, trapped in weak water and charming scenery;

② The theme of camel caravan in the northern edge of Badain Jaran Desert, the theme of Shahai Pagoda in Black Water City and the theme of golden Populus euphratica herding are all good materials worth shooting.

3 Enchant the Yanhai Sea, the reeds sway, the seagulls fly, and the sun rises in the east.

There are also some long lines, including Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, Crescent Spring in Mingsha Mountain, and classic scenery around Ejina, such as Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake. You can consult the shadow travel agency for a free outdoor travel guide.

7. About the accommodation reservation in Ejina.

Because the best viewing period of Ejina is from mid-September to mid-June 10, and the price of ordinary standard room accommodation ranges from 300 to 800, there are many family-style hotels, which are relatively easy to find. If you find them earlier, the price will be cheaper.

Ejina can camp at present. There are three designated campsites, namely, Yiqiao, Baqiao and Juyanhai. One for each bridge in 50 yuan. The campsite has a charging room, water and a toilet. 30 yuan for each person at Badao Bridge, free of charge, with water and toilets. Juyanhai has a tent with less than three people in 60 yuan and more than three people 100 yuan, with charging room, water room and toilet.

You need to make some psychological preparations about the accommodation in Ejina during the peak season.

The price of Ejina is determined by the relationship between supply and demand, so the price will change greatly, but it is also possible to live in a cost-effective room after arrival.

② Although Ejina can camp, it is not recommended to set up tents. It's windy and dusty at night, with low temperature and many bad weather. After all, we must ensure rest and safety.

(3) The tourist volume of Populus euphratica forest in peak season exceeds the load of the town, so it is common to cut off water and electricity.

8, "Ejina" tourism matters needing attention

① clothes

10 enters the grassland Gobi in October, and the temperature will be around 20 degrees during the day, and the minimum temperature will reach 10 degrees or even lower at night. There is a great temperature difference between morning and evening here, so there is a saying that "cotton-padded jacket is worn early and yarn is worn at noon". Be sure to bring a thick coat.

At the same time, you can prepare some gorgeous costumes such as red, blue and white, which will look good when taking pictures.

② Essential magic towel

Gobi, desert and other areas often have dusty weather, so it is necessary to cover your nose and mouth with a scarf or magic towel. Although sand will still fly into your mouth, it's much better. It is very convenient for Shadow Road Society to present ever-changing magic towels outdoors.

③ sun protection

Don't pay attention to sun protection just because the weather forecast says the temperature is not high. During the day, ultraviolet rays are very strong and easy to peel off.

④ hydrating skin care products and lipstick

Please be sure to bring hydrating skin care products and a lip balm. Your mouth will dry for a few minutes.

9. "Ejina" photography must shoot scenes.

From the sunrise in Juyanhai to the sunset in the strange forest black city, from Badao Bridge to the desert camel shadow on the northern edge of Badain Jilin and the scene portrait in Populus euphratica forest ... Ejina can shoot many subjects. The following is a brief introduction.

① Populus euphratica theme portrait shooting

Shooting time: about 165438+ 0: 00 am/about 65438+ 08:40 pm.

Shooting skills: shoot portraits in sidelight, shoot prominent subjects with large aperture, and expose the model's face with ambient light to highlight the atmosphere of the shooting scene.

Special note: Go deep into Populus euphratica forest and use mottled light and shadow under the tree to create a better atmosphere.

② Birds in Juyanhai

Shooting time: around 7:30 a.m.

Shooting skills: many swans, geese, cranes, ducks, etc. I often come to live nearby, so it is necessary to take pictures when I land occasionally.

Special note: Autumn is the tourist season here, and there will be many people. It is not easy to find a fixed position before dawn. It is suggested to find the angle by hand, or you can prepare some bread biscuits to feed, which is more convenient to attract waterfowl.

③ Sunrise in Juyanhai.

Shooting time: around 5:40 a.m.

Shooting skills: make rational use of the visual guide line formed at the junction of reed and water surface, and place the rising sun on the golden section as much as possible.

Special note: use medium gray gradient filter to realize light ratio balance.

④ Camel shadow of Badao Bridge in Badain, Jilin Desert

Shooting time: around 7 am

Shooting skills: When shooting the shadow of a camel, you don't always take a silhouette. You can choose the first ray of light projected from the top of the dune and shoot the composition from a bird's-eye view. Using a large light ratio in contrast between light and shade is also very visually impactful.

Special note: when shooting in the desert, the wind and sand are heavy, so it is necessary to use a sand cover to protect the camera and lens.

⑤ Night view of Black City

Shooting time: at night 19:30.

Shooting skills: Black city shooting is mostly lonely and desolate, so it is recommended to use a wide-angle lens, which can increase the sense of depth by using lines.

Special note: the silhouette of the strange forest sunset is the focus of shooting, and the time should be planned reasonably in the black city.

⑥ Strange forest silhouette.

Shooting time: at night 19:50.

Shooting skills: Silhouette shooting can best show the bleak beauty of strange forests in various forms.

Special note: the strange forest is located in the Gobi area, and it is often windy at night. Pay attention to the dust prevention of the camera.

It is also difficult for individuals to arrange the shooting of some theme scenes in Ejina, such as the above-mentioned theme portrait, desert camel shadow and so on. Therefore, it is more reliable to have a professional photography instructor lead the team. There is an informal professional photographer leader outside the Shadow Road Society, so you can pay attention to it.

10, "Ejina" special food recommendation

There are many cuisines in Ejina, and everyone has different tastes. Only some scenic spots are introduced here, and more delicious food is waiting for you to discover.

① Braised mutton

Braised mutton is a traditional dish in Alashan and an authentic Mongolian meal. Choose Alashan Beach mutton, chop it into small cubes, add a little soy sauce and seasoning, then add egg yolk, flour noodles and super-grade flour, stir well, oil it, fry it until golden brown, buckle it in a bowl, add broth, add soy sauce, onion, pepper and aniseed, steam it in a cage for about 20 minutes, take it out, pour it into a soup plate, filter the soup into a pot, add monosodium glutamate and pour it in.

② Baotazhang

Camel's paw is camel's paw. Camels are mainly produced in the desert grasslands of Inner Mongolia. Camel's claws are very delicious. Eating them can strengthen the bones. Chinese cabbage "claw palm" is good in meat and vegetables, fat but not greasy, and it is one of the best tonic products in autumn and winter. This dish is pale white, neither fat nor greasy, fresh and delicious, and has high nutritional value.

This dish can be eaten in restaurants in Dalaihubu Town, Ejina Banner. Some camel meat is weighed by the catty, about 60 yuan a catty.

③ Allium mongolicum Regel

Allium mongolicum Regel is also called Mongolian Allium mongolicum Regel, Mongolian Allium mongolicum Regel and wild Allium mongolicum Regel. The Mongolian name is Humuli. It is a common vegetable in Ejina in desert distribution area. The simplest thing is to put Allium mongolicum Regel in the jar and sprinkle with salt, which will become a delicious side dish in two days. Besides salting, you can also make jiaozi, steamed buns, stir-fry, stir-fry mutton with shallots, and enema with shallots. It is also excellent to pound a small pot with Allium mongolicum Regel stem, make mutton hot pot seasoning and mix cold dishes.

④ Juyan honeydew melon

Ejina Oasis is located in the depths of Gobi. Hami melon has no pollution and few pests and diseases. It is an ideal green food. Due to drought and lack of rain, sufficient light and heat, and large temperature difference between day and night, Juyan honeydew melon is famous for its high sugar content, pure taste and crisp and sweet flesh, in addition to its large size, beautiful shape and bright color. Juyan Melon produced by Ejina is a well-known melon brand in China.

Finally: Ejina special tips.

Foreigners who want to travel to Alashan Right Banner or Ejina need to apply for a Alien Tourist Certificate in advance, and the road leading to Jiuquan in Ejina is only for foreign tourists. Every tourist must carry his ID card.

The above is the frequently asked questions about Ejina compiled by Shadow Road Society 10. Are there any friends who can't help but want to leave like me?

Ejina, this autumn, just teasing you!