"Populus Euphratica Forest: A Miracle of Life in a Golden Scroll."
Here is a travel guide to the Populus Euphratica Forest, taking Ejina Populus Euphratica Forest as an example:
Preparation:
- Documents: ID card, student ID card, and other relevant documents.
- Clothing: The temperature difference between day and night in the Populus Euphratica Forest area is large, so you need to bring warm clothing such as down jackets and jackets, and prepare beautiful clothes suitable for taking photos, such as red or white long skirts.
- Sunscreen: Sunscreen, sunglasses, sun hats, etc., to prevent UV damage.
- Other items: Camera (or mobile phone) and charger, enough water and dry food, common medicines, etc.
Best viewing time: From late September to mid-late October each year, especially between October 10 and October 20, the leaves of the Populus Euphratica Forest are golden, and the scenery is the most spectacular. But the specific viewing time may vary due to climate change.
Recommended attractions:
- Taolai Forest at Yidaoqiao: The gateway to the Populus Euphratica Forest, although the scenery is not the most prominent, it is the beginning of the journey.
- Dao Yinglin at Erdaoqiao: Commonly known as "Dao Yinglin", the weak water river flows here, and the Populus Euphratica trees and the river complement each other, making it an excellent place to shoot the reflection of Populus Euphratica.
- Hero Forest at Sidaqiao: Known for the movie "Hero" filmed here, Populus Euphratica is tall and dense, making it the best place to shoot Populus Euphratica portraits and landscapes.
- Desert Kingdom at Badaqiao: Located on the northern edge of the Badain Jaran Desert, you can experience the desert style and shoot the winding sand dunes and desert camels.
Play suggestions:
- Use of sightseeing car: The scenic sightseeing car can be ridden repeatedly. It is recommended to go to Qidaoqiao with fewer people early in the morning to avoid crowds.
- Shooting skills: Erdaoqiao is the best place to shoot reflections, Sidaqiao is a good place to shoot Populus Euphratica close-ups, and Badaqiao can try to shoot the magnificent scenery of desert sunset.
Traffic guide:
- Plane: First arrive at a nearby airport, such as Ejin Banner Taolai Airport, etc., and then go to the scenic spot by airport bus, taxi, etc.
- Train: Choose the appropriate train route according to the departure place, and after arriving at the nearby train station, transfer to other transportation to the Populus Euphratica Forest Scenic Area.
- Self-driving: Plan the self-driving route in advance and pay attention to road conditions and navigation prompts.
Accommodation arrangements:
- Accommodation in the scenic area: You can feel the beauty of the Populus Euphratica Forest at a closer distance, but the accommodation conditions may be relatively limited.
- Accommodation outside the scenic area: There are various hotels and homestays in Ejin Banner Town for selection. The accommodation conditions are relatively good, but it may take a certain amount of transportation time to go to the scenic spot. It is recommended to book in advance, especially during the peak tourist season.
Recommended food:
- Local specialty dishes: There are hand-held meat, roast whole lamb, milk skin, camel palm, etc., taste authentic Mongolian food.
- Specialty snacks: such as Mongolian milk tea, sand onion, etc., to experience unique flavors.
Precautions:
- Respect local cultural traditions and religious beliefs, and abide by the regulations of the scenic area.
- Protect the environment, do not litter, and do not damage vegetation.
- Pay attention to personal property safety and avoid acting alone in remote areas.
- The climate in the Populus Euphratica Forest area is dry, pay attention to moisturizing measures, and drink more water.