It is a river trace lake formed by the diversion of the Yellow River. It is one of the eight freshwater lakes in China, with a total area of about 300 square kilometers. There used to be a dense red willow forest here. In 2002, it was officially listed in the list of internationally important wetlands by the International Convention on Wetlands, and it is an important reed producing area in Inner Mongolia. Legend has it that 600 years ago, it was a low-lying place where poplars grew. Later, because the Yellow River flooded the land many times, trees disappeared to form lakes. There are many beautiful legends about the formation of Wuliangsuhai, such as the golden pony.
Wuliangsuhai is located in Wulate Qianqi, Bayannaoer City, at the eastern end of Houtao Plain, at the western edge of Ming 'anchuan and Allaben grasslands, with the diluvial fan in front of Langshan Mountain in the north and the post-diluvial platform in the south. North latitude 4 1, east longitude 108 54', 22km away from Wulashan Town, at the edge of the triangle of Hohhot, Baotou and Ordos. The lake is 35 to 40 kilometers long from north to south and 5 to 10 kilometers wide from east to west, covering an area of 440,000 mu.
Inner Mongolia food recommendation
Handmade mutton is one of the favorite dishes of Inner Mongolia people. Mainly made of mutton, there are other handmade meats, but the most authentic taste is handmade mutton. Traditionally, meat is cooked with mutton. Mutton is chopped into large pieces and can only be eaten with a knife. This dish is very ethnic, mellow and delicious. If you want to feel the authentic Inner Mongolia flavor, you can try this dish.
Roast leg of lamb is actually evolved from roast whole sheep. Roast leg of lamb is made of hind legs. After adding condiments such as tomato sauce and celery, the taste is more delicious. Roast leg of lamb is a delicious food in Inner Mongolia when entertaining guests. The appearance of roast leg of lamb is still very attractive. Fresh and tender, mellow and delicious, it is the best choice to accompany wine or eat. Roast leg of lamb is a famous dish in Inner Mongolia, and now it is famous all over the country.
Reference to the above content: Baidu Encyclopedia-Inner Mongolia