Shahu Lake, half desert, half lake.

Shahu Lake in Ningxia is a national tourist attraction located in Pingluo County, Shizuishan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, and is known as a "rare" cultural tourist destination. The following is a detailed introduction to Shahu Lake in Ningxia: I. Basic Information Location: Pingluo County, Shizuishan City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, about 42 kilometers from Yinchuan City. Total area: 80.10 square kilometers, of which the water area is more than 40 square kilometers and the desert area is more than 20 square kilometers. Scenic area level: National AAAAA tourist attraction. Honorary title: National Civilized Tourist Scenic Area, China Yellow River 50 Scenery, Best Ecological Tourism Destination, etc. II. Natural Landscape Shahu Lake in Ningxia is mainly based on natural landscapes. The five major scenic sources of sand, water, reeds, birds, and mountains are organically combined to form a unique and beautiful landscape. Here, there is both the magnificence of the desert Gobi and the beauty of the Jiangnan Water Village. The sand and water blend together, the lake and reeds reflect each other, and the birds fly and fish jump, forming a beautiful landscape. III. Main Attractions Shahu International Sand Sculpture Park: It displays various exquisite sand sculptures and is an excellent place for tourists to appreciate the combination of art and nature. Bird Island (Bird Paradise): There are more than 130 species of birds, which is a paradise for bird watchers. Hudong Wetland (Bird Observation Station): It provides rich aquatic plants and bird observation resources, and is an important base for ecological research and popular science education. Xinmen District Square, Shahu Inscription Stone: It is the first impression area for tourists after entering the scenic area, full of cultural atmosphere. Other tourist projects: such as amusement parks, watchtowers, aquarium palaces, reed mazes, Mongolian bag hotels, Xixia Palace, desert dry boats, water slides, water parachutes, water motorcycles, sand slides, lake boats, natural baths, etc., provide tourists with a rich and diverse leisure and entertainment experience. IV. History and Culture Shahu Lake in Ningxia is not only beautiful in natural scenery, but also contains rich historical and cultural heritage. This was once a witness to the hard work of the reclamation people. After careful carving by countless builders, it gradually became a natural attraction that combines the ruggedness of the northwest and the beauty of the south of the Yangtze River. At the same time, Shahu Lake is also the location of many film and television works, such as the scene of Zixia's rafting at the beginning of "A Chinese Odyssey" was filmed here. V. Ecological Protection Shahu Lake in Ningxia pays attention to the coordinated unity of ecological protection and tourism development. In recent years, Shahu Lake Nature Reserve has effectively improved water quality and the ecological environment through measures such as dredging, tree planting, construction of garbage treatment plants, and sewage treatment plants. At the same time, the scenic area has also planted a large number of aquatic plants and shrubs, providing a good habitat for birds and other creatures. VI. Summary Shahu Lake in Ningxia is a tourist attraction that integrates natural landscapes, humanities and history, and ecological protection. Here, there is both the magnificent and magnificent desert Gobi and the beautiful and gentle Jiangnan Water Village; there are not only rich tourist projects for tourists to relax and entertain, but also profound cultural heritage waiting for tourists to explore and discover. Whether it is a natural lover or a cultural seeker, you can find your own fun and gain here.