Shatuo.

Shatuo is located more than 70 kilometers southwest of Zhaosu County, Yili, Xinjiang. It is an ancient cultural scenic spot composed of mountain passes, ancient roads, ancient sites, and natural landscapes. Here is a detailed introduction to Shatuo: - Origin of the name: Shatuo, known as "Shatuo Aman Tai" in the Qing Dynasty, is a Turkic language, also translated as Shatai and Shate, meaning "ladder". - Natural geography: - Geographic location: Located in the Keerkezi ethnic township of Zhaosu County, Yili, Xinjiang, at the northern foot of the main vein of the Western Tianshan Mountains. - Biological resources: Located in a remote area, it maintains a very primitive state, with animals such as squirrels, marmots, snow rabbits, and pheasants, and sometimes you can see wild animals such as deer, sheep, brown bears, and snow leopards. - Historical evolution: In ancient times, it was the summer resort of the royal family of the Wusun Kingdom, and it was also used as a summer capital. In 2011, it was rated as a national forest park, and in 2014 it was rated as a national 4A scenic spot. - Main landscape: - Shatuo Ancient City Site: One of the better preserved and representative city sites in Xinjiang, and the largest ancient city site in the Tekes River Basin. It is of great value for studying cultural exchanges, trade exchanges, and ethnic integration on the ancient Silk Road. - Shatuo Ancient Road: The most dangerous and famous ancient post road in the Tianshan Mountains, crossing the Muzarte Daban on the main ridge of the Tianshan Mountains, you will reach Aksu in southern Xinjiang. It is the most dangerous and high-risk famous ancient road on the ancient Silk Road, also known as the Tang Monk Ancient Road. In September 2010, the Shatuo Ancient Road was rated as "China's Most Beautiful Ancient Road" with its unique natural landscape and profound cultural heritage. - Shatuo Canyon: It extends all the way to the foot of the Muzarte Glacier. The Shatuo River is rushing and tumbling all year round. What is particularly peculiar is that its canyon is like a canal, with very few bends, and the mountains on both sides are steep and stacked, like an axe.