China is a country with a lot of land and resources, and there are great differences between regions. Qimantag Township, located in Changji Hui Autonomous Prefecture of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is one of the remote areas inhabited by ethnic minorities in mainland China, and is also the largest township-level division in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, with a total area of 16,882.9 square kilometers.
The area of Qimantag Township is equivalent to two Belgiums, nearly 3 Israel, 4 Kuwait, 6 Jamaica, 10 Palestine, and 91 Singapore.
It's a mountainous terrain with a dry climate, but it's also a place full of charm and adventure that attracts many travel enthusiasts. Qimantag Township is a geographically very special place, located at the intersection of Xinjiang, Qinghai and Tibet provinces, and is a border township.
As early as 1909, during the Qing Dynasty, Ruoqiang County set up Qimantag Township, because the local people live on nomadic herding, and the jurisdiction of Qimantag Township is the pastoral area of the locals, so the jurisdiction of Qimantag Township is therefore very vast.
Due to its remote location and inconvenient transportation, coupled with the high altitude and harsh climatic conditions, the economy of the region is relatively backward. However, Qimantag Township also has unique tourism resources and cultural characteristics, which attracts some tourists to come for sightseeing.
The Kumkuli Desert is one of the highlights of Qimantag Township. This desert is one of the highest deserts in the world, and its unique geographical environment and climatic conditions give it a unique landscape aesthetic value. Here, you can enjoy the stunning view of the sand dunes and feel the tranquility and the power of nature.
In addition, there are many rare plants and animals in the desert, which is a treasure trove of natural ecosystems. The lakes in Qimantag are very rich and diverse, including Lake Ixiekpati, Lake Aqikkule, Lake Ayakkumu and Lake Whale.
These lakes all have their own characteristics, Ixiekpati Lake is a beautiful highland freshwater lake, Aqikkule Lake is a highland inland ice-free lake, Ajak Kumu Lake is surrounded by snow-capped mountains, the lake is turquoise and birds gather, and the Whale Lake is named because it resembles a large whale, half fresh water and half salt water.
The presence of these lakes makes the scenery of Qimantag Township more beautiful and diverse, showing the magnificence and magic of nature. At the same time, the Gobi, deserts, snow-capped mountains, grasslands and abundant wildlife also add more charm to this place. Devil's Valley is a mysterious place where it is said to be haunted by devils.
It is located in the Xinjiang region of China, with a total length of more than 100 kilometers, the most mysterious area is in Ruoqiang County, and Qimantag Township is at the western end of the valley. The climate of the Devil's Valley is capricious, with frequent inexplicable winds, thunder and lightning, and although the valley is rich in water and grass, livestock always die for no reason when they enter the valley.
Local herders believe that this is a "place infested by devils", but experts speculate that it is related to the valley topography and the presence of iron ore underground, which is prone to thunderstorms due to strong magnetic fields. In any case, the legend of Devil's Valley casts a veil of mystery over the place, attracting many people to come and explore.
Although it has vast land resources, due to the limitation of geographical location and natural environment, the population here is sparse, and the production and living conditions are also very difficult. The beauty of Qimantag Township lies not only in its natural beauty, but also in its rich historical and cultural heritage.
It was once an important passage of the ancient Silk Road and has a rich historical and cultural heritage. Historically, Qimantag Township was the capital of the Western Regions during the Han and Tang dynasties, and was one of the important places for cultural exchanges between ancient Chinese culture and the world. Here, visitors can admire many precious historical artifacts and buildings such as mosques, pagodas, and more.
In addition, Qimantag Township also has a unique folk culture. It is inhabited by many ethnic groups such as Uyghurs, Han Chinese, and Mongolians, each with its own unique cultural traditions and folk customs. Here, visitors can taste a variety of delicious ethnic specialties, watch colorful ethnic dance and music performances, and learn about the diverse cultural background and spiritual connotation.
Qimantag Township is a place full of mystery and charm, whether it is natural landscapes, history and culture, or folk customs, it makes people linger. Visitors can explore, relax, and feel the charm of nature and humanity here.
Qimantag Township is a township under the jurisdiction of Ruoqiang County, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, China, located in the northwest of Xinjiang, on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert. It is a very large township, but the permanent population is very small, only 9 people.
This geographical peculiarity has led to a very low population density in Qimantag Township, and it is also the least populated township in the country. The remoteness of Qimantag Township from the county seat is one of the reasons for the sparse population here. It is 560 kilometers away from Ruoqiang County, which is equivalent to Shanghai to Xuzhou and Beijing to Taiyuan.
It is very inconvenient to go to the county seat once in the east, which is equivalent to crossing provinces, which is one of the reasons why residents are reluctant to live here. Coupled with the inconvenience of transportation within the township, the cost and time cost of travel for residents are very high. In addition, the natural environment of Qimantag Township is also one of the reasons for the sparse population.
Located on the edge of the Taklamakan Desert, it has a dry climate and a scarcity of water. This has had a great impact on the production and life of the residents.
Although there are vast land resources here, the development and utilization of land here are greatly limited due to the lack of water and human resources. Due to the inaccessibility of Qimantag Township, the natural scenery here has been able to maintain its pristine and rugged character.
Here, you can enjoy the magnificent scene of the desert and the sunset over the long river, and feel the majesty and grandeur of nature. The scenery and atmosphere also feel very mysterious and poetic.