Aerial photography of the five horses.
Five horses in the summer.
A corner of the five horses.
Local landscape of Wuma Shatuo.
Five horses and sand mound of trees. Courtesy of the author
In the summer of Wuma Shatuo, time seems to slow down, and every moment is full of the breath of life and the singing of nature. Known as the "Dunes of Death" or "Valley of Death", this land is known as "Uhumul" in Mongolian, but it has attracted the attention of countless people with its unique charm. Behind the name of the Five Horses, there is a beautiful legend, which is about Genghis Khan and his five divine horses.
A golden picture
When the midsummer sun shines on the earth, the five horses and sand mounds are like a golden picture, slowly unfolding. The sand mounds shimmer golden in the sun, as if each grain of sand contains endless stories. There are dozens of these sand mounds, which are staggered and gathered, like the waves of the sea, ups and downs, and like the long river of years, recording the changes of history.
In this vast sandy mound, the elm trees that stand tall have become miracles of life. Their branches and leaves sway gently in the breeze, making a rustling sound, like the melody of nature, playing an ode to life. These elm trees have witnessed the vicissitudes of Wuma Shatuo, as well as the joys and sorrows of generations of people.
The terrain of Wuma Shatuo is wide and flat, with a slight undulation. The height of the mound reaches 170 meters, and the total area is 0.6 square kilometers. It is not only a well-known natural landscape area and a Chinese herbal medicine reserve in Duerbot Mongolian Autonomous County, but also the main production area of "Artemisia parsnip", which is famous overseas. In this land, wild apricots flourish, and wild apricot trees grow from the top of the sand mound to the slope valley. Every year in May, the apricot blossoms are in full bloom, and the sand mound is transformed into a flower mound and a flower valley. The flowers on the sunny side are in full bloom and luxuriant, like clouds and snow; The buds on the shade are blooming, like fire. The whole sand mound is filled with the fragrance of apricot blossoms, attracting countless bees and butterflies to collect honey.
An ecological home
The five horses in midsummer have a unique charm. The wild grass bears fresh seeds, and they grow tenaciously on the land, as if to tell the tenacity and tenacity of the creatures here. Each apricot tree is covered with apricots, which are attractive in color, sweet and sour, and attract countless tourists to come and pick them. The laughter and laughter of the people are filled between the valleys, forming a vivid and warm picture.
In this magical land, there is also a legend about the Five Horses Shatuo. It is said that when Genghis Khan unified the Mongolian tribes, he had countless horses, but five of them he loved the most. After the unification of the tribes of the grassland, these five sacred horses were either killed in battle or died of old age, and they incarnated into five sand mounds to stand on the grassland and became five horse sand mounds. This legend makes the Five Horses Shatuo more mysterious and fascinating.
However, the charm of Wuma Shatuo lies not only in its legends and natural landscapes. It's also a haven for wildlife. In addition to the apricot trees, there are also a variety of trees such as mulberries and ancient elms, which, together with the elm trees, form a green barrier of the five horses. There are many kinds of wild animals in the sand mound, such as wild wolves, yellow sheep, mountain hares and other wild animals live freely here, forming a harmonious ecological home.
When night falls, Wuma Shatuo is immersed in tranquility and harmony. The starry sky and the moonlight shine brightly on this magical land. The elm trees, which swayed in the wind during the day, also stood quietly at the moment, as if guarding every living creature in this land. Tourists and local residents on the sand mound are also enjoying this rare tranquility and harmony. They sat around the campfire and shared each other's stories. Or lie on the soft sand, look up at the starry sky, and feel the vastness and mystery of the universe.
An unfinished hymn
The summer of Wuma Shatuo is an unfinished hymn. In its own way, it tells the story of life and shows the charm of nature. Here, we can feel the passage of time and the breath of life; You can appreciate the magnificence and harmony of nature; You can experience the harmonious coexistence of man and nature. Let's walk into the summer of Wuma Shatuo and feel the unique beauty and tranquility!
In the summer of Wuma Shatuo, I met an old man named Amur. He is the guardian of this land, and he is also the person who knows the five horses and sand mounds best in this land. Amr told me that the summer in Wuma Shatuo is not only a season, but also an attitude to life. He said: "The people who live in this land know how to respect nature and revere life. We have developed a deep bond with every tree, every flower, every animal in this land. We protect every living creature in this land in our own way. ”
I was deeply touched by Amur's words. In the summer of Wuma Shatuo, I felt the harmonious coexistence of man and nature. We should respect nature, revere life, and live in harmony with nature. Only in this way can we truly appreciate the beauty and charm of Wuma Shatuo; Only then can we truly feel the magic and greatness of life.
During the summer of Wuma Shatuo, I also met a group of like-minded friends. We explored on the sand mound together, took pictures, and picked apricots; Share each other's stories and dreams around the campfire. These experiences have made me more deeply aware of the preciousness of friendship and the colorfulness of life. In the summer of Wuma Shatuo, I harvested laughter, emotion and growth.
Nowadays, whenever I think of the summer of Wuma Shatuo, my heart is always full of endless emotion and longing. The golden earth, the elm trees that stand tall, the wild apricots that flourish...... It has become the best memory in my heart. The summer of Wuma Shatuo is not only a change of seasons, but also an unforgettable journey in my life. It gave me a taste of the magnificence and charm of nature; It made me feel the magic and beauty of life; It makes me cherish and appreciate every moment of my life even more.