Wuma Shatuo

Wuma Shatuo

Wuma Shatuo is a famous natural scenic area in Dorbod Mongolian Autonomous County. The dunes stand at an elevation of 170 meters, formed by more than ten undulating sand hills, covering an area of 0.6 square kilometers. Wuma Shatuo is a homophonic rendering of the Mongolian “Uhumule,” meaning “Death Dunes” or “Death Valley.” With the passage of time, it has become commonly known among locals as Wuma Shatuo.

Composed of rolling sand dunes, Wuma Shatuo boasts breathtaking scenery. The dunes are home to an exceptionally rich variety of wildlife, including over 30 species such as wolves, Mongolian gazelles, mountain hares, foxes, and pheasants. In May, when spring warms the northern land and apricot blossoms are in full bloom, Wuma Shatuo transforms into a landscape of floral mounds and valleys, offering visitors endless visual delight as they stroll along the dunes.

By June, the branches are laden with fruit, attracting throngs of young people who come to pick the produce amid laughter and song that echo through the hills and valleys. The filming of the TV series “The King of the Northeast – Zhang Zuolin” here helped propel Wuma Shatuo to widespread fame.

Scenic Area Address: Near Provincial Highway 201, Dorbod Mongolian Autonomous County, Daqing City, Heilongjiang Province

Transportation by Bus: Within Daqing City, you can take a taxi or hire a private car to get there.

Self-Drive Route: Starting from Daqing, enter Weier Road, drive 1.7 km then turn right onto Zhongxing North Street and drive 3.0 km. Turn left and drive 17.5 km, then at the second intersection turn onto Central Avenue — Qinghong West Road — Shuiyuan Road. Turn left and drive 26.1 km, make a U-turn onto S201, drive 18.5 km, then turn left and drive 1.0 km to reach the destination.