Helan Mountain Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Ecotourism Area

　　    Nestled on the Nuanquan section of the eastern foothills of the Helan Mountain, around 40 kilometers from Yinchuan City and bordered by Sand Lake to the north and the Western Film Studio to the south, the Helan Mountain Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Ecotourism Area was invested in and constructed in 2001 by the Ningxia Helan Mountain Halal Beef and Mutton Group, and officially opened to the public in August 2007. Leveraging the rolling ancient Han tombs, the area has developed distinctive agricultural and pastoral sightseeing spots including the Sheep Culture Museum, World Famous Sheep Museum, Shepherd’s Home, Mosque, Thousand-Mu Orchard, Recreational Fishing Center, and the Little Garden of Helan Mountain Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Homes. Here, the Sheep Culture Museum showcases the integration of sheep culture and human civilization. It offers insights into the origin, formation, development, application, and contributions of sheep culture. Events such as sheep fighting performances allow you to witness the bravery and majesty of these animals. You can also admire the vastness of solitary smoke in the desert and the setting sun over the long river, as well as take in the imposing silhouette of the towering, continuous Helan Mountains. Here, the undulating, hill-like clusters of ancient Han tombs transport you back to ancient battlefields filled with the clamor of war horses, clashing weapons, and the roars of soldiers. Vivid historical scenes unfold before your eyes: Emperor Wu of Han clad in armor, leading northern campaigns against the Xiongnu; General Huo Qubing battling at Yanzi Mountain; the “Flying General” Li Guang inspiring troops and achieving remarkable feats on his western expeditions; and the Tangut kings assembling troops to resist the Yuan army. These events drift like misty smoke—each a timeless, legendary chapter of history. The scenes of warfare, where soldiers were buried in horse hides, evoke a profound sense of solemnity and desolation, while people yearn all the more for the serene and peaceful vision of “wind blowing through grasslands revealing grazing cattle and sheep.” Here, the majestic and mystical Sleeping Buddha of the Helan Mountain spreads out before your eyes, sparking boundless reverie. The uniquely styled mosque offers a glimpse into the religious customs and ethnic charm of the Muslim community.

　　    Here, you can fully immerse yourself in the local customs and traditions of the “Halal Shepherd Homes,” and indulge in a variety of Hui ethnic snacks and halal-cooked beef and mutton dishes that will delight your palate and leave a lasting impression. In the Hundred Fruit Garden, you can pick and enjoy fruits such as flat peaches, Shandong apricots, winter jujubes, American apples, and Xinjiang pears, savoring the joy of orchard harvesting and experiencing the romance of rural life.