Wafangdian Reservoir

　　This is Wafangdian Reservoir. It is praised as a shining pearl in the mountainous area of Kazuo. It looks like an artificial lake equipped with various tourist facilities where visitors can go boating and sightseeing. The surrounding mountains are planted with pear trees, jujube trees, torch trees, lilac trees, locust trees, poplars, pines, cypresses, and weeping willows. The tourism infrastructure is well-developed, and as the environment around the reservoir is further beautified, fragranced, and purified, the reservoir has taken on a completely renewed look. Visiting Wafangdian Reservoir, you’ll find yourself immersed in genuine mountains and waters, where everything feels so novel and refreshing—the blue sky is crystal clear, the forests are lush and vibrant; the water surface is mirror-like, and the air is fresh. Boating on the water, the boat cuts through the calm surface, offering breathtaking views of the mountains and water. Surrounded by hills and water, the view is expansive and open, truly giving you the feeling of “a serene lake emerging from high gorges.”

　　The scenery of the reservoir varies with the seasons. When spring breezes bring warmth and ice and snow begin to melt, the slopes and valleys gradually turn from yellow to green. Apricot blossoms bravely bloom despite the lingering chill. Pines and cypresses sway their tender green leaves in the breeze. Some early spring wildflowers dot the landscape like flickering candle flames or fragments of rosy clouds. The reservoir is full of vitality and vigor.

　　In the height of summer, the reservoir is shrouded in mist, with emerald waves reflecting the sunlight, wildflowers in full bloom, and willows and poplars gently swaying. No matter how hot the weather gets, a cool breeze is always present here. Going boating on the water refreshes both body and mind. On summer nights, the reservoir is fragrant and intoxicating. Moonlight filters through the pines, and clear springs trickle over the rocks. Everything is hazy and mysterious, carrying a touch of enchantment and otherworldliness.

　　In autumn, the reservoir is graced with the cool golden winds, fragrances wafting through the mountains, and fields of torch trees that look like burning clouds. Mountain hawthorns, grapevines, clusters upon clusters; yellow pears, red dates, hanging heavily on the trees everywhere. Here, you can find all colors—red, orange, yellow, green—and taste all flavors—sour, sweet, bitter, astringent—as you pick and enjoy them.

　　In the depths of winter, when the cold north wind sweeps across the reservoir, a thick layer of glistening white ice forms on the surface. The mountains are blanketed in silvery white, appearing tranquil and solemn, exceptionally enchanting.

　　The four-season scenery of the reservoir holds endless charm, bringing peace and joy to the heart.

　　Source: Tourism Bureau of Harqin Left Wing Mongolian Autonomous County