Dakatu Mountain Tourist Area

　　Dakatu Mountain Tourist Area is located within Aradartu Sumu in the northwest of Jalaid Banner. It is

　　85

　　kilometers from Ulanhot City

　　80

　　kilometers. It is a tourist area in Jalaid Banner that combines religious

　　culture, eco-tourism, and sacred springs and holy waters.

　　.

　　. The entire scenic area covers an area of

　　18

　　square kilometers and consists of two east-west mountain ranges. The eastern part

　　is open,

　　while the western part connects, forming a narrow, elongated “

　　U

　　-shaped valley.” Entering the scenic area from the eastern valley entrance, the mountain terrain gradually rises from east to west. Hiking northward along a small path,

　　beneath a protruding stone slab lies a natural cave, about six square meters in size, capable of accommodating over ten people. Local herders call it the Immortal Cave. Further up from the Immortal Cave, climbing to the mountaintop offers a panoramic view

　　of the Dakatu Mountain scenery. The mountains are wreathed in white clouds, densely forested, while the Zuor River flowing at the foot of the mountain resembles a silver ribbon drifting into the distance.

　　The mountaintop is dotted with stone peaks pointing to the sky and piercing the clouds. Below the peaks, rocks are faintly visible. The slopes are covered with poplar, willow, birch, oak, butterfly trees, mountain ash, and

　　wild grapes. At the foot of the mountain lies lush green grassland. The meadow blooms with white, yellow, and red flowers, while pairs of butterflies flutter among them. A clear stream flows gently in front of the mountain, and the cold spring water is crystal clear, giving off a refreshing and tranquil vibe.

　　At the foot of the mountain stands an exquisite and unique hexagonal pavilion supported by six stone pillars, with an elegant design. Known as the Hexagonal Pavilion, its eaves are carved with dragons that appear ready to take flight. Not far from the pavilion, within the woods, a spring gushes out, known locally as the “Sacred Spring.” Legend has it that it was formed after a giant mist-breathing serpent was subdued by a passing traveler using three magical pills. The sacred spring water flows down from Dakatu Mountain and never stops throughout the seasons.

　　According to locals, the sacred spring water has curative properties that strengthen the body and aid digestion; when used for bathing, it shows significant effects on various skin diseases. Nowadays, people visit all year round to drink the water or bathe in it. During the Dragon Boat Festival, the place becomes especially lively, with guests and people from all ethnic groups gathering here, creating a bustling and joyful scene.