Yellow River West Beach Scenic Area

　　Yellow River West Beach is a natural ecological tourism area developed and built by the Potou Town Government. West Beach is hailed as the "First Beach on the Ten-Thousand-Li Yellow River" and is situated two kilometers from the outlet of the Xiaolangdi Dam on the Yellow River. It is a magical island dotted with farmhouses, shaded by green trees, where shepherd boys play their flutes and fishermen sing at dusk. Due to its unique geographical location, the island is home to a large population of waterfowl. Taking a small boat for a drift along the Yellow River and listening to the birdsong offers a taste of paradise. Here, you can find colorful and invaluable Yellow River pebbles. “In the 23rd year of the Daoguang reign, the Yellow River soared to the sky,” yet historically, West Beach has never been submerged. It is said that West Beach was formed from the “Xirang” (self-expanding soil) from the heavens — a piece of “divine land” that grows with the water.

　　　During the late Tang Dynasty, West Beach had already become a popular tourist destination. The famous line by poet Li Shangyin, “Famed mountains on both sides expand the view, east-west highways cradle light boats,” paints an idyllic picture of West Beach. Traveling to West Beach by wooden raft, you can admire the blooming colors in spring, listen to the roaring Yellow River in summer, breathe in the fragrance of fruit trees in autumn, and enjoy the snowy scenery of the Yellow River in winter. Stepping onto the island, you can view its landscapes, watch the sunrise, admire peach blossoms, collect unique stones, fly kites, ride speedboats, take wooden boats, light bonfires, grill chicken and lamb, fish for Yellow River carp, try out traditional farming tools, go horseback riding and hunting — all while enjoying a carefree experience. Stay overnight in a flower-surrounded Mongolian yurt, listening to the roar of the Yellow River; leisure and relaxation are all part of the experience.