Scenic spot introduction:
Hongjiannao is the largest desert freshwater lake in China, the largest lake in Shaanxi Province, and the largest breeding and habitat of relict gulls in the world. It is known as the "Pearl of the Desert". Hongjiannao is a plateau inland lake. It is located at the junction of Shaanxi and Inner Mongolia between Erlintu Town, Shenmu County, Shaanxi Province and Daolaoyao Village, Xinjie Town, Ordos City, Inner Mongolia. It has a total area of 90 square kilometers and is under the jurisdiction of Erlintu Town, Shenmu County. The lake Triangular in shape. The lake shoreline is 43.7 kilometers long, with a maximum water depth of 10.5 meters and an average water depth of 8.2 meters. There are more than 30 species of wild birds thriving in Hongjiannao Scenic Area. The lakeside is suitable for forestry and animal husbandry. The entire lake area has fresh air and pleasant environment, making it a good place for summer vacation.Attractions distribution:
The main attractions in Hongjiannao Scenic Area include: Hongjiannao Bridge, Hongjiannao Sunset, Hongjiannao Yacht, Hongjiannao Seagull, Hongjiannao Camel, etc.Scenic spot qualifications:
National 4A-level scenic spots, provincial scenic spots, provincial scenic spotsScenic spot features:
Photography, hiking, leisure, sightseeing, rafting, vacation, lakeAttraction Address
Travel Guide
Best time to visit:
Summer and autumn are the best times to travel.
Shopping recommendations:
Hongjiannao boiled fish, Shenmu coal, red dates, bowl weight, Yulin buckwheat, pumpkin seeds, etc.
Tourist Transportation
Scenic spot location:
China>Shaanxi Province>Yulin City>Shenmu City>Erlin Tu Town
How to get there:
The inter-provincial shuttle bus from Yulin to Dongsheng City, Inner Mongolia passes through Hongjiannao. The journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes and the fare is 12 yuan. Along the way you can also enjoy the scenery of the Mu Us Desert.
Scenic area map:
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Attraction Tickets
Hongjiannao ticket price:
Tickets for Hongjiannao: 50 yuan.
Scenic area opening hours:
8:00–17:00.