Jungar Yellow River Grand Canyon
Updated: Jan 26, 2024

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The Jungar Yellow River Grand Canyon Tourist Area is located in the Jungar section of the Inner Mongolia-Shanxi-Shaanxi Yellow River Grand Canyon.

It starts in Chengpo, Xuejiawan town, Jungar Banner, Ordos, and extends to Xiaozhan in Longkou town in the south. 

Its water area is more than 80 kilometers in length, and the narrowest part of the river in the canyon is just 50 meters wide, making it the narrowest part of the Yellow River.

The Jungar Canyon is recognized as one of the "Top 10 most beautiful canyons in China".

The tourist area features beautiful canyon landforms, water facilities, and ancient buildings.

Baozita, Chengpo Ancient Town, and Wanjiazhai Reservoir are among the most famous sightseeing spots in the area.

Surrounded by water, the ancient Baozita is located in the center of the Wanjiazhai Reservoir Area. Its name comes from its resemblance to a steamed bun inlaid on the edge of the Yellow River.

Baozita is lined with boulders, steep cliffs, and mountain roads winding along the ridge. Cuicheng village, with intact walls, gates, and stone houses, sits on Baozita. Chengpo Ancient Town,was built during the Western Xia Dynasty (1038-1227) and was once a military town of Jinsu Prefecture with dangerous terrain and many cultural relics. 

The Wanjiazhai Reservoir turns the rushing Yellow River into a calm lake. Cliffs rise on both sides of the river banks.

By climbing up to the Taichi bay sightseeing platform, tourists will have the opportunity to admire a 360-degree panoramic view of the Yellow River.

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