Devil City on the Sea, officially the Ulungur Lake Devil City Scenic Area, is a national 3A-level tourist attraction tucked on the eastern bank of Jili Lake at the estuary of Ulungur Lake in Fuhai County, Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region福海县人民.... As a rare aquatic yardang landform hidden in inland Northwest China, it earns the poetic comment of half flame, half seawater, blending desolate rocky grandeur with gentle lake serenity, making it a stunning highlight along Altay’s Hundred-Mile Gallery.
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1. Geographical & Geological Formation
Stretching more than 10 kilometers from north to south, the yardang cliffs have an average vertical height of over 20 meters抖音百科. Formed over millions of years, its evolution falls into three phases: ancient lake sediment deposition, crustal uplift that exposed sedimentary rock layers, and long-term carving by perennial strong winds, lake water erosion and rainfall scouring. Wind grooves and gullies shape rocks into vivid natural sculptures resembling grand palaces, towering pagodas, solemn temples, roaring lions and reclining Buddhas. When fierce winds sweep through rock fissures, eerie howling echoes across the lake surface, hence the name “Devil City”. Locals call the vast Ulungur Lake “the sea” for its boundless blue water resembling an ocean view, giving birth to the full name Devil City on the Sea.
2. Core Landscape Features
The scenic zone consists of nine characteristic canyons, including Lover’s Valley with arched red rock walls, winding Snake Valley, and Broken Bridge Valley featuring natural weathered stone arches. A 3-kilometer wooden boardwalk winds along the lakeshore, allowing visitors to wander closely amid interlaced yardang cliffs and rippling lake water.
Sunrise & Sunset (peak viewing time): Golden sunlight dyes the ochre rock formations warm amber, with complete cliff reflections mirrored on the calm lake surface, delivering surreal, otherworldly visuals favored by landscape photographers.
Wetland Ecology: Surrounding reed wetlands gather swans, wild ducks and herons during migratory seasons, adding vivid vitality to the rugged rocky landscape.
Movie Shooting Base: This dramatic natural backdrop has been chosen as a filming location for famous productions such as Seven Swords, The Legend of Mi Yue and Chaoge福海县人民....
3. Travel Information
Best Visiting Season
May to October (dry season): Pleasant temperature, stable lake surface, ideal for sightseeing, hiking and photography; sunset viewing from July to September is the most spectacular.
Winter: Snow-capped yardang cliffs paired with frozen lake create a magnificent icy wilderness scenery.
Transportation
14 km southeast of downtown Fuhai County. Self-driving or chartered vehicles are the most convenient way to get there; public transport options are limited福海县人民....
Practical Tips
Intense ultraviolet radiation and strong winds prevail all year round; prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, windproof outerwear and hats.
Carry enough drinking water, since supply stores inside the scenic area are sparse.
Wear non-slip walking shoes for trekking along the boardwalk and rocky trails.
Boating services are available to admire the yardang landforms from the lake for a brand-new perspective.
Distinct Charm Compared with Gobi Devil City
Different from the arid, landlocked Urho Devil City in the Gobi Desert, Devil City on the Sea presents a soft contrast between fiery red yardang rocks and sapphire-blue lake water, delivering both the imposing power of yardang landforms and the soothing tranquility of lake scenery, a one-of-a-kind natural wonder in northern Xinjiang.
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