Datong Soil Forest

The Datong Earth Forest is located in Shibangou, Duzhuang Village, Yunzhou District, Datong City, Shanxi Province, about 20 kilometers south of Datong City. An earth forest is a term for a geomorphological feature, which is a loose accumulation of sand and gravel in riverbeds. In a dry climate, it is formed by the erosion and scouring of seasonal rainwater. The Datong Earth Forest is known as the 'Devil's City'. Up close, the oddly shaped, variously sized, and unevenly distributed earth platforms, earth pillars, and earth cliffs give a sense of inexplicable oppression, as if one is standing beside giants. Datong Earth Forest: A representative of the Yardang landform, where you can see the traces left by the erosion of sand and soil. Taking photos before sunset is simply too beautiful. Recommended to drive yourself: 20 kilometers from Datong South Station

The Datong Earth Forest is located in Duzhuang Village, Yunzhou District, Datong City, Shanxi Province, on the edge of the Sanggan River Datong Basin. It is a geological relic that integrates sightseeing, leisure vacations, popular science education, and scientific research. Each layer of rock in the earth pillars of the Datong Earth Forest represents the sedimentary process of the ancient Datong Lake, and each layer of sediment represents the climate change at that time. Visitors can intuitively experience the various landforms formed by the sedimentary strata over hundreds of thousands of years after being eroded by running water and weathered, hence the Datong Earth Forest is known as the 'natural sedimentology laboratory' and is an excellent place for geoscience popularization. The Datong Earth Forest is a geological scenic area, with an entrance fee of 48 yuan. It is open all year round from 08:00 to 18:00, and the recommended duration of a visit is 2-3 hours.

|Datong unpopular Earth Forest enters outer space. A super niche unpopular attraction! It's also a geological wonder~ Coming here is like stepping into outer space. It's especially photogenic~ It's the place that left the deepest impression on me in Datong!! It's a bit like the Rainbow Danxia, but different. This is the only Earth Forest in North China! The Earth Forest of Datong is below the ground level, formed by the erosion of rainwater, the infiltration of salt and alkali, and the weathering. The shapes are diverse, and you can clearly see the distinct colors of the soil layers. Immersed in it, the scenery changes with every step! Picture 3, there is a lake in the middle of the scenic area, with floating seaweed, clouds and sunset reflected on the lake surface! Picture 9, in the innermost part of the scenic area, there is a reed field! The reeds are more than one meter high~ It's also very photogenic~ It's recommended to come in the evening, the sunset and the setting sun will add a sense of mystery! The Earth Forest is not far from Datong city, you can drive there, or hire a car to go

🔔Introduction: The Datong Earth Forest is located in Duzhuang Township, Datong City, on the edge of the Datong Basin by the Sanggan River. It has been shaped by the erosion and weathering of nearby rivers into various geomorphological features such as earth platforms, earth pillars, earth cliffs, and earth ridges. It presents a primitive, desolate, robust, and rugged landscape with ravines, hills, sheer cliffs, and secluded valleys, offering a highly impactful and attractive experience. ---- 📷Tour Guide: ✅After entering the main gate of the scenic area, there are two paths, the left path is the essence of the scenic area. ✅Upon reaching the lakeside, another fork in the road appears: going straight and turning right, each side has its own different scenery, it is recommended to visit both. ✅Going straight allows you to be amidst the earth forest, closely touching the weathered earth platforms, earth pillars, and earth cliffs. ✅Turning right offers a view of the large-scale earth ridges, giving you a panoramic view of the earth forest's stunning landscape. ---- 📍Address: Duzhuang Village, Duzhuang Township, Yunzhou District, Datong City. ---- 🚗Transportation: Take the bus to Hunyuan County, get off at Duzhuang Station, and walk 2.5 kilometers to reach the destination. 🌟Buses run every 15 minutes, with the last one at 18:00. The scenic area is relatively remote, so be sure to pay attention to the return time. If you miss the last bus, it will be very difficult to find a taxi. ---- 🕙Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00. ---- 💰Ticket Price: 50 yuan.

🔔Introduction: The Datong Earth Forest is located in Duzhuang Township, Datong City, on the edge of the Datong Basin by the Sanggan River. Due to the erosion and weathering of nearby rivers, it has formed various geomorphological features such as earth platforms, earth pillars, earth cliffs, and earth ridges. The landscape is primitive, desolate, robust, and rugged, with ravines and hills, sheer cliffs and secluded valleys, offering a stunning and attractive experience. ---- 📷Tour Guide: ✅After entering the gate of the scenic area, there are two paths; the left path leads to the essence of the scenic area. ✅Upon reaching the lakeside, another fork appears: going straight or turning right, each direction offers different views, and it is recommended to explore both. ✅Going straight allows you to be amidst the earth forest, up close with the weathered earth platforms, earth pillars, and earth cliffs. ✅Turning right offers a view of the large-scale earth ridges and a panoramic view of the earth forest's awe-inspiring landscape. ---- 📍Address: Duzhuang Village, Duzhuang Township, Yunzhou District, Datong City. ---- 🚗Transportation: Take the bus to Hunyuan County, get off at Duzhuang Station, and walk 2.5 kilometers to reach the destination. 🌟Buses run every 15 minutes, with the last one at 18:00. Since the scenic area is relatively remote, be sure to pay attention to the return time. If you miss the last bus, it will be difficult to hail a taxi. ---- 🕙Opening Hours: 8:00-18:00. ---- 💰Ticket Price: 50 yuan.