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Old Town of Ghadamès
Ghadames, known as the "Pearl of the Desert", is located in an oasis. It is one of the oldest pre-Saharan cities and an outstanding example of a traditional settlement. Its residential architecture is characterized by a vertical division of functions: the ground floor is used for storage; another floor is the family residence, with overhanging covered alleys forming an almost underground network of passages; the top floor is an open-air terrace for women.
Baiyangdian Thousand Mile Levee
Baiyangdian Qianli Dike is located in Renqiu City, northwest of Cangzhou City, Hebei Province, 10 kilometers away from the nearest part of Renqiu City. Baiyangdian is known as the "Pearl of North China". It has a total area of 366 square kilometers and is the largest freshwater lake in North China. Its beautiful natural scenery is different from large lakes where the sky and water are one color, and it is also different from mountain reservoirs where mountains and water complement each other. There are villages in the lake, lakes in the village, rivers and lakes connected, fields and water intertwined, sometimes open and sometimes closed, trenches and reeds string Baiyangdian into a huge water maze. Baiyangdian Qianli Dike is 130 kilometers north of Beijing and 120 kilometers northeast of Tianjin. The water area is 64.8 square kilometers, with weeping willows, reeds flying and lotus fragrance, fish diving and birds flying. The scenery changes in four seasons, each with its own uniqueness. In spring, birds fly and fish jump, in summer, red lotus emerges from the water, in autumn, reeds weave gold, and in winter, ice boats speed. It is a resort for leisure and vacation.
Yesanpo
Yesanpo is located in Laishui County, Hebei Province, at the intersection of the Taihang Mountains and the Yanshan Mountains. It is 100 kilometers away from the capital Beijing and 110 kilometers from Beijing, with a total area of 498.5 square kilometers. The scenic area is rich in tourism resources and is known as a "paradise on earth". (I) The natural ecology is complete and harmonious Yesanpo is known for its "wildness". The original natural environment has nurtured extremely rich animal and plant resources. According to experts' investigation, Yesanpo has 713 species of seed plants in 92 families, 65 species of ferns in 15 families, and more than 200 species of medicinal plants. There are 184 species of wild vertebrates living with plants, including 15 species of national key protected animals, such as brown pheasants and black storks. It can be called a "natural botanical garden" and a "wildlife kingdom". (II) Typical and unique geological relics Yesanpo is located in a special tectonic position, dominating the northern end of the Zijingguan deep fault zone. Many strong tectonic movements and magmatic activities have created Yesanpo's rich content, complete types and unique geological relics. It is a vivid geology textbook and a natural geological museum. (III) Ancient Border Pass: Jade Bi Jin Tang Longmen Tianguan Scenic Area was an important pass leading from Kyoto to the outside of the pass in ancient times. It is a place of contention for military strategists of all dynasties. It is known as the "throat of the territory". It was heavily guarded in the Ming and Qing dynasties. The Dalongmen Castle, the Inner Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty and the three lines of defense constitute a strict three-dimensional defense system, which fully reflects the superb architectural art and mature military defense ideas of ancient times. At the same time, it is known as the largest historical and cultural corridor in North China with more than 30 cliff carvings praising the magnificent mountains and rivers. (IV) The green pearl shines brightly. The main peak of Baicaopan Scenic Area is 1,983 meters above sea level and is the top of the three slopes. The 100,000 mu of virgin forest is lush and green, covering the sky and blocking the sun. It enjoys the reputation of "the green pearl in Taihang Mountains". Wild animals roam in groups in the scenic area, and the natural landscape is unique. The glacier azalea, dense forest snow waves, three mountains in one view, and two forests competing for beauty are breathtaking, and the wind-moving rocks and ant ridges are daunting... (V) The brilliant revolutionary culture Yesanpo is an old revolutionary base and the central hinterland of the Pingxi (western Beijing) Anti-Japanese Base. Nie Rongzhen, Xiao Ke, Yang Chengwu and other older generation revolutionaries once led the Sanpo people to fight against the Japanese invaders together with the Eighth Route Army. Many national heroes like Sanpo's daughter Yang Huaiying emerged. The seven warriors of the Jidantuo blocking battle wrote a heroic song of Langyashan style with their blood and lives. The red song "Without the Communist Party, there would be no New China" was born here and sung all over the country. (VI) Profound and dignified historical heritage: Fossils of Homo sapiens in Laishui were unearthed here, providing a basis for studying human evolution; the Three Emperors Culture and the Hefu Culture created the splendid civilization of the Chinese nation; the legend of "Yan Wang asked for the throne, Squirrels asked for titles, and exempted from the tax" is widely circulated in the Sanpo area. To this day, the folk customs of Sanpo still retain the distinct color of the Ming Dynasty; the democratic election of "old officials" to manage all things in the slope is called "the pioneer of democratic elections and the pioneer of self-government", which is the earliest prototype of democratic elections in ancient villages in my country. The ancient and magical Yesanpo is not only a tourist destination for exploring the wild, but also a natural classroom for scientific research and study, a red traditional education base for remembering the past and cherishing the present, and an important window for Laishui's image to be displayed to the outside world.