The eternal yellow sand does not hide the spring, and there is a moon in the water.
called"Shazhou" of Dunhuang City, there is one calledThe precious treasure spring of the "Pearl of the Desert".Its shape resembles the moon in the sky, and it is surrounded by sand mountains, and this place has become the most magical landscape in the desert, as it is known-".Crescent Spring
At a depth of only 5 meters, it can do it for thousands of years without drying up, and it is known in the eyes of people"The First Spring in the Desert".
So here's the problem,The crescent moon spring is only 5 meters deep, why does it not dry up for thousands of years?Since it is deep in the desert, its spring water comes from **??
But in recent years, the crescent spring, known as "not dry for a thousand years", is also facing the danger of disappearing. It is said that Gansu is for this spring water of less than 1 hectareNot only spent 4.7 billion, but also provided it with "artificial water" for more than ten consecutive years.
But this practice has also attracted controversy from many netizens, and many people thinkFor a small pond in the desert, it will cost 4.7 billion to save?Wouldn't it be better if so much money was spent on areas of people's livelihood that needed help?
When it comes to Dunhuang, everyone's first reaction must be a tourist cityIn addition to the famous Mogao Grottoes, it is the crescent spring of Mingsha Mountain.
As one of the eight major attractions in the area, the Crescent Moon Spring has a very resounding name."The pearl of the desertCountless tourists go there every year, and they are all cut stubble after stubble as "tall leeks".
Although there is a lot of wind on the Internet, there are still some controversial voices mixed with many praises-"Water comes from **?"Is it natural water or artificial perfusion?
If you want to talk about where this unique natural landscape came from, you have to start from thousands of years ago.
Crescent Spring is a very special natural geologyA thousand years ago, it was the ancient channel of the Dang River, and later because of the diversion of the Dang River, a large part of the ancient river channel was swallowed up by the merciless desert.
Only this section of the Crescent Spring is located, because of the special terrain, it has been left behind.
The water of the engulfed river seeped into the mud, causing the groundwater to increase, and this place in turnSurrounded by mountains on both sides, the terrain is low-lying, and eventually the groundwater converges here into a small lake with a smaller areaBecause its appearance is very similar to that of the crescent moonAfter the Qing Dynasty, it was given the name "Crescent Spring"!
In the 50s of the last century, the lake here was still very abundant, and it was a rare treasure in the Dunhuang DesertThe water is up to 9 meters deep, 218 meters long and 54 meters wide.
The excellent geographical location, coupled with the continuous recharge of groundwater, makes it a placeThe desert miracle of "sand and water symbiosis, not dry for thousands of years". Nature also gives a good environment for the animals and plants that live here.
In the naturally formed springs, there are many kinds of fishCommon ones are carp, crucian carp, silver carp, etcThey are all very rare aquatic creatures in the desert;Not only that, but there are many plants that surround the crescent springSeveral species of plants form an oasis in the desert here.
The natural spring water also attracts swans, egrets and other migratory birds. Since then, it has become a popular attraction.
The thousand-year-old crescent moon spring is no longer an ordinary natural landscape, and it has carved a picture of "long history and culture".
It has witnessed the rise and fall of Dunhuang culture and the changes, and is also a symbol of the cultural inheritance of the Chinese nationBecause this place is closely connected with the Mogao Grottoes, it is also an indispensable part of Dunhuang culture.
Although the reputation of the Mogao Grottoes is higher, it has been preserved for thousands of yearsWith 735 grottoes and 492 painted sculpture murals, it is the largest Buddhist temple in the world.
But the Crescent Moon Spring also contains the writing of many literati and ink writers, and in this place full of inspiration, there are countless fairy poems and beautiful stories.
"A pool of clear water ripples, and the wonders outside the plug are dreaming. ”
It's a pity to have such a beautiful viewFacing drynessThe ending. Over the years, the surrounding people have been unrestrained in making fields and digging wells to divert water. As a result, the groundwater resources of this desert have been seriously lost, and the water level of the river has been continuously reduced, which is still implicatedThe only spring in the desert "Crescent Spring".
In 1985, Crescent Spring ushered in an unprecedented crisisThe entire depth of the water is less than 80 centimetersFloating a small boat on the surface of the water has become a problem, and it is even more difficult to rely on natural water to replenish it than to climb to the sky!
From the previous area of more than 20 acresNarrowed down to only 69 acres!The once invincible crescent moon spring is now gone, and its shape is no longer the original crescent moon shape.
Seeing that the Crescent Moon Spring was about to embark on the pace of "Loulan No. 2", the relevant departments finally couldn't sit still!
In order not to let this thousand-year-old natural landscape disappear, ** has prepared 4.7 billion to save this "palm-sized" small lake. A full 4.7 billion RMB, do you think this approach is worth it?
In order to restore the spectacular scene of the crescent spring thousands of years ago as soon as possible, Gansu decided to put the "4.7 billion" rescue plan on the agenda, and immediately submitted the approval process to the firstIt was officially adopted on June 12, 2011, with a total investment of 472.2 billion yuan.
One of the most important projects is the transportation of water to the Crescent Spring!Over the course of a year, there is 1200 million cubic meters, of which:40 million cubic meters of water were transported to the crescent spring.
This ensures that it can survive the drought for a long time under normal evaporation. It also ensures that the spring water can reach a depth of about 5 meters all the time.
But such a "huge" project is inevitably too extravagant!
Since the start of this water replenishment project that cost 4.7 billion, many netizens think"It's a bit of an exaggeration to waste so much manpower and money to restore a lake!”There are even people who say ".It's completely unnecessary, it's better to spend this money on the people. ”
On the contrary, more netizens believe that the crescent spring, as a natural landscape with a thousand-year-old history, cannot be left unattended, and we should be responsible for it.
From the perspective of Dunhuang's development, whether it is in terms of culture or economy"Repair Crescent Spring" is a good existence.
Because of its unique natural landscape, it attracts a large number of tourists from all over the country to visit and play, and it has become one of the perfect business cards of the city.
As a rare placeTourist attractionsThe crescent moon spring has provided great help to the tourism industry of Dunhuang, attracting countless groups of tourists to visit here with its unique geographical form and beautiful natural sceneryThe city's economy has skyrocketed.
Those netizens who are unhappy about spending 4.7 billion to repair the spring can carefully calculate it, under the trade-offs of many aspectsIn fact, this is a "deal" that is sure to make a profit and not lose money.
During the May Day holiday in 2021 alone, more than 1 million tourists have been accepted hereThe revenue from tourism alone has reached nearly 900 million yuan.
If this situation continues, within five years, the cost of this repair will be able to pay off.
This is not only to protect the inheritance of history and culture, but also to lay a solid foundation for future development.
The crescent moon spring is still todayOne of the top 10 most popular tourist destinations in Gansu!More than just a sight;It is also a treasure with a long history and culture;It is also a huge engine that drives the local economic development.
Whatever method is used to fill the crescent spring, the aim is to keep this natural wonder alive forever.
So in your opinion, is it worth spending 4.7 billion to repair the Crescent Spring?Let me know your answer in the comments section.