As an important river in northwest China, the Irtysh River is known for its unique backflow phenomenon. The river, located in the northern part of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, is the only backward river in China.
The Irtysh River originates in Mongolia and flows through China, Kazakhstan, Russia and other countries before finally emptying into the Arctic Ocean. In China, the river is about 2,200 kilometers long, of which about 60 kilometers are in the reverse section.
The phenomenon of the backflow of the Irtysh River has attracted widespread attention. After years of research and exploration by scientists, the mystery of this mysterious river has finally been revealed. Originally, the upper reaches of the Irtysh River had a special topography, and the river flowed from east to west, but due to the topography, the flow of the river gradually slowed down, and the ice and snow melt in the upper reaches caused the river to begin to flow backwards. Downstream, the river is again affected by the topography, allowing the flow to return to a west-to-east direction.
In addition to the phenomenon of backflow, the Irtysh River is also rich in biological resources. The areas along the river are covered with forests and grasslands, and these places are home to many rare wildlife such as snow leopards, lynxes, reindeer, snow hares, etc. In addition, the river is also home to many precious fish such as sturgeon, salmon, etc.
The Irtysh River is not only a unique river, but also one of the important water resources in Northwest China. The river has abundant water and excellent water quality, which is of great significance to the local ecological environment and economic development. At the same time, the phenomenon of the reverse flow of the Irtysh River has become a unique feature in the area, attracting many tourists.