Helan Mountains are of geological significance to northern China. It stops the monsoon coming from the southeast, while blocking cold waves from the northwest. The forest and deep valleys also offer a sanctuary to numerous wild species, including the blue sheep. Watch this video to learn more.

About 'Journeys in Nature': Western Inner Mongolia Series

In this series, we explore the depth of the desert area in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Be amazed by the tenacity of the creatures that survive in one of the most difficult places to live. 

Western Inner Mongolia Series | Episode 1: Seas in the sand

Western Inner Mongolia Series | Episode 2: Life in the desert

Western Inner Mongolia Series | Episode 3: The ship of the desert

Western Inner Mongolia Series | Episode 4: Steppe toad-headed lizard

(Cover image a screenshot from the video)

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