Kalangguer Reservoir, reservoir in Xinjiang, China
Kalangguer Reservoir is a large water storage body in Xinjiang situated within wide plains and distant hills. The water reflects the sky and maintains a calm surface, while dams and sluice gates control the water flow for various uses.
The reservoir was built several decades ago to support agriculture and prevent flooding in the region. Its construction was part of a larger initiative to improve water security across the area.
The name reflects the local language and refers to the landscape that surrounds it. Generations of people living nearby have gathered here as part of their daily routines and seasonal activities.
Access to the reservoir is relatively easy via local roads and you can reach it by car or on foot from nearby areas. Bring water and food with you as there are few facilities available at the site.
In winter the water surface can freeze over and reveal an unexpected icy landscape, while water levels drop seasonally in response to changing needs. This cycle shapes how people adapt their routines and connect with the seasons.
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