Xianghai Nature Reserve in Tongyu county of Jilin province is a famed national-level nature reserve and home to red-crowned cranes. The sight of cranes dancing with the floating clouds is mesmerizing.

Thirty-nine percent of the reserve is covered with wetland, water, reeds, and virgin forests. It is the natural habitat for 293 kinds of precious birds, including six species of cranes.

In addition, there are 595 kinds of plants, more than 300 types of vertebrates and 29 kinds of fish. Fifty-two of the animals are listed at the top protection level in China.

Both the idyllic prairie and the local Mongol folklore contribute to making this bird-watching site a fascinating scenic spot for nature lovers.