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Mingsha Mountain, Dunhuang, Gansu

Updated: 2026-05-27 | govt.chinadaily.com.cn

Mingsha Mountain in Dunhuang, Gansu, is a stunning desert wonder along the ancient Silk Road. Golden dunes glow under the sunlight, while camel caravans move slowly between the dunes, their silhouettes drifting across the sea of sand, echoing the spirit of old trade routes. The shifting sands even produce a mysterious “singing” sound, adding a poetic charm to this desert landscape.