Singing Sand Dunes


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May 2nd 2001
Published: August 6th 2007
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When the sand slides down the dunes, it produces a strange sound, hence the name "Singing Sand Dune".



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Ming Sha ShanMing Sha Shan
Ming Sha Shan

The Singing Sand Dunes (Mingsha Shan) in Dunhuang, on the old silk road in Gansu Province.
Kite-FlyingKite-Flying
Kite-Flying

Yiren trying out the new kite he bought in Xi'an
Sand GlidingSand Gliding
Sand Gliding

It was real fun sliding down the sand dune after the tiring climb up.
Camel RideCamel Ride
Camel Ride

Camel ride was interesting too! Notice these are double-hump camels.
Desert SandDesert Sand
Desert Sand

The desert sand is soft and cool.
Crescent Moon Spring Crescent Moon Spring
Crescent Moon Spring

An oasis in the desert.


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