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Mingsha Mountain (Mingsha
Shan), also known as the Singing Sand Mountains,
starts from Mogao Caves in the east, 40 kilometers long
from east to west and 20 kilometers from south to north.
The shape of the mountain is very elegant. When
many people slide down along the slopes, a
thunderous sound will be heard, hence the name.
The Crescent Moon
Spring is surrounded by Mingsha Mountain, hence
looking like a crescent moon. Over the past
thousand years, the spring has never been buried
by sands nor dried up which is a miracle itself.
The Crescent Moon Lake which is located here is
known as the place where the oasis meets the
desert. Tourists will find the incredible sand
dunes that tower above very interesting.
Activities such as camel riding, dune surfing
and paragliding are very popular among visitors.
For those who prefer something more relaxing,
you can always take a journey in the nearby
Dunhuang Folk Arts Museum.
Admission: 50 yuan
Transport:
Visitors may get catch a taxi to get there as
there is no bus service to these two scenic
spots.
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