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Crescent spring in beautiful desert

Mingsha mountain is literally translated to the “Singing sand mountain) which is about 5km from Dunhuang city center. The natural phenomenon of singing sand from wind makes the name. Beautiful sand dunes not far from city and the crescent spring in the middle attract visitors from all over the country. It is particularly pretty during sunset. You can rent shoe covers if you don’t want sand goes in your shoes. #urbanexplorer #nationalpark #dunhuang
Posted: Jun 13, 2021
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